Issue 2 July 2012
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WARNING! Read and understand all instruction before operating any drilling system. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electrical shock, damage to drilling system and even personal injury.
2) GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Work area
Keep your working area clean and well lighted. Cluttered benches and working stations causes accidents as well as dark spaces. Always
ensure working stations are clean and well lit.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmosphere, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or extreme dust. Power tools
create sparks that may ignite gases as well as flammable liquids. Dust may enter the ventilation system causing clogging and causing
overheating.
Keep bystanders, children and visitors away from moving parts of the power tool. Any distractions can cause you to lose control of the
power tool and an injury could take place.
Electrical Safety
Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never
remove the ground prong or modify the dance plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if
you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
Never carry a tool by the cord or hose and “yanking” the cord or the hose to disconnect it from the receptacle. Always carry the
power tools properly and store in dry and dust free place.
Keep cords and hoses away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. When operating
a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked .W-A. or. W..
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may
result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep a proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, or hearing protection must be used for
appropriate conditions.
Tool use and care
Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the work piece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store idle ling tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind
and are easier to control.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tools operation.
If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Poorly maintained tools cause many accidents.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
Service
Only qualified repair personnel must perform tool service. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a
risk of injury.
When servicing tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance
Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
Symbols used in this manual
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
Terminology used in the manual
1. Warning: This term means that there is a risk of physical harm or death to the operator or people nearby.
2. Caution: This term means that there is a risk of damage to the machine, cutting tool or other equipment.
3. Note: These terms offer useful information relating to the operation of the machine or its maintenance.
