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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING
Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fi re and/or
serious injury. The term “power tool’’ in all of the
warnings listed below refers to your mains operated
(corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless)
power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WORK AREA
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Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered and dark
areas invite accidents.
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Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos-
pheres, such as in the presence of fl ammable
liquids, gases, or dust.
Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Keep children and bystanders away while operat-
ing 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. Unmodifi ed
plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
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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.
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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions.
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 car-
rying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Dam-
aged 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.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a power tool while you are tired or under the
infl uence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
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Use safety equipment.
Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for ap-
propriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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Avoid accidental starting.
Ensure the switch is in the
off position before plugging in. Carrying power tools
with your fi nger on the switch or plugging in power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left at-
tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
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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 andcollection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
Use of these devices
can reduce dust related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
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Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application.
The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
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Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off.
Any power tool that can not be
controlled with the switch is dangerous andmust be
repaired.
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Disconnect the plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
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Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
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Maintain power tools.
Check for misalignment or
bindling of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tools opera-
tion. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly main-
tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
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