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10 – English
OPERATING
Protective equipment
General
• Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help
in the event of an accident.
Personal protective equipment
You must use approved personal protective equipment
whenever you use the machine. Personal protective
equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce
the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your
dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.
Always wear:
• Approved protective helmet
• Hearing protection
• Protective goggles or a visor
• Breathing mask
• Heavy-duty, firm grip gloves.
• Tight-fitting, heavy-duty and comfortable clothing that
per
mits full freedom of movement.
• Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole.
Other protective equipment
• Fire Extinguisher and Shovel
• Always have a first aid kit nearby.
General safety precautions
This section describes basic safety directions for using the
machine. This information is never a substitute for
professional skills and experience.
• Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make
sure y
ou understand the instructions before using the
machine.
• Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for accidents
or hazards occur
ing to other people or their property.
• The machine must be kept clean. Signs and stickers must
be fully legib
le.
Always use common sense
It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can
face. Always exercise care and use your common sense. If
you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop and seek
expert advice. Contact your dealer, service agent or an
experienced user. Do not attempt any task that you feel
unsure of!
Water cooling
Water cooling must always be used. This cools the blades and
increases their life and prevents dust build-up.
There is a restrictor in the water hose that reduces the water
flo
w.
NB! It is important not to use a too high water flow without
throttling as the belt can then slip.
!
WARNING! The use of products such as
cutters, grinders, drills, that sand or form
material can generate dust and vapours
which may contain hazardous chemicals.
Check the nature of the material you intend
to process and use an appropriate breathing
mask.
Long-term exposure to noise can result in
permanent hearing impairment. So always
use approved hearing protection. Listen out
for warning signals or shouts when you are
wearing hearing protection. Always remove
your hearing protection as soon as the
engine stops.
!
CAUTION! Sparks may appear and start a
fire when you work with the machine. Always
keep fire fighting equipment handy.
!
WARNING! The machine can be a dangerous
tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which
can cause serious or fatal injury to the
operator or others.
Never allow children or other persons not
trained in the use of the machine to use or
service it.
Never allow anyone else to use the machine
without first ensuring that they have
understood the contents of the operator’s
manual.
Never use the machine if you are fatigued,
while under the influence of alcohol or
drugs, medication or anything that could
affect your vision, alertness, coordination or
judgement.
!
WARNING! Unauthorized modifications and/
or accessories may lead to serious injury or
death to the user or others. Under no
circumstances may the design of the
machine be modified without the permission
of the manufacturer.
Do not modify this product or use it if it
appears to have been modified by others.
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out
the checks, maintenance and service
instructions described in this manual. Some
maintenance and service measures must be
carried out by trained and qualified
specialists. See instructions under the
heading Maintenance.
Always use genuine accessories.
!
WARNING! This machine produces an
electromagnetic field during operation. This
field may under some circumstances
interfere with active or passive medical
implants. To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injury, we recommend persons with
medical implants to consult their physician
and the medical implant manufacturer
before operating this machine.