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SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
Warning!When using electric tools, the following
basic safety precautions should always be taken to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal
injury. Read all these instructions before attempting to
operate the product and save this booklet.
Forsafeoperation:
•Keeptheworkareaclean.Cluttered areas and
benchesinviteinjuries.
•Considertheworkareaenvironment.Do not expose
the power tool to rain and do not use in damp or wet
locations. Keep the work area well lit. Do not use
the power tool where there is a risk to cause fire
orexplosion.
•Guardagainstelectricshock.Avoid body contact,
wherepossible,withearthedor grounded surfaces
(e.g.pipes,radiators, ranges and refrigerators).
•Keepchildrenaway.Do not let visitors touch the
tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept
away from the work area.
•Storeidletools.When not in use, tools should be
stored in a dry, high or locked place, out of reach
ofchildren.
•Donotforcethetool.It will do the job better and
more safely at the rate for which it was intended.
•Usetherighttool.Do not force small tools or
attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Do not use the tool for purposes not intended; for
example, do not use a circular saw to cut tree
limbs or logs.
•Dressproperly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery as they can be caught in moving parts.
Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are
recommendedwhen working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
•Usesafetyglasses.Use a face or dust mask as well,
if the operation is dusty or if the tool is being used in
enclosedspaces.
•Connectingdustextractionequipment.If devices
are provided for the connection of dust extraction
and collection ensure these are connected and
properlyused,especiallyin confined areas.
•Donotabusethecord.Never carry the tool by its
cord or yank it to disconnect it from the socket. Keep
the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
•Securethework.Use clamps or a vice to hold the
work. It is safer than using a hand and it frees both
hands to operate the tool.
•Donotoverreach.Keep proper footing and balance at
alltimes.
•Maintainthetoolwithcare.Keep a cutting tool
sharp and clean for better and safer performance.
Followtheinstructionsfor lubricating and changing
accessories.Inspectthetools cord periodically and,
if damaged, have repaired by an authorised service
facility.Inspect the extension cord periodically and
replace if damaged. Keep the handles dry, clean and
free from oil and grease.
•Disconnectthetoolwhen not in use, before
servicing and when changing accessories such as
blades, bits and cutters.
•Removeadjustingkeysandwrenches.Form the
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool and replaced in
the storage area before switching on.
•Avoidunintentionalstarting.Do not carry a
plugged-in tool with a finger on the switch.
Ensure the switch is off when plugging in.
•Useanoutdoorextensioncord.When a tool is used
outdoors, only use an extension cord intended for
outdoor use and so marked.
•Stayalert.Watch what you are doing, use common
sense and do not operate the tool when tired.
•Checkdamagedparts.Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine whether it will
operateproperlyandperform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorised
service centre unless otherwise indicated in the
productbooklet.Have defective switches replaced
by an authorised service centre. Do not use the tool
if the switch does not turn it on and off.
•Warning!The use of any accessory or attachment,
other than recommended in the product booklet,
may present a risk of personal injury.
•Havethetoolrepairedbyaqualifiedperson.The
electrical tool is in accordance with the relevant
safetyrequirements.Repairsshould only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare parts,
otherwise, this may result in considerable danger to
the user.
Savetheseinstructions!
DOUBLEINSULATION
The tool is double insulated. This means that all
theexternalmetalparts are electrically insulated
Corded drills user manual
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