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Safety instructions
When using power tools, always observe the 
safety regulations applicable in your country 
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and 
personal injury.
Read all of this manual carefully before operating 
the tool.
Save this manual for future reference.
General
 1 Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
 2 Consider work area environment
Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the tool 
in damp or wet conditions. Keep the work area 
well lit (250 - 300 Lux). Do not use the tool where 
there is a risk of causing fire or explosion, e.g. in 
the presence of flammable liquids and gases.
 3 Keep children away
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to come 
near the work area or to touch the tool or the 
mains cable.
 4 Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as these 
can be caught in moving parts. Wear protective 
hair covering to keep long hair out of the way. 
When working outdoors, preferably wear suitable 
gloves and non-slip footwear.
 5 Personal protection
Always use safety glasses. Use a face or dust 
mask whenever the operations may produce 
dust or flying particles. If these particles might 
be considerably hot, also wear a heat-resistant 
apron. Wear ear protection at all times.
 6 Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed surfaces 
(e.g. pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators). 
When using the tool under extreme conditions 
(e.g. high humidity, when metal swarf is being 
produced, etc.), electric safety can be improved 
by inserting an isolating transformer or a (FI) 
earth-leakage circuit-breaker.
 7 Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
 8 Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. 
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
 9 Secure workpiece
Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is 
safer and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
10 Connect dust extraction equipment
If devices are provided for the connection of dust 
extraction and collection facilities, ensure that 
these are connected and properly used.
11 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches 
are removed from the tool before operating 
the tool.
12 Extension cables
Before use, inspect the extension cable and 
replace if damaged. When using the tool 
outdoors, only use extension cables intended for 
outdoor use and marked accordingly.
13 Use appropriate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction 
manual. Do not force small tools or attachments 
to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will 
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it 
was intended. Do not force the tool.
Warning! The use of any accessory or 
attachment or performance of any operation 
with this tool other than those recommended 
in this instruction manual may present a risk of 
personalinjury.
14 Check for damaged parts
Before use, carefully check the tool and mains 
cable for damage. Check for misalignment and 
seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts, 
damage to guards and switches and any other 
conditions that may affect its operation. Ensure 
that the tool will operate properly and perform 
its intended function. Do not use the tool if any 
part is damaged or defective. Do not use the tool 
if the switch does not turn it on and off. Have 
any damaged or defective parts replaced by an 
authorised DEWALT repair agent. Never attempt 
any repairs yourself.
15 Unplug tool
Switch off and wait for the tool to come to a 
complete standstill before leaving it unattended. 
Unplug the tool when not in use, before 
changing any parts of the tools, accessories or 
attachments and before servicing.