GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS •Use power tools only with specifically desig-

nated battery packs. Use of any other battery

WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious •When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power from other metal objects, like paper clips,
tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal
(cordless) power tool. objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals
WORK AREA SAFETY •Remove any adjusting key or wrench before together may cause burns or a fire.
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left •Under abusive conditions, liquid may be eject-
•Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or attached to a rotating part of the power tool may ed from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
dark areas invite accidents. result in personal injury. accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos- •Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
pheres, such as in the presence of flammable balance at all times. This enables better control Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks of the power tool in unexpected situations. or burns.
which may ignite the dust or fumes. •Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
•Keep children and bystanders away while jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
SERVICE
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewel- •Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
you to lose control. lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. repair person using only identical replacement
ELECTRICAL SAFETY •If devices are provided for the connection of parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
•Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure tool is maintained.
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any these are connected and properly used. Use of SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
Hammer Drill/Drivers and Drill/Drivers-
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will POWER TOOL USE AND CARE •Wear ear protectors when impact drilling. Ex-
reduce risk of electric shock. posure to noise can cause hearing loss.
•Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded •Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct •Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied with the
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed. •Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
shock if your body is earthed or grounded. when performing an operation where the cutting
•Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi- •Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be accessory may contact hidden wiring. Cutting
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase accessory contacting a “live” wire may make
the risk of electric shock. controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired. exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and
•Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for could give the operator an electric shock.
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. •Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool Drivers-
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges •Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such pre- when performing an operation where the fas-
increase the risk of electric shock. tener may contact hidden wiring. Fasteners
•When operating a power tool outdoors, use an ventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally. contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use parts of the power tool “live” and could give the
of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk •Store idle power tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with operator an electric shock.
of electric shock. •Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
•If operating a power tool in a damp location is the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the important information. If unreadable or missing,
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit inter- contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free
rupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of an GFCI hands of untrained users.
•Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment replacement.
reduces the risk of electric shock. •WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
PERSONAL SAFETY and any other condition that may affect the sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the activities contains chemicals known to cause
common sense when operating a power tool. power tool repaired before use. Many accidents cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or are caused by poorly maintained power tools. Some examples of these chemicals are:
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medi- •Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly •lead from lead-based paint
cation. A moment of inattention while operating maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges •crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
power tools may result in serious personal injury. are less likely to bind and are easier to control. masonry products, and
•Use personal protective equipment. Always •Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits •arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such etc. in accordance with these instructions, tak- lumber.
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or ing into account the working conditions and Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions the work to be performed. Use of the power tool on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
will reduce personal injuries. for operations different from those intended could your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
•Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the result in a hazardous situation. ventilated area, and work with approved safety
switch is in the off-position before connecting equipment, such as those dust masks that are
to power source and/or battery pack, picking BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE specially designed to filter out microscopic par-
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with •Recharge only with the charger specified by ticles.
your finger on the switch or energising power tools the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
that have the switch on invites accidents. one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.

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