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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their
operation and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably
lessen the risk of personal injury. However, if normal safety
precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the
operator or damage to property, may result.
1.
ALWAYS
Learn the machines’ applications, limitations and the specific
potential hazards peculiar to it. Read and become familiar with the entire
operating manual.
2.
ALWAYS
use a face or dust mask if operation is particularly
dusty.
3.
ALWAYS
check for damage. Before using the machine, any
damaged part, should be checked to ensure that it will
operate properly, and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mountings, and any other condition that may affect the
machines’ operation. Any damage should be properly repaired or the part
replaced. If in doubt,
DO NOT
use the machine. Consult your local dealer.
4.
ALWAYS
disconnect the tool/machine from the power supply before
servicing and when changing accessories.
5.
ALWAYS
wear safety goggles, manufactured to the latest European Safety
Standards. Everyday eyeglasses do not have
impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
6.
ALWAYS
keep work area clean. Cluttered areas
and benches invite accidents.
7.
ALWAYS
ensure that adequate lighting is available.
A minimum intensity of 300 lux should be provided.
Ensure that lighting is positioned that you will not be
working in your own shadow.
8.
ALWAYS
keep children away. All visitors should be kept a
safe distance from the work area, especially whilst
operating the machine.
9.
ALWAYS
maintain machine in top condition. Keep tools/
machines clean for the best and safest performance.
Follow maintenance instructions.
10.
ALWAYS
handle with extreme care do not carry the tool/machine
by its’ electric cable, or yank the cable to disconnect it from the
power supply .
11.
ALWAYS
ensure the switch is off before plugging
in to mains. Avoid accidental starting.
12.
ALWAYS
concentrate on the job in hand, no
matter how trivial it may seem. Be aware that
accidents are caused by carelessness due to
familiarity.
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