Global Machinery Company VEC117 User Manual

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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 safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid

safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for

appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

3. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the

off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools

with your finger on the switch or plugging in power

tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the tool on. A wrench or a key that is 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 jewellery.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving

parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be

caught in moving parts.

7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities ensure that

these are connected and properly used. Use of these

devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

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 switch does not

turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch 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.

5. 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.

6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are

less likely to bind and are easier to control.

7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,

in accordance with these instructions and in the

manner intended for the particular type of power

tool, taking into account the working conditions

and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool

for operations different from intended could result in a

hazardous situation.

Service

1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

personnel using only identical replacement parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is

maintained.

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