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GENERAL
POWER TOOL
SAFETY
WARNINGS
equipment such as dust mask, gloves, 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 balance at all times.
This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
f. 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.
g. 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.
h. Do not let familiarity gained from
frequent use of tools allow you to
become complacent and ignore tool
safety principles.
A careless action can
cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
4. Power tool use and care
a. 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.
b. 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.
c. Disconnect the 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.
d. 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.
e. 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.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories
and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and
the work to be performed.
Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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.
Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in all of the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
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.
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.
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.
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
h. Keep handles and grasping surfaces
dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5) Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger
specified by the manufacturer.
A
charger that is suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with
specifically designated battery
packs.
Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep
it away from other metal objects,
like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one
terminal to another.
Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may
be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush
with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that
is damaged or modified.
Damaged or
modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable
behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of
injury.
f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool
to fire or excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C
may cause explosion.
g) Follow all charging instructions and
do not charge the battery pack or
tool outside the temperature range
specified in the instructions.
Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the
specified range may damage the battery and
increase the risk of fire.
6) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts.
This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
b) Never service damaged battery
packs.
Service of battery packs should only
be performed by the manufacturer or authorized
service provider.