General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
Personal Safety:
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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.
•
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used whenever conditions
require will reduce personal injuries.
•
Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the 'off' position before plugging
in
. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
•
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench
or key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
•
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
•
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.
•
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used
. Use of these devices ca n
reduce dust related hazards.
Power Tool Use and Care:
•
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application
. The
correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
•
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off
. Any power tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
•
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
•
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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