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f Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
g If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly
used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
4 Power tool use and care
a Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b Do not use the power tool if the switch does
not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
e Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may
affect the power tools operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
g Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc., in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
5 Service
a Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
Additional safety instructions for rotary hammers
●
Wear ear protectors.
Exposure to noise can
cause hearing loss.
●
Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool.
Loss of control can cause personal injury.
●
Preferably wear a dust mask.
Chipping and chiselling
● Ensure the chisel is secured in place before
operating the tool.
● In cold-weather conditions or when the tool has
not been used for a longer period of time,
let the tool run with no load for several minutes
before use.
● Always hold the tool firmly with both hands and
ensure a secure stance. Always operate the
tool with the side handle properly mounted.
● When working above ground level ensure the
area below is clear.
● To prevent electric shock, check the working
area for live wires before operation.
● Do not touch the chisel or the parts close to the
chisel immediately after operation, as they may
be extremely hot and cause burns to the skin.
● Always direct the power cable to the rear, away
from the chisel.
Residual risks
The following risks are inherent to the use of rotary
hammers:
- Injuries caused by touching the rotating parts or
hot parts of the tool.
In spite of the application of the relevant safety
regulations and the implementation of safety
devices, certain residual risks cannot be avoided.
These are:
- Impairment of hearing.
