Electrical safety, Personal safety, Power tool use and care – Chicago Electric 67119 User Manual

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Electrical safety

1.

Power tool plugs must match the outlet.

Never modify the plug in any way.

Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded

power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching

outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

2.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces

such as pipes, radiators, ranges and

refrigerators. There is an increased risk of

electric shock if your body is grounded.

3.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

conditions. Water entering a power tool

will increase the risk of electric shock.

4.

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.

5.

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.

6.

If operating a power tool in a damp location

is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault circuit

Interrupter (GFcI) protected supply.

Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

1.

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.

2.

Use personal protective equipment.

Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment

such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,

hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate

conditions will reduce personal injuries.

3.

Prevent unintentional starting.

Ensure the Trigger is in the off-position before

connecting to power source, picking up or

carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your finger on

the Trigger or energizing power tools that

have the Trigger on invites accidents.

4.

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.

5.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times. This enables better control

of the power tool in unexpected situations.

6.

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.

7.

If devices are provided for the connection of

dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure

these are connected and properly used. Use of

these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

8.

Only use safety equipment that has been

approved by an appropriate standards agency.

Unapproved safety equipment may not provide

adequate protection. Eye protection must be

ANSI-approved and breathing protection

must be NIOSH-approved for the

specific hazards in the work area.

Power tool use and care

1.

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.

2.

Do not use the power tool if the Trigger

does not turn it on and off.

Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the

Trigger is dangerous and must be repaired.

3.

Disconnect the plug from the power source

before making any adjustments, changing

accessories, or storing power tools.

Such preventive safety measures reduce the

risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

4.

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.

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