General Power Tool Safety Warnings; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - BTI PROFILINE TS 59E Manuel D'utilisation

This product also complies with Directive 2004/108/EC.
For more information, please contact BTI at the address
below, or refer to the back of the manual.
J. Dietz
General Manager
BTI Befestigungstechnik GmbH
D-74653 Ingelfi ngen, 15.09.2009
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read
the instruction manual.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and
instructions Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electric shock,
fi re and/or serious injury.
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. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence 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. Distractions 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. Unmodifi 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)
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
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e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
f)

3) PERSONAL SAFETY

a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always
c)
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
f)
g) If devices are provided for the connection of
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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
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.
use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the infl uence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
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.
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.
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
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.
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
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