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▪ Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, kitchen ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of an electric shock if your body is earthed.
▪ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. If water gets inside a power tool, it will
increase the risk of an electric shock.
▪ Do not damage the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of an electric shock. If a retractable cord is used, the cord should be fully reeled
out to avoid heating up.
▪ If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a power supply protected by a
residual current device (RCD). Using an RCD reduces the risk of an electric shock.
5.3 Personal safety
▪ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a power tool when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention when operating a power tool may result in serious personal injury.
▪ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Using safety equipment such as a dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat, or hearing protection whenever it is needed will reduce the risk
of personal injury.
▪ Avoid accidental starts. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting the plug. Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools when the switch is in the on
position makes accidents more likely.
▪ Remove any adjusting keys or spanners before turning on the power tool. A spanner or key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
▪ Do not reach out too far. Keep your feet firmly on the ground at all times. This will enable you
retain control over the power tool in unexpected situations.
▪ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from the power tool. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can become entangled in the moving
parts.
▪ If there are devices for connecting dust extraction and collection facilities, please ensure that they
are attached and used correctly. Using such devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
5.4 Power tool use and care
▪ Do not expect the power tool to do more than it can. Use the correct power tool for what you want
to do. A power tool will achieve better results and be safer if used in the context for which it was
designed.
▪ Do not use the power tool if the switch cannot turn it on and off. A power tool with a broken switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
▪ Disconnect the plug from the power source before making adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
▪ Store power tools, when not in use, out of the reach of children and do not allow people who are
not familiar with the power tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are potentially
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
▪ Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or jammed moving parts, breakages or any other
feature that might affect the operation of the power tool. If it is damaged, the power tool must be
repaired. Many accidents are caused by using poorly maintained power tools.
▪ Use the power tool, accessories and cutting tools, etc., in accordance with these instructions and
in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work which needs to be done. Using a power tool in ways for which it was not
intended can lead to potentially hazardous situations.
5.5 Service
▪ Your power tool should be serviced by a qualified specialist using only standard spare parts. This
will ensure that it meets the required safety standards.
