General safety warnings
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WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
The word power tool used in the following warnings and
throughout this manual refers to both electrical power tools
and also petrol driven power tools.
This unit may not be used by people (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capacities, with a lack of experience and without
the appropriate knowledge, unless they are supervised by someone who is
responsible for their safety or have been instructed by such a person with
regard to how the unit is to be operated. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the device.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference
1. Work area safety
a
. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite
accidents. Rags, cloths, cord, string and similar items should never be left
around the work area.
b
. Do not operate power tools in explosive environments, 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 the operator 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 grounded power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators.
There is increased risk of electric shock if your
body is 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. Replace damaged cords immediately.
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 reduces the risk
of electric shock.
f.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the manufacturer recommends the
use of a residual current of 30mA or less at all times.
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 personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,
or hearing protection will reduce personal injures.
c.
Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the switch is in the “off”
position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack,
picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising 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 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 jewellery.
Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery 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 dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
