Bosch GOP18V-34 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual page 4

General Power Tool Safety Warnings
d. 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 batter y may cause
irritation or burns.
e. Do not use a battery pack or tool
that is damaged or modified. Damaged
o r m o d i fi e d b at ter i e s m a y e x h i b i t
unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.
f. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to
fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to
fire or temperature above 265 °F may cause
explosion.
g. Follow all charging instructions and
do not charge the battery pack or tool
outside the temperature range specified
a. Hold the 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.
b. Use clamps or another practical way
to secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand
or against your body leaves it unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
c. Do not drill, fasten or break into
existing walls or other blind areas where
electrical wiring may exist. If this situation
is unavoidable, disconnect all fuses or circuit
breakers feeding this worksite.
d. Use a metal detector to determine if
there are gas or water pipes hidden
in the work area or call the local utility
company for assistance before beginning
the operation. Striking or cutting into a gas
line will result in explosion. Water entering
an electrical device may cause electrocution.
e. Always hold the tool firmly with both
hands for maximum control. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
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Safety Rules for Oscillating Tools
in the instructions. Charging improperly or
at temperatures outside the specified range
may damage the battery and increase the
risk of fire
6 Service
a. 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.
b. Never service damaged battery packs.
Service of battery packs should only
be performed by the manufacturer or
authorized service providers.
f. Keep hands away from cutting area. Do
not reach under the material being cut.
The proximity of the blade to your hand is
hidden from your sight.
g. Do not use dull or damaged blades.
Bent blade can break easily or cause
kickback.
h . Exercise ex treme c a u tion wh en
handling the accessories. The accessories
are very sharp.
i. Wear protective gloves when changing
cutting accessories. Accessories become
hot after prolonged usage.
j. Use thick cushioned gloves and limit
the exposure time by taking frequent rest
periods. Vibration caused by the tool may
be harmful to the hands and arms.
k. Before scraping, check workpiece for
nails. If there are nails, either remove
them or set them well below intended
finished surface.
accessory edge could cause the tool to jump.
l. Do not wet sand with this tool. Liquids
entering the motor housing is an electrical
shock hazard.
m. Never work in area which is soaked
with a liquid, such as a solvent or water,
or dampened such as newly applied
wallpaper. There is an electrical shock
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