CO/Tech Z1C-HW2-2600E Original Instructions Manual page 4

General Safety Requirements – EN 60745-1
Warning! Read all the instructions. Failure to adhere to the following instructions may
lead to electric shocks, fires and/or serious injury. The term "power tools" in the war-
ning text below refers to your handheld mains operated or battery operated tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1) Work area
a. Keep the work area clean and well illuminated. Cluttered and poorly lit areas
invite accidents.
b. Do not use power tools in explosive environments, e.g. near flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools generate sparks that can easily ignite dust or fumes.
c. Keep children and other bystanders away from the area where you are using the
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose your concentration and control.
2) Electrical safety
a. The power tool's plug must fit correctly into the wall socket. Never modify
the plug in any way. Never use an adaptor together with earthed power tools.
Unmodified plugs and suitable wall sockets decrease the risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid physical contact with earthed objects, such as pipes, radiators, ovens or
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of receiving an electrical shock if your
body is earthed.
c. Do not expose the power tool to rain or other wet conditions. If water gets inside
a power tool it increases the risk of electric shock.
d. Do not abuse the lead. Never use the lead to carry the tool or pull the plug from
the wall socket. Keep the lead away from heat, oil, sharp edges and movable
parts. Damaged or tangled leads increase the risk of electric shock.
e. When using power tools outdoors, use an extension lead that is suitable for this
purpose. Use of an extension lead designed for outdoor use decreases the risk
for electric shock.
f. If for some reason you must use a power tool in a wet environment, always
connect it to the mains via an earth-fault circuit breaker such as an RCD (residual
current device). Using an RCD significantly reduces the chances of you receiving
an electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a. Pay attention to your actions and use common sense when using power tools.
Never use power tools if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. One moment of inattention while using a power tool may result in
serious injury.
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