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The purpose of safety rules is to attract your attention to possible
dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them,
require your careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The
instruction or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
1.
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL.
Read owners manual carefully.
Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific
potential hazards related to this tool.
2.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING
BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES.
For
example, pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
3.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
4.
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don't use power tools
in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area
well lit.
5.
KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY.
Visitors should
wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work
area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
6.
STORE IDLE TOOLS.
When not in use, tools should be
stored in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of reach of
children.
7.
DON'T FORCE TOOL.
It will do the job better and safer at
the rate at which it was designed.
8.
USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don't force small tool or attachment to
do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not
intended.
9. DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
10. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses, they are
not safety glasses.
11. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS.
Wear a dust mask if operation
is dusty.
12. PROTECT YOUR HEARING.
Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
13. DON'T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. Do not use tool on a ladder or unstable support.
Secure tools when working at elevated levels.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and
clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
16. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
17. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN AND FREE FROM OIL
AND GREASE.
Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum based products,
or any strong solvents to clean your tool.
18. STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL.
Watch what
you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool
when you are tired. Do not rush operation of tool.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the
tool, a guard or any other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or any other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre.
20. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON
AND OFF.
Have defective switches replaced by authorised
service centre.
21. DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER
THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR ANY
MEDICATION.
22. THE APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE
BY YOUNG OR INFIRM PERSONS WITHOUT
SUPERVISION. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE
SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PLAY
WITH THE APPLIANCE.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Due to continued product
refinement policy, product features
and specifications can and will
change without notice. Check
current features and specifications
with your retailer.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.
Indicates caution or
warning. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictures.
WARNING:
Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to operate this tool
until you have read thoroughly and understood
completely, safety rules, etc. contained in this
manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents
involving fire, electric shock or serious personal
injury. Save owners manual and review frequently
for continuing safe operation and instructing
others who may use this tool.
The operation of any tool can result in
foreign objects being thrown into your
eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Before beginning power tool
operation, always wear safety goggles
or safety glasses with side shields and
a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety
glasses with side shields.
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