Harbor Freight Tools 98179 User Manual - Page 5

parts can grab the surface and pull ies, depending on how often you do the tool out of your control. this type of work. To reduce your 7. When using a handheld power tool, maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands to resist starting torque. exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially 8. Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it designed to filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.) from its electrical outlet before leaving. 12. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction 9. This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children. manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator 10. People with pacemakers should that common sense and caution are consult their physician(s) before use. factors which cannot be built into this Electromagnetic fields in close prox- product, but must be supplied by the imity to heart pacemaker could cause operator. pacemaker interference or pacemak- er failure. In addition, people with pacemakers should: Vibration Safety • Avoid operating alone. • Do not use with power switch locked on. This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or • Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock. permanent physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. To • Any power cord must be properly grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Inter- reduce the risk of vibration-related injury: rupter (GFCI) should also be implemented - it prevents sustained electrical shock. 1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an extended period should first be examined by a doctor and 11. Some dust created by power sand- then have regular medical check- ing, sawing, grinding, drilling, and ups to ensure medical problems are other construction activities, contains not being caused or worsened from chemicals known [to the State of Cali- use. Pregnant women or people fornia] to cause cancer, birth defects who have impaired blood circulation or other reproductive harm. Some to the hand, past hand injuries, ner- examples of these chemicals are: vous system disorders, diabetes, or • Lead from lead-based paints • Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products Raynaud's Disease should not use this tool. If you feel any medical or physical symptoms related to vibra- • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber tion (such as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers), seek medical Your risk from these exposures var- advice as soon as possible. SKU 98179 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 5