Dewalt DWX726 Instruction Manual - Page 3

English Definitions: Safety Guidelines The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY DEWALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT: 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258). This Rolling Miter Saw/Planer Stand is a stand designed to accommodate most miter saws and planers and to provide portability for those units, both in the field and in the shop. If you have any problem with alignment or mounting, call 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800433-9258). SAFETY RULES WARNING: For your own safety, read the tool instruction manual before using any accessory. Failure to heed these warnings may result in personal injury and serious damage to the tool and the accessory. When servicing this tool, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, keep both hands on handle when raising and lowering the stand. The stand has gas assist lifting and may raise unexpectedly when lever is released. • This product was designed to be used as a stand for miter saws and planers. The stand will support up to 300 lbs (136 kg). Any misuse or abuse can result in product damage or personal injury. • Do not stand on the work table. It is unsafe to climb, sit or stand on the stand. Do not use the support extensions as a ladder or scaffolding. • Properly secure the miter saw or planer to the stand before operation. Follow the mounting instructions carefully. Fasten the tool to the saw mounting rails securely as instructed. • Place the stand on a flat and level surface to prevent rocking or tipping. • Take care during the raising and lowering of the product to reduce the hazard of pinching hands and fingers. • Check the legs and other supports to see that they are properly locked in place before operation. • Do not modify or use the stand for any operation for which it is not intended. • ALWAYS use eye protection. All users and bystanders must wear eye protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1. • ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT: • ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3), • ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection, • NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection. 1