General Safety Information - RIDGID 20168 Operator's Manual

General Safety Information

Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
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Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas may cause
accidents.
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Do not operate electrical devices or power
tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or
heavy dust. Electrical devices or power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
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Keep bystanders, children, and visitors
away while operating tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
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Do not attach the leads to a high voltage
line.
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Do not operate the system with electrical
components removed. Exposure to internal
parts increases the risk of injury.
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Avoid exposure to rain or wet conditions.
Keep battery out of direct contact with water.
Water entering electrical devices increases the
risk of electric shock.
Battery Precautions
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Use only the size and type of battery
specified. Do not mix cell types (e.g. do not
use alkaline with rechargeable). Do not use
partly discharged and fully charged cells
together (e.g. do not mix old and new).
•
Recharge batteries with charging units
specified by the battery manufacturer. Using
an improper charger can overheat and rupture
the battery.
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Properly dispose of the batteries. Exposure
to high temperatures can cause the battery to
explode, so do not dispose of in a fire. Some
countries have regulations concerning battery
disposal. Please
regulations.
Personal Safety
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Avoid traffic. Pay close attention to moving
vehicles when using on or near roadways.
Wear visible clothing or reflector vests. Such
precautions may prevent serious injury.
•
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and
use common sense. Do not use tool while
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medications. A moment of inattention while
operating tools may result in serious personal
injury.
•
Gloves should always be worn for health
and safety
unsanitary and may contain harmful bacteria
and viruses.
•
Do not overreach. Keep 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.
•
Use proper accessories. Do not place this
product on any unstable cart or surface. The
product may fall causing serious injury to a child
or adult, or causing serious damage to the
product.
•
Prevent object and liquid entry. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product. Liquid
increases the risk of electrical shock and
damage to the product.
Line Transmitter Use and Care
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Use equipment only as directed. Do not
operate the transmitter unless proper training
has been completed and the owners manual
read.
•
Always transport the transmitter in the hard
case provided. This helps prevent product
damage due to shipping.
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Do not immerse the antennas or case in
water. Store in a dry place. Such measures
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