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WMV-Dresden, Ersatzteilservice für Elektrowerkzeuge, Motor- und Gartengeräte
E N G L I S H
Safety instructions
When using Power Tools, always observe the safety regulations
applicable in your country to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury. Read the following safety instructions before attempting
to operate this product. Keep these instructions in a safe place!
General
1 Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
2 Consider work area environment
Do not expose Power Tools to humidity. Keep work area well lit.
Do not use Power Tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3 Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators,
cookers and refrigerators).
For use under extreme conditions (e.g. high humidity, when metal
swarf is being produced, etc.) electric safety can be improved by
inserting an isolating transformer or a (FI) earth-leakage circuit-breaker.
4 Keep children away
Do not let children come into contact with the tool or extension cord.
Supervision is required for those under 16 years of age.
5 Extension cords for outdoor use
When the tool is used outdoors, always use extension cords intended
for outdoor use and marked accordingly.
6 Store idle tools
When not in use, Power Tools must be stored in a dry place and
locked up securely, out of reach of children.
7 Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can be caught in moving
parts. Preferably wear rubber gloves and non-slip footwear when
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to keep long hair out
of the way.
8 Wear safety goggles
Also use a face or dust mask in case the operations produce dust or
flying particles.
9 Beware of maximum sound pressure
Take appropriate measures for the protection of hearing if the sound
pressure of 85 dB(A) is exceeded.
10 Secure workpiece
Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is safer and it frees both
hands to operate the tool.
11 Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12 Avoid unintentional starting
Do not carry the plugged-in tool with a finger on the switch.
Be sure that the switch is released when plugging in.
13 Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
14 Disconnect tool
Shut off power and wait for the tool to come to a complete standstill
before leaving it unattended. Unplug the tool when not in use, before
servicing or changing accessories.
15 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches are removed from the
tool before operating the tool.
16 Use appropriate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction manual.
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy-duty
tool. The tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
intended.
Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment and performance of
any operation with this tool, other than those recommended in this
instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.
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17 Do not abuse cord
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to disconnect from the socket.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
18 Maintain tools with care
Keep the tools in good condition and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow the instructions for maintenance and changing
accessories. Inspect the tool cords at regular intervals and,
if damaged, have them repaired by an Elu authorized repair agent.
Inspect the extension cords periodically and replace them if damaged.
Keep all controls dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
19 Check for damaged parts
Before using the tool, carefully check it for damage to ensure that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
misalignment and seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. Have damaged guards
or other defective parts repaired or replaced as instructed.
Do not use the tool if the switch is defective. Have the switch replaced
by an Elu authorized repair agent.
20 Have your tool repaired by an Elu authorized repair agent
This Power Tool is in accordance with the relevant safety regulations.
To avoid danger, electric appliances must only be repaired by qualified
technicians.
Additional safety rules for flip-over saws
• Do not use the saw to cut other than aluminium, wood or similar materials.
• Connect the machine to a dust collection device when sawing wood.
• Select the correct saw blade for the material to be cut.
• Use correctly sharpened blades. Observe the maximum speed marked
on the sawblade.
• Use only saw blades recommended by the manufacturer and which
conform to EN847-1.
• Make sure the floor area around the machine is level, well maintained
and free of loose materials e.g. chips and off-cuts.
• Make sure adequate general or localized lighting is provided.
• Wear suitable personal protective equipment when necessary, including:
- hearing protection to reduce the risk of induced hearing loss;
- respiratory protection to reduce the risk of inhalation of harmful dust;
- gloves for handling saw blades and rough material. Saw blades
should be carried in a holder wherever practicable.
• Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the workpiece from
the cutting area whilst the saw is running and the saw head is not in
the rest position.
• Replace the table insert when worn.
• Report faults in the machine, including guards or sawblades,
to your dealer as soon as they are discovered.
• Ensure that the upper portion of the saw blade is completely enclosed
in the mitre sawing mode. Do not use the saw without the guards in
position, in good working order and properly maintained.
• Ensure that the arm is securely fixed in the working position in the
bench sawing mode.
• Ensure that the arm is securely fixed when bevelling in the bench saw
mode.
• Take care when grooving during the bench saw operation by using
appropriate guarding system. Slotting is not allowed.
Additional safety rules for mitre saws
• Make sure that the blade rotates in the correct direction. Keep the
blade sharp. Do not use blades of larger or smaller diameter than
recommended. For the proper blade rating refer to the technical data.
• Make sure all locking knobs and clamp handles are tight before starting
any operation.
• Check periodically that the motor air slots are clean and free of chips.
• Disconnect the machine from the mains before carrying out any
maintenance work or when changing the blade.
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