General safety instrucions
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 infirm 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.
WARNING. When using power tools, basic
safety precautions should always be taken
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Also, please read and heed the
advice given in the additional important safety
instructions.
l. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered
work areas and benches invite accidents and
injury.
2. Consider the environment in which you
are working. Do not use power tools in damp
or wet locations. Keep the work area well
lit. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not
use power tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All
visitors and onlookers, especially children and
infirm persons, should be kept well away from
where you are working. Do not let others in the
vicinity make contact with the tool or extension
cord.
4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools
should be locked up out of reach.
5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job
better and safer working at the rote for which it
was designed.
6. Use the corred tool for the job. Do not force
small tools or attachments to do the job best
handled by a heavier duty tool. Never use a tool
for a purpose for which it was not intended.
7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery. They can be caught in moving
parts. Rubber gloves and non-slip footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. If you
have long hair, wear a protective hair covering.
8. Use safety accessories. Safety glasses and
earmuffs should always be worn. A face or dust
mask is also required if the drilling operation
creates dust
9. Connect dust extraction equipment. If
devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure that
these are connected and properly used.
10. Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull
the cord to disconnect the tool from the power
point. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
11. Secure the work piece. Use clamps or a
vice to hold the work piece. It is safer than using
your hand and frees both hands to operate the
tool
12. Do not overreach. Keep your footing
secure and balanced at all times.
13. Look after your tools. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance.
Follow the instructions regarding lubrication
and accessory changes. Inspect tool cords
periodically and, if damaged, have them
repaired by an authorised service facility.
Inspect extension cords periodically and
replace them if damaged. Keep tool handles
dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
14. Disconnect idle tools. Switch off the power
and disconneet the plug from the power point
before servicing, when changing accessories
and when the tool is not in use.
15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from the tool before switching on.
16. Avoid unintentional starting. Always
check that the switch is in tool with your finger
on the switch.
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