Workplace safety
- Keep your work area tidy and well lit.
Clutter or unlit work
areas can lead to accidents.
- 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.
- Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
- 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.
- 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.
- Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
- The mains cable must not be used for purposes other than
the intended one. The mains cable must not be used to
carry, drag, or pull the power tool out of the socket. The
mains cable must be kept away from heat, oil, sharp
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