Worx Sonicrafter WX693, Safety And Operating Manual

Sonicrafter                WX693 WX693.9

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GENERAL POWER TOOL 

SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING!

Read all safety warnings, 

instructions, illustrations and 

specifications provided with this power tool. 

Failure to follow all instructions listed below 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 and clothing 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.

h)   Do not let familiarity gained from frequent 

use of tools allow you to become 

complacent and ignore tool safety 

principles. 

A careless action can cause severe 

injury within a fraction of a second. 

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 remove the battery pack, 

if detachable, 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 and accessories. 

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