General Power Tool Safety Instructions - Bosch GBM 13-2 Operating Instructions Manual

General power tool safety instructions

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all in-
structions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instruc-
tions 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-operat-
ed (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
lit areas can result in accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in the presence of flam-
mable liquids, gases or dust.
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 modi-
fy the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools.
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfac-
es such as pipes, radiators and refrigerators.
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 misuse the cord. Never use the cord for carry-
ing, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
aged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten-
sion cord suitable for outdoor use.
able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If it is not possible to avoid the use of the power tool
in humid or wet areas, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply.
of electric shock.
g) In case of change need or substitution of the electric
cable, it should be made by an authorized and quali-
fied technical service.
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 pow-
er tool while if you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication.
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate condi-
tions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before plugging in.
with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that
are switches on invite accidents.
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Cluttered and poorly
Power tools create sparks
Unmodified plugs
There is
Dam-
Use of a cord suit-
Use of an RCD reduces the risk
A damaged cable increases the
A moment of inattention while
Carrying power tools
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before switch-
ing on the power tool.
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 jewel-
lery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves 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.
reduce dust related hazards.
h) Use ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing
loss.
i) Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool.
control can cause personal injury.
4. Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application.
the job better and safer.
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 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 can cause injuries in the hands of untrained us-
ers.
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 tools operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
cidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
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 and in the man-
ner intended for the particular type of power tool,
taking into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for opera-
tions different from those intended could result in injuries.
5. Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
b) The substitution of the brushes of the power tool
should be accomplished by an authorized and quali-
fied technical service.
Brushes out of specification can
cause damages to the motor of the power tool.
Use of these devices can
Loss of
The correct power tool will do
Ac-
Properly maintained
This
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