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Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
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Maintain tools with care.
Keep tools sharp and clean
for better and safer performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool
cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired
by an authorised service facility. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
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Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing,
or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters,
etc., all tools should be disconnected. Remove the
plug before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
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Avoid accidental starting.
Be sure switch is off when
plugging in any tool.
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Use recommended accessories.
Consult the
operator’s manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
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Never stand on tool.
Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
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Check for damaged parts.
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 other part that is
damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorised service centre to avoid risk of personal
injury.
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Use the right direction of feed.
Feed work into a
blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of blade
or cutter only.
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Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the
power off.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete
stop.
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Protect your lungs.
Wear a face or dust mask if the
cutting operation is dusty.
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Protect your hearing.
Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation.
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Do not abuse cord.
Never yank cord to disconnect
from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
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Always keep the blade guard in place and in
working order.
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Keep hands away from cutting area.
Keep hands
away from blade. Do not reach underneath work or
around or over the blade while blade is rotating. Do not
attempt to remove cut material when blade is moving.
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Blade coasts after being turned off.
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Never use in an explosive atmosphere.
Normal
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
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Inspect tool cords periodically.
If damaged, have
repaired by a qualified service technician at an
authorised service facility.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
Read all instructions before attempting to operate the
product and save these instructions.
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Know your power tool.
Read the owner’s operating
manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations
of the product as well as the specific potential hazards
related to this tool.
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Guard against electrical shock by preventing body
contact with grounded surfaces.
For example,
pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
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Keep guards in place and in good working order.
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Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
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Keep work area clean.
Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents. Do not leave tools or pieces of wood
on the saw while it is in operation.
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Do not use in dangerous environments.
Do not
use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to
rain. Keep the work area well lit. Do not use tool in the
presence of flammable liquids or gases.
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Keep children and visitors away.
All visitors should
wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from
work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension
cord while operating.
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Do not force tool.
It will do the job better and safer at
the feed rate for which it was designed.
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Use right tool.
Don’t force the tool or attachment to do
a job it was not designed for. Don’t use it for a purpose
not intended.
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Use the proper extension cord.
Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord
heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
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Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewellery. They can get caught and draw
you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid
footwear (rubber soled boots) are recommended when
working outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
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Always wear safety glasses with side shields.
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant
lenses; they are not safety glasses.
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Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold work when
practical, it is safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate the tool.
