Craftsman 10872 Operation Manual - Page 7
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont. _WARNING: Double Insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety precautionswhen operating this tool. 3. BEFORE plugging in thetool, BE SURE that the outlet voltage supplied ts wlthin the voltage marked on the tool's data plate. DO NOT use "AConly" rated tools with a DC power supply° 4.AVOID body contact with grounded surfaces, suchas plpes,radiators,rangesand refrigeratorsT.here isan increasedrtskof electricshockifyourbody ts grounded_ 5, DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions or use power tools In wet or damp locetlons. Water enteringa powertoolwfilIncreasethe riskof slectdcshock. 6. INSPECT tool cords for damage. Have damaged toolcords repalredat a Sears Service Center°BE SURE to stayconstantlyaware of the cordlocation and keep itwell away from the moving blade. 7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tool by or pull the plug from the outlet. Keep cordaway from heat, otl,sharpedges or moving parts°Replace damagedcordsimmediatelyD. amagedcordsincreasethe riskof electricshock_ EXTENSION CORDS Use a proper extension cord. ONLY use cordslisted by UnderwritersLaboratories(UL)_ Other extensioncordscan causea drop in line voltage,resulting in a loss of powerand overheatingof tool. Forthis tool an AWG (American Wire Gauge) size ofat least 14-gauge is recommended for an extension cord of 25-ft. or less in length. Use 12-gauge for an extensioncord of 50-ft, Extension cords 100..ft,or longer are not recommended, Remember, a smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity than a larger number (14-gaugewire has more capacitythan 16-gauge wire;12-gauge wire has more capacitythan 14-gauge)oWhen In doubt usa the smaller number. When operatinga power tooloutdoors, use an outdoorextensioncordmarked"W-A" or "W".These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electrlc shock. Z_ CAUTION= Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Positionthe / J cord so that It will not get caught on the workplece,tools or other obstructions while you are worklng with a powertool, Z_WARNING: Check extension cords before each use. if damaged replace ] Immediately.Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock,resulting In serious Injury. J