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AFTER SALES SUPPORT
1300 855 831
MODEL: HBS20 PRODUCT CODE: 60339 04/2018
AUS
HBS20
Intended use
IV. Intended use
The bandsaw is designed to perform longitudinal and cross cuts on timber or
wood-type materials. To cut round materials you must use suitable holding
devices.
The machine is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. This machine is for do-
mestic DIY use only. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user /
operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any
kind caused as a result of this.
The machine is to be operated only with suitable saw blades. To use the machine
properly you must also observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions
and the operating instructions to be found in this manual.
All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this
manual and must be informed about the machine’s potential hazards.
It is also imperative to observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your
area. The same applies for the general rules of occupational health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the machine nor for
any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the machine is used as prescribed it is still impossible to eliminate
certain residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise in connection with
the machine’s construction and design:
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Damage to hearing if ear-muffs are not used as necessary.
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Harmful emissions of wood dust when used in closed rooms.
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Contact with the blade in the uncovered cutting zone.
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Injuries (cuts) when changing the blade.
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Injury from catapulted workpieces or parts of workpieces.
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Crushed fingers.
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Kickback.
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Tilting of the workpiece due to inadequate support.
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Touching the blade.
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Catapulting of pieces of timber and workpieces.
Please note that our machine has not been designed for use in commercial, trade
or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in
commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.