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outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If it is unavoidable to work with a power tool in a
damp place, use it with a power supply protected by a
residual current device (RCD). Using an earth leakage
circuit breaker reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, pay attention to what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool when you are overtired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment's inattention while operating a power tool can
cause serious injury.
b) Wear personal protective equipment. Always wear
safety goggles. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-slip safety shoes, safety helmet or hearing
protectors used under appropriate conditions will
reduce injury.
c) Prevent unintentional start-up. Make sure the switch
is in the off position before connecting to a power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
powering power tools that have the switch on is
conducive to accidents.
d) Remove the setting key or spanner before switching
the power tool on. A spanner left on a rotating part of a
tool can cause injury.
e) Do not overdo it. Maintain proper posture and
balance at all times. This allows better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose clothing nor
jewellery. Keep hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair can
be caught by moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection, ensure that these are
connected and working properly.
4) Use and care of power tools used. The use of a dust
collector can reduce dust hazards.
a) Do not use a power tool by force. Use a right power
tool for your task. The right power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use a power tool if the switch does not switch
it on nor off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
by the switch is hazardous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
battery pack from the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories or storing the
power tool. Such precautionary safety measures
reduce the risk of accidentally starting the power tool.
attention, too. Liquid escaping from a battery pack may
cause irritation or burns.
6) Service
a) Have the power tool serviced by a qualified service
technician using only identical spare parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
8.12.1.102 Additional safety instructions for all
operations
Kickback and associated warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a jammed or snagged
rotating disc, backing plate, brush or other equipment.
The jamming or snagging causes the rotating
attachment to stop quickly, which in turn causes an
uncontrolled tool to be pushed in the direction opposite
to the rotation of the attachment at the point of
jamming. For example, if an abrasive wheel is caught or
pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel
entering the point of jamming may penetrate the
surface of the material, causing the wheel to slide out
or away. The wheel may jump towards or away from
the operator, depending on the direction of wheel
movement at the jamming point. Abrasive discs can
also break under these conditions. Kickback is the
result of improper use of a tool and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided
by taking appropriate precautions below.
a) Hold the tool firmly and position your body and arm
to resist the forces of a kickback. Always use an
auxiliary handle, if available, to gain maximum control
of a kickback or torque response during start-up. The
operator can control the torque reaction or kickback
forces if appropriate precautions are taken.
b) Never bring your hand close to a rotating accessory.
The accessory may a kickback of your hand.
c) Do not position your body in an area where a tool will
move if a kickback occurs. A kickback will cause the tool
to be rejected in the direction opposite to the
movement of the disc at the jamming point.
d) Take extra care when working in corners, sharp
edges, etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory.
Corners, sharp or bouncing edges tend to catch a
rotating accessory and cause loss of control or
kickback.
e) Do not attach a chainsaw for wood carving or a
toothed saw. Such blades cause frequent kickback and
loss of control.
