ROTHENBERGER PORTACUT 185 - Manual (Page 17)

1. Safety Comments
1.1 Use in accordance with the regulations
The machines are only to be used for cutting as described in the specifications. The machines are only to be used for cutting as described in the specifications.
1.2 General safety rules
WARNING! Read all instructions. WARNING! Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated The term power tool in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated
(corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1) Work area 1) Work area
a) a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flam mable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
c) c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety 2) Electrical safety
a)
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs
and matching out lets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is earthed or grounded.
c) c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or un Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or un
plugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for out When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for out
door use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety 3) Personal safety
a) a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of in attention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
b) b) Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such Safety equipment such
as dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries. conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging
in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
d) d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
e) e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away rom moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can
be caught in moving parts.
g) g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of these devices
can reduce dust related hazards.
4) Power tool use and care 4) Power tool use and care
a)
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The The
correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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