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c) Do not expose thepower tool to rain or other wet conditions. Waterentering apower
tool will increase therisk of electricshock.
d) Do not abuse themainslead. Neveruse thelead to carry thetool or pull theplug
from awall socket. Keepthelead away from heat, oil, sharp edges and movingparts.
Damaged or tangled leads increase therisk of electricshock.
e) When using power tools outdoors, use anextension lead that is suitable for
outdooruse. Theuse of anextension lead designed for outdoor use decreases therisk of
electric shocks.
f) If theuse of thepower tool in awet environment is unavoidable, use aresidual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Useof anRCD significantly reduces therisk of
electricshock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
apowertool. Neveruse power tools if you are tired or under theinfluence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. Onemoment of inattention while using apower tool may result in
serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Usingprotective
clothing such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, helmets and ear defenders reduces
therisk of injury.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Makesure that thepower switch is set to OFF before
plugging thepower tool into awall socket, fitting thebattery or picking up/carrying
thepowertool. Carrying apower tool with your finger on thepower switch/trigger or
connecting thepower tool to awall socketwhen thepower switch is set to ON is inviting
anaccident.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before switching thepower toolon. Aservice
tool left on arotating part of thepower tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keepproper footing and balance at alltimes. This enables better
control of thepower tool in unexpected situations.
f) Wear suitable clothing. Donot wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery. Keephair,
clothes and gloves away from movingparts. Loose-fitting clothes, jewellery or long hair
could become caught in movingparts.
g) If devices are provided for theconnection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure that these are connected and used properly. Useof dust collection equipment
can reduce dust related hazards.
