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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
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.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.
Power tool use and care
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.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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.
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
Maintain power tools. Checkfor misalignment or binding of movingparts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power toolsoperation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of power tool, 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
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair personusing only identicalreplacement parts.This will ensure
that the safety of the power tools is maintained.
Additional safety rules
This equipment should be operated in compliance with all OSHA regulations.
Rags, cloth, cord, strings and the like should never be left around the work area. Entangled material
increase the risk of accidents.
Handle the blades very carefully. Sharp edges may cause injuries. Use the provided guard and gloves to
handle.
Ensure that the blade retaining bolts are securely tightened before operating the tool. Loose bolts will
generate unusual vibration and may result in injuries.
Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Control of the tool requires a firm hold and holding with both hands
will prevent potential accidents.
Keep hands away from rotating parts. Moving parts may cause injuries and electric shock.
Before using the tool, let it run idle for a while. Watch for unusual vibrations or wobbling that could indicate
poor installation or a poorly installed balanced blade. Unusual vibrations or wobbling indicate poor
installation or poorly balance blades. This may cause accidents or result in injuries.
Do not leave a power tool running unattended. Operate the tool when hand held only.
