14 English
Safety rules
1300ABH-EN / 0903
EN
Always assume a safe standing position and hold
the power tool securely in both hands.
If the chisel becomes jammed unexpectedly, the
power tool will jolt.
Always grasp the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces whenever you are performing work dur-
ing which the tool insert may strike concealed
power cables or its own mains cable.
If the tool touches a live power line, the charge
passes to the metallic parts of the power tool,
causing an electric shock.
Take protective measures if there is danger of for-
mation of combustible or explosive dust during op-
eration that can be hazardous to health.
Example: Some dusts can be carcinogenic. Wear
a dust mask and work with a dust/chip extraction
unit, if possible to connect.
Always wait until the machine has come to a com-
plete stop before placing it down.
The tool insert can jam and lead to loss of control
over the power tool.
During operation, always ensure that the mains
and extension cable is to the rear away from the
device.
This prevents anyone from tripping over the cable
while working.
Contact with electric lines can lead to fire and
electric shock. Damaging a gas line can lead to
explosion. Penetrating a water line causes dam-
age to property or electric shock.
The tool insert jams if:
y
the power tool becomes overloaded or
y
the tool tilts in the workpiece
Before starting work, check that the retaining
screws are tightened and that the mains connec-
tion is grounded.
This will minimise your risk of personal injury.
Residual risk.
Although this information sheet
and the operating manuals for our electrical tools
contain extensive instructions on safe working
with electrical tools, every electrical tool involves
certain residual risks that cannot be completely
prevented through safety mechanisms. Therefore,
electrical tools must always be operated with the
necessary caution.
Secure the workpiece.
A workpiece clamped with clamping
devices or in a vice is held more
secure than by hand.
Do not work on stone containing
crystalline silica (SiO2).
This will produce dust which is dan-
gerous to your health.
Do not work on materials containing
asbestos.
Asbestos is considered carcinogenic!
Move the switch to the "OFF" position
before removing the plug from the
plug socket.
When the tool is reconnected to the
mains accidental starting of the
machine is avoided, thus reducing
the risk of accidents.
Tools not in use must be locked away
safely in a dry place out of the reach
of children.
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Use appropriate detectors to deter-
mine if utility lines are hidden in the
work area or call the local utility com-
pany for assistance.
Switch the power tool off immediately
if the tool insert gets jammed. Be pre-
pared for high torque levels if the tool
kicks back.
Never use the machine with a dam-
aged cable. Do not touch the dam-
aged cable and pull the mains plug
when the cable gets damaged during
operation.
Damaged cables increase the risk of
electric shock.
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