Craftsman 7-1/4 Operation Manual - Page 8

EXTENSION CORDS Use a proper extension cord. ONLY use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and overheating of 1ool. For this tool an AWG (American Wire Gauge) size of at least 14-gauge is recommended for an extension cord of 25-ff. or tess in length_ Use 12-gauge for an extension cord 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-gauge wire has more capacity than 16-gauge wire; 12-gauge wire has more capacity than 14-gauge), When in doubt use the smaller number. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W"o These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock. _CAUTION: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool. replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the I dZa_mWagAeRdNaINreGa :couldChceacukseexetleecntsriicoanl csohrodcsk,berefosrueltienagchinusseer.ioIfudsaminajugeryd. SAFETY SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL The label on your tool may Include the following symbols. V V.o.lt.s A A..m...p..s......... Hz H.e.rt.z W V.V.a.t.ts mln M.i.n.u.t.e.s A...l.t.e..r.n..a..t.i.n..g. current D.i.re.c.t .c.u.rr.e.n.t no N.o.-l.o.ad..s.p.e.e.d C.la.s.s..li .c.o.n.st.ru.c.t.io.n., .D..o.ub.l.e..In.s.u.la.te.d....... _Jmin Revolutions or Strokes per minute Z I.n.d.i.c.a.t.e.ds.a.n.g.e.r.,.w.a.r.n.i.n.g.o.r.c.a.u.t.i.o.n........ It means attention! Your safety is involved. SERVICE SAFETY 1. If any part of this saw is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any way; or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: SHUT OFF the power switch and remove the saw plug from the power source and have the missing, damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation. 2. Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Parts and Repair Center. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. 3. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.