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Do notoperate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammableliquids, gases or dust.Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away whileoperating a power tool.Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
d)Keep bystanders a safedistance away from work area. Anyoneentering the work area must wear
personal protectiveequipment.
2) Electrical safety
Power tool plugsmust matchtheoutlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugswithearthed(grounded) power tools.Unmodified plugs andmatching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
Avoidbodycontact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if yourbody is earthed or grounded.
Do notexpose powertools to rain or wet conditions.Waterentering a power tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
Do notabuse the cord. Never usethecord for carrying, pulling or unpluggingthepowertool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cordsincrease the risk of electric shock.
Whenoperating a powertooloutdoors, use an extensioncordsuitable for outdoor use.Use of a
cord suitable foroutdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a powertool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protectedsupply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use commonsensewhenoperating a power tool. Do not
use a powertool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.Amoment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in seriouspersonal injury.
Wearpersonal protective equipment. Depending on application, use face shield, safety goggles or
safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protections,gloves and workshop apron
capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments.