with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators,
cookers, refrigerators and other metal surfaces..
20. Use only approved parts.
When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service
facility to fit replacement parts.
WARNING.
The use of an accessory or attachment, other
than those recommended in this Instruction Manual, may
present a risk of personal injury.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any
use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be
considered a case of misuse. The user and not the
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who
use and service the machine have to be acquainted with
this Manual and must be informed about its potential
hazards. Children and infirm people must not use this
tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are
in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also
imperative that you observe the accident prevention
regulations in force in your area. The same applies for
general rules of occupational health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes
made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such
changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible
to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards
may arise in connection with the tool’s construction and
design:
•
Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not
worn.
•
Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
Additional safety rules for dust extractors
•
Do not pick up glass, water or metal
•
Keep hands well away from moving parts
•
Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings
are properly tightened.
•
Do not store materials or equipment above a machine
in such a way that they could fall onto it.
•
Wood dust and chips in a confined area can give rise to
fire or an explosion. Guard against possible ignition
sources.
Wear goggles
Wear earmuffs
Wear a breathing mask
Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely
that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is
missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the
tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has
been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
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