Safety Instructions - Mafell ZB 400E Original Operating Instructions

The carpentry drilling machine ZB 400 E / 600 E
may only be used, set up and serviced by persons
over 18 years of age who are familiar with the
machine and have been instructed as to the dangers
involved. Repair work must be carried out by author-
ized MAFELL dealers or a MAFELL customer ser-
vice station.
The safety regulations applicable in the country of
use, as well as all other generally accepted rules on
safety and occupational medicine, must be
observed.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine preclude
the liability of the manufacturer for any resultant
damage.
1.8 Residual risks
Residual risks may also arise owing
to the design of the machine relat-
ing to its intended purpose even if
the machine is used properly and in
compliance with all relevant safety
regulations; e.g.:
Touching the drill bit or the drill bit mounting

when drilling.
Breakage of the drill bit.

Touching live parts with the housing open and

the mains plug not removed.
Hearing can be impaired when working for long

periods without ear protectors.
Emission of wood dust: a health hazard when

working for long periods without dust extraction.
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Safety instructions

Woodworking machines can be
dangerous when in use. You should
therefore always follow the safety
instructions set out in this chapter,
as well as the safety regulations
applicable in the country of use!
General instructions:
Never work without the protective equipment

prescribed for the relevant operation and do not
make any modifications to the machine that
could undermine safety.
Children and young persons must not operate

this machine. This rule does not apply to young
persons receiving training and being supervised
by an expert.
Prior to all work, make sure that the safety and

operating equipment is securely attached,
undamaged and in good working condition.
Always be aware of environmental influences.

Do not allow the machine to be exposed to the
rain and do not use the machine in a damp or
wet environment, or in the vicinity of inflam-
mable liquids or gases.
When operating the machine outdoors, use of

an earth-leakage circuit-breaker is recom-
mended.
Do not carry the machine by the cable and do

not remove the mains plug from the socket by
pulling on the cable.
Protect the cable against oil and high tempera-

tures and do not pull it over any sharp edges.
Damaged cables or plugs must be renewed

immediately.
Avoid sharp bends in the cable. Especially when

transporting and storing the machine, do not
wind the cable around the machine.
Only use wood drill bits with the technical data

stated in this manual.
Do not use:

damaged tools

blunt tools

Store the machine in the dry under lock and key

and out of reach of children.
Instructions on the use of personal safety equip-
ment:
Always wear close-fitting industrial clothing and

remove rings, bracelets and watches.
The sound pressure level at the workplace

exceeds 85 dB (A). Users should therefore wear
ear protectors.
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