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Cordless Hammer Drill
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English
Safety Notes
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING Read all safety warn-
ings 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 (cord-
less) power tool.
Work area safety
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Keep work area clean and well lit. Clut-
tered 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.
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 ground-
ed surfaces, such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an in-
creased risk of electric shock if your body
is earthed or grounded.
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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 and moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
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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 loca-
tion is unavoidable, use a residual current
device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an
RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
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.
►
Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, nonskid 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 connect
-
ing 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 be-
fore 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 sit-
uations.
►
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 ex- traction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used. Use of dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use the power tool wisely. Do not use a
power tool when you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medicines.
One moment of inattention while operating
a power tool can result in serious injury.
►
Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear safety goggles. The use of
personal protective equipment such as a
face shield, non-slip shoes, a hard hat or
hearing protection, depending on the type
of power tool operation, reduces the risk of
injury.
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Prevent the power tool from being switched
on unintentionally. Before connecting the