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d) Do not mistreat the mains lead. Never use the mains lead to carry or drag
the power tool or to unplug it. Keep the mains lead away from heat, oil, sharp
edges and moving parts. Damaged or tangled mains leads increase the risk of
electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension lead suitable for
outdoor use. Using an extension lead suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of electric shock.
f) If you need to use a power tool in a humid location, connect the tool to the power
supply via a residual current device (RCD). Using an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert and use common sense when using a power tool. Do not use a power
tool if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention when using a power tool may result in serious injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear safety glasses. Using safety equipment such
as a dust mask, non-slip safety shoes, a hard hat and ear protectors reduces
the risk of injury.
c) Avoid starting the tool accidentally. Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position
before you plug the tool in. You could cause an accident if you carry a power tool
with your finger on the trigger switch or connect a power tool to the power supply
when the switch is at ON.
d) Remove all service tools/keys before you switch on the power tool.
e) A service tool left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in injury.
f) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This allows you to
have better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
g) Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loosely-fitting clothes, jewellery or
long hair may get trapped in moving parts.
h) If dust extraction and collection equipment is available, make sure it is connected
and properly used. Using such equipment can reduce dust-related hazards.
4) Using and maintaining the power tool
a) Do not overload the power tool. Use the correct power tool for the work you are
doing. The correct power tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. A power tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Unplug the power tool before you make any adjustments, change an accessory or
put the tool away. These preventive safety measures will reduce the risk of the tool
being started accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow people
unfamiliar with the power tool and these instructions to use it. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of inexperienced users.
