DeWalt DC901-XE, Instruction Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS

When using power tools, always observe the safety regulations applicable in your 

country to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read the following 

safety instructions before attempting to operate this product. Keep these instructions in 

a safe place.

WARNING: 

To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions 

Failure to follow 

the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious 

injury.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power 

tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1) WORK AREA SAFETY

a) Keep work area clean and well lit. 

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

b)  Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the 

presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. 

Power tools create sparks 

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

c)   Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. 

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY

a)  Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any 

way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. 

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b)  Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, 

radiators, ranges and refrigerators. 

There is an increased risk of electric 

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

c)   Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. 

Water entering a power 

tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

d)  Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or 

unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges 

or moving parts.

Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric 

shock. 

e)  When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable 

for outdoor use. 

Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of 

electric shock. 

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

a)  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.

b)  Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. 

Protective equipment 

such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection 

used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

Definitions: Safety Guidelines 

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each 

signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these 

symbols.

DANGER:

 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation 

which, if not avoided, 

will

 result in 

death or serious injury

.

WARNING:

 Indicates a potentially hazardous situation 

which, if not avoided, 

could

 result in 

death or serious injury

.

CAUTION:

 Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, 

if not avoided, 

may

 result in 

minor or moderate injury

.

CAUTION:

 Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a 

potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

may

result in 

property damage.