Gartenmeister GM H-3000, Operating Instructions Manual

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1. General safety information for power
tools
Warning! Read all safety-related information and
safety instructions! Failure to observe the safety
information and instructions may result in elec-
tric shock, burns and/or severe injury. Keep the
safety information and instructions for future
reference. The term ‘power tool’ as used in the
safety information and instructions includes both
mains-operated tools (with power cord) and
battery-operated tools (without power cord).
1.1 Safety at the workplace
• Keep your working area clean, tidy and well-
lit. Disorder and poorly lit working areas may
result in accidents.
• Do not operate the power tool in potentially ex-
plosive environments containing combustible
fluids, gases or dusts. Power tools generate
sparks that may ignite dusts or fumes.
• Keep children and other persons away while
you are operating the power tool. Distractions
may result in the operator losing control over
the tool.
1.2 Electrical safety
• Before switching on, make sure that the volt-
age of your electricity supply is the same as
that indicated on the rating plate.
• The mains plug of the power tool must fit
into the mains socket. The plug must not be
modified in any way. Do not use adapter plugs/
connectors in combination with tools with pro-
tective earthing. Unmodified plugs and fitting
sockets reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid physical contact with earthed surfaces
as pipes, heaters, ovens and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed.
• Keep the tool out of the rain or moisture in
general. The penetration of water into a power
tool increases the risk of electric shock.
• Do not use the cord to carry or hang up the
tool or to pull the plug out of the socket. Keep
the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges
or moving parts of the tool. Damaged or tan-
gled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use
exclusively extension cords that are approved
for outdoor-use. The use of an extension cord
that is suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of electric shock.
• If the operation of a power tool in a moist
environment cannot be avoided it is highly
recommended to use a residual current device
(RCD). The use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
1.3 Personal safety
• Always pay attention to what you do and apply
reasonable care when working with a power
tool. Do not use the power tool when you are
tired or under the influence of medication,
drugs or alcohol. When working with power
tools, even a short moment of inattentiveness
may result in severe injury.
• Wear personal protection equipment and al-
ways wear eye protection (safety goggles).
Wearing personal protection equipment as a
dust mask, nonslip safety shoes, safety hel-
met or ear protectors (depending on the type
and application of the tool) reduces the risk of
injury.
• Avoid unintentional operation. Make sure that
the power tool is switched off before you con -
nect it to the mains supply and/or the battery
and whenever you pick up or carry the tool.
When carrying the tool with your finger on
the on/off switch or connecting the tool to the
mains supply with the switch in ‘ON’ position,
this may result in accidents.
• Remove adjustment tools or wrenches and
the like before you switch the power tool on.
A wrench or other tool that is inside or on a
rotating part of the tool may cause injury.
• Avoid unusual postures. Make sure to have
a safe footing and keep your balance at all
times. This will allow you to better control the
power tool in unexpected situations.
• Wear suitable clothes. Do not wear wide cloth-
ing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothes and
gloves clear of all moving parts. Loose cloth-
ing, jewellery or long hair may get caught in
moving parts.
• If dust extraction/collection devices are pro-
vided make sure that they are connected and
used properly. The use of a dust extraction
device may reduce risks caused by dust.
1.4 Use and handling of the power tool
• Do not overtax the power tool. Use the power
tool intended for your type of work in each
case. The use of the suitable power tool within
the stated range of performance makes work-
ing more effective and safer.