Makita RD1101 Owners Manual - Page 5

An adapter Fig. "B" and "C" is available for connecting Fig. "A" type plugs to two- prong receptacles. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, etc., extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box. Adapter Grounding Blade Fig. A Cover of Grounded Outlet Box Fig. B Grounding Means Fig. C SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES USB013-3 DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to router safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer serious personal injury. 1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator. 2. Wear hearing protection during extended period of operation. 3. Handle the bits very carefully. 4. Check the bit carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace cracked or damaged bit immediately. 5. Avoid cutting nails. Inspect for and remove all nails from the workpiece before operation. 6. Hold the tool firmly with both hands. 7. Keep hands away from rotating parts. 8. Make sure the bit is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is turned on. 9. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, let it run for a while. Watch for vibration or wobbling that could indicate improperly installed bit. 10. Be careful of the bit rotating direction and the feed direction. 11. Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held. 12. Always switch off and wait for the bit to come to a complete stop before removing the tool from workpiece. 5