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• Do not open the battery. There is a risk of short-circuiting.
• Protect the battery from heat, for example, from constant sun and
fire. There is a risk of explosion.
• Never short circuit the battery. There is a risk of explosion.
• In the event of damages and incorrect use, vapours may come out of
the battery. Ensure plenty of fresh air and, if you have any symptoms,
consult a doctor. These vapours may irritate the respiratory system.
General safety instructions for handling
power tools (North America)
WARNING!
• Before operating this tool, carefully read this Instruction
Manual and all of the labels affixed to the tool. Failure to
follow all warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your
mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated
(cordless) power tool.
• Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
WARNING!
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry
products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon
how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
• Work in a well-ventilated area.
• Work with approved safety equipment, such as
dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed
areas with soap and water.
Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or to lie on
the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
Work area safety
•
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents. Rags, clothes, cords, strings and similar items
should never be left around the work area.
•
Do not operate power tools in explosive environments,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power
tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.
•
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool.
Distractions can cause the operator to lose control.
Electrical safety
•
Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs with grounded power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
• 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.
•
Do not 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 for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep the cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged or tangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
•
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
•
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected
supply.
Use of an RCD or GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
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