General Safety Rules - Makita 3709 Instruction Manual

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING:
Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term
"power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power
tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work area safety
1.
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
and dark areas invite accidents.
2.
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 the dust
or fumes.
3.
Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
4.
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 elec-
tric shock.
5.
Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes, radia-
tors, ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
6.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
7.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
8.
When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for out-
door use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor
use reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
9.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
10.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Safety equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate con-
ditions will reduce personal injuries.
11.
Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before plug-
ging in. Carrying power tools with your finger
on the switch or plugging in power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
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