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be rectified immediately.
• The safety, work and maintenance instructions
of the manufacturer as well as the technical data
given in the calibrations and dimensions must be
adhered to.
• Relevant accident prevention regulations and other,
gene rally recognized safety-technical rules must
also be adhered to.
• The machine may only be used, maintained, and
operated by persons familiar with it and instructed
in its operation and procedures. Arbitrary alterations
to the machine release the manufacturer from all
responsibility for any resulting damages.
• The machine may only be used with original
accessories and tools made by the manufacturer.
• Any other use exceeds authorization. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any damages
resulting from un authorized use; risk is the sole
responsibility of the operator.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-
signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial
applications. Our warranty will be voided if the
equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial
businesses or for equivalent purposes.

5. Safety information

Attention! The following basic safety measures
must be observed when using electric tools for
protection against electric shock, and the risk of
injury and fire. Read all these notices before using
the electric tool and keep the safety instructions for
later reference.
Safe work
Keep the work area orderly
1
Disorder in the work area can lead to acci-
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dents.
Take environmental influences into account
2
Do not expose electric tools to rain.
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Do not use electric tools in a damp or wet
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environment.
Make sure that the work area is well-illuminat-
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ed.
Do not use electric tools where there is a risk
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of fire or explosion.
Protect yourself from electric shock
3
Avoid physical contact with earthed parts (e.g.
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pipes, radiators, electric ranges, cooling units).
Keep children away
4
Do not allow other persons to touch the equip-
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ment or cable, keep them away from your work
area.
Securely store unused electric tools
5
Unused electric tools should be stored in a dry,
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elevated or closed location out of the reach of
children.
Do not overload your electric tool
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They work better and more safely in the speci-
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fied output range.
Use the correct electric tool
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Do not use low-output electric tools for heavy
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work.
Do not use the electric tool for purposes for
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which it is not intended. For example, do not
use handheld circular saws for the cutting of
branches or logs.
Do not use the electric tool to cut firewood.
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Wear suitable clothing
8
Do not wear wide clothing or jewellery, which
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can become entangled in moving parts.
When working outdoors, anti-slip footwear is
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recommended.
Tie long hair back in a hair net.
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Use protective equipment
9
Wear protective goggles.
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Wear a mask when carrying out dust-creating
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work.
Connect the dust extraction device
10
If connections for dust extraction and a col-
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lecting device are present, make sure that
they are connected and used properly.
Operation in enclosed areas is only permitted
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with a suitable extraction system.
Do not use the cable for purposes for which it is
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not intended
Do not use the cable to pull the plug out of
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the outlet. Protect the cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
Secure the workpiece
12
Use the clamping devices or a vice to hold the
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workpiece in place. In this manner, it is held
more securely than with your hand.
An additional support is necessary for long
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workpieces (table, trestle, etc.) in order to
prevent the machine from tipping over.
Always press the workpiece firmly against
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the working plate and stop in order to prevent
bouncing and twisting of the workpiece.
Avoid abnormal posture
13
Make sure that you have secure footing and
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always maintain your balance.
Avoid awkward hand positions in which a
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sudden slip could cause one or both hands to
come into contact with the saw blade.
Take care of your tools
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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean in order to
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be able to work better and more safely.
Follow the instructions for lubrication and for
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tool replacement.
Check the connection cable of the electric tool
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regularly and have it replaced by a recognised
specialist when damaged.
Check extension cables regularly and replace
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them when damaged.
Keep the handle dry, clean and free of oil and
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grease.