Safety instructions and product liability
Before beginning to use your machine please read
all safety instructions carefully.
– Unplug the power cable whenever the machine is not
in use, before the machine is serviced, before changing
the blade etc.
– Ensure that the machine is switched off before inserting
the plug in the socket.
– Check plug and cable for damage before inserting.
If damage is found, have it replaced by a technician
immediately.
– Before the machine is put to use, ensure that the rated
voltage on the rating plate corresponds with the mains
voltage. The machine is only suitable for AC power
supplies.
– The machine is double insulated and has a two-conductor
cable without ground conductor. The machine can be
connected to an ungrounded socket without risk.
– Do not drill into the motor housing (e.g. to attach
labels) since this damages the double insulation. Use
adhesive labels only.
– The protective elements of the machine are to be used
at all times. Working without fully functioning protective
elements is prohibited.
– Always wear ear protection and protective glasses
when working with the machine. Wearing protective
gloves and good shoes is imperative.
– Always
hold the machine with both hands
and
make sure you have a firm footing.
– Never touch the rotating cutting blade.
– Only use the tools designated by the manufacturer
(see accessories).
– When changing the tools follow the instructions by the
manufacturer. Only use professionally sharpened tools.
– It is not permitted to fix the base plate in position
when the tool is emerged.
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– Sliding the tool in and out of its housing needs to be
smooth and easy.
– Only use well sharpened tools to avoid damage of the
cutter.
– The use of the machine is only permitted for dry work.
– When cutting wood and stone always attach an ade-
quate dust extraction.
– Cutting of asbestos or artificial mineral fibres with the
machine is prohibited.
– Do not clamp the machine in a fixed position and nor
use it as a stationary tool.
– Always keep the power cable in a safe distance from
the cutting blade, lead the power cable backwards
away from the machine.
– Before cutting always make sure there are no electrical
installations, gas or water pipes in the area of the cut.
The area of the cut is to be checked, e.g. with a metal
location device.
– Cutting can produce sparks. Therefore make sure that
no one is endangered and that there are no inflammable
materials in the area of the sparks.
– Check the direction of the rotation of the blade.
– Damaged blades are to be exchanged immediately and
are not to be used anymore.
– Only use blades designed for manual feed.
– Only use the machine for the intended use mentioned
in this manual.
– Protect the machine from rain and moisture.
– To guarantee problem-free use of the machine utilize
only original accessories and spare parts.
– The manufacturer and vendor refuse product liability if
the original state of the tool has been altered in any way.
