Bosch 1800 - General Power Tool Safety Warnings; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety

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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 the warnings refers to
your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
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tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
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can cause you to lose control.
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and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock.
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body is earthed or grounded.
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increase the risk of electric shock.
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Damaged or entangled cords increase the
risk of electric shock.
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outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
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electric shock.
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of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
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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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on the switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
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wrench or a key left attached to a rotating
part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
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better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
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can be caught in moving parts.
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collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
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The correct power tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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