8
GENERAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Read all instructions.
Failure
to
follow
all
instructions
listed
below
may
result
in
electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
The
term
"power
tool"
in
all
of
the
warnings listed below
refers
to
your
mains
operated
(corded)
power
tool.
SAVE
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
1) WORK AREA
a)
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered
and
dark
areas
invite
accidents.
b)
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.
c)
Keep children and bystanders
away
while
operating a power tool.
Distractions
can
cause
you
to
lose
control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a)
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools.
Unmodified
plugs
and
matching
outlets
will
reduce
risk
of
electric
shock.
b)
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.
c)
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions.
Water
entering
a
power
tool
will increase
the
risk
of
electric
shock.
d)
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts.
Damaged
or
entangled
cords
increase
the
risk
of
electric
shock.
e)
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use
of
a
cord suitable for outdoor
use
reduces
the
risk
of
electric
shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a)
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.
b)
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment such
as
dust
mask,
non-skid
safety
shoes, hard
hat,
or
hearing
protection
used
for
appropriate
conditions
will
reduce
personal
injuries.
c)
Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off position before plugging in.
Carrying
power
tools with your finger
on
the
switch
or
plugging
in
power
tools
that
have
the
switch
on
invites
accidents.
d)
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.
e)
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
This enables
better
control
of
the
power
tool
in
unexpected
situations.
f)
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jeweler. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts.
Loose clothes,
jeweler
or
long
hair
can
be
caught
in
moving
parts.
g)
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used.
Use
of
these
devices
can
reduce
dust
related
hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a)
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application.
The
correct
power
tool
will
do
the
job
better
and
safer
at
the
rate
for
which it was
designed.
b)
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off.
Any
power
tool
that
cannot
be
controlled
with
the
switch
is
dangerous
and
must be
repaired.
c)
Disconnect the plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools.
Such
preventive
safety
measures reduce
the
risk
of
starting
the
power
tool
accidentally.
d)
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the
power tool.
Power
tools
are
dangerous
in
the
hands
of
untrained
users.
e)
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use.
Many accidents
are
caused
by
poorly
maintained
power
tools.
f)
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly
maintained
cutting
tools
with
sharp
cutting
edges
are
less
likely
to
bind
and
are
easier
to
control.
g)
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed.
Use
of
the
power
tool
for
operations
different
from those intended could
result
in
a
hazardous
situation.
5) SERVICE
a)
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure
that
the
safety
of
the
power
tool
is
maintained.
