General Power Tool Safety Instructions; Additional Safety Rules; Tool Care - Skil 3320 Operating Instructions Manual

General power tool safety instructions

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 unavoid-
able, use a residual current device (RCD) protected sup-
ply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
g) In case that it has necessity of substitution of the electric
handle must direct the tool for an assistance authorized
technique. A damaged handle increase 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 operat-
ing 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 unex-
pected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair ands clothing away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
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g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extrac-
tion and collection facilities, ensure these are connected
and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.
h) Use ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
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 start-
ing 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 bind-
ing 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.
h) Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tools in unexpected situations.
5. Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair per-
son using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure
that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b) In case of consuming of the carbon brushes to send the
tool by assistance authorized technique for substitution.
Carbon brushes are of specify them cause damages to the
motor of the tool.
c) if the power cord is damaged, the power cord shall be
replaced by manufacturer, service or qualified person to
avoid the risk of electrical shock.

Additional Safety Rules

Tool Use
Don't force tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
Use the right tool. Don't force a small tool or attachment to do the
job of a heavy duty tool. Don't used tool for purpose not intended –
for example, don't use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. Itís safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don't leave
tool until it comes to a complete stop.

Tool Care

Do not alter or misuse tool. These tools are precision built. Any
alteration or modification not specified is misuse and may result in
dangerous conditions.
Avoid gaseous areas. Do not operate electric tools in a gaseous
or explosive atmosphere. Motors in these tools normally spark, and
may result in a dangerous condition.
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