KRESS KU699B, Safety And Operating Manual

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KU699B

GENERAL POWER TOOL 

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.

Save all warnings and instructions for future 

reference.

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your 

mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated 

(cordless) power tool.

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. 

f)   If operating a power tool in a damp location 

is unavoidable, use a residual current device 

(RCD) protected supply. 

Use of an RCD 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 personal protective 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. 

c)   Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure 

the switch is in the off-position before 

connecting to power source and/or battery 

pack, picking up or carrying the tool. 

Carrying 

power tools with your finger on the switch or 

energising power tools that have the switch on 

invites accidents. 

d)   Remove any adjusting key or wrench before 

turning the power tool on. 

A wrench or a key 

left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may 

result in personal injury. 

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 jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and 

gloves away from moving parts. 

Loose clothes, 

jewellery 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 dust collection 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 

and/or the battery pack from the power tool 

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 tool’s 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, 

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.