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f) If for some reason you must use apower tool in awet environment,
always connect it to themains via anearth-fault circuit breaker such
as anRCD (residual current device). Using anRCD significantly reduces
thechances of you receiving anelectric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Pay attention to your actions and use common sense when using power
tools. Never use power tools if you are tired or under theinfluence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. One moment of inattention while using apower tool may
result in serious injury.
b) Use protective equipment. Always wear safety glasses. Using protective
clothing such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, helmets and ear defenders
when needed decreases therisk of injury.
c) Avoid accidental starts. Make sure that thepower switch is set to OFF before
plugging thetool into awall socket. Never carry apower tool with your finger on
thetrigger and never connect thepower tool to awall socket when theswitch is
set to ON, since it may result in injury.
d) Remove all service tools/keys before switching on thepower tool.
Aservice tool left on amoving part of thepower tool may result in injury.
e) Do not overreach. Make sure you stand steady and well balanced at all times.
This enables you to have more control in case of unexpected events.
f) Wear suitable attire. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery. Keep hair,
clothes and gloves away from moving parts. Loose-fitting clothes, jewellery or
long hair could become caught in moving parts.
g) If equipment for dust extraction or collection is available, make sure that it is
connected and used properly. Using technical aids may decrease dust related
hazards.
4) Use and maintenance of power tools
a) Do not force thepower tool. Use apower tool suitable for thework you are
about to perform. Theproper power tool will perform thetask better and safer if
used at thecorrect feed rate.
b) Never use thepower tool if thepower switch does not switch thetool on and
off properly. All power tools that cannot be controlled by thepower switch are
dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Unplug thelead from thewall socket before making any adjustments,
changing accessories or storing thepower tool. These precautions reduce
therisk of thepower tool starting unexpectedly.
d) Store any power tools that are not being used out of children’s reach. Do not
allow people who are unfamiliar with thetool or its functions to operate thetool.
Power tools can be dangerous if they fall into thehands of inexperienced users.
e) Maintaining power tools. Check for any incorrect settings, parts that catch,
broken parts or anything else which may cause thepower tool to malfunction.
If something is damaged it must be repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power tools.