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Service

 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical

replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

6 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WALL CHASER

 Working safety with this machine is possible only after the operating manual and safety

instructions have been read completely and the instructions contained therein are strictly
followed.

 The machine is for hand-held use and is not intended for stationary use. Do not fix in a

vice or a similar clamping device.

 Switch the machine off and allow the machine to come to a complete stop before putting

the machine down.

 Do not cut chases in materials which contain asbestos.
 Use only diamond cutting discs suitable for dry cutting, cutting discs must have a

maximum permitted no-load speed at least equal to the machine

’s maximum no-load

speed. Do not use the diamond discs with a diameter greater than 150mm, Use only
diamond cutting discs with a 22.2mm bore. Reduce rings or adapters may not be used.

 The diamond cutting discs must be undamaged and correctly mounted.
 Always run the machine at no load for at least 30 seconds before starting work. Damaged,

out-or-round or vibrating diamond cutting discs may not be used.

 Protect the diamond cutting disc from impact, shock and grease.
 The machine can kick back and/or the diamond cutting disc can break if the diamond

cutting disc jams in the cut. Switch the machine off immediately if the diamond cutting
discs jams in the cut.

 Hold the machine with both hands and maintain a stable posture when working with the

machine.

 Always lead the cable away to the rear of the machine.
 Ensure the machine is switched off before connecting the machine to the mains.
 Switch the machine on and allow the machine to reach full speed before starting the

cutting.

 Never touch rotating diamond cutting discs.
 Observe the direction of rotation, hold the machine so that spark and/or dust fly away form

your body. Sparks can also cause hidden fires.

 Exercise caution when cutting chased in supporting walls. Consult the engineer if

necessary.

 Ensure there are no hidden cables, cable conduits, water pipes or gas pipes beneath the

surface of the wall you wish to cut.

 Contact with live cables is potentially deadly and can lead to fire.
 Damage to water pipes can lead to property damage or to electric shock.
 Use cable or pipe detector to locate hidden pipes or cables or consult the engineer.
 Do not cut walls clad with wood or insulation material, the high levels of heat produced by

the diamond cutting discs may lead to fire.

 Use the machine only at a safe distance from any inflammable materials in the area.
 Bear in mind that flying sparks produced while working can cause fires.

Warning: The diamond cutting discs continue to rotate after the machine
has been switched off, never stop the diamond cutting discs by applying
lateral pressure.

 The machine may only be operated when connected to a suitable vacuum device, the

vacuum device must be fitted with a filter for masonry dust and be approved for work with
masonry dust.