Black & Decker GL300 English, This Productto The Store, General Safety Rules, Safety Instructions

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DO NOT RETURN		THIS PRODUCTTO THE STORE,			unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
	first contact your local Black & Decker office or nearest				protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
	authorized service center.				electric shock. NOTE: The term "Residual Curent Device
					(RCD)" can be replaced by "Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
	GENERAL SAFETY RULES				(GFCI)" or by "Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB)".
	Warning! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to			3.	Personal safety
follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.				a.	Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
					sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
	SAVE T HESE INSTRUCTIONS				tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
	SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS				alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
	General power tool safety warnings.			b.	operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
	Warning! Read all safety warnings and all instructions.				Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions listedbelow may					eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.					non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used
				c.	for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The					Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your					the off-position before connecting to power source
mains operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless)					and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
power tool.					Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
					energising power tools that have the switch on invites
1.	Work area safety			d.	accidents.
a.	Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark				Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
b.	areas invite accidents.				the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
	Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,			e.	rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
	such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases				Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
	or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the				at all times. This enables better control of the power tool
c.	dust or fumes.			f.	in unexpected situations.
	Keep children and bystanders away while operating				Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
	a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.				Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
2.					parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught
	Electrical safety			g.	in moving parts.
a.	Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify				If devices are provided for the connection of dust
	the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with				extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
	earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and				connected and properly used. Use of these devices can
b.	matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.				can reduce dust related hazards.
	Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces			4.	Power tool use and care
	such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
	There is an increased risk of electric shockif your body is			a.	Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
c.	earthed or grounded.				for your application.The correct power tool will do the job
	Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.			b.	better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
	Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric				Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
	shock.				on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
d.				c.	the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
	Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,				Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the
	pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away				battery pack from the power tool before making any
	from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged				adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power
e.	or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.				tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
	When operating a power tool outdoors, use an			d.	starting the power tool accidentally.
	extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord				Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
f.	suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.				do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or
	If operating a power tool in a damp location is		12		these instructions to operate the power tool. Power