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c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering 
apower tool will increase therisk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse thecord. Never use thecord for carrying, pulling or 
unplugging thepower tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp 
edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase therisk of 
electric shock.
e) When operating apower tool outdoors, use anextension cord 
suitable for outdoor use. Use of acord suitable for outdoor use reduces 
therisk of electric shock.
f) If operating apower tool in adamp location is unavoidable, use 
aresidual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of anRCD 
reduces therisk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when 
operating apower tool. Do not use apower tool while you are tired 
or under theinfluence of drugs, alcohol or medication. Amoment of 
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. 
Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or 
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure theswitch is in theoff-position 
before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up 
or carrying thetool. Carrying power tools with your finger on theswitch 
or energising power tools that have theswitch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning thepower tool on. 
Awrench or akey left attached to arotating part of thepower tool may 
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 
This enables better control of thepower tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your 
hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, 
jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for theconnection of dust extraction and 
collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. 
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.