Black & Decker AS36LN User Manual page 5

Denotes risk of electric shock.
Fire hazard.
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
2. Consider work area environment. Do not expose power tool to humidity. Keep work
area well lit (250-300 Lux). Do not use power tools in the presence of inflammable liquids
or gases.
3. Keep children away. Do not let children come into contact with the tool or extension
cord. Keep all people away from the work area.
4. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
parts. Preferably wear rubber gloves and non-slip footwear when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to keep long hair out of the way. When working outdoors,
preferably wear suitable gloves and non-slip footwear.
5. Personal protection. Always use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses. Use a face or dust mask whenever the
operations may produce dust or flying particles. If these particles might be considerably
hot, also wear a heat-resistant apron. Wear ear protection whenever the sound level
seems uncomfortable, i.e. if the sound pressure stated in this manual exceeds 85 dB(A).
6. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
7. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the tool
when you are tired.
8. Secure workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is safer and it frees
both hands to operate the tool.
9. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Always check that adjusting keys and
wrenches are removed from the tool before switching on.
10. Use appropriate tool. The intended use is laid down in this instruction manual. Do not
force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended. Do not force the tool.
Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation
with this tool, other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
11. Check for damaged parts. Before using the tool, carefully check it for damage
to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
misalignment and seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. Have damaged guards or other defective parts repaired or
replaced as instructed. Do not use the tool if the switch is defective. Have any damaged
or defective parts replaced by an authorized repair agent. Never attempt any repairs
yourself.
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