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Support the work properly.
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If you are interrupted when operating the drill, complete
the process and switch off before looking up.
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Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are
properly tightened.
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When using the drill, use safety equipment including
safety glasses or shield, ear defenders, and protective
clothing including safety gloves. Wear a dust mask if the
drilling operation creates dust.
If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source
with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to
the motor.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose.
Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will
be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use
and service the machine have to be acquainted with this
Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.
Children and frail people must not use this tool. Children
should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in
which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you
observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your
area. The same applies for general rules of occupational
health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes
made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from
such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not
possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction
and design:
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Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not worn.
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Damage to hearing if effective ear defenders are not worn
Additional safety instructions for the charger
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Before using the charger, read all the instructions and
cautionary markings on the charger and battery pack as
well as the instructions on using the battery pack.
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Only charge your batteries indoors as the charger is
designed for indoor use only.
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DANGER.
If the battery pack is cracked or damaged in
any other way, do not insert it in the charger. There is a
danger of electric shock or electrocution.
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WARNING.
Do not allow any liquid to come into contact
with the charger. There is a danger of electric shock.
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To allow the battery pack to cool down after charging, do
not place it in a hot environment such as a metal shed or
open trailer left in the sun.
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The charger is not intended for any use other than
charging the exact type of rechargeable battery pack as
supplied with the charger. Any other use may result in the
risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
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The charger and battery packs supplied with it are
specifically designed to work together. Do not attempt to
charge the battery pack with any other charger than the
one supplied.
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Do not place any object on top of the charger as it could
cause overheating. Do not place the charger near any
heat source.
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Do not pull on the lead of the charger to disconnect it
from the power source.
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Make sure that the charger cable is positioned where
it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
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Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. The use of an improper extension cord could
cause the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
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Do not use the charger if it has been subjected to a
heavy knock, dropped or otherwise damaged in any way.
Take the charger to an authorised service centre for a
check or repair.