Metabo KHE 76 Original Instructions Manual page 9

Original instructions
1. Declaration of Conformity
On our own responsibility, we hereby declare that
this drilling and chisel hammer, identified by type
and serial number *1), meets all relevant
requirements of directives *2) and standards *3).
Technical documents for *4) - see Page 3.
2. Specified Use
The KHE 76 is designed for hammer drilling and
chiselling in concrete, bricks, stone and similar
materials when used in combination with
appropriate accessories.
The user bears sole responsibility for damage
caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the enclosed safety information
must be observed.
3. General Safety Instructions
WARNING – Reading the operating
instructions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Before using the power tool, carefully read through
and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety
information and the Operating Instructions. Keep all
enclosed documentation for future reference, and
pass on your power tool only together with this
documentation.
4. Special Safety Instructions
For your own protection and for the
protection of your power tool pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can
cause loss of hearing.
Use the additional handles supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can lead to injuries.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Contact with a "live" wire
will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and
shock the operator.
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any
adjustments or servicing are performed.
Always work with the additional handle correctly
installed.
Always hold the machine with both hands using the
handles provided, stand securely and concentrate.
Always wear protective goggles, gloves, a dust
mask and sturdy shoes when working with this tool.
Ensure that the spot where you wish to work is free
of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g.
using a metal detector).
Always work with the tool attached correctly. Pull on
the tool to check that it is seated correctly. (It must
be possible to move the tool a few centimetres in an
axial direction.)
When working above ground level, make sure that
the area underneath is free.
Do not touch the tool or parts close to the tool
immediately after stopping work because they may
still be extremely hot and could cause skin burns.
Always lay the power cable away from the back of
the machine.
A damaged or cracked additional handle must be
replaced. Never operate a machine with a defective
additional handle.
Reduce dust exposure:
Some of the dust created using this power tool
may contain chemicals known to cause
cancer, allergic reaction, respiratory disease, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are: Lead from lead-
based paints, crystalline silica from bricks and
cement and other masonry products, arsenic and
chromium from chemically-treated lumber, hard
wood like oak or beech, metals, asbestos.
The risk from exposure to such substance will
depends on how long you or bystanders are being
exposed.
Do not let particles enter the body.
To reduce your exposure to these substances: work
in a well ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
Observe the relevant guidelines for your material,
staff, application and place of application (e.g.
occupational health and safety regulations,
disposal).
Collect the generated particles at the source, avoid
deposits in the surrounding area.
Use suitable accessories for special work. In this
way, fewer particles enter the environment in an
uncontrolled manner.
Use a suitable extraction unit.
Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:
- Do not direct the escaping particles and the
exhaust air stream at yourself or nearby persons
or on dust deposits.
- Use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers.
- Ensure good ventilation of the workplace and
keep clean using a vacuum cleaner. Sweeping or
blowing stirs up dust.
Vacuum or wash the protective clothing. Do not
blow, beat or brush.
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