Safety
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Safety instructions for dust extraction
Dust from materials whose constituents include paint coats containing lead,
some types of wood, minerals and metal could be harmful to health. Coming into
contact or inhaling such dust could cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory
illness on the part of the user or persons in the immediate vicinity. Certain
dusts such as oak or beech dust are considered carcinogenic, particularly in
combination with wood treatment additives (chromate, wood preservatives).
− Always use a dust extractor if possible.
− Use a special extractor to extract types of dust, which are particularly
harmful to health, carcinogenic or dry.
− Make sure the work area is adequately ventilated.
− Wear a P2 dust mask (filter class) when performing work that produces
dust. If the multifunction tool has a port for dust extractors and/or dust
collectors, connect the dust extractor to it.
− Observe the regulations in your country that apply to the materials you
intend to work on.
− When disposing of dust, be particularly careful as the dust of some
materials may be explosive. Do not dispose of sanding dust in fire.
Mixtures of dust particles containing oil or water could spontaneously
ignite over time.
Safety precaution for fire prevention
− Keep an extinguisher on hand.
In the event of wood and paper fires: powder fire extinguisher (fire class ABC) or
foam fire extinguisher (fire class AB).
For electrical fires: carbon dioxide (CO
2
) fire extinguisher (fire class B).
Safety precautions for persons with medical implants
Every power tool generates an electromagnetic field during operation that may
interfere with the functioning of medical implants (e.g. pacemakers) under
unfavourable conditions.
Before working with the power tool:
− Consult a physician.
− Ask the manufacturer of your implant.
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