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[–] 41 points 15 hours ago (3 children)

Not prepared to take that chance…

Every power tool I pick up has a quick vroom-vroom before I use it properly, just like the tongs. It’s tradition.

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  • [–] 10 points 12 hours ago

    Every power tool I pick up has a quick vroom-vroom before I use it properly

    Gotta confirm that the battery is charged and/or that it's properly plugged in and powered before you go to use it and then look like an idiot when it does nothing.

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  • [–] 10 points 14 hours ago

    I do that with all the power tools too! One time I did that with my circular saw and it made a rattling noise, the blade was starting to come loose and needed tightened. A couple of times I've somehow just completely forgotten to tighten drill bits and found out during the pre-use vroom. So I think it legitimately helps get a quick safety gauge before diving into using something

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