General Power Tool Safety Warnings - Makita UC3030A Instruction Manual

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fi re a nd/or s erious i njury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-­
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
Work area safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such a s i n t he p resence o f fl ammable l iquids, g ases o r
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 electric shock.
5. 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.
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 outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for
outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
9. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
10. Use of power supply via a RCD with a rated residual
current of 30 mA or less is always recommended.
Personal safety
11. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
tool w hile y ou a re t ired o r u nder t he i nfluence o f d rugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
12. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
13. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the o ff-­position b efore c onnecting t o p ower s ource a nd/
or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying
power t ools w ith y our fi nger o n t he s witch o r e nergising p ower
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
14. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the
power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating
part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
15. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
16. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
17. If devices are provided for the connection of dust
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extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
18. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
19. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
on a nd o ff. A ny power tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
20. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the
battery pack from the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
21. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or
these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
22. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool's operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
23. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
and are easier to control.
24. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into account
the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
25. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
26. Follow instruction for lubricating and changing
accessories.
27. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Properly maintained