Extension Cords; Additional Safety Instructions - DeWalt DC545-XE Instruction Manual

Extension Cords

CAUTION: Use only extension cords that are approved by the country's Electrical
Authority. Before using extension cords, inspect them for loose or exposed wires,
damaged insulation and defective fittings. Replace the cord if necessary.

Additional Safety Instructions

• Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live"
wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator.
• Keep hands out of the plunger and plunger rod area of the caulk/adhesive
gun. Fingers can be crushed between the tube holder and the plunger.
• When operating the caulk/adhesive gun overhead, do not have plunger rod in
the path of your eyes or head. Plunger rod may slip back in direction of user.
Always wear eye protection when using the caulk/adhesive gun.
• Always work in properly ventilated area and wear appropriate respiratory
protection if necessary. Fumes from some caulks and adhesives can be
noxious.
• Turn unit off and disconnect battery pack before installing and removing
accessories, before adjusting or when making repairs. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may be hazardous when
used on another tool. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury
to persons.
• Lock trigger in the OFF position when not in use to avoid inadvertent release of
material.
• Take care not to get caulk or adhesive on battery contact points.
• ALWAYS read and follow all manufacturer's instructions regarding caulk or
adhesive. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety
glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash
exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes,
or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause
serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved
respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from
face and body.
WARNING: Always use eye protection. All users and bystanders must wear eye
protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1.
CAUTION: When not in use, place tool on its side on a stable surface where it
will not cause a tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with large battery packs will
stand upright on the battery pack but may be easily knocked over.
• The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their
definitions are as follows:
V ................. volts
Hz ............... hertz
min ............. minutes
.......... direct current
3
A ...............amperes
W ..............watts
...........alternating current
n o ..............no load speed