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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROTARY HAMMER DRILLS
Before drilling into walls, ceilings etc, ensure there are no concealed
power cables or pipes in the cavity.
Always use the side handle, this gives you greater control if the accessory
should become jammed.
Keep the cord clear of the accessory being used, do not wrap the cord
around your arm or wrist.
Hold the tool by the insulated gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Use thick cushioned gloves and limit the exposure time by taking frequent
breaks. Vibration caused by the hammer action may be harmful to your
hands and arms.
When removing an accessory from the tool avoid contact with skin and
use proper protective gloves when grasping the bit or accessory.
Accessories may be hot after prolonged use.
Warning!
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints;
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products, and;
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated timber.
The risk from such exposures vary 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 specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
Always wear eye protection and a dust mask for dusty applications and
when drilling/chiselling overhead. Sanding particles can be absorbed by
your eyes and inhaled easily and may cause health complications.
