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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
W A R N I N G
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injuries.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1. WORK AREA SAFETY
• Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• 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.
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Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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A battery-operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be
recharged only with the specified charger for the battery.
A charger that may be suitable
for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
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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.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
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Use a battery-operated tool only with specified battery pack.
Use of any other batteries
may create a risk of fire.
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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
• 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.
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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.
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Prevent unintentional startinEnsure 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.
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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.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
