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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Use the machine only when it is in technically perfect
condition and only for appropriate jobs, with an
awareness of safety and possible dangers, based on
observation of the operating instructions! In particular,
problems which could influence the safety of use must
be immediately dealt with!.
• All of the manufacturer’s safety, work, and maintenance
regulations as well as the given norms in the Technical
Data must be observed.
• The appropriate accident prevention rules and all those
generally recognized safety rules must be observed.
• The machine may only be used, maintained or repaired by
those persons who understand and have been instructed
in the potential dangers. Independent changes in
the machine cancel any manufacturer’s liability for any
damages that result from these changes.
• The machine may only be used with the manufacturer’s
original parts and tools.
• Note: the use of tools or equipment other than those
specified in the operating instructions can mean danger
for the user.
• Any use beyond what is specified here is not appropriate.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damages which
result from inappropriate use; the entire risk is carried
by the user.
• Do not lean too far forward.
• Always stand firmly on the ground and maintain your
balance.
• Always concentrate on your work. Do not work with
the machine when you are tired or under the influence
of drugs or alcohol.
• Check the machine for damaged parts. If protective
equipment or any other part is damaged, check carefully
before you continue your work whether it functions
properly. Test the release of moveable parts and make
sure they can move freely. Be certain that there are no
breaks, cracks or other conditions that could negatively
influence the functioning of the machine. Damaged
protective equipment or other parts that are defective
must be repaired or replaced by a recognized customer
service center unless otherwise specified in the operating
instructions.
• Have defective switches replaced by a recognized
customer service center. Do not work with the machine
if the ON/OFF switch or the speed of rotations cannot
be moved properly.
• Make sure that the electrical current corresponds to
the requirements of the type label on the machine.
• Treat your tools with care: they can be extremely sharp.
• Before starting work with the machine, make sure that
objects such as nails and screws have been removed
from the work piece.
• Keep your hands away from rotating tools.
• When turning on the machine, the tools may not touch
the work piece.
• Once you have turned on the machine, let it run for a while
before you make the first cut. Pay attention to any vibrations
or drumming which might indicate an improperly mounted tool.
• Pay attention to the rotational direction of the tool
and the correct entry direction of the work piece.
• Do not leave the running machine unattended.
• Do not touch the tool after the work has been completed.
It can be extremely hot and can burn the skin.
• Rags, cables and similar items should not be left on
the work surface when the machine is in operation.
• After the machine has been in operation for a long period
of time, external metal parts and equipment can get hot.
• Turn the machine off and wait until the tool has come to
a complete stop before removing the work piece from
the table.
• Support the work piece properly.
• Use extra aides, such as horizontal holders, for working
on smaller work pieces.
• Do not let the machine stand in the rain.
Remaining hazards
The machine has been manufactured according to technical
standards and recognized safety rules. Still, when working
with the machine, certain residual risks can come about.
• There can be danger or injury to fingers and hands due to
rotating tools when the work piece is led into the machine
in an inappropriate manner.
• Wood dust or saw dust can present danger to health. It is
imperative that the operator wear personal protection
devices such as goggles. Use an exhaust extraction system!
• Danger of injury due to defective tools. Check regularly
that the tools are in good working order.
• Danger of injury to fingers and hands when changing
the tools. Use appropriate work gloves.
• Danger of injury when the machine is being turned on
due to rotating tools.
• Danger due to the electrical current when the electrical
connections are not properly installed.
• Danger to the operator’s health due to the rotating tools
if the operator has long hair and loose clothing. Personal
protection devices such as hair nets and close-fitting
clothing should be worn.
• In spite of all safety measures being followed there
can still be obvious residual risks.
• Residual risks can be reduced when all the instructions
in general are followed.
WARNING
The use of any equipment or external parts
that is not recommended in this operating instruction
can lead to bodily harm.
This product may only be used for the purposes for which
it was made. Any other use which is not described in these
operating instructions is understood to be inappropriate.
The operator, and not the manufacturer, is responsible for
all damages or injuries which result from improper use.
