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c) Make sure that the appliance cannot start up accidentally. Ensure that the electric tool is switched
off before you connect it to the power supply and/or insert the battery, or pick up or carry the tool. If
your tool or if you connect the appliance to the mains when it is switched on, this can lead to
accidents.
d) Remove keys and wrenches before switching on the electric tool. A tool or key which comes into
contact with rotating parts of the appliance can lead to injuries.
e) Avoid abnormal working postures. Make sure you stand squarely and keep your balance at all
times. In this way, you can control the electric tool better in unexpected circumstances.
f) Wear suitable work clothes. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep hair, clothes and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair can get trapped in moving parts.
g) If vacuuming devices and draining devices can be fitted , make sure that these are correctly
attached and correctly used. The use of a dust extraction system can reduce the danger posed by
dust.
4. Usage and treatment of the electric tool
a) Do not overload the appliance. Use the correct tool for your work. You will be able to work better
and more safely within the given performance boundaries.
b) Do not use an electric tool with a defective switch. An electric tool that cannot be repaired.
c) Pull the plug out of the socket and/or remove the battery before making any adjustments to the
appliance, changing accessories or put the appliance down. This safety measure prevents starting
the electric tool unintentionally.
d) Keep unused electric tools out of the reach of children. Do not allow people who are not familiar
with the appliance or who have not read these instructions to use the appliance. Electric tools are
dangerous if they are used by inexperienced people.
e) Clean your electric tool carefully. Check whether moving parts are functioning properly and not
jamming, whether parts are broken or damaged enough that the functioning of this electric tool is
affected. Have damaged parts repaired before using the appliance. Many accidents are caused by
badly maintained electric tools.
f) Keep your cutting tools sharp and clean. Carefully maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges will jam less and are easier to control.
g) Make sure to use electric tools, accessories, attachments, etc. in accordance with these instruc-
tions. Take the conditions in your work area and the job in hand into account. Using electric tools for
any purpose other than the one for which they are intended can lead to dangerous situations.
5. Using and handling the cordless tool
a) Ensure that the tool is switched off before you insert the battery. Inserting a battery into an electric
tool that is switched on can cause accidents.
b) Only charge the batteries in chargers that are recommended by the manufacturer. A charger that
is designed for a certain type of battery becausemay pose a fire risk if it is used with other types of
battery.
c) Use only the correct batteries in the electric tools. The use of other batteries may result in injuries
and a fire risk.
d) Keep unused batteries away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws and other metallic
objects that could cause a short circuit between the contacts. A short circuit between the battery
contacts may cause burns or a fire.
e) In case of incorrrect use, fluid may escape from the battery. Avoid contact with it. If you touch it by
accident , rinse the affected are with water. If you get the fluid in your eyes, also seek medical
advice. Leaking battery fluid can cause skin irritation or burns.
