• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.
• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in. Carrying power tools
with your fingers on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure there are
connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards.
• Only allow trained personnel to use the power tool. Apprentices may only operate the power tool when
they are over 16, when this is necessary for their training and when they are supervised by a trained
operative.
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired by a
qualified expert. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to hola the workpiece. This is safer than holding it with your
hand, and also it frees both hands to operate the equipment.
• Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
PERSONAL SAFETY
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
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