General safety rules – Porter-Cable 8823 User Manual
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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 jewelry. Keep your 
hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, 
jewelry 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 these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
4) Power tool use and 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 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 tools 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 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 those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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5) Battery tool use and care
a)
Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A 
charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of 
fire when used with another battery pack.
b) Use battery tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c)
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal 
objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small 
metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to 
another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a 
fire.