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that might become caught in moving
parts.
- When working outdoors, non-slip foot-
wear is recommended.
- Wear a hair net to contain long hair.
Use protective equipment
- Wear safety goggles.
- Use a dust mask for work which genera-
tes dust.
Connect a dust extraction device
- If connections are available for dust ext-
raction and collection devices, make sure
that these are connected and properly
used.
Do not use the cable for purposes for which it
is not intended
- Do not use the cable to pull the plug from
the socket. Protect the cable from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
Secure the workpiece
- Use jigs or a vice to hold the workpiece
securely. This is safer than using your
hand.
Avoid abnormal body postures.
- Ensure secure footing and keep your ba-
lance at all times.
Maintain tools with care
- Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for
better and safer working.
- Follow the instructions for lubrication and
changing tools.
- Regularly check the connection cable
of the power tool and, if it is damaged,
have it replaced by a qualified specialist.
- Check extension cords periodically and
replace them if they are damaged.
- Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil
and grease.
Remove the plug from the mains socket
- when the power tool is not in use, before
maintenance and when changing tools
such as saw blades, drill bits, cutters.
Do not allow any tool keys to remain inser-
ted.
- check, before switching on, that keys and
adjusting tools have been removed.
Avoid unintentional starting
- Make sure that the switch is off when in-
serting the plug into the socket.
Use extension cables outdoors
- Only use approved and appropriately
marked extension cables outdoors.
Pay attention at all times
- Pay attention to what you are doing.
Work using common sense. Do not use
the power tool if you cannot concentrate.
Check the power tool for possible damage
- Before further use of the power tool, safe-
ty devices or slightly damaged parts must
be carefully examined in respect of their
proper and intended function.
- Check that the moving parts are working
properly and are not jammed or whether
parts are damaged. All parts must be
correctly fitted and satisfy all conditions to
ensure the proper operation of the power
tool.
- Damaged safety equipment and parts
must be repaired properly or replaced by
an authorised specialist workshop unless
otherwise indicated in the instructions.
- Damaged switches must be replaced at a
customer service workshop.
- Do not use power tools if the switch can-
not be turned on and off.
