Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - LEMAN LOSAE250 Manuel D'utilisation

2. Electrical safety

a) Electric tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) electric tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose electric tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering an electric tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the electric tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
e) When operating an electric tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating electric tools in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

3. Personal safety

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating an electric tool. Do not use
an electric tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating electric 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, safety gloves, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power
source, picking up or carrying the electric tool. Carrying electric tools with your finger on the switch or
plugging in electric tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the electric tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to
a rotating part of the electric tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the electric
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 these devices can reduce dust related hazards.
4. Electric tool use and care
a) Do not force the electric tool. Use the correct electric tool for your application. The correct electric tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the electric tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any electric tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing electric tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the electric tool accidentally.
d) Store idle electric tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the electric
tool or these instructions to operate the electric tool. Electric tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
e) Maintain electric tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the electric tool's operation. If damaged, have the electric tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained electric tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control;
g) Use the electric tool, accessories etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the electric tool for operations
different from intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. Service
a) Have your electric tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the electric tool is maintained.
b) If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by the manufacturer or his agent
in order to avoid a safety hazard.
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