Virax VAL96QC Manuel D'utilisation page 7

TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL MANUAL
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electric tools, the following fundamental safety measures must be taken to
ATTENTION!
prevent electric shock, injury or fire
Read all of these instructions before you use the electric tool, and store the safety instructions properly.
Service and maintenance:
1 Regular cleaning, maintenance and lubrication. Always pull the electrical plug before any adjustment, maintenance or
repair.
2 Have your device repaired only by qualified experts and only with original replacement parts. This ensures the continued
safety of the device.
Working safely:
1 Keep your work area orderly. A messy work area can cause accidents.
2 Consider environmental influences. Do not expose electric tools to rain. Do not use electric tools in damp or wet
environments. Keep the work area well lit. 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 (such as pipes, radiators, electric stoves or
cooling devices).
4 Keep other people away. Do not let other people — especially children — touch the electric tool or its cable. Keep them
away from the work area.
5 Store electric tools safely when they are not in use. Unused electric tools should be kept in a dry, high or closed area, out of
reach of children.
6 Do not overload your electric tool. Work is better and safer within the performance range indicated.
7 Use the right electric tool. Don't use low-performance machines for heavy-duty jobs. Do not use the electric tool for
purposes for which it was not intended. For example, do not use a portable circular saw for cutting tree branches or logs.
8 Wear proper clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as they can get caught in moving parts. When working
outdoors, wear slip-resistant shoes. Wear a hairnet over long hair.
9 Use protective gear. Wear safety glasses. Wear a breathing mask during work that creates dust.
10 Connect the dust extraction equipment. If there are connections to dust extraction and collection equipment, make sure
that they are connected and properly used.
11 Do not use the cable for purposes for which it was not intended. Never use the cable to pull the plug from the socket.
Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12 Secure the work piece. Use clamps or a vice to hold the work piece firmly. They will hold it more securely than your hand
can.
13 Avoid abnormal postures. Make sure to stand securely and always keep your balance.
14 Maintain your tools with care. For better and safer work, keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Follow the instructions for
lubrication and changing tools. Regularly inspect the electric tool's connection cable, and if it is damaged, have it replaced by
an authorized expert. Regularly check extension cords and replace them if they are damaged. Keep the handles dry, clean
and free of oil and grease.
15 Pull the plug from the socket. When not using the electric tool, before maintenance or when changing tools, such as saw
blades, drills and cutting bits.
16 Do not leave any tool keys inserted. Before switching on, check to see that keys and adjustment tools have been removed.
17 Avoid unintentional activation. When plugging the tool in, make sure that the switch is turned off.
18 Use outdoor extension cords. When outdoors, use only extension cords that are approved and appropriately marked.
19 Be alert. Pay attention to what you do. Approach your work sensibly. Do not use the electric tool when you are distracted.
20 Check the electric tool for damage. Before using the electric tool, you must inspect safety equipment or slightly damaged
parts carefully to ensure that they work properly and as intended. Check to see that the moving parts operate freely and
don't stick, and to make sure no parts are damaged. All parts must be mounted properly and meet all the conditions for
ensuring trouble-free operation of the electric tool.
Damaged safety equipment and parts must be properly repaired or replaced by a professional facility, unless otherwise
indicated in the user manual. Damaged switches must be replaced by a customer service facility.
Never use an electric tool whose switch cannot be turned on and off.
21 Caution. Using other insertion tools and accessories may cause injury.
22 Have your tool repaired by an electrical expert. This electric tool meets applicable safety requirements. Repairs must be
made only by an electrical expert using original replacement parts. Otherwise accidents many occur.
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