and in some cases may exceed the value specified
in these instructions.
If you wish to make an accurate assessment of the
vibration loads experienced during a particular peri-
od of working, you should also take into account the
intervening periods of time when the device is switched
off or is running but is not actually in use. This can
result in a much lower vibration load over the whole
of the period of working.
General safety advice
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CAUTION! In order to protect yourself
from the danger of electric shock, injury
or fire when using electrical power tools,
please observe the following basic safety precautions.
Read all these requirements before you use the elec-
trical power tool, and keep the safety advice in a
safe place.
Working safely
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1. Keep your working area clean and tidy.
A disorderly working area can lead to accidents.
2. Be aware of the effects of the
environment.
D o not leave electrical power tools out in the rain.
D o not use electrical power tools in moist or
wet surroundings.
E nsure that your working area is well lit.
D o not use electrical power tools in areas
where there is risk of fire or explosion.
3. Protect yourself from electric shock.
A void touching earthed objects such as pipes,
heating radiators, ovens or refrigerators with
parts of your body.
4. Keep other people at a safe distance.
D o not allow other people, in particular children,
to touch the electrical power tool or the mains
lead. Keep them away from your working area.
5. Store currently unused electrical power
tools in a safe place.
W hen not being used electrical power tools
should be stored in dry conditions in a high or
enclosed place, out of reach of children.
Introduction / General safety advice
6. Do not overload your electrical power
tool.
B y keeping within the specified working range
of the tool you will work more safely and achieve
a better result.
7. Use the right electrical power tool for
the task.
D o not use low-output devices for heavy tasks.
D o not use an electrical power tool for purposes
for which it was not intended. For example, do
not use a hand operated circular saw for trim-
ming tree branches or cutting logs.
8. Wear suitable clothing.
D o not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery.
They could become caught on moving parts.
W e recommend that you wear anti-slip footwear
when working outdoors.
I f you have long hair, wear a hair net.
9. Use personal protective equipment.
W ear protective glasses.
Wear ear protection.
W ear a dust mask if your work generates dust.
10. Attaching the vacuum dust extraction
device.
W here there are connection points provided
for vacuum dust extraction please ensure that
the connections are made and used properly.
11. Do not use the mains lead for purpos-
es for which it was not intended.
D o not use the mains lead to pull the plug out
of the mains socket. Protect the mains lead
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Securely support the workpiece.
U se clamps or a vice to grip the workpiece firmly.
This is much safer than holding it with your hand.
13. Avoid placing your body in an
unnatural position.
K eep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Look after your tools carefully.
K eep cutting tools sharp and clean. This way you
will work more safely and achieve better results.
F ollow the advice on tool lubrication and con-
sumables replacement.
C heck the condition of the mains lead on your
electrical power tool regularly and have any
damage repaired by a competent specialist.
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