Additional Safety Rules For Tool - Makita LH1040 Instruction Manual

3. Guard against electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces (e.g.
refrigerators).
4. Keep children away.
Do not let visitors touch the tool or extension cord.
All visitors should be kept away from work area.
5. Store idle tools.
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,
high or locked up place, out of reach of children.
6. Do not force the tool.
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.
7. Use the right tool.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the
job of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools for
purposes not intended; for example, do not use
circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can
be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-skid footwear
working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering
to contain long hair.
9. Use safety glasses and hearing protection.
Also use face or dust mask if the cutting operation
is dusty.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure these
are connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord.
Never carry the tool by the cord or yank it to
disconnect it from the socket. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure work.
Use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
13. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance.
lubrication and changing accessories. Inspect tool
cord periodically and if damaged have it repaired
by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace, if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools.
When not in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits and
cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
pipes, radiators, ranges,
are recommended
Follow instructions
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting.
Do not carry a plugged-in tool with a finger on the
switch. Ensure switch is off when plugging in.
18. Use outdoor extension leads.
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for outdoor use.
19. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, free running of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced by an authorized service
when center
instruction manual. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service facility. Do not
use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and
off.
21. Warning.
The use of any accessory or attachment, other
than those recommended in this instruction
manual or the catalog, may present a risk of
personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original
spare parts, otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to the user.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR TOOL
FOR BOTH MITER SAW MOGE AND TABLE SAW
(BENCH SAW) MODE
for
1. Wear eye and hearing protection. Other
suitable personal protective equipment should
be worn.
2. NEVER wear gloves during operation except
for replacing saw blades or handling rough
material before operation.
3. Keep the floor area around the tool level well
maintained and free of loose materials e.g.
chips and cut-offs.
4. Do not operate saw without guards and riving
knife in place. Check blade guards for proper
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