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PRODUCT SAFETY

WARNING: 

Some dust created by power sanding, 

sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction 

activities contains chemicals known to the State of 
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other 
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints;
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other 

masonry products; 

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how 
often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure 
to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and 
work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust 
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic 
particles. 

WARNING:

 

This product can expose you to 

chemicals including lead and Di(2-ethylhexyl)

phthalate (DEHP) which are known to the State of California 
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive 
harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.
gov.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY 

WARNING

WARNING: Read all safety warnings, 

instructions, illustrations and specifications 

provided with this power tool.

  Failure to follow all 

instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire 
and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future 
reference.

The term power tool in the warnings refers to your electric 
(corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power 
tool.

1)   Work area safety
a)  Keep work area clean and well lit.

 Cluttered or 

dark areas invite accidents.

b)  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.

c)  Keep children and bystanders away while 

operating a power tool. 

Distractions can cause 

you to lose control.

2)  Electrical safety
a)  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. 

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will 

reduce risk of electric shock.

b)  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.

c)  Do not expose power tools to rain or wet 

conditions. 

Water entering a power tool will 

increase the risk of electric shock.

d)  Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for 

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. 
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges 
or moving parts. 

Damaged or entangled cords 

increase the risk of electric shock.

e)  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. 

f)  If operating a power tool in a damp location 

is unavoidable, use a residual current device 
(RCD) protected supply.

 Use of an RCD reduces 

the risk of 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 
that have 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 

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