Safety Instructions - Bosch GKS 7 1/4 PROFESSIONAL Manual De Instrucciones

Safety instructions

WARNING! Read all instructions Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term "power
tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Work area
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
lit areas can result in accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in the presence of flam-
mable liquids, gases or dust.
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control
2. Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modi-
fy the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools.
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfac-
es such as pipes, radiators and refrigerators.
an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric
shock.
d) Do not misuse the cord. Never use the cord for carry-
ing, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten-
sion cord suitable for outdoor use.
able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while if you are tired or under the influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
attention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate condi-
tions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before plugging in.
with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that
are switches on invite accidents.
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Cluttered and poorly
Power tools create sparks
Unmodified plugs
There is
Use of a cord suit-
A moment of in-
Carrying power tools
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before switch-
ing on the power tool. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in mov-
ing parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust ex-trac-
tion and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and
properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust related
hazards.
h) Use ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
4. Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application.
the job better and safer.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool
or these instructions to operate the power tool.
tools can cause injuries in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or bind-
ing of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tools operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions and in the man-
ner intended for the particular type of power tool,
taking into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed.
tions different from those intended could result in injuries.
5. Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
The correct power tool will do
Power
Properly main-
Use of the power tool for opera-
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