General Safety Information; Safe Working - Proxxon DS 230E Manual

Translation of the Original Operating Instructions
GB
Mechanical fret saw DS 230/E
Dear Customer,
The PROXXON mechanical fret saw DS 230/E is the ideal device for
curved cuts in wood, plastic or non-ferrous metals. To use the saw safely
and correctly, please read the attached safety regulations and control
note carefully before using the device.

General Safety Information

CAUTION! When using electric power tools, the following safety
measures must be observed for protection from electric shock,
risk of injury, and fire hazards.
Read and take note of all these instructions before you start up
the product. Keep these safety instructions in a safe place.

Safe working

Always keep your working area tidy.
1. Disorder in the working area can lead to accidents.
Take account of surrounding influences.
1. Do not expose tools to the rain.
2. Do not use tools in damp or wet surroundings.
3. Ensure that the lighting is good.
4. Do not use tools in the vicinity of combustible liquids or gases.
Protect yourself from electric shocks.
1. Avoid body parts from coming into contact with earthed parts.
Keep other people away.
1. Do not let other people, especially children, touch the tool or the
cable. Keep them well away from the working area.
Keep unused tools in a safe place.
1. Unused equipment should be kept in a dry, closed location out of
the reach of children.
Do not overload your tool.
1. You will be able to work better and safer within the given power
range.
Always use the correct tool.
1. Do not use low power machines for heavy work.
2. Do not use tools for purposes for which they were not designed. For
example do not use manually-operated circular saws for cutting
branches or firewood.
Wear suitable working clothing.
1. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can get caught up by
moving parts.
2. When working in the open air we recommend the use of non-slip
footwear.
3. Wear a hair net if you have long hair.
Use the protective equipment.
1. Wear safety glasses.
2. Wear a breathing mask when carrying out dust-generating work.
Connect to the dust extraction equipment.
1. If connections are available to dust extraction and collection
equipment, make sure that they are properly connected and used.
Do not use the cable for purposes for which it was not designed.
1. Do not use the cable to pull the plug out of its socket. Protect the
cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
Secure the tool.
1. Use the clamping fixture or a vice to hold the tool tightly. It is thus
held more safely than with your hand.
Avoid abnormal postures.
1. Ensure that you are standing safely and always maintain your
balance.
Take great care of your tools.
1. Keep the tools sharp and clean so as to be able to work better and
safer.
2. Follow the maintenance instructions and the advice about tool
changing.
3. Regularly check the tool cable and have it replaced by an authorized
specialist if it is damaged.
4. Regularly check the extension cables and replace them if they are
damaged.
5. Keep handles dry and free from oil and grease.
Pull the plug out of the socket:
1. When the tool is not in use, before maintenance and when changing
tools such as the saw blade, drill or milling cutters, always take the
plug out of the socket.
Do not leave any tool spanners or setting keys in place.
1. Before switching on always check that spanners, keys and setting
tools have been removed.
Avoid unintentional starting.
1. Always make sure that the switch is in the OFF position when you
plug the tool into the socket.
Extension cables in the open air.
1. In the open air always use extension cables which are authorized
for the purpose and which are correspondingly marked.
Always be attentive.
1. Be aware of what you are doing. Carry out your work sensibly. Do
not use the tool if you are tired.
Check the tool for damage.
1. Before further use of the tool, examine protective devices or
slightly-damaged parts to ensure that the function is perfect and
meets the requirements.
2. Check that the moving parts function perfectly and do not stick and
that parts are not damaged. All parts must be correctly mounted
and all the conditions fulfilled to ensure trouble-free tool operation.
3. Damaged protective equipment and parts must be properly repaired
or exchanged by an authorized specialist workshop if no other
information is given in the instructions for use.
4. Arrange for damaged switches to be exchanged by a customer
services workshop.
5. Never use tools on which the switch cannot be switched on and off.
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