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I. General Safety Instructions.
WARNING!
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read all these instructions before operating this product and save these instructions.
For safe operations:
1) Keep work area clean.
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2) Consider work area environment.
Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
work area well lit. Do not use power tools where there is risk to cause fire or explosion.
3) Guard against electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerators).
4) Keep children away.
Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension condo all visitors should be kept away from area.
5) Store idle tools.
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, high or locked up place, out of reach of
children.
6) Dc not forces the tool.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
7) Use the right mol.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for
purposes not intended; for example, do not use circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
8) Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelers; they can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when working out doors. Wear protecting hair covering
to contain long hair.
9) Use safety glasses.
10) Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure
these are connected and properly used.
11) Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect it from the socket, Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12) Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands
to operate the tool.
13) Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times
14) Maintain tool with care.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubrication and changing accessories, inspect tool cord periodically and if damaged have it
repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace, if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15) Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.
16) Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.
17) Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a plugged-in toot with a finger on the switch. Ensure switch, is off when plugging
in.
18) Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor use.
19) Stay alert.