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2. GENERAL USE &
SAFETY WARNINGS
While using this machine,
several
basic
precautions must always be followed
in order to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shocks and personal injuries.
Read and understand the
manual before start using this
equipment. Save this manual for
future reference.
2.1 - GENERAL
These
preventive
measures
essential for your safety. Always use
this machine with care in a responsible
manner having in consideration that
its user is responsible for eventual
accidents caused to third parties or
their goods.
Make sure that all individuals using this
tool have had the necessary training
and have read and fully understand
these operating instructions. Before
operating it for the first time, its user
must be instructed by the vendor
or a competent person about its
functionalities.
This instruction manual is an integral
part of the tool and must always be
provided.
Get familiar with the equipment's
control devices and operation. The user
must know how to stop the equipment
immediately.
Always pay attention when operating an
electric tool. A moment of inattention
may result in serious injuries.
Use this equipment only if you are in
good physical and mental conditions.
Do not use it if you are tired or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication. If you suffer from any
health problem, please ask your doctor
about the possibility of using the tool.
Never allow this machine to be used by
children, people with limited physical,
sensorial or mental capabilities, with
lack of experience and knowledge of
this equipment and who is not familiar
with the instructions.
safety
This tool must only be operated
as described in this instruction
manual. No other use is allowed
besides the described.
Do not overload the equipment and use
it properly for each type of work. Using
it for purposes other than the intended
may result in dangerous situations.
For safety reasons, any changes other
are
than the assembly of accessories
authorized by the manufacturer are
prohibited. Any changes made void the
warranty.
You can obtain any information about
the authorized accessories through
your VITO official distributor.
2.2 - ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This tool possesses double
insolation, which means that
every external metallic part is
isolated from the electric components.
Therefore, and in accordance with the
regulation EN 60745, it is not
necessary
any
However, double insolation does not
replace the regular safety precautions
that must be followed while using the
equipment.
Do not expose any power tools to
rain or use them in wet or damp
environments. The presence of water
in an electric tool increases the risk of
damage and electric shock to the user.
Hold the equipment by the isolated
parts that avoid any electric shock if
it touches any hidden wire during the
operation.
Do not use this tool in an
explosive
especially in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dusts. Any power tool
may form sparks that might ignite
liquids, gases, or dust.
2.3 - BEFORE OPERATING
Make sure that this tool is only used
by who is familiar with the instruction
manual.
To ensure a safe operation, you must:
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before using it. Check that all the
accessories are correctly assembled
and attached to the machine and in
good conditions. Never use damaged
accessories;
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properly tightened. It is important to
check the machine regularly in order to
ensure its security and efficiency;
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After assembling the accessories and
before operating the equipment, test
it at maximum speed at no load for a
few seconds. Verify if there are any
misalignments in the moving parts or
any condition that may affect its normal
operation. All moving parts must spin
softly without abnormal noises;
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in perfect conditions and working
earth
connection.
correctly. Never use the machine if
any safety device is missing, inhibited,
damaged or worn;
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If the switch is damaged or does not
allow controlling the tool, it must be
repaired or replaced in a way to avoid
a sudden start;
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before turning the machine on. A stuck
key into de rotating accessory may
result in injuries;
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pieces, some sparks will form. Check
if no one is in danger and if there
aren't flammable materials nearby the
environment,
working area;
Check
the
entire
Check if all nuts and screws are
Check if the safety devices are
Remove any adjusting key or tool
When using this tool on metallic
equipment
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