General Power Tool Safety Warnings - Clarke CBTSR Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
1. Keep the work area tidy.
• Clutter in the work area can lead to accidents.
2. Take environmental influences into account.
• Do not expose electric tools to rain.
• Do not use electric tools in a damp or wet environment.
• Make sure that the work area is well-illuminated.
• Do not use electric tools where there is a risk of fire or explosion.
3. Protect yourself from electric shock.
• Avoid physical contact with earthed parts (e.g. pipes, radiators, electric
ranges, cooling units).
4. Keep other persons away.
• Do not let persons, especially children, not involved in the work touch
the tool or the extension cord and keep them away from the work area.
5. Securely store unused electric tools.
• Unused electric tools should be stored in a dry, elevated or closed
location out of the reach of children.
6. Do not overload your electric tool.
• They work better and more safely in the specified output range.
7. Use the correct electric tool.
• Do not use low-output electric tools for heavy work.
• Do not use the electric tool for purposes for which it is not intended. For
example, do not use handheld circular saws for the cutting of branches
or logs.
8. Wear suitable clothing.
• Do not wear wide clothing or jewellery, which can become entangled
in moving parts.
• When working outdoors, anti-slip footwear is recommended.
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