1) Safety at the workplace
a) Keep your working area clean, tidy and
well-lit. Disorder and poorly lit working areas
may result in accidents.
b) Do not operate the power tool in potentially
explosive environments containing
combustible fluids, gases or dusts. Power
tools generate sparks that may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c) Keep children and other persons away while
you are operating the power tool. Distractions
may result in the operator losing control over the
tool.
2) Electrical safety
a) The connecting plug of the power tool must
fit into the mains socket. The plug must not
be modified in any way. Do not use adapter
plugs in combination with power tools with
protective earthing. Unmodified plugs and
fitting sockets reduce the risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid physical contact with earthed
surfaces such as pipes, heaters, ovens and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is earthed.
c) Keep power tools out of the rain or moisture
in general. The penetration of water into a
power tool increases the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not use the cord to carry or hang up
the tool or to pull the plug out of the mains
socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges or moving parts of the tool.
Damaged or tangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
e) When working with a power tool outdoors,
only use extension cords that are intended
for outdoor use. The use of a suitable extension
cord intended for outdoor use will decrease the
risk of electric shock.
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f) If the use of the power tool in a damp
environment cannot be avoided, make sure to
use a ground fault circuit interrupter.
Using a ground fault circuit interrupter will
decrease the risk of electric shock.
3) Safety of persons
a) Always pay attention to what you do and
apply reasonable care when working with a
power tool. Do not use the power tool when
you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
When working with power tools, even a short
moment of inattentiveness may result in serious
injuries.
b) Wear personal protection equipment and
always wear eye protection (safety goggles).
Wearing personal protection equipment as a dust
mask, non-slip safety shoes, a safety helmet
or ear protection, depending on the type and
application of the tool, reduces the risk of injury.
c) Avoid unintentional operation. Make sure
that the power tool is switched off before
you connect it to the mains supply and/or the
battery and whenever you pick up or carry the
tool. Carrying the power tool with your finger on
the on/off switch or connecting the tool to the
mains supply with the switch in the "ON" position
may result in accidents.
d) Remove adjustment tools or wrenches and
the like before you switch the power tool on. A
wrench or other tool that is inside a rotating part
of the device may cause injuries.
e) Avoid unusual postures. Make sure to have
a safe footing and keep your balance at all
times. This will allow you to better control the
power tool in unexpected situations.
f ) Make sure to wear suitable clothes. Do not
wear wide clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothes and gloves away from all moving
parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair may
get caught in moving parts.