Anleitung BAFS 18
07.04.2003
GB
1. General safety and accident
prevention regulations
To work safely with this machine and to prevent acci-
dents it is imperative to read the following safety
regulations and operating instructions in full and to
put all the information into practice.
Always check the machine, the power cable and
the plug before use. Only ever use the machine if
it is in perfect, undamaged condition. Damaged
parts are to be repaired or replaced immediately
by a qualified electrician.
Always pull the plug out of the power socket
before carrying out any work on the machine,
before changing the tool and in periods of non-
use.
Always run the power cable away from the back of
the machine to guard it from damage.
For outdoors work use only suitably approved
extension cables with a minimum conductor cross
section of 1.5 mm
. The plug connectors must
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have earthing contacts and be rain-water-proof.
Keep the machine in a safe place and out of the
reach of children.
Always wear goggles, safety gloves and ear muffs
when grinding, brushing and cutting. Wear a
breathing mask on dusty jobs.
Never leave any tool keys or adjustment spanners
in position on the machine. Before switching on,
check that all keys and adjustment spanners have
been removed.
Secure the workpiece (with a clamp) so that it
cannot slip.
It is imperative to use a dust extractor when
working on stone (cutting or grinding). Make sure
the dust extractor is approved for stone dust.
It is prohibited to use the machine on
asbestos materials. Please note the accident
prevention regulations in force in your country.
Use only original spare parts.
Repairs are to be carried out by qualified
electricians only.
The level of noise at the workplace may exceed
85 dB(A). In this case you will need to introduce
noise protection measures for the user. The noise
produced by this electric tool is measured in
accordance with IEC 59 CO 11, IEC 704,
DIN 45635 Part 21, NFS 31-031 (84/537/EEC).
Make sure of your footing. Avoid abnormal
working positions.
Keep your electric tool out of the rain. Never use
electric tools in wet or damp conditions, and never
use them near inflammable liquids.
Never carry the machine by its power cable. Keep
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the power cable safe from damage. Oil, solvent
and sharp edges can damage cables.
Keep your workplace tidy.
Make sure the power switch is off before inserting
the plug in the socket.
Wear suitable clothing. Never wear loose-fitting
clothes or jewelry. Use a hair-net on long hair.
For your own safety, use only the manufacturer´s
accessories and attachments.
Use only sharp saw blades that are in perfect
condition. Replace bent and cracked saw blades
immediately.
After switching off the jigsaw, do not press against
the side of the blade to bring it to a halt.
Always cut at a steady rate of progress. This will
prevent accidents and prolong the life of your jig-
saw and the blade.