Safety Information
do noT operate or service the equipment before reading the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating this equipment. Failure to
read and understand the safety messages
and operating instructions could result in injury to yourself and others.
SaFeTy MeSSageS
The four safety messages shown below will inform you about potential hazards that could injure you or others.The safety messages specifi cally address the level of exposure to the operator and are preceded by one of four words: danger, Warning, CauTion or noTiCe.
SaFeTy SyMBolS
danger
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, Will result in deaTH or SeriouS inJury.
Warning
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, Could result in deaTH or SeriouS inJury.
CauTion
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, Could result in Minor or ModeraTe inJury.
NOTICE
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
Potential hazards associated with the operation of this equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with safety messages.
Symbol | Safety Hazard |
Burn hazards
Electric shock hazards
perSonal SaFeTy
CauTion
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 infl uence 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,
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your fi nger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on can cause accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
do noT overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce
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