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• Considerworkareaenvironment.Donotexposetoolsto
rain.Donotusetoolsindamporwetlocations.Keep
work area welllit. Do not use tools in the presence ot
ammableliquidsorgases.
• Guardagainst electric shock.Avoidbody contactwith
earthed or grounded surtaces
• Keep other people away. Do not let others, especially
children, not involved in the work touch the tool or the
extension lead and keep them away from the work area.
• Storeidletools.Whennotinuse,toolsshouldbestored
in a dry locked-up place, out of reach of children.
• Donotforcethetool.Itwilldothejobbetterandsafer
at the rate for which it was intended.
• Usetherighttool.Donotforcesmalltoolstodothejob
of a heavy duty tool. Do not use tools tor purposes not
intended; for example do not use circular saws to cut
tree limbs or logs.
• Dressproperly.Donotwearlooseclothingorjewellery
theycanbecaughtinmovingparts.Nonskidfootwearis
recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
• Useprotectiveequipment.Usesafetyglasses.Useface
or dust mask if cutting operations create dust.
• Connectdustextractionequipment.Ifdevicesareprovid
ed for the connection of dust extraction and collecting
equipment, ensure these are connected and properly
used.
• Donot abuse thelead. Never pullthe power cableto
disconnectitfromthesocket.Keeptheleadawayfrom
heat, oil and sharp edge.
• Secure work. Where possible use clamps or a vice to
holdthework.It’ssaferthanusingyourhand.
• Don’toverreach.Keepproperfootingandbalanceatall
time.
• Maintaintoolswithcare.Keepcuttingtoolssharpand
clean for better and safer performance. Follow in struc-
tions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect
power cables periodically and if damaged have them
replaced by an authorised service facility. Inspect exten-
sioncablesperiodicallyandreplaceifdamaged.Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
• Disconnecttools.Whennotinuse,beforeservicingand
when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters,
disconnect tools from the power supply.
• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from the tool before turning it on.
• Avoidunintentionalstarting.Ensureswitchisin‘off’po-
sition when plugging in.
• Useoutdoorextensionleads.Whenthetoolisusedout
doors, use only extension leads intended for outdoor use
and so marked.
• Stayalert.Watchwhatyouaredojng,usecommonsense
and do not operate the tool when you are tired.
• Checkdamagedparts.Beforefurtheruseof thetools,
it should be carefully checked to determine that it will
oper ate properly and perform its intended function.
Checkthealignmentofmovingparts,bindingofmoving
parts, break age of parts, mounting and any other condi-
tions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorised service centre unless other wise indicat-
ed in this instruction manual. Do not use the tool if the
switch does not turn on and off.
• Warning.Theuseofanyaccessoryorattachmentother
than one recommended in this instruction manual may
present a risk of personal injury.
• Haveyourtoolrepairedbyaqualiedperson.Thiselec
trictoolcomplieswiththerelevantsafetyrules.Repairs
shouldonlybecarriedoutbyaqualiedpersonusing
original spare parts, otherwise this may result in consid-
erable danger to the user.
Additional Safety Rules for Scroll Saws
• Thisscrollsawisintendedforuseindryconditions,and
for indoor use only.
• Donotcutpiecesofmaterialtoosmalltoholdbyhand
outside the blade guard.
• Avoidawkwardhandpositionswhereasuddenslipcould
cause a hand to move into the blade.
• Alwaysusethebladeguardtoavoidpossibleinjurydue
to blade breakage.
• Neverleavethescrollsawworkareawiththepower01),
or before the machine has come to a complete stop.
• Donotperformlayout,assemblyorsetupworkonthe
table while the cutting tool is in operation.
• Neverturnyourscrollsawonbeforeclearingthetable
ofallobjects:(tools,scrapsofwood,etc)exceptforthe
workpiece and related feed or support devices for the
operation planned.
m Proper use
CE tested machines meet all valid EC machine guidelines as
well as all relevent guidelines for each machine.
• Themachinemustonlybeusedintechnicallyperfect
con dition in accordance with its designated use and the
in structions set out in the operating manual, and only
by safety-conscious persons who are fully aware of the
risks involved in oerating the machine. Any functional
dis orders, especially those affecting the safety of the
machine,sholudtereforeberectiedimmediately.
• 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.
• Themachinemayonlybeused,maintained,andoperat-
ed by persons familiar with it and instructed in its opera-
tion and procedures. Arbitrary alterations to the machine
release the manufacturer from all responsibility for any
resulting damages.
• Themachinemayonlybeusedwithoriginalaccessories
and tools made by the manufacturer.
• Anyotheruseexceedsauthorization.Themanufacturer
is not responsible for any damages resulting from un-
authorized use; risk is the sole responsibility of the op-
erator.
m Remaining hazards
The machine has been built using modern technology in accor-
dance with recognized safety rules. Some remaining hazards,
how ever, may still exist.
• Long hair and loose clothing can be hazardous when
the work piece is rotating. Wear personal protective gear
suchasahairnetandtightttingworkclothes.
• Sawdustandwoodchipscanbehazardous.Wearper
so nal protective gear such as safety goggles and a dust
mask.
• Theuseofincorrectordamagedmainscablescanlead
to injuries caused by electricity.
• Even when all safety measures are taken, some re-