General Safety Instructions; General Safety Information For Power Tools - AL-KO KE 2000/35 Mode D'emploi

4. General safety instructions

Information on noise emission in accordance with "Machine
Noise Information Ordinance 3. GPSGV and Machinery
Directives: the noise pressure level at the place of work can
exceed 80 dB(A). In such cases the operator will require
noise protection (e.g. wearing of ear protectors).
Attention: Noise protection ! Please observe the lo-
cal regulations when operating your device.

5. General safety information for power tools

Warning! Read all safety-related information and
safety instructions! Failure to observe the safety
information and instructions may result in electric
shock, burns and/or severe injury.
Keep the safety information and instructions for
future reference.
The term 'power tool' as used in the safety information and
instructions includes both mains-operated tools (with power
cord) and battery-operated tools (without power cord).
1) Safety at the workplace
a) Keep your working area clean, tidy and well-lit. Disor-
der and poorly lit working areas may result in accidents.
b) Do not operate the power tool in potentially explosive
environments containing combustible fluids, gases
or dusts. Power tools generate sparks that may ignite
dusts or fumes.
c) Keep children and other persons away while you
are operating the power tool. Distractions may
result in the operator loosing control over the tool.
2) Electrical safety
a) The mains plug of the power tool must fit into
the mains socket. The plug must not be modi-
fied in any way. Do not use adapter plugs/con-
nectors in combination with tools with protec-
tive earthing. Unmodified plugs and fitting sockets
reduce the risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid physical contact with earthed surfaces as
pipes, heaters, ovens and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed.
c) Keep the tool out of the rain or moisture in
general. The penetration of water into a power tool
increases the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not use the cord to carry or hang up the
tool or to pull the plug out of the socket. Keep
the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges
or moving parts of the tool. Damaged or tangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use ex-
clusively extension cords that are approved for
outdoor-use. The use of an extension cord that is suit-
able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If the operation of a power tool in a moist environ-
ment cannot be avoided it is highly recommended
to use a residual current device (RCD). The use of
an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Always pay attention to what you do and apply rea-
sonable care when working with a power tool. Do
not use the power tool when you are tired or under
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the influence of medication, drugs or alcohol.
When working with power tools, even a short moment
of inattentiveness may result in severe injury.
b) Wear personal protection equipment and always wear
eye protection (safety goggles). Wearing personal pro-
tection equipment as a dust mask, nonslip safety shoes,
safety helmet or ear protectors (depending on the type and
application of the tool) reduces the risk of injury.
c) Avoid unintentional operation. Make sure that the
power tool is switched off before you connect it to
the mains supply and/or the battery and whenever
you pick up or carry the tool. When carrying the tool
with your finger on the on/off switch or connecting the
tool to the mains supply with the switch in 'ON' position,
this may result in accidents.
d) Remove adjustment tools or wrenches and the
like before you switch the power tool on. A wrench
or other tool that is inside or on a rotating part of the
tool may cause injury.
e) Avoid unusual postures. Make sure to have a safe
footing and keep your balance at all times. This will
allow you to better control the power tool in unexpected
situations.
f) Wear suitable clothes. Do not wear wide clothing
or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothes and gloves
clear of all moving parts. Loose clothing, jewellery
or long hair may get caught in moving parts.
g) If dust extraction/collection devices are provided
make sure that they are connected and used prop-
erly. The use of a dust extraction device may reduce
risks caused by dust.
4) Use and handling of the power tool
a) Do not overtax the power tool. Use the power
tool intended for your type of work in each case.
The use of the suitable power tool within the stated
range of performance makes working more effective
and safer.
b) Do not use a power tool with a damaged switch.
A power tool that cannot be switched on or off any
more is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Pull the mains plug and/or remove the battery
before adjusting a tool, changing accessories
or putting the tool aside. This precaution avoids
the unintentional start of the tool.
d) Store power tools that are currently not used
out of the reach of children. Do not allow per-
sons to use the tool if they are not familiar with
the tool or these instructions. Power tools are
dangerous if used by inexperienced persons.
e) Thoroughly maintain your power tool. Check
whether moving parts are working properly and
are not jamming/sticking, and whether parts are
broken or otherwise damaged in a way that may af-
fect the function of the power tool. Have damaged
parts repaired before using the tool. Many accidents
are the result of poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Thoroughly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are jamming less often and are easier to guide.
g) Use power tools, accessories, add-on tools, etc.
in accordance with these instructions and in the