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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in the Instruction Manual before
operating or maintaining this power tool.
Most accidents that result from power tool operation and maintenance are caused by the failure to observe basic safety
rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing a potentially hazardous situation before it occurs,
and by observing appropriate safety procedures.
Basic safety precautions are outlined in the “SAFETY” section of this Instruction Manual and in the sections which
contain the operation and maintenance instructions.
Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identi
fi
ed by WARNINGS on the power
tool and in this Instruction Manual.
NEVER
use this power tool in a manner that has not been speci
fi
cally recommended by metabo HPT.
MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS
WARNING
indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if ignored, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or
may cause machine damage.
NOTE
emphasizes essential information.
MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS
Symbols
The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
instruction manual.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection.
CAUTION
Do not stare at operating lamp.
WARNING
Always wear hearing protection.
SAFETY
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and speci
fi
cations provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fi
re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
fl
ammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
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