Introduction; Safety Information - Parkside PKS 1700 A1 Bedienungs- Und Sicherheitshinweise

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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 this manual 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 set out
below may result in an electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Keep all the safety information and
instructions in a safe place for future use.
2.1 General safety information on electric
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.
Keep your work area tidy
- Untidy work areas can result in accidents.
Make allowance for ambient conditions
- Do not expose electric power 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.
Guard against electric shock
- Avoid bodily contact with earthed parts
(e.g. pipes, radiators, cookers and
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refrigerators).
Keep children away
- Do not allow other persons to touch the
equipment or cable, keep them away from
your work area.
Keep your electric power tools in a safe
place.
- Unused tools must be stored in a dry,
locked room out of children's reach.
Do not overload your tools
- It will work better and safer when used
within its quoted capacity range.
Use the right tool
- Do not use tools or attachments 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.
Wear suitable work clothes
- Never wear loose fitting 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.
Wear safety goggles.
- Use a dust mask when working on dusty
jobs.
Do not use the cable for purposes other
than that for which it is designed.
- Do not carry the equipment by its cable
and do not use the cable to pull the plug out
of the socket. Protect the cable from heat,
oil and sharp edges.
Secure your workpiece
- Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece
securely. This is safer than using your hand
and also enables you to operate the
machine with both hands.
Do not overstretch.
- Avoid abnormal working postures. Make
sure you stand squarely and keep your
balance at all times.
Take care of your tools
- Keep your tools sharp and clean in order to
work well and safely. Follow the
maintenance information and the
instructions 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 the