Symbols Used On The Instructions; General Notes On Safety; General Safety Instructions For Power Tools - FLORABEST FKS 2200 E3 Translation Of The Original Instructions

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Symbols used in the
instructions
Hazard symbols with in-
formation on prevention of
personal injury and property
damage.
Precaution symbol (explanation of
precaution instead of exclamation
mark) with information on preven-
tion of harm / damage.
Notice symbol with information on
how to handle the device properly.

General notes on safety

Before you do any work with the
electric chainsaw, make yourself fa-
miliar with all operating parts. Prac-
tise using the saw (sawing logs on a
sawhorse) and get an experienced
user or a specialist to explain to you
the function of the saw, the way of
working, the techniques of sawing
and the personal protection equip-
ment.
Observe noise control and local
regulations.
Caution! When using power tools,
observe the following basic safety
measures for the prevention of elec-
tric shocks and the risk of injury and
fire. There is a risk of injury!
General safety instructions
for power tools
WARNING! Read all safety
directions and instructions.
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Omissions in the compliance with
safety directions and instructions
can cause electrical shock, fire
and/or severe injuries.
Retain all safety directions and in-
structions for future use.
The term "Power Tools" used in the safety
instructions refers to mains-operated power
tools (with power cord) and to battery-oper-
ated power tools (without power cord).
Work area safety
Keep work area clean and well
•
lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-
dents.
Do not operate power tools in
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explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable
Iiquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders
•
away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety
CAUTION! The following states how
to avoid accidents and injuries due to
electric shock:
Power tool plugs must match the
•
outlet. Never modify the plug in
any way. Do not use any adapt-
er plugs with earthed (ground-
ed) power tools. Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electric shock
Avoid body contact with earthed
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or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and re-