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General safety advice for electrical power tools
General safety advice for electrical power tools
2.
Electrical safety
a)
The mains plug on the power tool (or
on the power supply) must fit the mains
socket. Never modify the plug in any
way. Never use adapter plugs with
earthed power tools.
Unmodified plugs
and the correct sockets reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock.
b)
Avoid touching earthed surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ovens and refrig-
erators with any part of your body.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed.
c)
Keep the device away from rain or
moisture.
Water entering an electrical device
increases the risk of electric shock.
d)
Do not use the mains lead for any pur-
pose for which it was not intended, e.g.
to carry the device, to hang up the de-
vice or to pull the mains plug out of
the mains socket. Keep the mains lead
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts of the device.
Damaged or
tangled mains leads increase the risk of elec-
tric shock.
e)
When working outdoors with an elec-
trical power tool always use extension
cables that are also approved for use
outdoors.
The use of an extension cable suit-
able for outdoor use reduces the risk of elec-
tric shock.
f)
Use a residual current device (RCD) for
protection if operating the electrical
power tool in a moist environment is
unavoidable.
The use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a)
Remain alert at all times, watch what
you are doing and always proceed
with caution. Do not use the device if
you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication.
One moment
of carelessness when using the device can lead
to serious injury.
b)
Wear personal protective equipment
and always wear safety glasses.
The
wearing of personal protective equipment such
as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, safety hel-
mets or ear protectors, appropriate to the type
of electrical power tool used and work under-
taken, reduces the risk of injury.
c)
Avoid accidental starting. Verify the po-
wer tool is switched off before connec-
ting it to the mains and / or connecting
the battery, picking it up, or carrying it.
Accidents can happen if you carry the device
with your finger on the ON / OFF switch or with
the device switched on.
d)
Remove any setting tools or spanners
before you switch the device on.
A tool
or spanner left attached to a rotating part of a
device can lead to injury.
e)
Avoid placing your body in an unnat-
ural position. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
By doing this you will
be in a better position to control the device in
unforeseen circumstances.
f)
Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves clear of mov-
ing parts.
Loose clothing, jewellery or long
hair can become trapped in moving parts.
g)
If vacuum dust extraction and collection
devices are fitted do not forget to check
that they are properly connected and
correctly used.
The use of these devices
reduces the hazard presented by dust.
4.
Careful handling and use
of electrical power tools
a)
Do not overload the device. Always
use an electrical power tool that is
intended for the task you are under-
taking.
By using the right electrical power
tool for the job you will work more safely and
achieve a better result.
b)
Do not use an electrical power tool if
its switch is defective.
An electrical power
tool that can no longer be switched on and off
is dangerous and must be repaired.
