General safety rules
Note: Non-observance of these instructions may cause serious injury to
have consequences.
As with all machines, dangers may occur when operating and handling this machine. Safe operation and correct
handling of the machine considerably reduce possible risks of accidents. If the normal precautionary measures are
disregarded, accident risks for the operator are inevitable.
The machine was designed only for the given types of use. We strongly advise you not to modify the machine or
operate it in a way for which it was not designed.
If you have any questions about the operation of this machine, please contact your dealer first, who will be able to
advise you if the Operating Instructions do not provide any clarification.
GENERAL RULES FOR THE SAFE USE OF THE EQUIPMENT
1. For your own safety, always read the operating instructions before starting up the machine, in order to know
the machine, its operation and operating limits, and recognise its specific dangers.
2. Keep protective covers in working order and do not remove them.
3. Always connect electrically operated machines with a mains plug with protective contact to a socket with
protective contact (earth). If intermediate plugs without earthing contact are used, the earthing contact
connection to the machine must be established. Never operate the machine if it is not electrically grounded.
4. Always take out removable clamping levers or keys from the machine. Always check that all removable
parts/elements have been removed before switching on the machine.
5.
Keep work area free of obstacles. Incorrectly adjusted work areas and work surfaces are a real cause of
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accidents
6. Do not operate the machine in hazardous environments. Do not operate the driven machine in damp or wet
rooms or expose it to rain. The lighting of work surfaces and areas must be adequate.
7. Keep children and visitors away from the machine. Always keep children and visitors at a safe distance from
the work area.
8. Secure the workshop or workroom against unauthorised access. Install child locks in the form of lockable bolts,
lockable main switches, etc.
9. Do not overload the machine. The performance of the machine will be improved and its operation safer if it is
operated in the performance ranges for which it is designed.
10. Do not use attachments for work for which they are not designed.
11. Wear proper work clothing; avoid loose clothing, gloves, scarves, rings, necklaces, hand chains or other
jewellery. These could get caught in moving machine parts. Wear shoes with non-slip soles. Wear a headgear
that completely covers long hair.
12. Always wear protective goggles. Proceed in accordance with the accident prevention regulations. Also wear a
dust mask when working with dust.
13. Clamp workpieces. Always use a vice or clamping device to hold the workpiece. This is safer than using your
hand and both hands are free to operate the machine.
14. Pay attention to stability. Always keep your feet and physical balance in such a way as to ensure that you
stand securely.
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