Global Machinery Company SG18V - Manual (Page 6)

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• Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be left
around the work area.
• Support the work properly.
• If you are interrupted when operating the drill, complete
the process and switch off before looking up.
• Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are
properly tightened.
• When using the drill, use safety equipment including
safety glasses or shield, ear defenders, and protective
clothing including safety gloves. Wear a dust mask if the
drilling operation creates dust.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose.
Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will
be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual.
All persons who use and service the machine have to be
acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about
its potential hazards. Children and frail people must not
use this tool. Children should be supervised at all times if
they are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is
also imperative that you observe the accident prevention
regulations in force in your area. The same applies for
general rules of occupational health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made
to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not
possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction
and design:
• Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask
is not worn.
• Damage to hearing if effective ear defenders
are not worn.
Additional safety rules
for the charging system
• Before using the charging system, read all the
instructions and cautionary markings on the adaptor
charger, charging stand and battery pack as well as the
instructions on using the battery pack.
• Only charge your batteries indoors as the charging
system is designed for indoor use only.
• DANGER. If the battery pack is cracked or damaged in
any other way, do not insert it in the charging slide. There
is a danger of electric shock or electrocution.
• WARNING. Do not allow any liquid to come into
contact with the charging system. There is a danger of
electric shock.
• Allow the battery pack to cool down after charging. Do
not place it in a hot environment such as a metal shed or
open trailer left in the sun.
• The charging system is not intended for any use other
than charging the exact type of rechargeable battery pack
as supplied with the charging system. Any other use may
result in the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• The charging system and battery packs supplied with it
are specifically designed to work together. Do not attempt
to charge the battery pack with any other charging
system than the one supplied.
• Do not place any object on top of the charging slide as
it could cause overheating. Do not place the charging
system near any heat source.
• Pull on the plug to disconnect it from the power source.
• Make sure that the charging system cable is positioned
where it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise
subjected to damage or stress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. The use of an improper extension cord could
cause the risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.