Hilti SCM 22-A Original Operating Instructions page 8

encountered. The product and its ancillary equipment may present hazards when used incorrectly by
untrained personnel or when used not as directed.
The type designation and serial number are printed on the type identification plate.
▶ Write down the serial number in the table below. You will be required to state the product details when
contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti organization to inquire about the product.
Product information
Type:
Generation:
Serial no.:
2 Safety
2.1 General safety precautions for power tools
WARNING! Read all safety precautions and other instructions.
precautions and other instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety precautions and instructions for future reference.
Working area safety
▶ Keep your working area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark working areas can cause accidents.
▶ Do not operate the power tool in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
▶ Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating the power tool. Distractions may cause
you to lose control of the tool.
Electrical safety
▶ Do not expose the power tool to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
▶ Do not allow your body to come into contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ovens and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
Personal safety
▶ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating the power tool may result in serious personal injury.
▶ Adopt the correct posture when working. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times. This
will allow you to control the power tool better, even in unexpected situations.
▶ Wear your personal protective equipment and always wear protective glasses. Depending on the
type of power tool you are using and its purpose, wearing safety equipment such as a dust mask,
slip-resistant safety shoes, a hard hat or hearing protection will reduce the risk of injury.
▶ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair may be caught in moving parts.
▶ Avoid starting the tool accidentally. Make sure that the power tool is switched off before connecting
it to the battery and before picking it up or carrying it. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or plugging in power tools that are already switched on may cause accidents.
▶ Remove accessory tools or wrenches before switching the power tool on. An accessory tool or a
wrench left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may cause personal injury.
▶ If devices are provided for connecting dust extraction and collection equipment, make sure these
are connected and used correctly. The use of a dust extraction system can reduce dust-related
hazards.
Using and handling the power tool
▶ Do not overload the tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool
will do the job better and more safely within the performance range for which it is designed.
▶ Do not use a power tool if it has a faulty on/off switch. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
▶ Remove the battery from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories or
storing the tool. This precaution reduces the risk of the power tool starting accidentally.
▶ Store power tools out of reach of children when not in use. Do not allow persons who are not
familiar with the tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
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