Silverline Ear Defenders Expert Folding SNR 33dB - Manual (Page 3)

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
It is important to read and understand your instruction manual
and any label attached to the tool. Learn its application, as well
as it’s limitations and the potential hazards associated with this
power tool.
Earth all tools
• Where the tool is supplied with a 3 core cable. Always
connect the green and yellow to the earth terminal never
connect it to a live terminal.
Keep guards in position
• Always keep guards in position, in good working order,
correctly adjusted and aligned. Never attempt to use a
power tool without any guard supplied with it.
Remove adjusting keys
• Always check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from power tool before turning on.
Clean work area
• Accidents occur where benches and work areas are
cluttered or dirty, floors must be kept clear, avoid working
where the floor is slippery due to sawdust or wax.
Dangerous environment
• Do not use power tools in damp or wet conditions, or expose
them to rain. Provide adequate surrounding work space and
keep area well lit.
Children
• Children should always be kept at a safe distance from your
work. Make your workshop child-proof. Lock tools away
where children can not get access to them.
Do not use excess force.
• Your power tool will give you much better service if you do
not use excessive force when using it.
Use the correct power tool
• Do not force, or attempt to use a power tool for a purpose it
was not designed for.
Wear correct clothing
• Do not wear loose clothing, neckties or jewellery or other
items which may get caught in moving parts. Wear non-slip
footwear, cover or tie back long hair, roll long sleeves above
the elbow.
Protect your head
• Wear safety goggles at all times, every day glasses are not
sufficient for eye protection, as lenses are not impact
resistant and could shatter. Use face or dust mask if
operation is likely to be dusty and ear protectors during
extended periods of operation.
Secure work
• Always secure work where practical, use a clamp or vice, it
will allow you to use both hands to operate your power tool.
Keep your balance
• Do not over reach, keep proper footing at all times to ensure
correct balance.
Maintain your tool
• Keep your tool in good working order, keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for changing accessories and lubrication.
Accessories
• Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories. The
use of improper accessories could be dangerous.
Never stand on your power tool
• Standing on your power tool or its stand could cause serious
injury if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
contacted. Do not store materials above or near the tool so
that it is necessary to stand on the tool or its stand to reach
them.
Check damaged parts
• If any part of the tool is damaged, before further use,
check carefully that it will operate properly and perform its
intended operation. Check alignment of moving parts for
binding. Any guard or other part that is damaged should be
correctly repaired or replaced.