Electrical Safety; Personal Safety; Careful Handling And Use Of Electrical Power Tools - Parkside PABS 10.8 A1 - MANUAL 7 Manual

2. Electrical safety

The mains plug on the device must match
the mains socket. The plug must not
be modified in any way. Do not use
an adapter plug with devices fitted
with a protective earth.
Avoid touching earthed surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ovens and refrig-
erators with any part of your body.
Keep the device away from rain or
moisture.
Do not use the mains lead for
any purpose for which it was
not intended, e.g. to carry the
device, to hang up the device or to pull
the mains plug out of the mains socket.
Keep the mains lead away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts of the
device.
When working outdoors with an
electrical power tool always use ex-
tension cables that are also approved
for use outdoors.
Use a residual current device (RCD)
for protection if operating the electri-
cal power tool in a moist environment
is unavoidable.

3. Personal safety

Remain alert at all times, watch what
you are doing and always proceed
with caution. Do not use the device if
you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication.
Wear personal protective
equipment and always wear
safety glasses.
Avoid unintentional operation of the
device. Check that the electrical power
tool is switched off before you connect
it to the mains, pick it up or carry it.
Remove any setting tools or spanners
before you switch the device on.
Avoid placing your body in an unnat-
ural position. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves clear of mov-
ing parts.
If vacuum dust extraction and collection
devices are fitted do not forget to check
that they are properly connected and
correctly used.
4. Careful handling and use
of electrical power tools
Do not overload the device. Always
use an electrical power tool that is
intended for the task you are under-
taking.
Do not use an electrical power tool if
its switch is defective.