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c) General safety warnings for power tools
• Do not overload power tools. Only use power tools for their intended purpose. A suitable tool does the
job better and, more importantly, more safely.
• Check the on/off switch before each use. Using the tool with a damaged on/off switch hinders control of
the tool and is therefore very dangerous.
• Always remove the battery before adjusting or storing the appliance, or changing attachments/
accessories. This prevents you from turning the appliance on by accident.
• Keep power tools out of the reach of children. Do not allow people who are unfamiliar with the appliance
and/or have not read and understood these original operating instructions to use it. Power tools are very
dangerous in the hands of inexperienced users.
• Service the tool regularly and check for signs of damage, dirt, incorrect settings, wear and tear or other
issues that may present a hazard. Ensure that damaged devices are repaired by a specialist before use.
Poorly maintained tools often lead to accidents.
• Do not use the tool with worn or dirty insertion tools. Only use suitable insertion tools. Blunt or unsuitable
insertion tools can get caught easily and lead to a loss of control over the tool.
• Use the tool and its accessories only for the specified purpose and in accordance with these original
operating instructions. Also pay attention to the working conditions and the task that you plan to carry
out. Improper use can lead to hazardous situations.
• Only use accessories and attachments that are compatible with the slots on the device.
• Never attempt to switch off safety mechanisms.
• Do not use the device on wet materials.
• Switch the device off immediately if the drive becomes blocked.
• Keep the handles and surfaces of the tool dry, clean and free of oil or lubricants. Slipping during operation
will lead to a loss of control and accidents.
• Hold the tool firmly. A sudden stop of the drive transfers the kinetic energy to the tool itself. This may
cause the tool to fall out of your hands – risk of injury!
• Condensation may form when the product is brought from a cold room into a warm one (e.g. during
transportation). This can damage the product!
For this reason, allow the product to warm up to room temperature before using it or inserting the battery.
This may take several hours.
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