General Safety Rules; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - RIDGID SeekTech ST-305R Manual Del Operador

General Safety Rules

WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instruc-
tions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock,
fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Work Area Safety

• Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate equipment in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Equipment can create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away
while operating equipment. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
• Avoid traffic. Pay close attention to mov-
ing vehicles when using on or near road-
ways. Wear visible clothing or reflector
vests.

Electrical Safety

• Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes, radi-
ators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is
an increased risk of electrical shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
• An improperly grounded electrical out-
let can cause electrical shock and/or
severely damage equipment. Always
check work area for a properly ground-
ed electrical outlet. Presence of a three-
prong or GFCI outlet does not ensure that
the outlet is properly grounded. If in doubt,
have the outlet inspected by a licensed
electrician.
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• Do not expose equipment to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering equipment will
increase the risk of electrical shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging
the power tool. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges, and moving parts. Dam-
aged or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
• If operating equipment in a damp loca-
tion is unavoidable, use a ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected
supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of
electric shock.
• Keep all electrical connections dry and
off the ground. Do not touch equipment
or plugs with wet hands to reduce the risk
of electrical shock.

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing,
and use common sense when operat-
ing equipment. Do not use equipment
while you are tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating equipment
may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment.
The appropriate use of protective equip-
ment such as safety glasses, a dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat, high vis-
ibility clothing, and hearing protection will
reduce personal injuries.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables bet-
ter control of the equipment in unexpected
situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, and long hair can be
caught in moving parts.