PRODUCT SAFETY
WARNING: Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other
construction activities contains chemicals known
to the state of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
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Lead from lead-based paints;
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Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products;
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Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemical: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
WARNING: This product can expose you to
chemicals including lead and Di
(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) which are known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For
more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.
gov.
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GENERAL OUTDOOR
POWER EQUIPMENT
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this outdoor power
equipment. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term "outdoor power equipment" in the
warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded)
outdoor power equipment or battery-operated
(cordless) outdoor power equipment.
1. Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate outdoor power equipments
in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Outdoor power equipments create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a outdoor power equipment.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a) Outdoor power equipment plugs must match
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the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) outdoor power equipments.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
c) Do not operate the machine in rain or wet
conditions. Water entering the machine may
increase the risk of electric shock or malfunction
that could result in personal injury. Once got wet
in the rain during operation, the machine and
the battery should be dried before storing or
charging. Remove the battery and reinsert it if the
machine fails to turn on. Keep battery connection
free of dirt and debris, and clean with a soft and
dry brush or cloth.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the outdoor
power equipment. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
e) When operating a outdoor power equipment
outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor
use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a outdoor power equipment in a
damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of
an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a outdoor
power equipment. Do not use a outdoor
power equipment while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating outdoor
power equipments may result in serious personal
injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying outdoor power
equipments with your finger on the switch or
energising outdoor power equipments that have
the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the outdoor power equipment on. A
wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part
of the outdoor power equipment may result in
personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the outdoor power equipment in unexpected