AL-KO HT 2050, Translation Of The Original Instructions For Use, Page: 38 / 484

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38 HT 2050
Safety instructions
The term "power tool" used in
the safety instructions refers to
mains-operated power tools
(with mains line) and to battery-
operated power tools (without
mains line).
3.2 Electrical safety
■
Avoid physical contact with
earthed surfaces such as
on pipes, heaters, cookers
and refrigerators.
There is
an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed.
■
Keep electrical tools out of
the rain and away from
moisture.
Water getting into
an electrical tool increases the
risk of an electric shock.
3.3 Personal safety
■
Be alert, pay attention to
what you are doing and take
a cautious approach to
working with a power tool.
Do not use a power tool if
you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol
or medicines.
A moment's in-
attentiveness when using the
power tool can result in seri-
ous injury.
■
Wear personal protective
equipment, and always use
safety goggles.
The injury
risk can be reduced by wear-
ing personal protective equip-
ment such as a dust mask,
non-slip shoes, a protective
helmet or ear defenders, de-
pending on the type and ap-
plication of the power tool.
■
Avoid starting to operate
the appliance inadvertently.
Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before connect-
ing to power source and/or
battery pack, picking up or
carrying the power tool.
Ac-
cidents can be caused by
leaving your finger on the
switch when you carry the
power tool or when you con-
nect it to the power supply.
■
Remove the adjusting tools
or spanner before you
switch on the power tool.
A
tool or spanner that is in a ro-
tating part of the power tool
can cause injury.
■
Avoid an abnormal bodily
posture. Make sure you can
stand safely and keep your
balance at all times.
This will
enable you to control the
power tool better if something
unexpected happens.
■
Wear suitable clothing. Do
not wear baggy clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair
and clothing away from