General Machine Safety Warnings - Skil PR0601B-00 Owner's Manual

GENERAL MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
The term "machine" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) machine or battery-
operated (cordless) machine.
Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well lit . Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate machines in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Machines create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a machine . Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical safety
Machine plugs must match the outlet . Never modify the plug in any way . Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) machines . Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators . There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
Do not expose machines to rain or wet conditions . Water entering a machine will increase
the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord . Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
machine . Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts . Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a machine 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 machine 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 machine .
Do not use a machine while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication . A moment of inattention while operating machines may result in serious personal
injury.
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment
such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting . Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the machine . Carrying
machines with your finger on the switch or energizing machines that have the switch on invites
accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the machine on . A wrench or a key
left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach . Keep proper footing and balance at all times . This enables better
control of the machine in unexpected situations.
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications
provided with this machine . Failure to follow all instructions listed below
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