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of electric shock.
d) Do no t use the mains lead for
any purpose for which i t was
not intended, e.g. to
c a rry the device, to hang up the devi ce
or to pull the mains pl ug out of the
mains socket. Keep the mai ns lead
away from heat, oil, sh arp edges or
moving parts of the dev ice. Damaged
or tangled mains leads increase the risk of
electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a) Remain alert at all times, wat ch what
you are doing and always pr oceed
with caution. Do no t use the device if
you are tired or under t he influence
of drugs, alcohol or m edication. One
moment of carelessness when using the device
can lead to serious injury.
b) Wear p ersonal protective
equipment and alwa ys wear
safety glasses . The
wearing of personal protective equipment such
as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, safety
helmets or ear protectors, appropriate to the
type of electrical power tool used and work
undertaken, reduces the risk of injury.
c) Avoid unintentional op eration of the
device. Accidents can happen if you carry
the device with your finger on the switch.
d) Remove any setting tools or spanners
before you switch t he device on. A
tool or spanner left attached to a rotating part
of a device can lead to injury.
e) Do not overestimate your own abil i-
ties. Keep proper foot ing and balance
at all times. By doing this you will be in a
better position to control the device, especially
in unforeseen circumstances.
f) Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewel lery. Keep
your hair, clothing and gl oves clear
of moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or
long hair can become trapped in moving parts.
4. Careful handling and use of
electrical power tools
a) Do not overload the device. Always
use an electrical powe r tool that is
intended for the ta sk you are under-
taking. By using the right electrical power
tool for the job you will work more safely and
achieve a better result.
b) Do not use an electrical power tool if
its switch is defe ctive. An electrical pow-
er tool that can no longer be switched on and
off is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) When not in use always ensur e that
electrical power too ls are kept out of
reach of childre n. Do not let anyone
use the device if he or she i s not
familiar with it o r has not read the
instructions an d advice. Electrical power
tools are dangerous when they are used by
inexperienced people.
d) Look after the device caref ully.
Check that moving pa rts are working
properly and move free ly. Check for
any parts that are br oken or damaged
enough to detrime ntally affect t he
functioning of t he device. Have dam-
aged parts repair ed before you use
the device. Many accidents have their origins
in poorly maintained electrical power tools.
e) Keep cutting tools clean a nd sharp.
Carefully maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to jam and are
easier to control.
f) Use the electrical power tool, accesso -
ries, inserted tools etc. in accordance
with these instru ctions and advic e, and
the stipulations drawn up for this par-
ticular type of d evice. In doing this ,
take into account th e working condi-
tions and the task in h and. The use of
electrical power tools for purposes other than
those intended can lead to dangerous situations.
General safety advice