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Safety instructions
When using Power Tools, always observe the
safety regulations applicable in your country to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Read the following safety
instructions before attempting to operate this
product. Keep these instructions in a safe place!
General
1 Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
2 Consider work area environment
Do not expose Power Tools to humidity. Keep
work area well lit. Do not use Power Tools in the
presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3 Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed surfaces
(e.g. pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators).
For use under extreme conditions (e.g. high
humidity, when metal swarf is being produced,
etc.) electric safety can be improved by inserting
an isolating transformer or a (FI) earth-leakage
circuit-breaker.
4 Keep children away
Do not let children come into contact with the
tool or extension cord. Supervision is required for
those under 16 years of age.
5 Store idle tools
When not in use, Power Tools must be stored in
a dry place and locked up securely, out of reach
of children.
6 Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can
be caught in moving parts.
Preferably wear rubber gloves and non-slip
footwear when working outdoors. Wear protective
hair covering to keep long hair out of the way.
7 Wear safety goggles
Also use a face or dust mask in case the
operations produce dust or flying particles.
8 Beware of maximum sound pressure
Wear ear protection at all times.
9 Secure workpiece
Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is
safer and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
10 Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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11 Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
12 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are
removed from the tool before operating the tool.
13 Use appropriate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction
manual. Do not force small tools or attachments
to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was intended.
Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment
or performance of any operation with this tool, other
than those recommended in this instruction manual
may present a risk of personal injury.
14 Maintain tools with care
Keep the tools in good condition and clean for
better and safer performance.
Follow the instructions for maintenance and
changing accessories. Inspect the tool cords at
regular intervals and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorized D
Keep all controls dry, clean and free from oil and
grease.
15 Check for damaged parts
Before using the tool, carefully check it for
damage to ensure that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function.
Check for misalignment and seizure of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other conditions
that may affect its operation.
Have damaged guards or other defective parts
repaired or replaced as instructed.
Do not use the tool if the switch is defective.
Have the switch replaced by an authorized
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16 Remove the battery pack
Remove the battery pack when not in use, before
servicing and when changing accessories.
17 Have your tool repaired by an authorized
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WALT repair agent
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This Power Tool is in accordance with the
relevant safety regulations. To avoid danger,
electric appliances must only be repaired by
qualified technicians.
WALT repair agent.
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