GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read and understand the owner' s manual and
labels fixed to the tool. Learn its application
and limitations as well as the potential
hazards .
2. EARTH ALL TOOLS
Ensure that (where applicable) suitable
earthed cords and plugs are used and
correctly connected.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE (where applicable)
-in working order, and correct adjustment and
alignment.
4. 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.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
Floor must not be slippery due to oils, or
dust.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power tools in damp or wet
locations or expose them to rain. Keep
work area well lighted. Provide adequate
surrounding work space.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP SAFE
.-use padlocks, master switches, remove
keys. Visitors should be a safe distance from
work area
8. DON'T FORCE TOOL
It will do the job better and more safely at
the rate for which it was designed.
9 .USE CORRECT TOOL
Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it
was not designed for.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties
or jewellery (rings, wristwatches) to get
caught in moving parts. NONSLIP footwear
is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long
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hair. Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
1 1 . U S E S A F E T Y G O G G L E S ( H e a d
Protection)
Wear approved safety goggles at all times.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lens, they are NOT safety glasses.
Also, use face or dust mask if cutting operation
is dusty, and ear protectors during extended
periods of operation.
12. SECURE WORK
Use clamps or a vice to hold work when
practical. It' s safer and frees both hands to
operate tool.
13. DON'T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS
Before servicing; when changing accessories
such as cutters, etc.
16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult owners manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that
accompany the accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause hazards.
17. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool, a guard
or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to ensure 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 operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
18.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.