5 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This machine is not suitable for use by persons (or children) with physical, sensory, or mental
disabilities or those with lacking proper experience and/or knowledge, unless supervised by a
person responsible for their safety or receiving instruction from the latter on how to use the
machine.
For the sake of safety, this machine is not to be used by children and persons under the age of
16, or by persons unfamiliar with the operating instructions.
5.1 Electric safety precautions:
▪ Caution: In order to prevent accidents and injuries from electrical shock: Only connect the
machine to a power outlet with a leakage current switch (differential switch) with a max.
permitted leakage current of 30mA.
▪ Make sure the mains voltage is the same as that indicated on the specification plate.
▪ Do not expose machine to moisture. Machine may not get damp nor be used in a damp
environment.
▪ Always check power lead and plug for damage prior to using machine. Avoid contact with
grounded parts.
▪ This machine contains spark generating components inside. Do not use machine near
combustible liquids or gasses. Negligence could lead to risk of fire or explosion.
▪ Do not pull on power lead to remove plug from electric socket. Do not expose cable to
heat; keep away from oil and sharp edges.
▪ Only use extension chord of at least 1.0 mm2 diameter. Always unwind rolled up cable
prior to use; check cable for damage.
▪ For use outdoors, only use permissible extension chords.
▪ Keep power lead and extension cable at safe distance from grinding wheel and saw chain.
In case of damage, immediately remove plug from socket. Do not touch cable until
disconnected from power outlet.
▪ Do not use damaged cables and plugs, or ones that do not meet safety regulations.
▪ A worn-out power lead for this machine must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
customer service department, or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent hazard.
