b. Power tool plugs must match the outlet.

 

h. Only use safety equipment that has been

 

Never modify the plug in any way. Do

 

approved by an appropriate standards agency.

 

not use any adapter plugs with grounded

 

Unapproved safety equipment may not provide

 

power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching

 

adequate protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-

 

outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

 

approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH-

c. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces

 

approved for the specific hazards in the work area.

 

 

 

such as pipes, radiators, ranges and

4.

Power tool use and care

 

refrigerators. There is an increased risk of

 

 

a. Do not force the power tool. Use the

 

electric shock if your body is grounded.

 

d. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

 

correct power tool for your application. The

 

correct power tool will do the job better and

 

conditions. Water entering a power tool

 

 

 

safer at the rate for which it was designed.

 

will increase the risk of electric shock.

 

 

 

b. Do not use the power tool if the switch

e. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord

 

 

does not turn it on and off. Any power

 

for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power

 

 

 

tool that cannot be controlled with the switch

 

tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp

 

 

 

is dangerous and must be repaired.

 

edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled

 

 

 

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/

 

cords increase the risk of electric shock.

 

f.

When operating a power tool outdoors,

 

or the battery pack from the power tool before

 

making any adjustments, changing accessories,

 

use an extension cord suitable for outdoor

 

 

 

or storing power tools. Such preventive safety

 

use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor

 

 

 

measures reduce the risk of starting the power

 

use reduces the risk of electric shock.

 

 

 

tool accidentally.

 

 

 

3. Personal safety

 

d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of

a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

 

children and do not allow persons unfamiliar

 

with the power tool or these instructions

 

common sense when operating a power tool. Do

 

 

 

to operate the power tool. Power tools are

 

not use a power tool while you are tired or under

 

 

 

dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

 

the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

 

 

 

e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment

 

A moment of inattention while operating power

 

 

tools may result in serious personal injury.

 

or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts

b. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye

 

and any other condition that may affect the

 

power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the

 

protection. Safety equipment such as

 

 

 

power tool repaired before use. Many accidents

 

dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,

 

 

 

are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

 

or hearing protection used for appropriate

 

 

 

f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

 

conditions will reduce personal injuries.

 

c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

 

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges

 

are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

 

switch is in the off-position before connecting

 

 

 

 

 

to power source and/or battery pack, picking

 

g. Use the power tool, accessories and blades

 

up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools

 

etc. in accordance with these instructions,

 

with your finger on the switch or energizing power

 

taking into account the working conditions

 

tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

 

and the work to be performed. Use of the

d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench

 

power tool for operations different from those

 

intended could result in a hazardous situation.

 

before turning the power tool on. A wrench

 

 

 

 

 

or a key left attached to a rotating part of the

5.

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power tool may result in personal injury.

 

 

 

e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and

a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified

repair person using only identical replacement

balance at all times.

This enables better control

parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power

of the power tool in unexpected situations.

tool is maintained.

 

f.Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

g.If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

SKU 68298

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