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Owner’s Manual
5
General Precautions (cont’d)
Always wear suitable non-slip safety footwear where there is a risk of
heavy objects injuring feet or if there is a risk of slipping on wet or
slippery floors.
Where there is a risk of falling objects or hitting your head on protruding
or low level obstructions, a hard hat should be worn.
Be sure you always have sure footing, especially when working on
ladders and scaffolding.
Keep electric tools away from humidity and rain. Do not immerse.
When working outdoors, only use tools and extension cables designed
and approved for outdoor use.
Do not use the equipment in any areas any danger of fire or explosion
exists. Keep batteries away from heat and allow to cool if warm.
If the tool requires repair, be sure to have all work performed by a
qualified technician.
Keep all electric tools away from children.
Store electric tools in the original box in a clean dry location out of the
reach of children.
Always unplug the power cable when the tool is not in use or when you
are taking breaks or changing accessories.
Never carry the tool by the cable. Never unplug the tool by pulling on the
cable.
When working, do not allow the motor to stall under the load.
Keep your work place tidy. Untidiness can cause accidents!
Avoid abnormal body postures while working.
Make sure not to start the tool unintentionally.
Do not leave keys, spanners, adjusting tools, etc. inserted in the tool.
WARNING! CONSUMING ALCOHOL, MEDICATION, OR DRUGS, OR
HEALTH PROBLEMS SUCH AS ILLNESS, FEVER, OR FATIGUE,
AFFECT YOUR ABILITY TO PLAN AND REACT. NEVER USE ANY
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, HEALTH PROBLEMS, OR FATIGUE.