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tool is not complete or if its controls cannot be oper-
ated faultlessly.
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Check the tool and any applicable safety devices for
damage each time before use.
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Electrostatic discharge may occur at any time.
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Do not touch the supply cord in the event of it suffer-
ing damage while working. Disconnect the supply cord
plug from the socket.
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Damaged switches must be replaced at a Hilti service
center. Do not use the tool if it cannot be switched on
and off correctly.
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The tool should be repaired by a trained electrical spe-
cialist (Hilti service center).
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Never carry the tool by the supply cord.
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Grip the plug and not the supply cord when pulling it
out of the socket.
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Do not expose the supply cord to heat, oil or sharp
edges.
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When working outdoors, use only extension cords
approved and correspondingly marked as suitable for
outdoor use.
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To avoid a risk of accident, use only original Hilti spare
parts.
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Never operate the tool when it is dirty or wet. Dust or
dampness on the surface of the tool make it difficult
to hold and, under unfavorable conditions, may lead
to electric shocks.
5.3.3 Thermal
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The insert tool may become hot during use. You should
therefore wear protective gloves when changing insert
tools.
5.3.4 Dust
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Breathing protection must be worn when the tool is
used without a dust removal system.
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Wear respiratory protection when carrying out work
that creates dust.
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Connect a dust removal system to the tool, if available.
5.4 Requirements to be met by users
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The tool is intended for professional use.
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The tool may be operated, serviced and repaired only
by authorized, trained personnel. This personnel must
be informed of any special hazards that may be encoun-
tered.
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Always concentrate on the job you are doing. Proceed
carefully and do not use the tool if your full attention
is not on the job.
5.5 Personal protective equipment
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The user and any other persons in the vicinity must
wear suitable eye protection, a safety helmet, ear pro-
tection and protective gloves. They must also wear
breathing protection if no dust removal system is used.
Wear
a safety
helmet
Wear
breathing
protection
Wear
ear
protection
Wear
protective
gloves
Wear
eye
protection