General Safety Rules; Safety Symbols; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety - RIDGID SeekTech ST-33Q Operator's Manual

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Safety Symbols

In this operator's manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety
information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol� It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards� Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death�
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury�
DANGER
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury�
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury�
CAUTION
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property�
This symbol means read the operator's manual carefully before using the equipment� The operator's manual contains
important information on the safe and proper operation of the equipment�
This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling or using this equipment to reduce
the risk of eye injury�
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock�

General Safety Rules

WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Work Area Safety

Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
or dark areas invite accidents�
Do
not
operate
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Equipment can
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes�
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating equipment. Distractions can cause you
to lose control�

Electrical Safety

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electrical
shock if your body is earthed or grounded�
Do not expose equipment to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering equipment will increase
the risk of electrical shock�
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, and moving
parts� Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock�
equipment
in
explosive
SeekTech
®
If operating equipment in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces
the risk of electric shock�
Keep all electrical connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch equipment or plugs with wet
hands to reduce the risk of electrical shock�

Personal Safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use
common sense when operating equipment. Do
not use equipment while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication� A moment
of inattention while operating equipment may result
in serious personal injury�
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection� The appropriate use of protective
equipment such as a dust mask, non‑skid safety
shoes, a hard hat, and hearing protection will reduce
personal injuries�
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times� This enables better control of the
equipment in unexpected situations�
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry� Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away
from moving parts� Loose clothes, jewelry, and long
hair can be caught in moving parts�

Equipment Use and Care

Do not force equipment. Use the correct equipment
for your application� The correct equipment will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed�
ST-33Q
English - 3

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