Hitachi C10RA3 Instruction Manual - Page 4

English POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNING Before using your table saw, it is critical that you read and understand these safety rules. Failure to follow these rules could result in serious injury or damage to the table saw. Good safety practices are a combination of common sense, staying alert and understanding how to use your power tool. To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug in your power tool until you have read and understood the following safety rules: 1. READ and become familiar with this entire Operator's Manual. LEARN the tool's applications, limitations and possible hazards. 2. WARNING Look for this symbol that identifies important safety precautions. It means BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! 3. NEVER OPERATE THIS MACHINE WITHOUT THE SAFETY GUARD IN PLACE FOR ALL THROUGH-SAWING OPERATIONS. accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause injury to you or damage to the tool. 15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON. 16. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave the tool before the blade comes to a complete stop. 17. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted. 18. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 4. DO NOT USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT such as damp or wet locations or in the rain. Keep work area well lighted. 5. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. 6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. 7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from the work area. 8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer if used at the rate for which it was designed. 9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it is not designed. 10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. 11. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing, cutting and sanding operations produce dust. 12. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when changing accessories, such as blades, cutters, etc. 13. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position before plugging tool into the power supply. 19. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for most efficient and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 20. CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR LOOSE PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, loose mounting and any other conditions that may affect its safe operation. A guard or other part that is loose or damaged should be properly adjusted, repaired or replaced. 21. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 22. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of any drugs, alcohol or medication that could impair your ability to use the tool safely. 23. USE A DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM whenever possible. Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health and, in some cases, a fire hazard. Always operate the power tool in a well-ventilated area with adequate dust removal. 24. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool can throw debris into your eyes that could cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear safety goggles (not glasses) that comply with ANSI safety standard Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses. NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious injury when they break. 14. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the Operator's Manual for recommended 25. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only. - 4 -