Silverline Combi Hammer Drill 18V - Manual (Page 6)

Additional Safety for Battery
Operated Drills
For safety relating to protective clothing/equipment and general health
hazards relating to power tools; refer to General and Electrical Safety
sections in this manual
• Important: It is imperative to follow all national safety regulations
concerning installation, operation and maintenance
• Do not allow anyone under the age of 18 years to use this tool, and
ensure that operators are qualified and familiar with the operating and
safety instructions
• If batteries are to be charged outdoors, ensure that the power supply and
charger are protected against weather/moisture
• When using the drill, use safety equipment including safety glasses or
shield, ear defenders, and protective clothing including safety gloves. Wear
a dust mask if the drilling operation creates dust
• Use metal and voltage detectors to locate concealed electric, water or
gas lines. Avoid touching live components or conductors
• Ensure that the lighting is adequate
• Ensure that the drill bit is securely fixed in the chuck. Insecure drill bits
can be ejected from the machine causing a hazard
• Ensure that the drill bit is in contact with the workpiece prior to starting
up the tool
• Before drilling, check that there is sufficient clearance for the drill bit
under the workpiece
• Do not put pressure on the tool, to do so would shorten its service life
• Drill bits get hot during operation, allow to cool prior to handling them
• Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste close by the bit
• If you are interrupted when operating the drill, complete the process and
switch off before looking up
• Where possible, use clamps or a vice to hold your work
• Examine the chuck regularly for signs of wear or damage. Have damaged
parts repaired by a qualified service centre
• Always wait until the drill has come to a complete stop before putting it
down
• Periodically check all nuts, bolts and other fixings and tighten where
necessary
Battery & Battery Charger
Use the battery charger correctly
• Refer to the section of this manual relating to use of the battery charger
before attempting to charge the battery
• Do not attempt to use the charger with any batteries other than those
supplied. Keep the battery charger clean; foreign objects or dirt may
cause a short or block air vents. Failure to follow these instructions may
cause overheating or fire
Use batteries correctly
• Only charge batteries using the charger provided. Only use batteries
provided with this power tool, or others recommended by the supplier.
Keep batteries clean; foreign objects or dirt may cause a short. Allow
batteries to cool for 15 minutes after charging or heavy use. Failure to
follow these instructions may cause overheating or fire
• When not in use, batteries should be stored in a dry place, near to room
temperature (20˚C). Ensure that batteries cannot accidentally short in
storage
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d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power
tool may result in personal injury
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your
hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction
and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly
used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards
Power Tool Use & Care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it was designed
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery
pack from the power tool before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may
affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power
tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation
Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using
only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of
the power tool is maintained
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