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Never place your hand near the rotating accessory. Accessory may kickback over
your hand.
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Do not position your body in the area where power tool will move if kickback
occurs. Kickback will propel the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at
the point of snagging.
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Use special care when working corners, sharp edges etc. Avoid bouncing and
snagging the accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag
the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kickback.
2.1.3 Residual risks
Even if you use this tool correctly, there are always residual risks. The following
hazards may arise in connection with the structure and manufacture of this
power tool:
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Hearing impairment if no suitable hearing protection is worn.
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Cuts if no suitable protective clothing is worn.
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Health damage resulting from vibration in the hands and arms if the device
is used for a long period of time or is not handled and maintained properly.
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Inhalation of particles
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Inhalation of exhaust gases
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Skin contact with oil / gasoline
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Inhalation of gasoline / oil vapors
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Contact with projected objects
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Burns when touching with hot surfaces
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Prolonged use of this product exposes the operator to vibration and can
produce so-called "white finger" disease. To reduce the risk, wear gloves
and keep your hands warm.
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If any of the symptoms of "white finger syndrome" occur, seek immediate
medical attention. Symptoms of the "white finger" include numbness, loss of
sensitivity, tingling, pain, loss of strength, color changes or skin condition.
These symptoms usually appear on the fingers, hands or wrists. Risk
increases at low temperatures.
