
3ENGLISH
EC Declaration of Conformity
For European countries only
The EC declaration of conformity is included as Annex A 
to this instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS
General power tool safety warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specications provided 
with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions 
listed below may result in electric shock, re and/or 
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-oper-
ated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or 
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of ammable 
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks 
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. 
Keep children and bystanders away while operating 
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
1. 
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify 
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with 
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and 
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded 
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase 
the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for 
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. 
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges 
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords 
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. 
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an 
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord 
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
6. 
If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoid-
able, use a residual current device (RCD) protected 
supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
7. 
Use of power supply via an RCD with a rated residual 
current of 30 mA or less is always recommended.
8. 
Power tools can produce electromagnetic elds 
(EMF) that are not harmful to the user. However, 
users of pacemakers and other similar medical 
devices should contact the maker of their device and/
or doctor for advice before operating this power tool.
9. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
10. 
If the cord is damaged, have it replaced by the manu-
facturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.
Personal safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use 
common sense when operating a power tool. 
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or 
under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or med-
ication. A moment of inattention while operating 
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always 
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such 
as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or 
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions 
will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the 
switch is in the o-position before connecting 
to power source and/or battery pack, picking 
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with 
your nger on the switch or energising power tools 
that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. 
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning 
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a 
rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and 
balance at all times. This enables better control 
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or 
jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away 
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or 
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of 
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure 
these are connected and properly used. Use of 
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
8. 
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use 
of tools allow you to become complacent and 
ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can 
cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
9. Always wear protective goggles to protect 
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in 
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336 
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New 
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face 
shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce 
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.