III - General power tool
safety warnings
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Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to
your mains-operated (corded) power tool or bat-
tery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Clut-
tered or dark areas invite accidents.
Power
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of elec-
tric shock.
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There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the
risk of electric shock.
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Use of a cord suitable for outdoor
use reduces the risk of electric shock.
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Use
of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
A moment
of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
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Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have
the switch on invites accidents.
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A wrench
or a key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
This enables bet-
ter control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
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Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
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Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
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The
correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Any power tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
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