Safety Instructions; General Safety Rules - DeWalt DW872 Original Instructions Manual


CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.

Denotes risk of electric shock.

Denotes risk of fire.

Safety Instructions


WARNING: When using electric tools basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury including
the following.
Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this
product and save these instructions.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

General Safety Rules

1 . Keep work area clear.
ʵ Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2 . Consider work area environment.
ʵ Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the tool in damp
or wet conditions. Keep the work area well lit (250–300
Lux). Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing
fire or explosion, e.g., in the presence of flammable liquids
and gases.
3 . Guard against electric shock.
ʵ Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces (e.g., pipes,
radiators, cookers and refrigerators). When using the
tool under extreme conditions (e.g., high humidity, when
metal swarf is being produced, etc.), electric safety can be
improved by inserting an isolating transformer or a (FI)
earth-leakage circuit-breaker.
4 . Keep other persons away.
ʵ 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 . Store idle tools.
ʵ When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry place and
locked up securely, out of reach of children.
6 . Do not force the tool.
ʵ It will do the job better and safer at the rate to which it
was intended.
7 . Use the right tool.
ʵ Do not force small tools to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Do not use tools for purposes not intended; for example do
not use circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
8 . Dress properly.
ʵ Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as these can
be caught in moving parts. Non-skid footwear is
recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
9 . Use protective equipment.
ʵ Always use safety glasses. Use a face or dust mask if
working operations create dust or flying particles. If these
particles might be considerably hot, also wear a heat-
resistant apron. Wear ear protection at all times. Wear a
safety helmet at all times.
10 . Connect dust extraction equipment.
ʵ If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collecting equipment, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
11 . Do not abuse the cord.
ʵ Never yank the cord to disconnect it from the socket.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Never
carry the tool by its cord.
12 . Secure work.
ʵ Where possible use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It
is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
13 . Do not overreach.
ʵ Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14 . Maintain tools with care.
ʵ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories. Inspect tools periodically and if
damaged have them repaired by an authorized service
facility. Keep handles and switches dry, clean and free
from oil and grease.
15 . Disconnect tools.
ʵ When not in use, before servicing and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits and cutters, disconnect
tools from the power supply.
16 . Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
ʵ Form the habit of checking to see that adjusting keys and
wrenches are removed from the tool before operating
the tool.
17 . Avoid unintentional starting.
ʵ Do not carry the tool with a finger on the switch. Be sure
that the tool is in the "off" position before plugging in.
18 . Use outdoor extension leads.
ʵ Before use, inspect the extension cable and replace
if damaged. When the tool is used outdoors, use
only extension cords intended for outdoor use and
marked accordingly.
19 . Stay alert.
ʵ Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate the tool when you are tired or under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
20 . Check for damaged parts.
ʵ Before use, carefully check the tool and mains cable to
determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting
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