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SAFETY WARNINGS
The term ‘Power tool’ in the
safety warnings refers to any
electric / battery or pneumatic
drill, required to use this nibbler.
WORK AREA SAFETY
1.
Keep work area clean and
well lit
. Cluttered and dark
areas invite accidents.
2.
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.
3.
Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power
tool.
Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1.
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.
2.
Do not expose power tools to
rain or wet conditions.
Water
entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric
shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1.
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.
2.
Use safety equipment. Always
wear eye protection.
Safety
equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,
or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
3.
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.
4.
Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all
times.
This enables better
control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
5.
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.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
1.
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.
2.
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.
3.
Store idle power tools out of the
reach of children.
Power tools
are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.