Master-force 241-0854, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
KNOW THE TOOL
To reduce the risk of
injury, the user must read the operator’s
manual.
Read all safety
warnings and 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 AC-powered (corded) power
tool or battery-powered (cordless) power
tool.
Risk of fire and
electric shock. Dry location use only. Do
not expose to rain. Risk of injury.
WORK AREA SAFETY
1.
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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.
3.
Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. The plug on the power tool 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.
2.
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.
3.
Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
4.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep the cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
5.
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.
6.
If operating a power tool in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply.
Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric
shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when operating
a power tool. Do not use the 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.
2. U
se personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection, used for appropriate conditions,
will reduce personal injuries.
3.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
that 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 energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
4.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench
before turning the power tool on. A wrench
or a key left attached to a rotating part of
the power tool may result in personal injury.
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