General Safety Rules - Bosch GSB 10 PROFESSIONAL Instructions D'emploi

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General Safety Rules

Read and understand all instruc-
WARNING
tions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury. The term "power tool", as used
in the following, refers to mains-powered power tools
(corded) and to battery-powered power tools (cord-
less).
Save these instructions.
1) Work Area
a) Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite acci-
dents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating the power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control over the power tool.
2) Electrical Safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do not
use any adapter plugs with grounded
power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching
outlets will reduce the risk of an electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with grounded sur-
faces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
to carry or hang up the power tool, or to
pull the plug from the outlet. Keep the cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors,
only use extension cords that are suitable
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for out-
door use reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal Safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
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4) Power Tool Use and Care
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b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Safety equipment such as dusk
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure that the
power tool is switched off before plugging
in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch
or plugging in tools that have the switch "ON"
invites accidents.
d) Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before switching the tool "ON". A wrench or
a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the
tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better con-
trol of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, 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 reduces dust
related hazards.
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the cor-
rect power tool for your application. The
correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch
does not turn it "ON" or "OFF". Any power
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 the tool. Such pre-
ventive safety measures reduce the risk of start-
ing the tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamil-
iar with the power tool or these instruc-
tions to operate the power tool. Power tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools with care. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition
that may affect the tool's operation. If
damaged, have the power tool serviced
before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Prop-
erly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.