Safety Information - Kobalt K18LD-26A Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

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Important
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Read All Instructions Thoroughly
General Safety Rules For All Power Tools
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow all warnings and
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The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery
operated (cordless) power tool.
Work Area Safety
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liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the dust or fumes.
‡ Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical safety
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adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. 8QPRGL¿HG SOXJV DQG PDWFKLQJ RXWOHWV ZLOO
reduce the risk of electric shock.
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refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
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the risk of electric shock.
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Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
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of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
‡ If operating a power tool 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.
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