General Safety Rules - Hilti VC 40 Mode D'emploi

m) Check to ensure that the appliance is
switched off before plugging the supply
cord into a power outlet.

5.4 General safety rules

a) Use the right appliance for the job. Do
not use the appliance for purposes for
which it was not intended. Use it only as
directed and when in faultless condition.
b) Never leave the appliance unattended.
c) Take the influences of the surrounding
area into account. Do not use the ap-
pliance where there is a risk of fire of
explosion.
d) Protect the appliance from frost.
e) CAUTION - Store appliances in a secure
place when not in use.When not in use, ap-
pliances must be stored in a dry, high place
or locked away out of reach of children.
f) With vacuum cleaners of the class M,
take care to ensure that the hose socket
cap is fitted when the appliance is trans-
ported or not in use.
g) Always unplug the supply cord from the
power outlet when the appliance is not
in use (during breaks), before cleaning
and maintenance and before changing
the filter.
h) Switch the appliance off before trans-
porting it.
i) Check the appliance and its accessories
for any damage. Guards, safety devices
and any slightly damaged parts must be
checked carefully to ensure that they
function faultlessly and as intended.
Check that moving
correctly without sticking and that no
parts are damaged. All parts must be
fitted correctly and fulfill all conditions
necessary for correct operation of
the appliance.
safety devices and other parts must
be repaired or replaced properly at
an authorized service center unless
otherwise indicated in the operating
instructions.
j) Check that the filter is seated correctly.
Check to ensure that the filter is undam-
aged.
k) Have your appliance serviced by a qual-
ified repair person using only identical
parts function
Damaged guards,
replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the appliance is maintained.
l) Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories,
the appliance. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the
appliance accidentally.
m) Use the appliance and its accessories
etc. in accordance with these instruc-
tions and in the manner intended for the
particular type of appliance, taking into
account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use of appliances
for applications different from those inten-
ded could result in a hazardous situation.
n) Do not pull the wheels of the vacuum
cleaner over the supply cord.
o) The water level limiting device must be
cleaned regularly with a brush in accord-
ance with instructions and checked for
signs of damage.
5.5 Mechanical
a) Follow the instructions concerning care
and maintenance.
b) Maintain the machine carefully. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the machine's
operation. If damaged, have the machine
repaired before use. Poor maintenance of
electric appliances is the cause of many
accidents.
5.6 Electrical
a) The appliance's supply cord plug must
match the outlet. Never modify the plug
in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) appliances. Un-
modified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Insert the plug
earthed/grounded power outlet which
has been correctly and safely installed
or storing
in a suitable
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