General Safety Warnings; Protective Equipment; Safe Operation - F.F. Group SCMS-DB 305 PLUS Notice Originale

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read and understand this owner's manual before op-
erating this product. You can help prevent accidents
by being familiar with your product's controls and by
observing safe operating procedures and safety signs.
Always use your common sense to avoid all situations
considered beyond your capability. Do not use while
you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or any other medication. Keep bystanders and animals
that could be hurt, as well as items that could be dam-
aged away, while operating. Never allow children or
people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
product. Local laws may restrict the minimum age of
the operator. Bear in mind that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or unexpected events oc-
curring to other people, animals or their property. Do
not expose the product to excessive moisture, dust,
dirt or corrosive vapors. Do not mount equipment or
accessories on the machine not foreseen or approved
by the manufacturer. Never attempt to modify the
product. Non-authorized modifications or accessories
can result in serious personal injury or the death of the
operator or others. Consult your authorized dealer for
disassembly and service, not covered in this manual. If
something breaks or an accident occurs while working,
turn off the machine immediately and move it away to
prevent further damage. In case foreign body has en-
tered the machine, stop it immediately, inspect it for
any damage and make repairs before starting it again.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Make sure that you use appropriate and certified
protective equipment when operating the unit.
Always wear clothing which does not hamper
movements, protective gloves, goggles, half-
mask respirator, ear protection and anti-shear
safety boots with non–slip soles. Never wear
scarves, necklaces or any hanging or flapping ac-
cessory and clothing that could catch in the ma-
chine. Tie up your hair if it is long.
FIRE AND BURN HAZARDS
Electric equipment malfunctions can cause sparks
which could ignite flammable material.
Make sure that you keep your work area clean and
tidy and do not use the machine near flammable
material. If a fire occurs, use an appropriate fire
extinguisher.
Do not touch rotating parts after working. Some
surfaces may become very hot during use and
should be allowed time to cool down before
touching them.
CATEGORY SAFETY WARNINGS

SAFE OPERATION

All of the operational levers of the machine must
move from one position to the other easily and
must not need forcing. The electric cables and in
particular the main plug cable must be in perfect
condition to avoid the generation of any sparks
or the risk of electric shock. The handgrips and
protection devices must be clean and dry as well
as securely fastened to the machine. Operate the
machine with both hands. Make sure that you
always use the correct tool for each job in order
to avoid machine failure or injury and avoid over-
loading the machine. The voltage and frequency
ratings of the electricity supply must be within
the specifications of the machine. Make sure that
the machine switch is off when plugging it in, in
order to avoid risk due to unintentional starting.
Remove any keys and wrenches from the machine
before operating.
Make sure that you stop the machine and unplug
it from mains:
When mounting or removing accessories and
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tools.
Whenever you leave the machine unattended.
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During cleaning or maintenance.
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During machine repositioning, transportation or
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storage.
In case of a malfunction or jam of the machine,
switch the machine off immediately and remove
it from power source. The machine should not be
started again if the jam is not cleared or the mal-
function amended, at an authorized service cen-
ter when needed. The machine could potentially
jam when:
The machine is overloaded.
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The work piece to be machined is jammed.
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ELECTRICITY HAZARDS
Make sure that the electric cables of the machine
and the mains plug, that it is connected to, are in
good condition and not worn. Never use a dam-
aged machine or a machine with damaged or
worn electric cables and plugs. Do not expose the
machine and the electric cables to wet conditions
and never touch when wet. Use a socket outlet
with ground contact.
Do not come in contact with grounded surfaces or
electric cables, to avoid the risk of electric shock.
Do not use the cable to pull the plug out of the
socket.
To prevent damage to the power cable, always
lead the power cable away from the rear of the
machine and protect it from heat, oil and sharp
objects. . When the machine is to be used out-
doors, use only extension cords intended for
outdoor use. The cross section of any extension
cable must measure at least 1,5mm
connection must be protected by an appropriate
fuse.
ROTATING PARTS HAZARDS
Rotating parts can cause serious injury. Avoid
contacting the rotating parts when they are still
in rotation and make sure that you keep anything
that could be trapped in the operating machine,
such as loose hair and clothing, away. Keep your
hands away from the machining area when oper-
ating the machine.
Work pieces and tools can ricochet and lead to in-
jury and property damage. Make sure that the ma-
chine and tools are always in good condition. Use
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