Important Safety Information; Meanings Of Signal Words; Meanings Of Symbols; Safety - Hitachi C7SB3 Safety Instructions And Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in the Instruction Manual before
operating or maintaining this power tool.
Most accidents that result from power tool operation and maintenance are caused by the failure to observe basic safety
rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing a potentially hazardous situation before it occurs,
and by observing appropriate safety procedures.
Basic safety precautions are outlined in the "SAFETY" section of this Instruction Manual and in the sections which
contain the operation and maintenance instructions.
Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identifi ed by WARNINGS on the power
tool and in this Instruction Manual.
NEVER use this power tool in a manner that has not been specifi cally recommended by HITACHI.

MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if ignored, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or
may cause machine damage.
NOTE emphasizes essential information.

MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS

Symbols
WARNING
The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious
injury.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING:
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl ammable liquids, gases or dust.
Always wear eye protection.
Always wear hearing protection.

SAFETY

Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
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