Safety instructions
When using Power Tools, always observe the
safety regulations applicable in your country to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Read the following safety
instructions before attempting to operate this
product.
Keep these instructions in a safe place!
General
1 Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
2 Consider work area environment
Do not expose Power Tools to humidity. Keep
work area well lit. Do not use Power Tools in the
presence of inflammable liquids or gases.
3 Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed surfaces (e.g.
pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators).
For use under extreme conditions (e.g. high
humidity, when metal swarf is being produced,
etc.) electric safety can be improved by inserting
an isolating transformer or a (FI) earth-leakage
circuit-breaker.
4 Keep children away
Do not let children come into contact with the
tool or extension cord. Keep all people away
from the work area.
5 Extension cords for outdoor use
When the tool is used outdoors, always use
extension cords intended for outdoor use and
marked accordingly.
6 Store idle tools
When not in use, Power Tools must be stored in
a dry place and locked up securely, out of reach
of children.
7 Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can
be caught in moving parts. Preferably wear
rubber gloves and non-slip footwear when
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering
to keep long hair out of the way.
8 Wear safety goggles
Also use a face or dust mask in case the
operations produce dust or flying particles.
9 Beware of maximum sound pressure
Take appropriate measures for the protection of
hearing if the sound pressure of 85 dB(A) is
exceeded.
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10 Secure workpiece
Always check that the workpiece is properly
secured.
11 Avoid overloading the machine
Excessive pressure or workpiece feed may cause
machine overload. The tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
12 Warning!
Do not release or remove the guard.
13 Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
14 Disconnect tool
Shut off power and wait for the tool to come to a
complete standstill before leaving it unattended.
Unplug the tool when not in use, before servicing
or changing accessories.
15 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches
are removed from the tool before operating the
tool.
16 Use appropriate tool
The intended use is laid down in this instruction
manual. If in doubt, contact D
any accessory or attachment or performance of
any operation with this tool, other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may
present a risk of personal injury.
17 Do not abuse cord
Do not use the supply cable to pull out the plug
from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat,
oil and sharp edges.
18 Maintain tools with care
Keep the tools in good condition and clean for
better and safer performance. Follow the
instructions for maintenance and changing
accessories. Inspect the tool cords at regular
intervals and, if damaged, have them repaired by
an authorized D
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extension cords periodically and replace them if
damaged. Keep all controls dry, clean and free
from oil and grease.
19 Check for damaged parts
Before using the tool, carefully check it for
damage to ensure that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for
misalignment and seizure of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. Have damaged guards
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