GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING:
The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. It must be
understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be
built into this product but must be supplied by the operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
• Keep work area clean, free of clutter and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas can
cause accidents.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating this jack. Distractions can cause
you to lose control, visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area.
• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes and other mechanical
hazards in your work area, particularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from
the operator’s view that may be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm
or property damage.
• Be alert of your surroundings. Using jacks in confined work areas may put you
dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating this jack.
Do not use a jack while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating tools may result in serious personal
injury.
• Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewellery. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Use safety apparel and equipment. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields which comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. This
applies to all persons in the work area. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves,
dust collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
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