Safety; Safety Precautions - BEGA BETEX CHu Manual De Usuario

1. Safety

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WARNING = potential risk of serious bodily injury
CAREFUL! =
WARNING!
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Do not abuse the cord. Do not pull the power cord from the wall socket. Protect the cord from
sharp edges, heat and oil. Do not use the cone heater if the power supply cable is damaged. The
power supply cable must be replaced by the manufacturer, your supplier or equally qualified
personnel.
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Risk of burns due to contact with cone and heated components. Use the included heat-resistant
gloves (suitable for temperatures up to 150ºC). When unprotected keep at least 200mm/ 8"
distance from heater surfaces and workpieces.
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Do not use cone heaters in spaces where there is a risk of explosion due to combustible or
flammable liquids, gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
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Do not use cone heaters around hazardous materials.
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Do not use cone heaters on a surface that may burn.
Do not leave cone heaters unattended while switched on.
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Always observe the correct maintenance and operating practices. Failure to follow the
instructions in this user manual may cause the device to break down combined with a risk of
personal injury.
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The Betex cone heater should not be used by the following user groups
- users under the age of 16 without the supervision of an adult;
- users who are mentally or physically impaired to the extent that operation of the device can
cause danger to the user or the environment.
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Read and save these instructions

Safety precautions

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The user should carefully read this manual and be familiar with the safety standards in the work
practice.
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Follow the instructions in the manual at all times.
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Never use or store a cone heater in a damp environment.
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Only use Betex cone heaters indoors.
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When heating, wear protective heat resistant gloves.
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Do not modify the heater. Never use home-made parts.
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Always check whether the workpiece is positioned in the centre of the cone.
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Switch on the heater only after you completed the above check.
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Note: since our products are subject to continuous improvement, we reserve the right to make
technical adjustments.
© Bega International BV, September 2016
risk of damage to heater or workpiece
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