| Power tools are one of the greatest | | | | signs of breakage.Tip 5 - Avoid using |
| conveniences for getting handyman jobs and | | | | electric power tools on wet surfaces as water |
| professional jobs done quickly, but since | | | | is a good electrical conductor. In |
| power tools often run on electricity, it is | | | | combination with other factors - broken |
| essential that safety instructions are | | | | cords, machine malfunctions etc, it can put |
| followed.Here are a few quick power tool | | | | you at risk of shock.Tip 6 - Never immerse |
| safety tips.Tip 1 - Always use the correct | | | | your power tool in water - seems obvious but |
| power tool for the environment.Power tools | | | | has to be said.Tip 7 - Keep your work area |
| that are made for outdoor use have better | | | | clean - dust can ignite from a spark. Avoid |
| insulation, heavier wiring and a three way | | | | using power tools near flammable liquids or |
| grounded plug.Tip 2 - Keep your power cord | | | | gas.Tip 8 - Follow any specific instructions |
| tangle free and away from the tool "action" | | | | from the manufacturer.Ok, so these are some |
| zone.Tip 3 - If you get any nicks or cuts in | | | | safety tips, nothing beats a safety |
| the cord, inspect them immediately. If it | | | | consciousness and putting safety as a |
| severe consider replacing the cord. As a last | | | | priority when using power tools. So be safe |
| resort use tape to shield it from the | | | | and enjoy your work.Graeme Sprigge is the |
| elements for minor nicks.Tip 4 - Inspect the | | | | webmaster of Power Tools Info. |
| power cord and all connections regularly for | | | | |