• Consider work area environment. Do not expose tools to
rain. Do not use tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
work area welllit. Do not use tools in the presence ot
flammable liquids or gases.
• Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact with
earthed or grounded surtaces
• Keep other people away. Do not let others, especially
children, not involved in the work touch the tool or the
extension lead and keep them away from the work area.
• Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be stored
in a dry locked-up place, out of reach of children.
• Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and safer
at the rate for which it was intended.
• Use the right tool. Do not force small tools to do the job
of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools tor purposes not
intended; for example do not use circular saws to cut
tree limbs or logs.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery
they can be caught in moving parts. Nonskid footwear is
recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
• Use protective equipment. Use safety glasses. Use face
or dust mask if cutting operations create dust.
• Connect dust extraction equipment. If devices are provid
ed for the connection of dust extraction and collecting
equipment, ensure these are connected and properly
used.
• Do not abuse the lead. Never pull the power cable to
disconnect it from the socket. Keep the lead away from
heat, oil and sharp edge.
• Secure work. Where possible use clamps or a vice to
hold the work. It's safer than using your hand.
• Don't over reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
time.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and
clean for better and safer performance. Follow in struc-
tions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect
power cables periodically and if damaged have them
replaced by an authorised service facility. Inspect exten-
sion cables periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
• Disconnect tools. When not in use, before servicing and
when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters,
disconnect tools from the power supply.
• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from the tool before turning it on.
• Avoid unintentional starting. Ensure switch is in 'off' po-
sition when plugging in.
• Use outdoor extension leads. When the tool is used out
doors, use only extension leads intended for outdoor use
and so marked.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are dojng, use common sense
and do not operate the tool when you are tired.
• Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tools,
it should be carefully checked to determine that it will
oper ate properly and perform its intended function.
Check the alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, break age of parts, mounting and any other condi-
tions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorised service centre unless other wise indicat-
ed in this instruction manual. Do not use the tool if the
switch does not turn on and off.
• Warning. The use of any accessory or attachment other
than one recommended in this instruction manual may
present a risk of personal injury.
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• Have your tool repaired bya qualified person. This elec
tric tool complies with the relevant safety rules. Repairs
should only be carried out by a qualified person using
original spare parts, otherwise this may result in consid-
erable danger to the user.
Additional Safety Rules for Scroll Saws
• This scroll saw is intended for use in dry conditions, and
for indoor use only.
• Do not cut pieces of material too small to hold by hand
outside the blade guard.
• Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could
cause a hand to move into the blade.
• Always use the blade guard to avoid possible injury due
to blade breakage.
• Never leave the scroll saw work area with the power 01),
or before the machine has come to a complete stop.
• Do not perform layout, assembly or set up work on the
table while the cutting tool is in operation.
• Never turn your scroll saw on before clearing the table
of all objects: (tools, scraps of wood, etc) except for the
workpiece and related feed or support devices for the
operation planned.
m Proper use
CE tested machines meet all valid EC machine guidelines as
well as all relevent guidelines for each machine.
• The machine must only be used in technically perfect
con dition in accordance with its designated use and the
in structions set out in the operating manual, and only
by safety-conscious persons who are fully aware of the
risks involved in oerating the machine. Any functional
dis orders, especially those affecting the safety of the
machine, sholud terefore be rectified immediately.
• The safety, work and maintenance instructions of the
manufacturer as well as the technical data given in the
calibrations and dimensions must be adhered to.
• Relevant accident prevention regulations and other,
gene rally recognized safety-technical rules must also be
adhered to.
• The machine may only be used, maintained, and operat-
ed by persons familiar with it and instructed in its opera-
tion and procedures. Arbitrary alterations to the machine
release the manufacturer from all responsibility for any
resulting damages.
• The machine may only be used with original accessories
and tools made by the manufacturer.
• Any other use exceeds authorization. The manufacturer
is not responsible for any damages resulting from un-
authorized use; risk is the sole responsibility of the op-
erator.
m Remaining hazards
The machine has been built using modern technology in accor-
dance with recognized safety rules. Some remaining hazards,
how ever, may still exist.
• Long hair and loose clothing can be hazardous when
the work piece is rotating. Wear personal protective gear
such as a hair net and tight fitting work clothes.
• Saw dust and wood chips can be hazardous. Wear per
so nal protective gear such as safety goggles and a dust
mask.
• The use of incorrect or damaged mains cables can lead
to injuries caused by electricity.
• Even when all safety measures are taken, some re-