Items Supplied; Proper Use - HERKULES H-BW 600 Mode D'emploi

Anleitung H-BW 600 SPK7
1. Tool description (Fig. 1)
1 Motor
2 Fixed saw blade cover
3 Moving saw blade cover
4 Saw blade
5 Frame
6 Feed cradle
7 Switch/plug block
8 Handle
9 Chassis
10 Return spring
11 Transport lock / support foot

2. Items supplied

Firewood drag saw
CV saw blade
Tool to change the saw blade

3. Proper use

The firewood drag saw is designed for cross-cutting
firewood within the specified dimensions (see
technical data) in a feed cradle that pivots towards
the saw blade. This tool is only designed for outdoors
use and for operation by one person. Other persons
must remain a safe distance away from the tool
whilst it is operating.
The machine is to be used only for its prescribed
purpose.
Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse.
The user/operator and not the manufacturer will be
held liable for damage and/or injuries of any kind that
result from such misuse. The machine is to be
operated only with suitable saw blades (saw blades
made of HM or CV) It is prohibited to use any type of
HSS saw blade and cutting-off wheel. To use the
machine properly you must also observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the
operating instructions to be found in this manual.
All persons who use and service the machine have
to be acquainted with this manual and must be
informed about the machine's potential hazards.
It is also imperative to observe the accident
prevention regulations in force in your area.
The same applies for the general rules of
occupational health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes
made to the machine nor for any damage resulting
from such changes.
Even when the machine is used as prescribed it is
still impossible to eliminate certain residual risk
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factors. The following hazards may arise in
connection with the machine's construction and
design:
Contact with the saw blade in the uncovered
saw zone.
Reaching into the running saw blade (cut
injuries).
Kick-back of workpieces and parts of work-
pieces.
Saw blade fracturing.
Catapulting of faulty carbide tips from the saw
blade.
Damage to hearing if ear-muffs are not used as
necessary.
Harmful emissions of wood dust when used in
closed rooms.
4. Important information
Please read the directions for use carefully and
observe the information provided. It is important to
consult these instructions in order to acquaint
yourself with the machine, its proper use and safety
precautions.
Safety information
Warning: When using electric tools it is imperative
to take the following basic safety precautions in
order to reduce the risk of electric shock, injury
and fire.
Take due note of all this information before and
while working with the saw.
Do not lose these safety regulations.
Guard against electric shock
Avoid body contact with earthed parts.
When equipment is not being used it should be
kept in a dry, closed place out of children's reach.
Keep mounted attachments sharp and clean to
enable you to work well and safely.
Check the power cable regularly and have it
replaced by an authorized specialist at the first
sign of any damage.
Check your extension cables regularly and
replace them if damaged.
When working outdoors, use only extension
cables that are approved for outdoor use and
which are marked accordingly.
Concentrate on what you are doing. Use common
sense when working. Do not operate the tool if
your mind is not on your work.
Never use an electric tool with a switch that
cannot be turned on and off.
Warning! The use of other tools and accessories
may put you at risk of injury.
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