Proper Use; General Power Tool Safety Warnings - Scheppach PCS4-20ProS Original Bedienungsanleitung

4. Proper use

The cordless pruning saw is only intended for sawing
wood and branches that do not have a thicker diameter
than the chain bar. This pruning saw is not suitable for
felling trees. The product is not intended for any other
type of application (e.g. cutting masonry, plastic, stone,
metal or wood containing foreign objects such as nails
or screws).
The machine may only be used in the intended man-
ner. Any use beyond this is improper. The user/oper-
ator, not the manufacturer, is responsible for damages
or injuries of any type resulting from this. An element of
the intended use is also the observance of the safety
instructions, as well as the assembly instructions and
operating information in the operating manual.
Persons who operate and maintain the machine must
be familiar with it and must be informed about potential
dangers.
In addition, the applicable accident prevention regula-
tions must be strictly observed.
Other general occupational health and safety-related
rules and regulations must be observed. The liability
of the manufacturer and resulting damages are exclud-
ed in the event of modifications of the machine. The
machine may only be operated with original parts and
original accessories from the manufacturer.
The safety, operating and maintenance specifications
of the manufacturer, as well as the dimensions speci-
fied in the technical data, must be observed.
Please note that our products were not designed with
the intention of use for commercial or industrial purpos-
es. We assume no guarantee if the product is used in
commercial or industrial applications, or for equivalent
work.
The product is intended for use by adults. Children
under the age of 16 may only use the product when
supervised. The manufacturer is not liable for damage
caused by improper use or incorrect operation.
Using the pruning saw for work other than that for
which it is intended may result in serious injury to the
user or other persons.
Any other use not expressly permitted in this operating
manual may result in damage to the product and pose
a serious danger to the user.
The cordless pruning saw must be held with the right
hand on the handle and with the left hand on the grip-
ping surface.
Before using the pruning saw, the user must have read
and understood all the information and instructions in
the instruction manual. The user must wear appropri-
ate personal protective equipment (PPE).

5. General power tool safety warnings

m WARNING - Read all safety information, instruc-
tions, illustrations and technical data for this elec-
tric tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future ref-
erence. The term "electric tool" used in the safety
instructions refers to mains-powered electrical tools
(with a mains cable) and battery-powered electrical
tools (without a mains cable).
m Attention! A pruning saw is a dangerous product
that can cause serious or even fatal injuries if used in-
correctly or carelessly. Therefore, for your safety and
the safety of others, always observe the following safe-
ty instructions and ask a specialist for advice if you are
unsure.
Work area safety
a) Keep your work area clean and well-lit. Clut-
tered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive at-
mospheres, such as in the presence of flam-
mable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while op-
erating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical safety
a) The connection plug of the electric tool must
fit into the socket. Never modify the plug in
any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified
plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of elec-
tric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces,
such as pipes, heaters, ovens and refrigera-
tors. There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
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