Safety instructions
For electric tools
Caution! Observe the following basic safety precautions when using electric
tools in order to protect yourself against electric shock, danger of injury and
fire.
Read and observe these rules before using the unit.
Keep the safety instructions in a safe place.
1. Consider environmental influences
Do not expose electric tools to rain. Do not use electric tools in humid or wet
environment. Provide good lighting. Do not use electric tools near flammable
liquids or gases.
2. Protect yourself against electric shock
Avoid contact with earthed objects such as pipes, radiators, stoves,
refrigerators.
3. Keep your tools in a safe place
Unused tools should be kept in a dry, locked room out of the reach of children.
4. Do not misuse the cable
Do not carry the tools by the cable and do not use it to remove the plug from
the socket. Protect the cable against heat, oil and sharp edges.
5. Maintain your tools with care
Keep your tools clean to ensure good and safe operation. Follow the
maintenance instructions. Check plug and cable regularly. If defective, have
them replaced by a service station or by an authorized dealer. Check the
extension cable regularly and replace it, if defective. Make sure the extension
cable is equipped with the prescribed earthing contact. Keep the handles dry
and free from oil and grease.
6. Remove the mains plug
When the unit is out of use, before maintenance work and when mounting
accessories.
7. Avoid unintentional start