Silverline 4.8V Cordless Stapler/Tacker - Manual (Page 6)

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4.8V Cordless Stapler/Tacker 240361
Personal Safety
a) 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
b) 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
c) 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 energising power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents
d) 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
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts
g) 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 & Care
a) 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
b) 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
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery
pack from the power tool before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may
affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation
Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using
only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of
the power tool is maintained
Battery & Battery Charger
Use the battery charger correctly
• Refer to the section of this manual relating to use of the battery charger
before attempting to charge the battery
• Do not attempt to use the charger with any batteries other than those
supplied. Keep the battery charger clean; foreign objects or dirt may
cause a short or block air vents. Failure to follow these instructions may
cause overheating or fire
Use batteries correctly
• Only charge batteries using the charger provided. Only use batteries
provided with this power tool, or others recommended by the supplier.
Keep batteries clean; foreign objects or dirt may cause a short. Allow
batteries to cool for 15 minutes after charging or heavy use. Failure to
follow these instructions may cause overheating or fire
• When not in use, batteries should be stored in a dry place, near to room
temperature (20˚C). Ensure that batteries cannot accidentally short in
storage
Stapler/Nailer Safety
• Always keep your hands clear of the workpiece when using the nailer
stapler. Staples may cause serious injury if fired accidentally
• Always disconnect the nailer stapler from the power supply before
reloading staples or nails
• Never point this tool at persons or animals. Staples or nails fired, even
from a distance, can cause significant injuries
• Always position the nailer stapler at 90˚ to the work surface. Firing at
the wrong angle may cause staples or nails to ricochet back towards
the operator
• Do not attempt to fire staples into inappropriate materials. This nailer
stapler should only be used for wood, plasterboard, cork, or other soft
materials
• Ensure that the workpiece is adequately sturdy to stop the staple. In
some situations it may be possible for a staple or nail to pass through
a workpiece
• Do not attempt to fire staples or nails over existing fixings
• Do not fire staples or nails close to the edge of a workpiece, small pieces
may split off and could cause injury
• Do not use this tool to fasten electrical wiring. Contact with electric
current can lead to fire and/or electric shock
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