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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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battery pack.
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fire.
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Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
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Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed
metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the
operator.
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safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the tool accidentally.
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produce sharp metal strips or edges that if
contacted can lacerate skin easily.
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to high intensity noise can cause hearing
loss.
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action may be harmful to your hands and
arms.
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entangled with clothing and injury may result.
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guard helps keep the sharp metal strips or
pieces away from contacting your hand.
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