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MAFELL, with the machine having to rest on the
workpiece with its base plate 3 (Fig. 1). The machine
may be operated by one person only. At the same
time, the machine must be held and guided by its two
handles 1 and 2 provided for that purpose.
Any other use than described above is not
permissible. The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for any damage arising from such other use.
So as to use the machine as intended, comply with
the operating, maintenance and repair instructions
specified by Mafell.
2.8
Residual risks
Danger
Even if used in accordance with its
intended purpose and despite
conforming with the safety
instructions, residual risks caused
by the intended use that can lead
to health consequences will always
remain.
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Touching the running saw chain below the base
plate.
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Touching the standing saw chain below the base
plate.
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Machine backlash if the blade gets stuck in the
workpiece.
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Tearing of the saw chain.
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Ejection of timber cuttings.
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Touching live parts with the housing open and the
mains plug not removed.
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Hearing can be impaired when working for long
periods without ear protectors.
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Emission of harmful wood dusts during longer
operation without extraction.
3
Safety instructions
Danger
Always observe the following safety
instructions and the safety
regulations applicable in the
respective country of use!
General instructions:
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Children and adolescents must not operate this
machine. This rule does not apply to young
persons receiving training and being supervised by
an expert.
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Never work without the protection devices
prescribed for the respective operating sequence
and do not make any changes to the machine that
could impair safety.
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When operating the machine outdoors, use of an
earth-leakage circuit-breaker is recommended.
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Do not carry the machine by its cable and do not
use the cable to pull the plug out of the socket
outlet.
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Pay attention that the cable is protected against oil
and heat and is not pulled across sharp edges.
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Damaged cables or plugs must be immediately
replaced. Replacement may only be carried out by
Mafell or an authorised MAFELL service workshop
in order to avoid safety hazards.
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Avoid sharp bends in the cable. Especially when
transporting and storing the machine, do not wind
the cable around the machine.
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Always check before beginning work, whether the
protection and work equipment is safely attached
and not damaged. Damaged protection devices
and parts must be repaired or replaced
appropriately.
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Consider environmental influences. Do not expose
the machine to rain and avoid working in a damp
or wet environment as well as near to combustible
liquids or gases.
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Store the device in a dry, locked place outside the
reach of children.
Instructions on the use of personal protective
equipment:
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Always wear ear protectors during work.
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Always where a dust mark during work.
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Always wear closely fitting work clothes (no shorts)
and take off rings, wristbands, and watches.
Instructions on operation:
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Provide for an unobstructed and slip-proof location
with adequate lighting.
