GENEREAL USE AND SAFETY WARNINGS
While using electrical tools, several basic safety
precautions must always be followed in order to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shocks and personal
injuries.
Read and understand the manual before start
using this equipment. Save this manual for future
reference.
General
These preventive measures are essential for your
safety. Always use the power tool with care in a
responsible manner and taking into account that the
user is responsible for any accidents caused to third
parties or their property.
The power tool may only be used by persons who have
read the instruction manual and are familiar with the
handling. Before the first use, the user must be
instructed by the seller or another competent person
about the use of the machine, must obtain proper and
practical instructions.
The instruction manual is an integral part of the power
tool and must always be supplied.
Familiarize yourself with the control devices and the use
of the power tool. In particular, the user must know how
to quickly stop the power tool.
Stay alert and use common sense while working with a
power tool. A moment of inattention can result in
serious injury.
Use the power tool only if you are in good physical and
psychic condition. Do not use the power tool if you are
tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication. If you suffer from any health problem, ask
your doctor about the possibility of working with the
power tool.
Never allow children, people with limited physical,
sensory or mental abilities, people with lack of
experience and knowledge of the tool or other people
who are not familiar with the instructions for use to use
the power tool.
The power tool may only be used as described in
this instruction manual. Any other use which
could be hazardous and cause injury to the user or
damage to the power tool is not permitted.
Do not overload the power tool and use the appropriate
tool for purposes other than its intended use and
improper use of accessories can result in dangerous
situations.
For safety reasons, any alteration to the power tool
other than the assembly of accessories authorized by
the manufacturer is prohibited. Any changes made void
the warranty.
Information on authorized accessories can be obtained
from your official VITO distributor.
Electrical Safety
This power tool has double insulation, which
means that every external metallic part is
protected from the electric components. According to
the EN 60745 standard, it is not necessary any earth
connection.
Do not expose power tools to rain, or use them in wet
or humid environments. Water entering a power tool
increases the risk of tool damage and electric shock to
the user.
Do not use this power tool in an explosive
environment, especially in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dusts. Any power tool may
form sparks that might ignite liquids, gases, or dust.
Before operating
Make sure that the brushless cordless impact drill is only
used by who is familiar with the instruction manual.
To ensure a safe operation, you must:
▪ Check the power tool before using it. Check that all
the accessories are correctly assembled and attached
to the power tool and in good conditions. If there is
damage or excessive wear, replace the accessories;
▪ Check that all fixing screws are properly tightened. It
is important to check regularly to ensure the safety
and performance of the power tool;
▪ After assembling the accessories and before using
the tool on a part, perform a test at maximum speed
without load for some time. Check for misalignments
in the moving parts or any other condition that may
affect the operation of the tool. Check that all moving
parts rotate smoothly, without abnormal noise and
sparks on the carbon brushes;
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