General Safety Instructions; Save All Warnings And Instructions For Future Reference - jcb MS-254SB Instructions & User's Manual

GENERAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings instructions,
illustrations and specifications
provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury. The term "power tool"
in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-
operated (cordless) power tool.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
Work area safety
1
Keep work area clean and well lit
a
Cluttered and dark areas invite
–
accidents.
Do not operate power tools in
b
explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases
or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may
–
ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away
c
while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
–
control.
Electrical safety
2
Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
a
Never modify the plug in any way. Do not
use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
–
will reduce risk of electric shock.
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b
Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators,ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock
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if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain
or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase
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the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use
the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase
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the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
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reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device(RCD) protected supply
Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
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electric shock.
Personal safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication.
A moment of inattention while
–
operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
Use safety equipment. Always wear
eye protection.
Safety equipment such as dust mask,
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non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
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