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or dark areas invite accidents.
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tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
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67,9(;05. ( 76>,9 ;663 Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
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and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric
shock.
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of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
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*65+0;065: Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
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cords increase the risk of electric shock.
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<:, Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
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an GFCI reduce the risk of electric shock.
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(3*6/63694,+0*(;065A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
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>,(9 ,@, 796;,*;065 Protective equipment
such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
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;<9505. ;/, 76>,9 ;663 65 A wrench or a
key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
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)(3(5*, (; (33 ;04,: This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
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clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
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<:,+Use of dust collection can reduce dust-
related hazards.
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correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
,(+(33:(-,;@>(9505.:(5+05:;9<*;065:Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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The term “power tool” in all of the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool
or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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WARNING
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