Vari VARIMATIC 300, Instructions For Use Manual

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PROTECT YOUR EYES AND FACE
Any wood processor may throw foreign objects into the eyes. This can cause
permanent eye damage. Always wear safety goggles. Everyday eyeglasses have
only impact resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses.
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EXTENSION CORDS
Improper use of extension cords may cause inefficient operation of the wood
processor, which can result in overheating. Be sure the extension cord is not longer
than 10 m and its section is not less than 2,5 mm
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to allow sufficient current flow to
the motor. Avoid use of free and inadequately insulated connections. Connections
must be made with protected material suitable for outdoor use.
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AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Check that the electric circuit is adequately protected and that it corresponds with
the power, voltage and frequency of the motor. Check that there is a ground
connection. Ground the wood processor. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces. Never open the electric box. Should this be necessary, contact a qualified
electrician. Make sure your fingers do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when
plugging or unplugging the wood processor.
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PREVENT FIRES
Do not smoke or have open flames when operating or refilling the wood processor.
Never operate the wood processor near a flame or candle. Oil is flammable and can
explode.
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KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
Allow only one person to load and operate the wood processor. Always keep
bystanders, including visitors, children and pets away from the work area, especially
when the wood processor is under operation. Only the operator should stand near
the machine and only within the safe operating area prescribed in this manual.
Never use another people to help you with freeing jammed log. No one under the
age of 18 should be allowed to operate the wood processor. Any individual to
operate the wood processor should have the necessary training, skills to perform the
functions properly and safely.
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INSPECT YOUR LOG
Never attempt to cut or split logs containing nails, wire or debris. Always make sure
that both ends of the log you are splitting are cut as square as possible. Branches
must be cut off the trunk.
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DON’T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Never stand on wood processor.
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted. Do not store anything above or near the wood processor where anyone
might stand on the tool to reach it.