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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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suitable for one type of battery pack may
create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack.
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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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45001:C5>5:3Cutting 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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against your body is 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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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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safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
tool accidentally.
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jammed in the work, the reaction torque of the
tool could crush your hand or leg.
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