Dremel 231 shaper User Guide

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Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed 

below may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious personal injury.

Keep your work area clean and well lit. 
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite 
accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive 
atmospheres, such as in the presence of 
fl ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power 
tools create sparks which may ignite the 
dust or fumes.
Keep by-standers, children, and visitors 
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Double-insulated tools are equipped 
with a polarized plug (one blade is wider 
than the other). This plug will fi t in a 
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug 
does not fi t fully in the outlet, reverse 
the plug. If it still does not fi t, contact a 
qualifi ed electrician to install a polarized 
outlet. Do not change the plug in any 
way. Double Insulation

 

 

eliminates the 

need for the three-wire grounded power 
cord and grounded power supply system. 
Before plugging in the tool, be certain the 
outlet voltage supplied is within the voltage 
marked on the nameplate. Do not use “AC 
only” rated tools with a DC power supply.

 There is an 

increased risk of electric shock if your body 
is grounded. If operating the power tool in 
damp locations is unavoidable, a Ground 
Fault Circuit Interrupter must be used to 
supply the power to your tool. Electrician’s 
rubber gloves and footwear will further 
enhance your personal safety. 
Don't expose power tools to rain or wet 
conditions. Water entering a power tool 
will increase the risk of electric shock.
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.
When operating a power tool outside, use 
an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A”

or “W.” These cords are rated for outdoor 
use and reduce the risk of electric shock.

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 infl uence of drugs, alcohol, or 
medication. A moment of inattention while 
operating power tools may result in serious 
personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose 
clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. 
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away 
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, 
or long hair can be caught in moving parts. 
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and 
grease.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch 
is “OFF” before plugging in. Carrying tools 
with your fi nger on the switch or plugging 
in tools that have the switch “ON” invites 
accidents. 
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches 
before turning the tool “ON”. A wrench or 
a key that is left attached to a rotating part of 
the tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing 
and balance at all times. Proper footing and 
balance enables better control of the tool in 
unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye 
protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety 
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must 
be used for appropriate conditions.

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. 
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.
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.