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General safety rules
Read all safety warnings
and all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1 WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the
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outlet. Never modify the plug in any
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way. Do not use any adapter plugs
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with earthed (grounded) power tools.
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Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will
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reduce risk of electric shock.
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b) Avoid body contact with earthed
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or grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
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radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if
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your body is earthed or grounded.
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c) Do not expose power tools to rain or
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wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
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will increase the risk of electric shock.
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d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
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cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging
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the power tool. Keep cord away from
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heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
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Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk
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of electric shock.
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e) When operating a power tool outdoors,
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use an extension cord suitable for
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outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for
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outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
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f) If operating a power tool 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 a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the infl uence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power 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, hard hat, 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 and/or
battery pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your fi nger
on the switch or energising power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
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