Introduction; Safety Information - Parkside PDS 120 A1 Originalbetriebsanleitung

1. Introduction

Important.
When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must
be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the
complete operating instructions and safety information with
due care. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place
so that the information is available at all times. If you give the
equipment to any other person, hand over these operating
instructions and the safety information as well. We cannot
accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise
due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety
information.

2. Safety information

CAUTION
Read all the safety information and instructions.
Any errors made in following the safety information and
instructions may result in an electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Keep all safety information and instructions in a safe
place for future use.
2.1 General safety information on elec-
tric power tools
Important. The following safety precautions must be taken
when using electric power tools in order to protect the user
from electric shocks and the risk of injury and fire. Read and
follow these instructions before using the equipment.
1 Keep your work area tidy
Untidy work areas can result in accidents.
2 Check the ambient conditions
Do not expose electric tools to rain. Never use electric power
tools in damp or wet locations. Provide good lighting. Do not
use electric power tools near flammable liquids or gases.
3 Protect yourself against electric shocks
Avoid bodily contact with earthed parts, e.g. pipes, radia-
tors, cookers and refrigerators.
4 Keep children away
Do not allow other persons to touch the tool or cable, keep
them away from your work area.
5 Keep your electric power tools in a safe place
Unused tools must be stored in a dry, locked room out of
children's reach.
6 Do not overload your tools
They will work better and more safely within their specified
capacity range.
7 Use the right tools
Do not use tools or attachments which are too weak for
heavy duty work. Never use tools on jobs for which they are
not intended; for example, do not use a hand-held circular
saw to fell trees or lop off branches.
8 Wear suitable work clothes
Never wear loose fittings clothes or jewelry. They may get
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-slip shoes
are recommended when working outdoors. Wear a hair net
if you have long hair.
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9 Use personal safety equipment.
Wear safety goggles. Use a dust mask when working on
dusty jobs.
10 Do not use the cable for purposes other than that for
which it is designed.
Do not carry the equipment by the cable and do not use the
cable to pull the plug out of the socket. Protect the cable from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
11 Secure the workpiece
Use clamps or a vise to secure the workpiece. This is safer
than using your hand and also enables you to operate the
machine with both hands.
12 Do not overstretch
Avoid abnormal working postures. Make sure you stand
squarely and keep your balance at all times.
13 Take care of your tools
Keep your tools sharp and clean in order to work well and
safely. Follow the maintenance information and the instruc-
tions for changing tools. Check the power plug and cable on
a regular basis and have them replaced by an authorized
specialist if they are damaged. Check theextension cable
regularly and replace it if damaged. Keep handles dry and
free from oil and grease.
14 Pull out the power plug
When tools are not in use, before starting any maintenance
work or when changing attachments such as saw blades,
drill bits and all kinds of mounted tools.
15 Always remove keys and wrenches after use
Always check that keys, wrenches and other adjusting tools
have been removed before you switch on the equipment.
16 Avoid unintentional starting
Never carry a tool with your finger on the switch button
while the tool is connected to the power supply. Make sure
that the switch is turned off when connecting the tool to the
power supply.
17 When using an extension cable outdoors
Check that it is approved for outdoor duty and is marked
accordingly.
18 Be alert at all times
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense when work-
ing. Never use the tool when you are distracted.
19 Check your tool for damage
Before using the tool again, check the safety devices or
any slightly damaged parts to ensure that they are in good
working order. Check that the moving parts are working cor-
rectly, that they do not jam, and that no parts are damaged.
Make sure that all parts are fitted correctly to ensure that the
equipment remains safe to use. Unless otherwise stated in
the operating instructions, damaged guards and parts have
to be repaired or replaced by a customer service workshop.
Damaged switches have to be replaced by a customer
service workshop. Never use an electric power tool with a
switch that cannot be turned on and off.
20 Important.
For your own safety you must only use the accessories
and additional units listed in the operating instructions or
recommended or specified by the manufacturer. The use of
mounted tools or accessories other than those recommended
in the operating instructions or catalog may place your
personal safety at risk.