5) When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use.
of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
6) If operating a power tool in a
damp location is unavoidable, use
a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply.
reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
1) Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you
drugs, alcohol or medication.
moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
2) Use personal protective
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protection. Prote tive e uip ent
such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
3) Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the switch is in the
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to power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carryin po er tools ith your
n er on the s it h or ener isin
power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
4) Remove any adjusting key
or wrench before turning the
power tool on.
key left attached to a rotating part
of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
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5) Do not overreach. Keep
proper footing and balance at
all times.
his enables better
control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
6) Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. oose lothes
jewellery or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
7) If devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction
and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly
used.
se o dust olle tion an
reduce dust-related hazards.
8) Do not let familiarity gained from
become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles.
action can cause severe injury within
a fraction of a second.
Power tool use and care
1) Do not force the power tool. Use
the correct power tool for your
application.
he orre t po er tool
will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
2) Do not use the power tool if the
switch does not turn it on and
ny po er tool that annot
be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
3) Disconnect the plug from the
power source and/or the battery
pack, if detachable, from the
power tool before making
any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power
tools. Su h preventive sa ety
measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
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