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,_ WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects be- ing thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power-tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, and a full-face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with shields. Always use eye protection that is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 o Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. WEARYOUR Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended.Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. o Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. = Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on. o Always use safety glasses, Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday glasses may have impact-resistant lenses, but they are NOT safety glasses. • Never touch the pins of the electrical plug while inserting it into or removing it from an electrical socket. o Never stand on tool, Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped, or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted. TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY o Use recommended accessories. Consult the owner's manual for recom- mended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons. • Keep guards in place and in working order. • Secure work. Use clamp or a vise to hold work when practical It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool. • Recuse the risk of unintentional starting. Be sure the switch is in the "OFF" position before plugging the tool into an electrical outlet. • Do not use a tool if the switch does not turn it "ON" or "OFF". Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. • Do not carry tools with your finger on the switch. • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all time& 28580 ManuaLRevised_07_0228 Page8