Safety Instructions - Scheppach GK240of Traduction Des Instructions D'origine

The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed
purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of
misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer
will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind
caused as a result of this.
An element of the intended use is also the observance
of the safety instructions, as well as the assembly in-
structions and operating information in the operating
manual. Persons who operate and maintain the ma-
chine must be familiar with the manual and must be
informed about potential dangers.
In addition, the applicable accident prevention regula-
tions must be strictly observed.
Other general occupational health and safety-related
rules and regulations must be observed.
The liability of the manufacturer and resulting dam-
ages are excluded in the event of modifications of the
machine.
The machine may be operated only with original parts
and original accessories of the manufacturer.
The safety, work and maintenance instructions of the
manufacturer as well as the dimensions indicated in
the Technical Data section must be adhered to.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-
signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial appli-
cations. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment
is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses
or for equivalent purposes.

5. Safety instructions

m Attention! The following basic safety measures
must be observed when using electric tools for pro-
tection against electric shock, and the risk of injury
and fire. Read all these notices before using the elec-
tric tool and keep the safety instructions for later ref-
erence.
Service and maintenance
Regular cleaning, maintenance and lubrication.
Always pull the electrical plug before any adjustment,
maintenance or repair.
Have your device repaired only by qualified ex-
perts and only with original replacement parts.
This ensures the continued safety of the device.
Safe work
1 Keep the work area orderly
– Disorder in the work area can lead to accidents.
2 Take environmental influences into account
– Do not expose electric tools to rain.
– Do not use electric tools in a damp or wet envi-
ronment. There is a risk of electric shock!
– Make sure that the work area is well-illuminated.
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– Do not use electric tools where there is a risk of
fire or explosion.
3 Protect yourself from electric shock
– Avoid physical contact with earthed parts (e.g.
pipes, radiators, electric ranges, cooling units).
4 Keep children away
– Do not allow other persons to touch the equip-
ment or cable, keep them away from your work
area.
5 Securely store unused electric tools
– Unused electric tools should be stored in a dry,
elevated or closed location out of the reach of
children.
6 Do not overload your electric tool
– They work better and more safely in the speci-
fied output range.
7 Wear suitable clothing
– Do not wear wide clothing or jewellery, which
can become entangled in moving parts.
– Rubber gloves and non-slip shoes are recom-
mended when working outdoors.
– Tie long hair back in a hair net.
8 Do not use the cable for purposes for which it is
not intended
– Do not use the cable to pull the plug out of
the outlet. Protect the cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
9 Take care of your tools
– Keep your compressor clean in order to work
well and safely.
– Follow the maintenance instructions.
– Check the connection cable of the electric tool
regularly and have it replaced by a recognised
specialist when damaged.
– Check extension cables regularly and replace
them when damaged.
10 Pull the plug out of the outlet
– During non-use of the electric tool or prior to
maintenance and when replacing tools.
11 Avoid inadvertent starting
– Make sure that the switch is switched off when
plugging the plug into an outlet.
12 Use extension cables for outdoors
– Only use approved and appropriately identified
extension cables for use outdoors.
– Only use cable reels in the unrolled state.
13 Remain attentive
– Pay attention to what you are doing. Remain
sensible when working. Do not use the electric
tool when you are distracted.
14 Check the electric tool for potential damage
– Protective devices and other parts must be
carefully inspected to ensure that they are fault-
free and function as intended prior to continued
use of the electric tool.
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