General safety rules
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2. Work Area
2.1
Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches
and dark areas invite accidents.
2.2
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.
2.3
Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operat-
ing a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
3. Electrical Safety
3.1
Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordi-
nances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug
in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs. Check with a quali-
fied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded.
If the tools should electrically malfunction
or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to car-
ry electricity away from the user.
Applicable only to Class I (grounded) tools.
3.2
Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way.
Double insulation
Z
eliminates the
need for the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded
power supply system.
Applicable only to Class II tools.
3.3
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is grounded.
3.4
Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
3.5
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the
tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately.
Damaged cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
3.6
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked «W-A» or «W».
These cords are rated
for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
4. Personal Safety
4.1
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a tool while
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury.
4.2.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away
from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
4.3
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before
plugging in.
Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or
plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
4.4
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the
tool on.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part
of the tool may result in personal injury.
4.5
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
Proper footing and balance enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
4.6
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection
must be used for appropriate conditions.
5. Tool Use and Care
5.1
Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support
the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand
or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of con-
trol.
5.2
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application.
The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it is designed.
5.3
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
Any tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
5.4
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally.
5.5
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons.
Tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
5.6
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and
clean.
Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
5.7
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, break-
age of parts and any other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
5.8
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manu-
facturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for
one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
6. Service
6.1
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair
personnel.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury.
6.2
When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-ment
parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this
manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Mainte-
nance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
Additional Specific Safety Rules:
101
Hold tools by insulated gripping surfaces when perform-
ing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord.
Contact with a «live» wire will make
exposed metal parts of the tool «live» and shock the operator.
102
Wear ear protectors when using the tool for extended
periods.
Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise can cause
hearing loss.
1. WARNING!
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Printed: 07.07.2013 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5070789 / 000 / 00
