General Safety Rules - Hilti VC 20‑U Manual Original

j) Always lead the supply cord, the exten-
sion cord and the suction hose away to
the rear when working. This will help to
prevent tripping while working.
k) After finishing the work, always tidy up
and stow the supply cord, extension cord
and suction hose away securely. This will
reduce the risk of tripping and falling.
l) Do not transport the appliance by crane.
m) Check to ensure that the appliance is
switched off before plugging the supply
cord into a power outlet.
n) WARNING: Some dust created by grind-
ing, sanding, cutting and drilling con-
tains chemicals known to cause cancer,
birth defects, infertility or other repro-
ductive harm; or serious and permanent
respiratory or other injury. Some exam-
ples of these chemicals are: lead from lead-
based paints, crystalline silica from bricks,
concrete and other masonry products and
natural stone, arsenic and chromium from
chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from
these exposures varies, depending on how
often you do this type of work. To reduce
exposure to these chemicals, the oper-
ator and bystanders should work in a
well-ventilated area, work with approved
safety equipment, such as respiratory
protection appropriate for the type of
dust generated, and designed to filter
out microscopic particles and direct dust
away from the face and body. Avoid pro-
longed contact with dust. Wear protec-
tive clothing and wash exposed areas
with soap and water. Allowing dust to get
into your mouth, nose, eyes, or to remain
on your skin may promote absorption of
harmful chemicals.

5.4 General safety rules

a) Use the right appliance for the job. Do
not use the appliance for purposes for
which it was not intended. Use it only as
directed and when in faultless condition.
b) Never leave the appliance unattended.
c) Take the influences of the surrounding
area into account. Do not use the ap-
pliance where there is a risk of fire of
explosion.
d) Protect the appliance from frost.
e) CAUTION - Store appliances in a secure
place when not in use.When not in use, ap-
pliances must be stored in a dry, high place
or locked away out of reach of children.
f) Check to ensure that the cap is fitted
to the hose socket during transport and
when the vacuum cleaner is not in use.
g) Always unplug the supply cord from the
power outlet when the appliance is not
in use (during breaks), before cleaning
and maintenance and before changing
the filter.
h) Switch the appliance off before trans-
porting it.
i) Check the appliance and its accessories
for any damage. Guards, safety devices
and any slightly damaged parts must be
checked carefully to ensure that they
function faultlessly and as intended.
Check that moving
correctly without sticking and that no
parts are damaged. All parts must be
fitted correctly and fulfill all conditions
necessary for correct operation of
the appliance. Damaged
safety devices and other parts must
be repaired or replaced properly at
an authorized service center unless
otherwise indicated in the operating
instructions.
j) Check that the filter is seated correctly.
Check to ensure that the filter is undam-
aged.
k) Have your appliance serviced by a qual-
ified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the appliance is maintained.
l) Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories,
the appliance. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the
appliance accidentally.
m) Use the appliance and its accessories
etc. in accordance with these instruc-
tions and in the manner intended for
the particular type of appliance, taking
into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of appli-
ances for applications different from those
en
parts function
guards,
or storing
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