Wear appropriate clothing. Do not wear jewelry or loose
clothing. Keep hair, clothing, and gloves away from all
moving parts.
Loose articles can get caught in moving parts
and cause serious injury or damage.
Work Area Safety
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas
invites accidents.
Do not operate power tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or dust.
Power tools may generate sparks which could
ignite flammable dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating
a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
Ensure correct power outlet is used for power tool. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
plugs
with earth-grounded power tools.
Using un
tied plugs
and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electrical shock.
Do not expose power tools to moisture or rainy conditions.
Exposing the power tool to water will increase the risk of
electric shock.
When using a power tool outdoors ensure extension cord is
suitable for outdoor use.
A suitable outdoor extension cord
will reduce the risk of electrical shock.
When operating a tool in damp or wet locations is
unavoidable use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
protected supply.
Use of the GFCI reduces the risk of
electrical shock.
Avoid physical contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
such as pipes, ranges,
erators, and radiators.
When your
body is earthed or grounde there is an increased risk of
electrical shock.
Do not misuse/abuse the power cord. Do not use the cord for
carryi g, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away
moving parts, oil, heat, and sharp edges.
Entangled or damaged cords greatly increase the risk of
electrical shock.
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