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Personal safety
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Pay attention to what you are doing. Remember to use all necessary safety precautions and
common sense when working with power tools. Never use power tools if you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention when using a power tool can
result in serious personal injury.
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Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Depending on the type of power
tool and how it is used, safety equipment such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, protective
helmets and ear protection reduce the risk of personal injury.
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Avoid accidental starting. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the
cord and/or the battery or lifting/carrying the tool.
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Carrying a power tool with your finger on the switch or connecting a tool to the mains supply when
the switch is in the ON position increases the risk of accidents and injuries.
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Remove adjuster keys/spanners and other assembling tools before starting the power tool.
Spanners, keys or similar that are left in a rotating part of the power tool can cause personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Always maintain a firm footing and good balance. This will ensure you have
better control over the tool in unexpected situations.
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Wear appropriate clothing. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery. Keep hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose-fitting clothing, jewellery and long hair can get caught in
moving parts.
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If dust extraction and dust collection equipment is provided, this should be connected and used
correctly. The use of such devices can reduce the risk of dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
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Do not force the power tool. Use the correct electric tool for the planned work. The tool does the job
better and safer when used at the rate for which it was designed.
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Do not use the tool if it cannot be switched on and off using the power switch. Power tools that
cannot be controlled with the power switch are dangerous and must be repaired.
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Unplug the power cord and/or disconnect the battery before making any adjustments, changing
accessories or putting the power tool away. These safety precautions reduce the risk of accidently
starting the power tool.
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Store power tools out of the reach of children when not in use. Never allow children, or anyone who
is unfamiliar with the power tool and these instructions, to use the tool.
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Power tools are dangerous if used by inexperienced people.
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Keep the power tool properly maintained. Make sure that moving parts are properly adjusted and
do not jam and that no parts are incorrectly fitted or damaged. Check for other factors that could
affect the operation of the power tool. If the power tool is damaged, it must be repaired before
being used again. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to jam and are easier to control.
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Use the power tool, accessories, bits, etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account actual working conditions and the work that is to be done. It can be dangerous to use
power tools for purposes other than those intended.
Service
The power tool may only be serviced by qualified service personnel using identical spare parts.
This ensures that the power tool remains safe.
Special safety instructions
NOTE!
Always take basic safety precautions (including the following) when using electrical appliances to
safeguard against the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read these instructions carefully
before use. Keep these instructions in a safe place.
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Do not use power tools in explosive environments, such as in the vicinity of flammable liquids,
gases or dust.
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Do not touch the power cord with any part of the body.
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Only use an approved and properly dimensioned extension cord.
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Never use the machine for work for which it is not suited. This can result in personal injury or
damage to the equipment.
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Only use identical spare parts when servicing. The manufacturer assumes no liability for damage
that arises as a result of using other spare parts. Only use accessories that can cope with the
maximum speed of the tool. Accessories with a lower maximum speed can break or shatter. Do not
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