Warnings And Safety Instructions - Hitachi DW25EF SKP Bedienungsanleitung

2. Warnings and safety instructions

Operator safety
Always wear a safety face shield or
goggles.
Always wear heavy, long pants, boots
and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing,
jewelry, short pants, sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair so it is above
shoulder length.
Do not operate this unit/machin when
you are tired, ill or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs or medication.
Never let a child or inexperienced person
operate the machine.
Wear hearing protection.
Never start or run the engine inside a
closed room or building. Breathing
exhaust fumes can kill.
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
Keep hands away from drilling
equipment.
Do not grab or hold the unit by the drilling
equipment.
When the unit is turned off, make sure
the drilling attachment has stopped
before the unit is set down.
When operation is prolonged, take a
break from time to time so that you may
avoid possible whitefinger disease which
is caused by vibration.
Unit / machine safety
Inspect the entire unit/machine before
each use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks and make sure all
fasteners are in place and securely
tightened.
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped
or damaged in any way before using the
unit/machine.
Keep others away when making
carburetor adjustments.
Use only accessories as recommended
for this unit/machine by the manufacturer.
WARNING!
Never modify the unit/machine in any
way. Do not use your drilling tool for
any job except that for which it is
intended.
Fuel safety
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where
there are no sparks or flames.
Use a container approved for fuel.
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel
or the unit/machine or while using the
unit/machine.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting
engine.
Move at least 3 m away from fueling site
before starting engine.
Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the
unit/machine. It is recommended that the
fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
Store unit/machine and fuel in area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces. etc.
WARNING!
Antivibration systems do not guarantee
that you will not sustain whitefinger
disease or carpal tunnel syndrome.
Therefore, continual and regular users
should monitor closely the condition of
their hands and fingers. If any of the
above symptoms appear, seek medical
advice immediately.
Drilling safety
Do not drill any material other than that
for which is intended.
Inspect the area to be drilled before each
use. Remove objects which can be
thrown or become entangled.
For respiratory protection, wear an
aerosol protection mask when drilling the
area after insecticide is scattered.
Keep others including children, animals,
bystanders and helpers outside the 5 m
hazard zone. Stop the engine
immediately if you are approached.
Hold the unit/machine firmly with both
hands.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
over-reach.
Keep all parts of your body away from
the muffler and drilling attachment when
the engine is running.
Maintenance safety
Maintain the unit/machine according to
recommended procedures.
Disconnect the spark plug before
performing maintenance except for
carburetor adjustments.
Keep others away when making
carburetor adjustments.
Use only genuine HITACHI replacement
parts as recommended by the
manufacturer.
Transport and storage
Carry the unit/machine by hand with the
engine stopped and the muffler away
from your body.
Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel
tank, and secure the unit/machine before
storing or transporting in a vehicle.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the
unit/machine, It is recommended that the
fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
Store unit/machine out of the reach of
children.
Clean and maintenance the unit carefully
and store it in a dry place
Make sure engine switch is off when
transporting or storing.
When transporting in a vehicle, cover bit
with bit cover or rug.
If situations occur which are not covered
in this manual, take care and use. Contact
HITACHI dealer if you need assistance.
Pay special attention to statements
preceded by the following words:
WARNING!
Indicates a strong possibility of severe
personal injury or loss of life, if
instructions are not followed.
CAUTION!
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or
equipment damage, if instructions are not
followed.
NOTE!
Helpful information for correct function and
use.
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