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WARNING: DO NOT work with damp or wet materials or accessories that require liquid
coolants. Liquids entering the body of the tool is an electrical hazard as well as likely to
destroy the tool.
WARNING: The dust produced from working with some materials can be toxic. Beech, oak,
mahogany and teak natural woods, man-made composite woods and some surface treatments
including paint with lead are toxic. Lead based paint is common in buildings pre 1960. Always wear
suitable respiratory protection for example a respirator face mask. Ideally also use a dust extraction
system or regularly vacuum the work area to prevent the build-up of dust and do a final vacuum after
the work is completed. Most dust is a fire hazard. Overhead work surfaces have an increased safety
risk for dust.
a) Wear protective, cut-proof gloves when changing blades and accessories. Some
blades and accessories can be very sharp. Scraper blades sharpen as they are used.
Blades and accessories shortly after use can be very hot, allow to cool.
b) Keep your workplace clean. Dusts created from different materials including woods and
metals can be highly flammable. Dust from light alloys including magnesium can burn or
explode easily.
c) DO NOT treat the work surface with fluids containing solvents. If such fluids
become warm from scraping, toxic vapours may be produced, or surfaces may
catch fire.
WARNING: NEVER fit any blade or accessory with a maximum speed lower than the no
load speed of the power tool.
d) ONLY change accessories and blades or perform maintenance with the tool
disconnected from its power supply, either mains connection or battery. If the
tool features a captive battery in a charged state take extra care not to switch it on
accidentally when changing accessories or blades.
e) ALWAYS use accessories or blades that are approved by the manufacturer or meet
the specification of your power tool, this includes being compatible in size and
speed. DO NOT try to cut material thicker than the capacity stated in the specification.
f) ONLY use an adapter for using different accessories or blades if the adapter is
specifically designed and approved by the manufacturer of your power tool.
g) DO NOT modify accessories or blades so they work with power tools they were not
intended to work with or for uses that they were never designed for.
h) DO NOT use accessories or blades that are damaged, bent, chipped, cracked,
heavily corroded or excessively worn. Such accessories can break apart in use
causing injury to the operator. ALWAYS inspect accessories or blades before use and
discard immediately if not in good condition. NEVER use blades that are worn to a dull
edge. ALWAYS use sharp blades.
i) ALWAYS ensure all accessories or blades are securely attached to the tool before
use and the securing tool is removed prior to use.
j) DO NOT attempt to free a jammed blade or accessory until the power tool has been
disconnected from power.
k) Inspect the workpiece before use to make sure it is in the correct condition for the
fitted accessory or blade. Remove all nails, staples and other embedded objects prior
to starting work.
l) Any freely movable workpieces should be secured with a clamp or vice before
starting work.
m) ALWAYS ensure that the lighting is adequate in the work area. Never remove your
safety goggles or glasses to improve your view instead increase the level of lighting or
move the lighting so it specifically illuminates the work area correctly.
n) DO NOT operate the power tool near flammable materials. Be especially careful when
cutting wood and metal. Sparks from metal cutting are a common cause of wood dust
fires.
o) Battery chargers are for indoors use only. Ensure that the power supply and charger
are protected against moisture at all times.
p) NEVER start the power tool while the blade or accessory is in contact with the
workpiece, and always allow the power tool to reach its full speed before making
contact with the workpiece. Use the variable speed control of the tool (if fitted) to start
the tool at the correct speed for the accessory or blade fitted.
q) DO NOT exert additional pressure on the body of the tool: allow the blade or
accessory to do the work. By not exerting additional pressure you maintain a safer
stronger grip on the power tool when it breaks through the material, as well as reducing
wear on the power tool which will extend the power tool's service life. Additional pressure
may also bend or twist the accessory or blade which may cause it to break and cause
injury. If the power tool allows for being held with one or two hands hold with two hands
whenever possible. ALWAYS exercise caution when handling this power tool.
r) Sawing, cutting and abrasive actions create heat. This may affect the workpiece and
power tool. ALWAYS monitor the heat level and in the event of excessive heat switch off
the power tool and allow to cool before restarting work. Some power tools depending on
design may be more quickly and effectively cooled by running at high speed without load.
s) The power tool will draw in dust through the vents on its body. Excessive
accumulation of powdered metal may cause an electrical hazard and destroy the tool.
ALWAYS ensure the environment dust level is safe for the tool and ensure the vents are
not blocked.
t) For mains-operated power tools, ensure the cable of the power tool is ALWAYS
kept behind the tool and never close to where the accessory or blade is operating.
u) DO NOT reach under the workpiece, rest the workpiece on your body, or hold the
workpiece while working on it, as contact with the blade or accessory protruding
from the workpiece can result in serious injury.
v) Anti-vibration gloves should be worn when operating power tools that produce
large amount of vibration, especially during long-term use.
w) For power tools with a rotating mechanism and accessories ensure the operator
is not wearing clothes or gloves with frayed threads, cords etc. that could be
entangled in the rotating mechanism dragging the operator's hand into the rotating
accessory causing injury. ALWAYS wear tight fitting work clothes, safety shoes.
Remove jewellery and secure long hair. NEVER wear fabric-based gloves that can
produce strands of material when operating this type of power tool.
x) DO NOT allow sanding sheets to wear away on the sanding pad. This will damage
the surface of the pad requiring replacement and may cause parts of the sanding sheet to
fly off the pad, causing operator injury.
y) DO NOT touch the moving sanding sheet.
z) Wire brush bristles are thrown by the brush even during ordinary operation. DO
NOT overstress the wires by applying excessive load to the brush. The wire bristles can
easily penetrate light clothing and skin.
Note: The tool must ONLY be used for its intended purpose. Any use other than those
mentioned in this manual will be considered a case of misuse. The operator, and not the
manufacturer, shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any modifications made to the tool, nor for any
damage resulting from such modifications.
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