Drill Driver Safety Warnings; Residual Risks; Risk Reduction - Ryobi RCD1201 Original Instructions Manual

■ 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.
■ 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.
■ 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.
■ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
■ 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.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
■ Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
■ Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
■ When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
■ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or
burns.
SERVICE
■ Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.

DRILL DRIVER SAFETY WARNINGS

■ Wear ear protectors when drilling. Exposure to noise
can cause hearing loss.
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■ Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the tool.
Loss of control can cause personal injury.
■ Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the cutting
accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting
accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed
metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
■ Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the fastener
may contact hidden wiring. Fasteners contacting a
"live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
■ When not in use, all tools should be disconnected from
power source.
■ The dust produced when using the product may pose
a health hazard Do not inhale the dust. Wear a suitable
dust mask.
■ Do not operate on materials (e.g., asbestos) that
present a health hazard.
■ Switch off the product immediately if the bit stalls. Do
not switch on the product again while the bit is stalled,
as doing so could trigger a sudden recoil with a high
reactive force. Determine why the bit stalled and rectify
this, paying heed to the safety instructions.
The possible causes may be:
–
it is tilted in the workpiece
–
it has pierced the workpiece
–
the product is overloaded
■ Sawdust and splinters must not be removed while the
product is running.
■ When working in walls, ceilings, or floors, avoid
electrical cables and gas or water pipes.
■ Secure your workpiece with a clamping device.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise, and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the following:
■ Risk of electrocution if electric cables are drilled into.
Always grasp the product by designated handles; do
not touch the drill bits.
■ Injury caused by vibration. Hold the product by
designated handles and limit exposure to vibration. See

"RISK REDUCTION".

RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from hand-held tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud's Syndrome
in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling,
numbness and blanching of the fingers, usually apparent
upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to
Safety