Residual Risks - DeWalt D25981 Original Instructions Manual

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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 unexpected situations.
f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. 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. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
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 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 are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e ) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding 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.
5) 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.
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Additional Specific Safety Rules for
Demolition Hammers
• Ensure the chisel is secured in place before operating the tool.
• In cold-weather conditions or when the tool has not been used
for a longer period of time, let the tool run with no load for
several minutes before use.
• Always hold the tool firmly with both hands and ensure a
secure stance. Always operate the tool with the side handle
properly mounted.
• When working above ground level ensure the area below
is clear.
• To prevent electric shock, check the working area for live wires
before operation.
• Do not touch the chisel or the parts close to the chisel
immediately after operation, as they may be extremely hot
and cause burns to the skin.
• Always direct the power cable to the rear, away from
the chisel.
• Keep the power cable away from the accessory. A power cable
wrapped around the bit may cause electric shock.
• Do not wrap the power cable around your body.
• Do not allow inexperienced users to use this tool.
• Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
• Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. Loss of control
can cause personal injury.
• Do not strike jammed accessories with a hammer to dislodge
them. Fragments of metal or material chips could dislodge
and cause injury.
• Always switch off the tool when work is finished and
before unplugging.
• Do not recondition accessories yourself. Chisel reconditioning
should be done by a qualified specialist. Improperly
reconditioned accessories could cause injury. Only slightly
worn accessories can be resharpened by grinding.

WARNING: We recommend the use of a residual current
device with a residual current rating of 30mA or less.

Residual Risks

The following risks are inherent to the use of demolition
hammers:
• Injuries caused by touching the hot parts of the tool.
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks
cannot be avoided. These are:
• Impairment of hearing.
• Risk of squeezing fingers when changing the accessory.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when
working in concrete and/or masonry.
• Physical trauma due to inappropriate lifting and carrying of
heavy equipment.