Metabo AS 18 L PC Compact Manual Original página 13

The device must not be operated in
areas with an explosion hazard.
Ensure that the vacuum cleaner is
steady.
If the extracted air is discharged
into the room, ensure there is an
adequate air change rate (L) in the
room. Observe the regulations that
apply in your country.
Caution! This device contains
dust that is harmful to health.
Discharge and maintenance
operations (including disposal of
the dust collection containers)
must only be carried out by
qualified specialists wearing
appropriate protective clothing and
equipment.
Warning - general danger!
Caution! Do not use the
device until you have read the
operating Instructions.
WARNING - Operating staff must
be provided with appropriate
instruction on how to use this
vacuum cleaner.
WARNING - If foam or liquid
escapes from the machine, switch
off immediately.
CAUTION! Clean the water level
limiting device/electrodes (25)
regularly and examine it for signs of
damage.
While the device is suitable for
extracting substances that pose a
slight threat to health, it is not
appropriate for reducing wood dust
in inhaled air.
Dust from material such as paint
containing lead, some wood
species, minerals and metal may
be harmful. Contact with or
inhalation of the dust may cause
allergic reactions and/or
respiratory diseases to the
operator or bystanders.
Certain kinds of dust are classified
as carcinogenic such as oak and
beech dust especially in
conjunction with additives for wood
conditioning (chromate, wood
preservative).
Notice sign for machines with dust
class L:
Notice sign for machines with a
filter installed from HEPA filter:
Transport of li-ion battery
packs:
The shipping of Li-ion battery pack
is subject to laws related to the
carriage of hazardous goods (UN
3480 and UN 3481). Inform
yourself of the currently valid
specifications when shipping li-ion
battery packs. If necessary,
consult your freight forwarder.
Certified packaging is available
from Metabo.
Only send the battery pack if the
housing is intact and no fluid is
leaking. Remove the battery pack
from the machine for shipping.
Prevent the contacts from short-
circuiting (e.g. by protecting them
with adhesive tape).
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