General Safety Instructions For Power Tools - REMS Power-Press SE Notice D'utilisation

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Translation of the Original Instruction Manual
The respective latest sales literature applies for the use of REMS pressing tongs,
REMS Mini pressing tongs, REMS pressing rings with adapter tongs, REMS pressing
heads and REMS expanding heads for the different pipe connection systems, see
also www.rems.de → Downloads → Product Catalogues, Brochures. If the system
manufacturer alters components of pipe connection systems or markets new ones,
their current application status must be enquired about at REMS (Fax +49 7151
17 07 - 110 or e-mail info@rems.de). Subject to change and error.
Fig. 1 – 21
1 Pressing tongs/ Mini pressing
tongs
2 Tongs retaining bolt
3 Button
4 Bolt
5 Press rollers
6 Housing grip
7 Rotation direction lever
8 Safety inching switch
9 Pistol grip
10 Pressing jaw
11 Pressing contour (pressing tongs)
12 Bolt
13 Reset button
14 Pressing heads
15 Expander
16 Expanding head

General Safety Instructions for power tools

WARNING
Read all the safety notes, instructions, illustrations and technical data which
come with this power tool. Failure to heed the following instructions can lead to
electric shock, fi re and/or severe injuries.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power
tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Untidiness or poorly lit working areas can
lead to accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the pres-
ence of fl ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distrac-
tions can cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmod-
ifi ed plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock
if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk tool will increase the risk of electr tool will increase the risk of electr of electr of electric shock.
d) Do not misuse the connecting cable to carry or hang up the power tool or
to pull the plug out of the socket. Keep the connecting cable away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving tool parts. Damaged or knotted cables
increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the infl u-
ence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protec-
tion used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the
tool. Carrying power tools with your fi nger on the switch or energising power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A
wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
17 Expanding jaws
18 Expanding mandrel
19 Adapter tongs / adapter tongs Mini
20 Pressing ring
21 Pressing segment
22 Pressing contour (pressing ring or
pressing segments)
23 Machine status check
24 Locking nut
25 Battery
26 Graduated charging level indicator
(REMS batteries 21.6 V)
27 Rotary sleeve
(REMS Power-Press XL ACC)
28 Pressure indicator
(REMS Akku-Press 22 V ACC)
ic shock.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust coll-
ection can reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not take your safety for granted and ignore the safety rules for power
tools even if you are very familiar with the power tool after frequent use.
Careless handling can lead to severe injury within split seconds.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power
tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from
the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power
tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and gripping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and gripping surfaces prevent safe handling and control of the
power tool in unforeseeable situations.
5) Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specifi ed by the manufacturer. A charger
that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fi re when used
with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifi cally designated battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fi re.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like
paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that
can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause burns or a fi re.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs, fl ush with water. If liquid contacts
eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
e) Do not use a damaged or modifi ed battery. Damaged or modifi ed batteries
can behave unexpectedly and lead to fi res, explosions or injuries.
f) Do not expose a battery for fi re or high temperatures. Fire or temperatures
above 130 °C (265 °F) can cause an explosion.
g) Follow all the instructions for charging and never charge the battery or the
cordless tool outside the temperature range specifi ed in the operating
instructions. Incorrect charging or charging outside the permitted temperature
range can destroy the battery and increase the fi re risk.
6) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualifi ed repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
b) Never service damaged batteries. All maintenance of batteries should only be
carried out by the manufacturer or authorised customer service points.
Safety instructions for presses
WARNING
Read all the safety notes, instructions, illustrations and technical data which
come with this power tool. Failure to heed the following instructions can lead to
electric shock, fi re and/or severe injuries.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
● Do not use the power tool if it is damaged. There is a danger of accident.
● Hold the power tool fi rmly by the housing grip (6) and pistol grip (9) and
make sure you are standing fi rmly when working. The power tool produces
a very high pressing force. It is safer to hold the tool with both hands. Therefore
be very careful. Keep children and bystanders away while operating the power tool.
● Do not reach into moving parts in the pressing area/expanding area. There
is a risk of injury by crushing fi ngers or hands.
● Never operate radial presses with the tongs retaining bolt unlocked (2).
There is a risk of fracture and fl ying parts can cause serious injuries.
● Always position the radial press with pressing tongs, Mini pressing tongs,
pressing ring with adapter tongs on the press fi tting at a right angle to the
pipe axis. If the radial press is positioned askew to the pipe axis, its high drive
force will pull it to a right angle to the pipe axis. This could crush hands or other
parts of the body and/or there is a risk of fracture whereby fl ying parts can cause
serious injuries.
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