
A WARNING
"READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS" Failure to follow the SAFETY RULES listed
BELOW, and other basic safety precautions, may result in serious personal injury.
General Safety
Work Area
KEEP WORK AREAS CLEAN.
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benches invite accidents.
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
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power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area
well lit. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not
use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors contact
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tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept
away from work area.
Personal 5dfetJ
DRESS PROPERLY.
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jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
USE SAFETY GLASSES.
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cutting operation is dusty.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK.
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body contact with grounded surfaces. For example;
pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
STAY ALERT.
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common sense. Do not operate tool when you are
tired.
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use; before
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servicing; when changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
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wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
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plugged in tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch
is OFF when plugged in.
DON'T OVERREACH.
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balance at all times.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
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the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly re-
paired or replaced. Have defective switches replaced.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
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A WARNING
ed repairmen. Contact the nearest Skil Factory Service
Center, or Authorized Skil Service Station or other
competent repair service. Use only Skil replacement
parts, any other may create a hazard.
Do not wear loose clothing or
Watch what you are doing. Use
Keep proper footing and
All repairs, electrical or mechanical,
should be attempted only by train-
Cluttered areas and
Don't use
Also face or dust mask if
Prevent
Don't carry
Before further use of
Rules
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AWARNING
a hazard.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and
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safer at the rate for which it was designed.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL.
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attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don't
use tool for purpose not intended—for example; don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work.
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It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands
to operate tool.
OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS.
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used outdoors, use only extension cords suitable for
use outdoors and marked with suffix W-A (for UL),
or W (for CSA).
STORE IDLE TOOLS.
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be stored in dry, high or locked up place—out of the
reach of children.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or
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yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE TOOL.
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are precision built. Any alteration or modification
not specified is misuse and may result in a dangerous
condition.
AVOID GASEOUS AREAS.
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electric tools in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks
might ignite fumes.
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MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have
repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect exten-
sion cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
A WARNING
etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that
specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power
source with voltage greater than that specified for the
tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user—as
well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT
PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with
voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to
the motor.
The use of any other accessories not
specified in this manual may create
Tool Use
Don't force small tool or
When tool is
Tool Care
When not in use, tools should
These tools
Do not operate portable
Keep tools sharp
Before connecting the tool to a
power source (receptacle, outlet,
"SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS"