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 jewelry . Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts . Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used . Use of dust collection can reduce
dustrelated hazards.
Power tool use and care
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 and/or the battery pack from the power tool
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 tool's operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before use . 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.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc . in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed . Use of the
power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts . This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
SAFETY RULES FOR DRILLS
Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool . Loss of control can cause personal injury.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord . Cutting accessory
contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give
the operator an electric shock.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable
platform . Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to
loss of control.
Do not drill, fasten or break into existing walls or other blind areas where electrical
wiring may exist . If this situation is unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit breakers
feeding this worksite.
Always wear safety goggles or eye protection when using this tool . Use a dust mask or
respirator for applications which generate dust .
Use thick cushioned gloves and limit the exposure time by taking frequent rest periods.
Vibration caused by hammer-drill action may be harmful to your hands and arms.
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