Power Tool USE and Care, Work Area Safety

GENERAL SAFETY RULES-FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS

WARNING

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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.

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POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

16.	Do not force the power tool. Use the
	correct power tool for your applica-
	tion. The correct power tool will do the
	job better and safer at the rate for which
	it was designed.
17.	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.
18.	Disconnect the plug from the power
	source and/or the battery pack from

25.	Use power tools only with speciﬁcally
	designated battery packs. Use of any
	other battery packs may create a risk of
	injury and ﬁre.
26.	When battery pack is not in use, keep
	it away from other metal objects like
	paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,
	or other small metal objects that can
	make a connection from one terminal
	to another. Shorting the battery terminals
	together may cause burns or a ﬁre.
27.	Under abusive conditions, liquid may
	be ejected from the battery, avoid

WORK AREA SAFETY

1.Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite acci- dents.

2.Do not operate power tools in ex- plosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of ﬂammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

3.Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distrac- tions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

4.Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodiﬁed plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

5.Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

6.Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

7.Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplug- ging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or mov- ing parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

8.When operating a power tool out- doors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of elec- tric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

9.Stay alert, watch what you are do- ing 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.

10.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 conditions will reduce personal injuries.

11.Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before plug- ging in. Carrying tools with your ﬁnger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

12.Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotat- ing part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

13.Do not overreach. Keep proper foot- ing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

14.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 moving parts.

15.If devices are provided for the connec- tion of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these de- vices can reduce dust-related hazards.

the power tool before making any

adjustments, changing accessories,

or storing power tools. Such preven-

tive safety measures reduce the risk of

starting the tool accidentally.

19. Store idle power tools out of the reach

of children and do not allow persons

unfamiliar with the power tools or

these instructions to operate power

tools. Power tools are dangerous in the

hands of untrained users.

20. Maintain power tools. Check 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.

21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

Properly maintained cutting tools with

sharp cutting edges are less likely to

bind and are easier to control.

22. Use the power tool, accessories and

tool bits etc., in accordance with

these instructions and in the manner

intended for the particular type of

power tool, 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.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

23.Ensure the switch is in the off posi- tion before inserting battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

24.Recharge only with the charger speci- ﬁed by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of ﬁre when used with another battery pack.

contact. If contact accidentally oc-

curs, ﬂush with water. If liquid con-

tacts eyes, additionally seek medical

help. Liquid ejected from the battery

may cause irritation or burns.

SERVICE

28.Have your power tool serviced by a qualiﬁed repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

1.DANGER!

a)Keep hands away from cutting area and blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle or motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the blade.

b)Do not reach underneath the work- piece. The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece.

c)Adjust the cutting depth to the thick- ness of the workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece.

d)NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.

e)Hold power tools by insulated grip- ping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make ex- posed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.