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2 Safety
2.1 Warnings
The purpose of warnings
Warnings alert persons to hazards that occur when handling or using the product.
Description of the key words used
DANGER
Draws attention to imminent danger that will lead to serious personal injury or fatality.
WARNING
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to serious personal injury or fatality.
CAUTION
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to slight personal injury or damage
to the equipment or other property.
2.2 Safety instructions
The safety rules given in the following section contain all general safety rules for electric tools which, in
accordance with the applicable standards, require to be listed in the operating instructions. Accordingly,
some of the rules listed may not be relevant to this electric tool.
2.2.1 General power tool safety warnings
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions 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.
Work area safety
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Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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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.
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Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety
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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.
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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.
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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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 energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Printed: 14.09.2015 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5246581 / 000 / 00
