Safety
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General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings,
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.
1 Work area safety
a)
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b)
Do 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)
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
2 Electrical safety
a)
Power 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)
Avoid 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 not 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)
Damaged cable should be changed in the
authorized service center.
f)
When 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.
g)
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
h)
Hold electric tools by isolated handles, because
during the operation it can connect to flush
conductor or its own cord.
If tool connects to voltage-
carrying cables, voltage can pass to metal parts and it
increases the risk of electric shock.
3 Personal safety
a)
Stay 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
dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c)
Prevent 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 energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
d)
Never operate the tool, if blade covers are not
in place.
e)
Remove 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.
f)
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
g)
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away from
moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
h)
Do not put your hands inside the pipe during
the operation.
Take care, that no one will put
anything inside the pipe during the operation.
i)
Do 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.
j)
Support the pipe to cut securely.
Pipe supports
are more reliable for holding the pipe than bare
hands.
k)
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.
