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3. GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
1. 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.
•
Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
2. 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.
•
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.
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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.
•
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.
3. 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.
•
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 jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
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If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
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.
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