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1. DRILL WARNINGS
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock and/or injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Clu ered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders and children away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. 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.
• Avoid bodily contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
• There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet.
• Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.
• Damaged cords increase 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 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.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.
• Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
ina ention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as a dust
mask, non-slip safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting.
• Ensure the switch is in the o -position before connecting to the power source and/or ba ery pack,
picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• 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.
• Remove adjusting keys or spanners before turning the tool on. A spanner or a key that is le a ached
to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables be er control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
• Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency.
• Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• Do not force tools. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job be er and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
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