Mini-Rooter XP®
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Work Area
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark
areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
1. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet, properly in-
stalled and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordi-
nances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a
qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the out-
let is properly grounded. If the tool should electrically malfunc-
tion or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to
carry electricity away from the user.
2. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or
pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.
Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outside use an outdoor exten-
sion cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These cords are rated for out-
door use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
6. Test the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) provided with
the power cord to insure it is operating correctly before oper-
ating machine. Machine must have a properly functioning ground
fault circuit interrupter on the power cord. GFCI reduces the risk of
electric shock.
7. Extension cords are not recommended unless they are
plugged into a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) found in
circuit boxes or outlet receptacles. The GFCI on the machine
power cord will not prevent electric shock from the extension
cords.
8. Only use proper three-wire extension cords in good condition
which have three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole re-
ceptacles which accept the tool’s plug. Use of damaged, infe-
rior, or other extension cords will not ground the tool. Increases
the risk of electric shock and bodily injury or death.
9. Keep all electric connections dry and off the ground. Reduces
the risk of electric shock.
10. DO NOT touch plugs or tools with wet hands. Reduces the risk
of electric shock.
Personal Safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo-
ment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
2. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Con-
tain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
3. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plug-
ging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging
in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning the tool
on. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the
tool may result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
6. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
must be used for appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
1. Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or
against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
2. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application.
The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it is designed.
3. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
4. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally.
5. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained
persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
6. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
7. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts, and any other condition that may affect the
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before
using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
8. Only use accessories that are recommended by the manu-
facturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for
one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
Service
1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair per-
sonnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified repair
personnel could result in a risk of injury.
2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts.
Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this man-
ual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
WARNING
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all in-
structions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or
serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
