Personal Safety - Scheppach HL1100GE Originalbetriebsanweisung

• Before servicing the unit, you must first turn off
the engine and allow the engine and transmission
to cool.
• Remember, exhaust vapours are dangerous. Never
turn on the machine in a confined space.
• Dispose of used engine oil in accordance with the
customary rules. Turn off the engine immediately if
you notice unusual noises or vibrations.
• Unusual noises or vibrations are usually warnings of
major problems.
3.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Be alert, work conscientiously and exercise appro­
priate caution when using the machine. Do not use
the tool if you are tired or are under the influence of
drugs/medication or alcohol.
• One moment of carelessness or lack of attention
when using the machine can cause serious
• bodily injury!
• Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE),
including safety goggles.
• Wearing personal protective equipment such as a
dust mask, non­slip footwear, protective headgear
and ear muffs (depending upon the type of machine
and the particular application) reduces the risk of
sustaining injury.
• Wear ear­muffs.
• The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.
• Wear a breathing mask.
• Dust which is injurious to health can be generated
when working on wood and other materials. Never
use the device to work on any materials containing
asbestos!
• Wear safety goggles.
• Sparks generated during working or splinters, chips
and dust emitted by the device can cause loss of
sight.
• Remove adjusting tools/wrench(es) prior to switching
on the power tool.
• A tool or wrench that is positioned inside a rotating
power tool part can cause injury.
• Do not overestimate your abilities. Make sure you
stand squarely and keep your balance at all times.
• This way, you will be able to have better control over
the tool in unexpected situations.
• Wear suitable clothes. Never wear loose fitting clo­
thes or jewelry. Keep hair, clothes and gloves away
from moving parts.
• Loose clothing, dangling jewelry and long hair can
be caught by moving parts.
4. Service
• Have your tool repaired only by authorized specia­
lists using original replacement parts. This will en­
sure that your tool remains safe to use.
SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE WOOD SPLITTER
WARNING:
The use of this powerful machine can give rise to special
types of danger. Take particular care to
protect both yourself and all other persons in the vicinity.
You should comply with basic precautionary
measures at all times in order to minimise the risk of
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