Kelso KCM65, Product Manual

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SAFETY
SAFETY DEFINITION
WARNING:
Used if there is a risk of injury or death for the
operator or bystanders if the instructions in the manual are not
obeyed.
CAUTION:
Used if there is a risk of damage to the product, other
materials or the adjacent area if the instructions in the manual
are not obeyed.
NOTE:
Used to give more information that is necessary in a
given situation.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Read the warning instructions that follow before you
use the product.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated
(corded) power tool. This product is a dangerous tool if you are not
careful or if you use the power tool incorrectly. This power tool can
cause serious injury or death to the operator or others. Before you
use the power tool, you must read and understand the contents of
this operator’s manual.
• Save all warnings and instructions.
• Comply with all applicable laws and safety regulations in force
in your area as well as all other generally recognised rules of
safety.
• The operator and the employer of the operator must know and
control the risks during operation of the power tool.
• Do not let a person operate the power tool unless they read
and understand the contents of the operator’s manual.
• Do not operate the power tool unless you receive training
before use. Make sure that all operators receive training.
• Do not let a child (below 14 years of age) or untrained person
operate the power tool.
• This power tool is not intended for use by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Only let approved persons operate the power tool.
• The operator is responsible for accidents that occur to other
persons or their property.
• Do not use the power tool if you are tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
• Always be careful and use your common sense.
• This power tool produces an electromagnetic field during
operation. This field can under some circumstances interfere
with active or passive medical implants. To decrease the risk of
serious injury or death, we recommend persons with medical
implants to speak to their physician and the medical implant
manufacturer before operating this power tool.
• Keep the power tool clean. Make sure that you can clearly read
signs and decals.
• Do not use the power tool if it is defective.
• Do not do modifications to this power tool.
• Do not operate the power tool if it is possible that other
persons have done modifications to the power tool.
• Do not access the rotating parts without stopping the machine.
• Ensure power is isolated and power cord unplugged before
performing maintenance work on the machine.
• Ensure the machine is empty and power isolated during
transport of the machine.
WORK AREA SAFETY
WARNING!
Read the warning instructions that follow before you
use the product.
• Make sure that only approved persons are in the work area.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power
tool.
• NEVER leave the power tool running unattended. Before you
leave the work area, stop the power tool and make sure that
there is no risk of accidental start.
• Only work in a safe and stable position during operation. The
power tool should only be operated on a level ground.
• Make sure that there is no risk that you or the power tool can
fall from a height.
• Keep the work area clean and well lit.
• Keep the work area free of tripping hazards.
• Do not operate the power tool in explosive atmospheres, such
as the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION
WARNING! Read the warning instructions that follow before you
use the product. Read all safety instructions before operating the
power tool.
• Before starting up any power tool, you must check the flexible
power cable and the plug. Do not work with the power tool if
the connecting cable is damaged.
• If the connecting cable is damaged or cut during work, do not
touch it and immediately disconnect the power plug.
• The switch must be in the OFF position before you connect it to
the mains.
• The power tool shall always be supplied via residual current
device (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30mA or less.
• Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools.
• Do not expose the power tool to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Always guide the flexible power cable from the power tool to
the rear. Never pull hard on the flexible power cable and never
set it on or guide it over any sharp edges.
• Always arrange a ‘drip loop’ in the power cable below the level
of any power plugs.
• Make sure that you know how to stop the power tool quickly in
an emergency.
• Do not operate the power tool without all protective covers
installed. Keep guards in place and in working order.
• Use personal protective equipment. Refer to section ‘Personal
Protective Equipment’ in this manual.
• Make sure that there is no grease or oil on handles.