Safety Warnings - RIDGID R860434 Manual Del Operador

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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
 Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
 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.
 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
 Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
 Use battery only with charger listed. For use with 18V
lithium-ion battery packs, see tool/appliance/battery
pack/charger correlation supplement 988000-302.
PERSONAL SAFETY
 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.
 Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, gloves, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
 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 with your finger on the switch or energizing
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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 Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
 Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools
 Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
 Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
 Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
 Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
 Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
 Maintain power tools and accessories. Check
 Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
 Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
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all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
allow you to become complacent and ignore tool
safety principles. A careless action can cause severe
injury within a fraction of a second.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn into air vents.
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
for your application. The correct power tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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.
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.
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.
free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.