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General safety instructions for power tools
To use this product 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 infirm 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.
WARNING.
When using power tools and generators, basic
safety precautions should always be taken to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please
read and heed the advice given in the additional important
safety instructions.
1. Keep the work area clean and tidy.
Cluttered work
areas and benches invite accidents and injury.
2. Consider the environment in which you are working.
Do not use power tools and generators in damp or wet
locations. Keep the work area well lit. Do not expose
power tools or generators to rain. Do not use power
tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3. Keep visitors away from the work area.
All visitors
and onlookers, especially children and infirm persons,
should be kept well away from where you are working.
Do not let others in the vicinity make contact with the
device(s) or extension cord.
4. Store generators and tools safely.
When not in use,
tools should be locked up out of reach.
5. Do not force the tool.
The tool will do the job better
and safer working at the rate for which it was designed.
6. Use the correct tool for the job.
Do not force small
tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a
heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose for
which it was not intended.
7. Dress correctly.
Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a
protective hair covering.
8. Use safety accessories.
Safety glasses and earmuffs
should always be worn. A face or dust mask is also
required if the application creates dust.
9. Secure the work piece.
Use clamps or a vice to hold
the work piece. It is safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate the tool.
10. Do not overreach.
Keep your footing secure and
balanced at all times.
11. Look after your tools.
Keep tools sharp and clean for
better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
regarding lubrication and accessory changes. Inspect
cords periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired
by an authorised service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace them if damaged. Keep tool
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
12. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Check to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the
tool before switching on.
13. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate a tool when you are tired.
14. Check for damaged parts.
Before using a tool, check
that there are no damaged parts. If a part is slightly
damaged, carefully determine if it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, proper mounting and any other conditions
that may affect the operation of the tool. A part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service facility, unless otherwise indicated in
this Instruction Manual.
15. Use only approved parts.
When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service
facility to fit replacement parts.
