•Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste close by the bit.
•Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be left around the work area.
•Support the work properly.
•If you are interrupted when operating the drill, complete the process and switch off before looking up.
•Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are properly tightened.
•When using the drill, use safety equipment including safety glasses or shield, ear defenders, and protective clothing including safety gloves. Wear a dust mask if the drilling operation creates dust.
If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse.
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.
Children and frail people must not use this tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area. The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety.
Additional safety instructions for the charger
•Before using the charger, read all the instructions and cautionary markings on the charger and battery pack as well as the instructions on using the battery pack.
•Only charge your batteries indoors as the charger is designed for indoor use only.
•DANGER. If the battery pack is cracked or damaged in any other way, do not insert it in the charger. There is a danger of electric shock or electrocution.
•WARNING. Do not allow any liquid to come into contact with the charger. There is a danger of electric shock.
•To allow the battery pack to cool down after charging, do not place it in a hot environment such as a metal shed or open trailer left in the sun.
•Recharge only with the charger specified 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.
•The charger and battery packs supplied with it are specifically designed to work together. Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger than the one supplied.
•Do not place any object on top of the charger as it could cause overheating. Do not place the charger near any heat source.
•Do not pull on the lead of the charger to disconnect it from the power source.
•Make sure that the charger cable is positioned where it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
•Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary. The use of an improper extension cord could cause the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
•Do not use the charger if it has been subjected to a heavy knock, dropped or otherwise damaged in any way. Take the charger to an authorised service centre for a check or repair.
•Do not disassemble the charger. Take it to an authorised service centre when service or repair is required. Incorrect
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