a)
Keep your work area clean and well illuminated. Untidy or unlit work areas can result in
accidents.
b)
Do not operate the electric tool in an environment where there is a risk of explosions
and where there are inflammable liquids, gases or dust. Electric tools produce sparks
which could set the dust or vapours alight.
c)
Keep the electric tool out of the reach of children and other persons. If there is a
distraction, you may lose control of the appliance.
4.2. Electrical safety
a)
The connector plug from this electric tool must fit into the socket. The plug should never
be altered in any way. Never use adapter plugs together with earthed electric tools.
Unaltered plugs and correct sockets reduce the risk of an electric shock.
b)
Avoid bodily contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, heating, ovens and fridges.
The risk of electric shock is increased if your body is earthed.
c)
Keep the tool out of the rain and away from moisture. The ingress of water into an
electric tool increases the risk of an electric shock.
d)
Do not use the cable to carry the electric tool, to hang it up or to pull it out of the socket.
Keep the cable away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts of the appliance.
Damaged or entangled cables increase the risk of an electric shock.
e)
If you are working outdoors with an electric tool, only use extension cables which are
designed specifically for this purpose. Using specially designed outdoor extension
cables, the risk of electric shock is reduced.
f)
If operation of the electric tool in a damp environment can not be avoided, use a earth
leakage circuit-breaker. The earth-leakage circuit-breaker reduces the risk of an electric
shock.
4.3. Safety of persons
a)
Be careful, watch what you are doing and use an electric tool sensibly. Do not use the
tool if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention when using the electric tool can result in serious injuries.
b)
Wear personal protection equipment and always wear safety goggles. Wearing
personal protection (such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, safety helmet or ear
protection, depending upon the type and use of the electric tool) reduces the risk of
injury.
c)
Make sure that the appliance cannot start up accidentally. Ensure that the electric tool is
switched off before you connect it to the power supply and/or insert the battery, or pick
up or carry the tool. If your finger is on the switch whilst carrying the electric tool or if
you connect the appliance to the mains when it is switched on, this can lead to
accidents.
d)
Remove keys and wrenches before switching on the electric tool. A tool or key which
comes into contact with rotating parts of the appliance can lead to injuries.
e)
Avoid abnormal working postures. Make sure you stand squarely and keep your
balance at all times. In this way, you can control the electric tool better in unexpected
circumstances.
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