Safety Guidelines - Definitions; General Safety Rules - BLACK&DECKER BDPG700 Manual De Instrucciones

It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help
you recognize this information.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
DANGER:
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION:
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
NOTICE:
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.
SAVE ALLWARNINGS 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.
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
1)WORK AREA SAFETY
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power
increase the risk of electric shock.
tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) 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
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment
medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
such as dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting
to power source and/ or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key
with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
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