Clarke 6462032, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their
operation and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably
lessen the risk of personal injury. However, if normal safety
precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the
operator or damage to property, may result.
1. ALWAYS Learn the machines applications, limitations and the specific potential
hazards peculiar to it. Read and become familiar with the entire operating manual.
2. ALWAYS use a face or dust mask if operation is particularly dusty.
3. ALWAYS check for damage. Before using the machine, any
damaged part, should be checked to ensure that it will operate
properly, and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mountings, and any other
condition that may affect the machines’ operation. Any damage
should be properly repaired or the part replaced. If in doubt,
DO
NOT use the machine. Consult your local dealer.
4. ALWAYS disconnect the tool/machine from the power supply
before servicing and when changing accessories.
5. ALWAYS wear safety goggles, manufactured to the latest European Safety
Standards. Everyday eyeglasses do not have impact resistant lenses, they are not
safety glasses.
6. ALWAYS keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
7. ALWAYS ensure that adequate lighting is available. A minimum intensity of 300 lux
should be provided. Ensure that lighting is positioned that
you will not be working in your own shadow.
8. ALWAYS keep children away. All visitors should be kept a
safe distance from the work area, especially whilst
operating the machine.
9. ALWAYS maintain machine in top condition. Keep tools/
machines clean for the best and safest performance.
Follow maintenance instructions.
10. ALWAYS handle with extreme care do not carry the tool/
machine by its’ electric cable, or yank the cable to disconnect
it from the power supply .
11. ALWAYS ensure the switch is off before plugging in to mains.
Avoid accidental starting.
12. ALWAYS concentrate on the job in hand, no matter how trivial it
may seem. Be aware that accidents are caused by
carelessness due to familiarity.
13. ALWAYS keep your proper footing and balance at all times don’t overreach. For
best footing, wear rubber soled footwear. Keep floor clear of oil, scrap wood, etc.
14. ALWAYS wear proper apparel. Loose clothing or
jewellery may get caught in moving parts. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
15. ALWAYS use recommended accessories. The use of
improper accessories could be hazardous.