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Safety Instructions (For All Light Products)
• These recommendations are based on international safety standards.
• You must also observe any local safety regulations which may be in force. Read all instructions carefully before operating the
machine. Keep the instructions in a safe place.
• Signs and stickers giving important information about safety and maintenance are supplied with every machine. Make sure that
they are always legible. The ordering numbers for new stickers can be found in the spare parts list.
• Use of the machine and its accessories is restricted to the applications specifi ed in the product literature.
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For reasons of product safety, the machine must not be modifi ed in any way.
• Replace damaged parts immediately.
• Replace all wear parts in good time.
Be alert
Always pay attention to what you are doing, and use your common sense. Do not use the machine if you are tired or under the infl u-
ence of drugs, alcohol or other substances which can effect your vision, reaction ability or judgement.
Symbols
The signal words WARNING and CAUTION used in the safety instructions have the following meanings:
Long exposure to vibrations can damage the hands, fi ngers and wrists. Do not use the machine if you
experience discomfort, cramp or pain. Consult a doctor before resuming work with the machine.
WARNING
Long exposure to loud noise without ear protectors can cause permanent damage to hearing.
WARNING
The machine must not be modifi ed without the prior consent of the manufacturer. Use only original parts.
Use only the accessories recommended by Belle. If modifi cations not approved by Belle are carried out,
these could result in serious injury to yourself or other personnel.
WARNING
WARNING Indicates danger or hazardous procedure that could result in serious or fatal personal injury if the
warning is ignored.
WARNING
CAUTION Indicates danger or hazardous procedure that could result in damage to machine or property if
the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
Important rules for your safety
Always use approved safety equipment. The operator, and people in the immediate vicinity of the working area, must wear:
• Safety helmet
• Safety goggles
• Ear protectors
• Dust mask in dusty environments
• High-visibility clothing
• Protective gloves
• Protective shoes
Avoid wearing loosely fi tting clothing that might get caught in the machine. If you have long hair, cover it with a hair net. Vibrations from
hand-held machines are transmitted into the hands via the handles of the machine. Belle machines feature a handle design that ab-
sorbs a large part of the machine vibrations. The vibrations are not eliminated entirely, but it is possible to use the machines for longer
periods of time without the risk of injury.
Working area
Do not use the machine near fl ammable material or in explosive environments. Sparks can be emitted from the exhaust pipe, and these
can ignite fl ammable material. When you take a pause or have fi nished working with the machine, do not park it on or near fl ammable
materials. The exhaust pipe can get very hot during operation, and can cause
