Proper Use; Residual Risks; Safe Working - ATIKA BS 205-2 Originalbetriebsanleitung

Proper use

 The device is suitable for cutting wood, wood like materials
and plastics.
 Round materials (logs, pipes, etc.) are not permitted to be
cut without a special device for this purpose.
 When endwise sawing plain work pieces a suitable stop
angle must be used for a safe guidance.
 Only materials that can be safely placed are allowed to be
cut.
 The intended usage also includes compliance with the
operating, servicing and repair conditions prescribed by the
manufacturer and following the safety instructions included
in the instructions.
 Follow the relevant accident prevention rules for operation
and other generally recognised health and safety at work
rules.
 Any other use is deemed not to be use as prescribed. The
manufacturer is not liable for any type of damage resulting
from this: the user bears the sole risk.
 Unauthorised modifications on the device exclude a liability
of the manufacturer for damages of any kind resulting from
it.
 Only persons who are familiarised with the device and
informed about possible risks are allowed to prepare,
operate and service this device. Repair works may only be
carried out by us or by a customer service agent nominated
by us.
 This machine must not be used in an explosive environment
or exposed to rain.
 Metallic parts (wires etc.) have unconditionally to be
removed from the material to be cut.

Residual risks

Even if used properly, residual risks can exist even if the
relevant safety regulations are complied with due to the design
determined by the intended purpose.
Residual risks can be minimised if the "Safety advices" and the
"Intended usage" as well as the whole of the operating
instructions are observed.
Observing these instructions, and taking proper care, will
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment.
 Risk of injury to fingers and hands by the tool (saw band) or
work piece, e.g. during saw band replacement.
 Injury by catapulted workpiece parts.
 Throwback of the workpiece or workpiece parts.
 Breakage and expulsion of saw band.
 Risk from electricity when using improper electrical
connections.
 Touching live parts of opened electrical components.
 Impairment of hearing when working on the machine for
longer periods of time without ear protection.
 Emission of harmful wood dust when working without
shavings exhaustor.
In addition, in spite of all the precautionary measures taken,
non-obvious residual risks can still exist.
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Safe working

Woodworking machines can be dangerous if not used
properly. If electrical tools are used, the fundamental
safety precautions must be met to preclude the risks of
fire, electric shock and injuries to persons.
Before starting this device, read and keep to the following
advice. Also observe the preventive regulations of your
professional association and the safety provisions
applicable in the respective country, in order to protect
yourself and others from possible injury.
Pass the safety instructions on to all persons who work
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with the machine.
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Keep these safety instructions in a safe place.
 Make yourself familiar with the equipment before using
it, by reading and understanding the operating
instructions.
 Be attentive. Be careful what you do. Behave sensibly
when working. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
 Do not overreach. Provide a safe standing position and
keep at any time the balance.
 Wear suitable work clothes:
 Do not wear loose-fitting clothes or jewellery, they could
be caught by movable parts.
 - slip-proof shoes
 Hairnet in case of long hair
 Wear personal protective equipment:
 Ear protection (the noise level on the workplace may
exceed 85 dB (A))
 Safety goggles
 Dust mask with work activities generating dust
 Only operate the band saw on a
 firm
 level
 slip-free
 vibration free surface
 Keep your workplace in an orderly condition! Untidiness can
result in accidents.
 Provide a safe standing position and keep at any time the
balance. Do not lean forward.
 Take environmental influences into consideration:
 Do not expose the machine to rain.
 Do not use the machine in humid or wet environment.
 Provide for good illumination.
 Do not use this machine near inflammable liquids or
gases.
 The wood dust generated during operation impedes the
necessary view and is harmful to health to some degree.
Unless the machine is used outdoors, it must be
connected to a chip exhaust system (e.g. portable dust
remover).
 Never leave the machine unattended.