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11. Safety Instructions
Basic safety instructions. Caution: Read these before using the device
When using the engraving unit, referred to hereinafter as the “electrical device”, the following basic
safety measures are to be respected to provide protection against electric shock, injury, and the risk of
fire.
Read and observe all these instructions before you use the electrical device. Keep these Safety
Instructions in a safe place.
Only use the electrical device in accordance with the instructions and observing the general
safety and accident prevention regulations.
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Take account of environmental influences.
Do not use the electrical device in damp or wet surroundings. Ensure that you have good lighting.
Operation in the open air is prohibited.
Do not use the electrical device in the vicinity of combustible fluids or gases.
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Check the electrical device for possible damage.
On each occasion before using the electrical device, the protective devices or easily damaged parts
must be carefully checked for proper problem-free function. Check whether the moving parts are
functioning properly and not jamming, or whether any parts are damaged. All the parts must be
correctly fitted and fulfil all the conditions to guarantee the problem-free operation of the electrical
device. Damaged protective devices and parts must be properly repaired or replaced by an approved
specialist workshop, unless indicated otherwise in the operating instructions. Damaged switches must
be replaced at a customer service workshop. Do not use any electrical devices on which the switch
does not allow it to be turned on and off.
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Keep away from children.
Do not allow other people to touch the electrical device or the cable. Keep other people away from your
work area. Only allow the electrical device to be handled by trained personnel. Young persons may only
operate the electrical device if over the age of 16, if this is required to achieve the aim of their training,
and if they are under the supervision of a technical specialist.
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Protect yourself from electric shock.
Avoid bodily contact with earthed parts, such as pipes, radiators, ovens, or refrigerators. The electrical
device is equipped with an earthed conductor. Only connect the plug to a socket with earthing contact.
The electrical device is only to be operated with the mains by way of a 30mA residual current circuit
breaker.
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Wear suitable work clothing
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which could become caught by moving parts. If you have long
hair, wear a hairnet.
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Use personal protective equipment.
Wear protective goggles. Wear ear defenders to provide protection against noise > 85 dB (A). If working
in heavily dust-laden environments wear a respirator mask.
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Do not use the cable for purposes for which it was not intended.
Never carry the electrical device by the cable. Do not use the cable to pull the plug out of the socket.
Protect the cable against heat, oil, and sharp edges.
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Keep your work area in good order.
A disorderly work area can result in accidents.
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Avoid an abnormal bodily posture.
Ensure you have a secure place to stand and keep your balance at all times.
