Intended Use; Safety Information - Scheppach DP16VLS Consignes D'utilisation Et De Sécurité

5. Intended use

The bench drill is designed for drilling in metal, wood, plastic
and tiles. Straight shank drills with a drilling diameter from 3
mm to 16 mm can be used.
The device is intended to be used by do-ityourselfers. It was not
designed for heavy commercial use. The tool is not to be used
by persons. under the age of 16. Children over the age of 16
may use the tool except under supervision. The manufacturer is
not liable for damage caused by an improper use or incorrect
operation of this device.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use
in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty
will be voided if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or
industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

6. Safety information

General Safety Instructions
m Caution!
When using power tools, observe the following basic safety
measures for the prevention of electric shocks and the risk of
injury and fire: There is a risk of injury.
Read all these notices before using the electric tool and keep
the safety instructions for later reference.
General Safety Instructions for Power Tools
m WARNING!
Read all safety instructions and guidelines carefully.
Failure to follow the safety instructions and guidelines may re-
sult in electric shock, fire and/or serious injuries.
Save all safety instructions and guidelines for the
future.
The term „power tool" used in the safety instructions refers to
mains-operated electric tools (with a mains cable) and to bat-
tery-operated electric tools (without a mains cable).
Safe working
1. Keep your work area tidy
- An untidy workplace can lead to accidents.
2. Consider environment influences
- Do not expose power tools to rain.
- Do not use power tools in damp or wet surroundings.
- Ensure the work area is adequately lit.
- Do not use power tools where there is a fire or explosion
hazard.
3. Protect yourself against electric shock
- Avoid body contact with earthed parts (e.g. pipes, radia-
tors, electric cookers, refrigerators).
4. Keep other people away
- Do not allow other people, especially children, to touch the
power tool or cable. Keep them away from your work area.
5. Store unused power tools safely.
- Unused power tools should be stored in a dry, high or
locked place, out of the reach of children.
6. Do not overload your power tool.
- Your work better and more safely within the specified
power range.
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7. Use the correct power tool
- Do not use low-performance machines for heavy work.
- Do not use the power tool for purposes for which it is not
intended. For example, do not use use a circular hand saw
for cutting tree branches or logs.
8. Wear suitable clothing
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that might be-
come caught in moving parts.
- When working outdoors, non-slip footwear is recommend-
ed.
- Wear a hair net to contain long hair.
9. Use protective equipment
- Wear safety goggles.
- Use a dust mask for work which generates dust.
10. Connect a dust extraction device
- If connections are available for dust extraction and col-
lection devices, make sure that these are connected and
properly used.
11. Do not use the cable for purposes for which it is not in-
tended
- Do not use the cable to pull the plug from the socket.
- Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure the workpiece
- Use jigs or a vice to hold the workpiece securely. This is
safer than using your hand.
13. Avoid abnormal body postures.
- Ensure secure footing and keep your balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care
- Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer
working.
- Follow the instructions for lubrication and changing tools.
- Regularly check the connection cable of the power tool
and, if it is damaged, have it replaced by a qualified spe-
cialist.
- Check extension cords periodically and replace them if
they are damaged.
- Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15. Remove the plug from the mains socket
- When the power tool is not in use, before maintenance
and when changing tools such as saw blades, drill bits,
cutters.
16. Do not allow any tool keys to remain inserted.
- Check, before switching on, that keys and adjusting tools
have been removed.
17. Avoid unintentional starting
- Make sure that the switch is off when inserting the plug
into the socket.
18. Use extension cables outdoors
- Only use approved and appropriately marked extension
cables outdoors.
19. Pay attention at all times
- Pay attention to what you are doing. Work using common
sense. Do not use the power tool if you cannot concentrate.
20. Check the power tool for possible damage
- Before further use of the power tool, safety devices or
slightly damaged parts must be carefully examined in re-
spect of their proper and intended function.
- Check that the moving parts are working properly and are
not jammed or whether parts are damaged. All parts must
be correctly fitted and satisfy all conditions to ensure the
proper operation of the power tool.