General power tool safety warnings – RotoZip RZ2000 User Manual

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Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered

or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of

flammable liquids, 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. Unmodified 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 increased 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, pulling or unplugging the power

tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp

edges or moving 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 the power tool in damp locations

is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of

an GFCI reduce the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and

use common sense when operating a

power tool. Do not use a power tool while

you are tired or under the influence of drugs,

alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention

while operating power tools may result in

serious personal injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always

wear eye protection. Protective equipment

such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard

hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate

conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the

switch is in the off-position before

connecting to power source and / or battery

pack, picking up or carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your finger on the

switch or energizing power tools that have the

switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before

turning the power tool on. A wrench or a

key left attached to a rotating part of the

power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times. This enables better

control of the power tool in unexpected

situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing

or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and

gloves away from moving parts. Loose

clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in

moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection

of dust extraction and collection facilities,

ensure these are connected and properly

used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-

related hazards.

Power tool use and care

Do not force the power tool. Use the

correct power tool for your application. The

correct power tool will do the job better and

safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does

not turn it on and off. Any power tool that

cannot be controlled with the switch is

dangerous and must be repaired.

Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings

and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or

battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

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WARNING

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

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