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preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
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Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
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Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
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maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
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power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
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battery packs may create a risk of injury and
fire.
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Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
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battery may cause irritation or burns.
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safety of the power tool is maintained.
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?::7 Loss of control can cause personal injury.
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34//09B4=492Cutting accessory contacting a
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of
the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
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>?,-70;7,?1:=8Holding the work by hand or
against your body leaves it unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
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unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit
breakers feeding this worksite.
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the bit jams two hands will give you
maximum control over torque reaction or
kickback.
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Unstable support can cause the drill bit to
bind causing loss of control and injury.
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Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
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:= ;:>?> Should the bit become bound or
jammed in the work, the reaction torque of
the tool could crush your hand or leg.
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