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1. Introduction
Important.
When using the equipment, a few safety
precautions must be observed to avoid injuries
and damage. Please read the complete
operating instructions and safety information
with due care. Keep these operating
instructions in a safe place so that the
information is available at all times. If you give
the equipment to any other person, hand over
these operating instructions and the safety
information as well. We cannot accept any
liability for damage or accidents which arise
due to a failure to follow these instructions and
the safety information.
2. Safety information
CAUTION
Read all the safety information and
instructions. Any errors made in following the
safety information and instructions may result in
an electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety information and instructions
in a safe place for future use.
2.1 General safety information on electric
power tools
Important. The following safety precautions
must be taken when using electric power
tools in order to protect the user from
electric shocks and the risk of injury and
fire. Read and follow these instructions
before using the equipment.
1. Keep your work area tidy
Untidy work areas can result in accidents.
2. Check the ambient conditions
Do not expose electric tools to rain. Never
use electric power tools in damp or wet
locations. Provide good lighting. Do not use
electric power tools near flammable liquids
or gases.
3. Protect yourself against electric shocks
Avoid bodily contact with earthed parts, e.g.
pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators.
4. Keep children away
Do not allow other persons to touch the tool
or cable, keep them away from your work
area.
5. Keep your electric power tools in a safe
place
Unused tools must be stored in a dry,
locked room out of children’s reach.
6. Do not overload your tools
They will work better and more safely within
their specified capacity range.
7. Use the right tools
Do not use tools or attachments which are
too weak for heavy duty work.
Never use tools on jobs for which they are
not intended; for example, do not use a
hand-held circular saw to fell trees or lop off
branches.
8. Wear suitable work clothes
Never wear loose fittings clothes or jewelry.
They may get caught in moving parts.
Rubber gloves and non-slip shoes are
recommended when working outdoors.
Wear a hair net if you have long hair.
9. Wear safety goggles
Use a dust mask when working on dusty
jobs.
10. Do not use the cable for purposes other
than that for which it is designed.
Do not carry the equipment by the cable
and do not use the cable to pull the plug out
of the socket. Protect the cable from heat,
oil and sharp edges.
11. Secure the workpiece
Use clamps or a vise to secure the
workpiece. This is safer than using your
hand and also enables you to operate the
machine with both hands.
12. Do not overstretch
Avoid abnormal working postures. Make
sure you stand squarely and keep your
balance at all times.
13. Take care of your tools
Keep your tools sharp and clean in order to
work well and safely. Follow the
maintenance information and the
instructions for changing tools. Check the
power plug and cable on a regular basis
and have them replaced by an authorized
specialist if they are damaged. Check the
