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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the following instructions carefully, failure to do so could lead to serious
personal injury.
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to re-
duce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read all these instructions before operating the tool and save this user manual for fu-
ture reference.
SIP recommends that this tool should not be modified or used for any application oth-
er than that for which it was designed. If you are unsure of its relative applications do
not hesitate to contact us and we will be more than happy to advise you.
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL: Read and understand the owner's manual and labels af-
fixed to the tool. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the potential hazards
specific to this tool.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT: Cluttered work benches and dark areas invite
accidents. Floors must not be slippery due to oil, water or sawdust etc.
DO NOT USE THE TOOL IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS: Do not use power tools in
damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Provide adequate space surrounding
the work area. Do not use in environments with a potentially explosive atmosphere.
KEEP CHILDREN AND UNTRAINED PERSONNEL AWAY FROM THE WORK AREA: All visitors
should be kept at a safe distance from the work area.
STORE TOOLS SAFELY WHEN THEY ARE NOT IN USE: All tools should be stored in a dry,
locked cupboard wherever possible and out of the reach of children.
WEAR THE CORRECT CLOTHING: Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, rings, bracelets,
or other jewellery, which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recom-
mended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Roll long sleeves up
above the elbow.
USE SAFETY GOGGLES AND EAR PROTECTION: Wear CE approved safety goggles at all
times, Normal spectacles only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glass-
es. A face or dust mask should be worn if the operation is dusty and ear protectors
(plugs or muffs) should be worn, particularly during extended periods of operation.
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK: When working with power tools, avoid
contact with any earthed items (e.g. pipes, radiators, hobs and refrigerators, etc.). It is
advisable wherever possible to use an RCD (residual current device) at the mains
socket.
STAY ALERT: Always watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not oper-
ate a power tool when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY: When not in use, before servicing
and when changing accessories such as cutters, blades etc.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING: Make sure the switch is in the OFF position before
connecting the tool to the mains supply.
NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING / CONNECTED WHILST UNATTENDED: Turn off the tool
and disconnect it from the mains supply between jobs. Do not leave machine until it
