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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
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.
f. Dre
ss properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep
your hair, clothing away from moving parts.
Loose clothes,
jewellery or longhair can be caught in moving parts.
g. If
devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
h. D
o not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools
allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety
principles.
A careless action can cause severe injury within a
fraction of a second.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a. D
o not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for
your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b. D
o not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c. Di
sconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove
the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk
of starting the power tool accidentally.
d. S
tore idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate
the power tool.
Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e. M
aintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power
tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.