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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
GENRAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
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 mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1) Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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.
Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool.
Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
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.
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.
Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions.
Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
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.
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.
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.
3) Personal safety
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.
Use 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.
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.
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.
Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This
enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection
of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure that these are connected and
properly used.
Use of these devices can
reduce dust-related hazards.
