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g) Do not use the appliance if the
cable or plug is damaged.
h) Ensure that the voltage indicated
on the rating label matches the
mains voltage before plugging in the
appliance.
i) If any of the appliance casings
breaks, immediately disconnect the
appliance from the main to prevent
the possibility of an electric shock.
j) Do not use the appliance if it has
fallen on the floor, if there are visible
signs of damages or if it has a leak.
k) CAUTION: Maintain the appliance dry.
l) Do not use the appliance with damp
hands or feet, or when barefooted.
m) Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
n) Use suitable detectors to
determine if utility lines are hidden
in the dark work area or call the
local utility company for assistance.
Contact with electric lines can lead to
fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas
line can lead to explosion. Penetrating
a water line causes property damage
or many cause an electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) 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.
b) 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.
c) 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 thathave the switch on
invites accidents.
d) 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.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewellery. Keep
your hair, clothing and gloves
