Safety Guidelines - Definitions; General Power Tool Safety Warnings - Black & Decker LHT2436 Instruction Manual

safEty GUiDEliNEs - DEfiNitioNs

It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it
contains relates to protecting yoUr safEty and PrEVENtiNG ProBlEMs.
The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.
DaNGEr:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WarNiNG:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.a
caUtioN:
Indicates a potentially haz ard ous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or mod er ate injury.
NoticE:
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.

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, fire and/or serious injury.
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.
saVE thEsE iNstrUctioNs
1) WorK arEa safEty
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
b) 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.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2) ElEctrical safEty
a) 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.
b) 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.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) 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.
e) 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.
f) if operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable,
use a ground fault circuit interrupter (Gfci) protected
supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) PErsoNal safEty
a) 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.
b) Use personal protective equipment. always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,
nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off position before connecting to power source and/
or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) 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.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
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