▶ Dust produced by grinding, sanding, cutting and drilling can contain
dangerous chemicals. Some examples are: lead or lead-based paints;
brick, concrete and other masonry products, natural stone and other
products containing silicates; certain types of wood, such as oak,
beech and chemically treated wood; asbestos or materials that contain
asbestos.
Determine the exposure of the operator and bystanders
by means of the hazard classification of the materials to be worked.
Implement the necessary measures to restrict exposure to a safe level,
for example by the use of a dust collection system or by the wearing
of suitable respiratory protection. The general measures for reducing
exposure include:
▶ working in an area that is well ventilated,
▶ avoidance of prolonged contact with dust,
▶ directing dust away from the face and body,
▶ wearing protective clothing and washing exposed areas of the skin
with water and soap.
▶ Do not look directly into the light source (LEDs) of the power tool and
do not aim the beam at other persons' faces. Risk of dazzling or eye
damage.
▶ Keep the air vents clear at all times. Risk of burn injuries due to blocked
air vents!
▶ Avoid touching rotating parts. Touching rotating parts, especially rotating
accessory tools, may lead to injury.
▶ Wear protective gloves when changing the accessory tool. Touching the
accessory tool can result in cuts and burns.
▶ Switch the product on only after you have brought it to the working
position.
▶ Wait until the product has come to a complete stop before you lay it
down.
▶ Take frequent breaks and do physical exercises to improve the blood
circulation in your fingers. High vibration during long periods of work can
lead to disorders of the blood vessels and nervous system in the fingers,
hands and wrists.
▶ Before beginning work, check the working area for concealed electric
cables or gas and water pipes. External metal parts of the product could
give you an electric shock or cause an explosion if you accidentally
damage an electric cable or a gas or water pipe.
▶ Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece in
position. The workpiece is thus held more securely than by hand and
both hands remain free to operate the power tool.
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