Skil PWRCORE 20 Owner's Manual page 4

Do not overreach . Keep proper footing and balance at all times . This enables better
control of the machine in unexpected situations.
Dress properly . Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry . Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts . Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used . Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of machines allow you to become
complacent and ignore machine safety principles . A careless action can cause severe
injury within a fraction of a second.
Machine use and care
Do not force the machine . Use the correct machine for your application . The correct
machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off . Any machine that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if
detachable, from the machine before making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing machines . Such preventive safely measures reduce the risk of starting the
machine accidentally.
Store idle machines out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the machine or these instructions to operate the machine . Machines are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain machines and accessories . Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the machine's
operation . If damaged, have the machine repaired before use . Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained machines.
Keep cutting machines sharp and clean . Properly maintained cutting machines with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the machine, accessories and machine bits etc . in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed . Use of the
machine for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease . Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the machine in
unexpected situations.
Battery machine use and care
Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable
for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Use machines only with specifically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from
one terminal to another . Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help . Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not use a battery pack or machine that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
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