Safety instructions
Important information for safe use
These instructions concern installation, op-
eration, handling and maintenance of
product, inserted/mounted tool and equip-
ment.
• It is vital that the operator has read and
fully understood the instructions before
using this product
• Keep instructions safe for future refer-
ence and make sure that the operator has
complete access to them
• Failure to follow these instructions may
cause serious hazards
Our goal is to produce tools that help you work safely
and efficiently.
The most important safety device for this and
for any tool is YOU.
Your care and good judgement are the best protec-
tion against injury.
This power tool must not be modified for product
liability and safety reasons. Only qualified and
trained operators should install, adjust or use this
tool.
All possible hazards cannot be covered here, but
we highlight some of the most important. For addi-
tional safety information consult:
• Other documents and information packed with
this tool
• Your employer, union and/or trade association
• Appropriate standards as referred to in the Section
EC Declaration of Conformity
Further occupational health and safety information
can be obtained from the following web sites:
http://www.osha.gov (USA)
http://europe.osha.eu.int (Europe)
Safety signal words
The safety signal words Danger, Warning, Caution,
and Notice have the following meanings:
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided,
will
result in death or serious in-
jury.
DANGER
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,
could
result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol,
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
NOTICE is used to address practices not related
to personal injury.
NOTICE
Personal precautions and qualifications
Installation, storage, maintenance and dis-
posal
Installation, storage, maintenance and disposal of
the product may only be undertaken by persons who:
• are physically able to handle the bulk, weight and
power of the tool
• are aware of all the relevant national safety instruc-
tions and accident prevention instructions
• have read and understood the operating instruc-
tions
Operation
Operation of the product may only be undertaken by
qualified operators. Operators are qualified if they:
• are physically able to handle the bulk, weight and
power of the tool
• are trained to operate the product in conformity
with national directives
• are aware of all the relevant national safety instruc-
tions and accident prevention instructions
• have read and understood operating instructions
Personal protective equipment
T
WARNING Entanglement hazard
►
Do not wear jewellery and loose clothing
►
Keep neckwear away from tool and accessories
to avoid choking
►
Keep hair away from tool and accessories to avoid
scalping
The personal protective equipment must conform to
the applicable health and safety regulations.
Always wear the following personal protection:
• Safety helmet
• Hearing protection
• Safety goggles with side protection
• Protective gloves
• Safety footwear
Drugs, alcohol and medication
Drugs, alcohol and medication may impair your
judgement and powers of concentration.
T
WARNING Poor reactions and incorrect as-
sessments can lead to serious accidents or
death
►
Never operate the product when you are under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication
►
Prevent other people from using the product if
they are under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication
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Safety and operating instructions
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