Craftsman 22124 Owners Manual - Page 7

It is also necessary to replace the 120 volt plug, supplied with the motor, with a UL/CSA Listed plug suitable for 240 volts and rated current of the saw. Contact a local qualified electrician for proper procedures to install the plug. The table saw must comply with all local and national electrical codes after the 240 volt plug is installed. The table saw with a 240 volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug shown in Figure "1C". No adapter is available or should be used with the 240 volt plug. Fig. 1 C 240 VOLT current carrying prongs grounded outlet box © grounding blade is longest of the 3 blades e © MAKE CERTAIN the receptacle in question is properly grounded. If you are not sure have a qualified electrician check the receptacle. This Table Saw is for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations. SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR TABLE SAWS CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING AND OTHER CON= STRUCTION ACTiViTIES contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and • arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. MAKE CERTAIN that masks or respirators are MSHA/NIOSH approved. The operation of any Table Saw can result in debris being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (that comply with ANSi standard Z87.1) when operating the Table Saw. Safety Goggles are available at Sears Retail Stores. Keep your thumbs and fingers away from the blade while it is spinning. Basic precautions should always be followed when using your Table Saw. To reduce the risk of injury, electrical shock or fire, comply with the safety rules listed below: 1. READ and understand the instruction manual before operating the Table Saw. 2. DO NOT OPERATE THiS MACHINE until it is assembled and installed according to the instructions. 3. OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the operation of this machine. 4. DO NOT leave the Table Saw plugged into the electrical outlet. Unplug Table Saw from the outlet when not in use and before servicing, changing blades and cleaning. 5. ALWAYS turn the power switch "OFF" before unplugging the Table Saw. 6. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, do not use outdoors. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors. 7. FOLLOW all electrical and safety codes, including the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations (OSHA). All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only. 8. DO NOT handle the plug or Table Saw with wet hands. 9. USE only as described in this manual. USE accessories only recommended by Sears. 10. DO NOT pull the Table Saw by the power cord. NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp edges, hot surfaces, oil or grease. 11. DO NOT unplug the Table Saw by pulling on the power cord. ALWAYS grasp the plug, not the cord. 12. REPLACE a damaged cord immediately. DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug. If the Table Saw is not operating properly, or has been damaged, left outdoors or has been in contact with water, return it to a Sears Service Center. 13. DO NOT use the Table Saw as a toy. DO NOT use near or around children.