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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided with this
power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery
operated (cordless) power tool.”
WORK AREA SAFETY
a. K
eep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
b. D
o not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c. K
eep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a. Pow
er tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Av
oid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There
is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c. Do n
ot expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d. Do
not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts
.
Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e. W
hen 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.
f. If
operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable,
use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply.
Use
of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
a. St
ay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool
while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
b. Use
personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection.
Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c. Pr
event unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off- position before connecting to power source and/
or remove battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool
.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d. Re
move any adjusting key or wrench before turning the
power tool on
.
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating
part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e. Do
not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
