General Safety Instructions - QEP 21650 Manuel D'utilisation

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
2. DO NOT USE DRILL IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use
power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work
area well lighted. Do not use drill where flammable liquids or gases are
present.
3. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Avoid body contact with
grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures,
etc.
4. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from
work area.
5. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry and
high or locked place that is out of reach of children.
6. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the
performance level for which it was designed.
7. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not force a small tool or
accessory to do a job for which it is not designed.
8. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties,
rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts.
Non-slip foot wear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering if you
have long hair.
9. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use a face or dust mask for
commercial cutting operations. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact-
resistant lenses – they NOT safety glasses.
10. DO NOT ABUSE POWER CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or yank it
to disconnect from the power receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
11. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. They
are safer than using your hand and free both hands to operate tool.
12. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
13. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect tools periodically and if damaged, have them repaired
by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and
replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
14. DISCONNECT TOOLS BEFORE SERVICING – when changing
accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS & WRENCHES. Form a habit of checking
to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning it on.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch
is in OFF position before plugging in.
17. OUTDOOR USE OF EXTENSION CORDS. When using tool outdoors,
utilize only extension cords intended and marked for use outdoors.
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