Important Safety Instructions - DeWalt DW138 Manual De Instrucciones

DW138/DW139/384347-01 rev 8/2/2002
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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including the following:
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• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite
injuries.
• CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't expose power
tools to rain. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
work area well lit. Do not use tool in presence of flammable liquids
or gases.
• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact
with grounded surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerator enclosures.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors contact tool or
extension cord. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
• STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in
dry, and high or locked-up place — out of reach of children.
• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was intended.
• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the
job of a heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended.
• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or 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. Air vents often cover
moving parts and should also be avoided.
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• USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if operation
• DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to
• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for
• DISCONNECT OR LOCK OFF TOOLS when not in use, before
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry tool with finger
• EXTENSION CORDS. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have
is dusty.
disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
times.
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
extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits,
cutters.
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from tool before turning it on.
on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
3-prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool's plug. Replace or repair damaged cords. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord,
be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table
shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage.
The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.