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WALT TOOL,
CALL US AT:
1800 654 155
(Aust) or
09 526 2556
(NZ).
General Safety Rules – For All Tools
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
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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 pres-
ence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
•
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor
plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded.
If the tools should electrically malfunction or
break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away
from the user.
Applicable only to Class I (grounded) tools.
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Double insulated tools are fitted with a plug that will fit into the outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet contact a qualified electri-
cian to install a new outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insu-
lation
eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord.
Applicable only to Class II (double insulated) tools.
•
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.
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Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
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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 elec-
tric shock.
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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. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough
to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following
table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage
number, the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
For Cable length (m):
7.5
15
25
30
45
60
Use Cable with minimum rating (Amperes)
Tool Amperes
0 - 3.4
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
3.5 - 5.0
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10
15
5.1 - 7.0
10
10
10
10
15
15
7.1 - 12.0
15
15
15
15
20
20
12.1 - 20.0
20
20
20
20
25
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PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operat-
ing a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothing, jewelry,
or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and
should also be avoided.
•
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in.
Carrying
tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
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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.
