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ENGLISH (Original Instructions)
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
WARNING:
The tool should be operated with a ONE+ battery
pack.
When using battery operated tools basic safety
precaution should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, leaking batteries and personal injury,
including the following.
Read the operation manual and follow all
warnings and safety instructions.
Wear eye protection and ear protection.
Do not use this machine in wet weather
conditions!
Wear protective clothing and boots
Wear non-slip, heavy duty gloves.
Keep all bystanders at least 15m away.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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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.
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.
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Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
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 energizing
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 attached 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
and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and
properly used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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 cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Disconnect t he plug from the power source and/or the
battery pack from the power tool 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 binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition
that may affect the power tool’s operation. 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 maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
