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Be careful at all times. Pay attention to what you are
doing. Use common sense when working. Do not use
any motor appliance when you are tired. You must not
work with the appliance when you are under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or pharmaceuticals negatively
affecting the ability to respond.
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Watch out for any damaged parts. Check the
appliance before using it. Are any parts damaged? In
case of slight damage, please consider seriously
whether the appliance would work perfectly and safely.
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Approved parts to be used only. Only identical spare
parts to be used for any servicing and repair. For that
purpose, contact an authorised service centre. Make
sure the moving parts are balanced and adjusted
properly. Do parts fit into each other properly? Are any
parts damaged? Is everything installed properly? Are all
other conditions for perfect working satisfied? Any
damaged protective equipment, etc. must be adequately
repaired or replaced by authorised persons, unless
otherwise explicitly provided in the Operating
Instructions. Any defective switches need to be replaced
by an authorised service centre. Please contact your
local service centre for any scheduled repairs.
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Warning! Use of accessory equipment and extensions
not explicitly recommended in these Operating
Instructions may result in putting persons and items at
risk.
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Do not incline from the place of your work Avoid
abnormal body posture. Make sure you are standing
safely and keep balance at all times.
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Protect your appliance against moisture and rain.
Never use the appliance when raining or in a damp,
wet environment.
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Do not switch the appliance on if turned over or not in
the working position.
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After using the appliance, unplug it and check whether
the appliance is not damaged.
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The system voltage must match the voltage specified
on the type label.
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The electric cable must be regularly checked for any
signs of damage or aging. The appliance must not be
used if the electric cable is not in a perfect state.
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Unplug the appliance before any check, cleaning and
work on the appliance and when the appliance is not
being used.
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Compare the type label voltage details with the existing
supply.
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Make sure that other items do not cause short circuit on
the appliance contacts.
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Never put the plug out of socket by the electric cable.
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Persons who are not able to operate the appliance
due to their physical, sensory or mental skills or
their lack of experience or knowledge must not use
the appliance.
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If the appliance or electric cable shows any visible
damage, the appliance must not be put into
operation.
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If the electric cable of the appliance is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer or an
electrician.
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Repairs of the appliance may only be executed by an
electrician. There may be significant risks as a result
of unauthorised repairs.
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The same regulations apply to the accessory
equipment.
Güde GmbH & Co. KG will not be held liable for the
following damage:
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Damage to the appliance as a result of
mechanical influences and overloading.
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Changes to the appliance
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Use for purposes other than those specified in
the Operating Instructions.
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All safety instructions need to be necessarily
followed to prevent any injuries and damage.
Appliance-specific safety instructions
Pay attention to what you are doing. Work reasonably.
Use the appliance only in an appropriate environment
and do not expose it to dampness or humidity.
Provide adequate lighting for your work.
Switch the appliance immediately off in dangerous situation or
when experiencing technical troubles.
Tools and accessory equipment approved by the
manufacturer to be used only. Using any not approved
parts represents a significant risk of injury.
Children must be supervised to be prevented from
playing with the appliance.
Never touch the appliance with wet hands
Do not overload the appliance. Work within the specified
power range at all times.
To prevent injuries, the workpiece must be secured (e.g. by
clamping in a vice)!
Do not wear any loose clothing or jewels as they
could get caught by the moving parts of the appliance and
cause serious injuries!
A hairnet must necessarily be worn if you have long
hair!
Wear a breathing mask for any dusty work!
Never let the spanner inserted in an unattended
appliance!
Use as designated
The appliance has been designed for dividing, grinding or
polishing metals, stones and ceramics. Any other use is
strictly prohibited!
Any other use will be considered a use in conflict with the
designation. The manufacturer will not be liable for any
consequential damage and injuries. Please be sure to know
that our appliances have not been designed for industrial
purposes.
Safety instructions for operating the appliance
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Appliance to be used with RCD only!
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Risk of life by electric shock!
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Never touch exposed cables with bare hands.
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Make sure the electric cable and plug are dry before
putting the appliance into operation.
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Put the appliance in a dry place protected against
spraying water.
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Protect the appliance against aggressive fumes and salt
or moist air.
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Protect the appliance and cables against rain and
moisture.
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Do not put the cables over items with sharp edges.
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Do not lay the cables sharply bent.
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Do not pull the cable.
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Lay the cables in a way to prevent a risk of tripping.
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