General safety precautions
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and
!
all instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
IMPORTANT! 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.
Work area safety
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Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
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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.
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Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical safety
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Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
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Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
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Do not misuse the cable. Do not use the cable to
carry or pull the power tool, or to disconnect the
power tool from the power take-off. Keep the cable
away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving
parts. Damaged or tangled cables increase the risk of
electric shock and must therefore be replaced at a
service workshop.
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When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
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When operating the power tool in damp environments,
use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
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.
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Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
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mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
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Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
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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
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
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Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
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If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
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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.
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Do not use the power tool if the designated on/off
function for each power tool does not turn it on
and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
correctly is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
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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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Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power
tool´s operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
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