2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

 

Contents

 

 

General safety rules

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a) Power tool plugs must match the

 

outlet. Never modify the plug in any

Planer Safety rules

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way. Do not use any adapter plugs

Technical data

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with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Symbols

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Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will

Functional description

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reduce risk of electric shock.

Use for intended purpose

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b) Avoid body contact with earthed

Electrical connection and operation

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or grounded surfaces, such as pipes,

Extension cable

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radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

Electronic control

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There is an increased risk of electric shock if

Machine settings

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your body is earthed or grounded.

Chip thickness adjustment

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c) Do not expose power tools to rain or

Planer heads and spiral cutters

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wet conditions. Water entering a power tool

Fitting the guides

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will increase the risk of electric shock.

 

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the

Dust extraction and chip ejection

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Working with the machine

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cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging

 

the power tool. Keep cord away from

Rebating

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heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.

Chamfering

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Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk

Bench-mounted operation

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of electric shock.

Rustic planer heads (accessories)

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e) When operating a power tool outdoors,

Systainer

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use an extension cord suitable for

Maintenance and service

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outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for

Accessories, tools

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outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

Warranty

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f) If operating a power tool in a damp

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

location is unavoidable, use a residual

 

 

 

 

current device (RCD) protected supply.

General safety rules

 

 

 

 

 

Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

 

Read all safety warnings

 

and all instructions. Failure to follow the

3 PERSONAL SAFETY

warnings and instructions may result in

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing

electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

 

 

 

 

and use common sense when operating a

Save all warnings and instructions for

power tool. Do not use a power tool while

future reference.

 

 

you are tired or under the influence of

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers

drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of

to your mains-operated (corded) power tool

inattention while operating power tools may

or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

result in serious personal injury.

1 WORK AREA SAFETY

 

 

b) Use personal protective equipment.

 

 

Always wear eye protection. Protective

a) Keep work area clean and well lit.

equipment such as dust mask, non skid safety

Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.

shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

for appropriate conditions will reduce personal

atmospheres, such as in the presence of

injuries.

flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power

c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure

tools create sparks which may ignite the dust

the switch is in the off-position before

or fumes.

 

 

connecting to power source and/or

c) Keep children and bystanders away

battery pack, picking up or carrying the

while operating a power tool. Distractions

tool. Carrying power tools with your finger

can cause you to lose control.

 

 

on the switch or energising power tools that

 

 

 

 

have the switch on invites accidents.

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