Symbols in the manual
Warning symbols with in-
formation on damage and
injury prevention.
Instruction symbols (the instruction is
explained at the place of the excla-
mation mark) with information on
preventing damage.
Help symbols with information on
improving tool handling.
General Safety Directions for
Power Tools
WARNING! Read all safety
directions and instructions.
Omissions in the compliance with
safety directions and instructions
can cause electrical shock, fire
and/or severe injuries.
Retain all safety directions and in-
structions for future use.
The term „power tool" in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well
•
lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite ac-
cidents.
Do not operate power tools in
•
explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable
Iiquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders
•
away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
Electrical safety
Power tool plugs must match
•
the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodi-
fied plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock
Avoid body contact with
•
earthed or grounded surfaces,
such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators. There is an in-
creased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to
•
rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never
•
use the cord for carrying, pull-
ing or unplugging the power
tool. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or mov-
ing parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
When operating a power tool
•
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces
the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a
•
damp location is unavoidable,
use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an
RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If the supply cord of this power
tool is damaged, it must be re-
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