Metabo B 32/3 Original Instructions Manual page 9

Original instructions
1. Conformity Declaration
We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that
these drills, identified by type and serial number *1),
meet all relevant requirements of directives *2) and
standards *3). Technical documents for *4) - see
page 3.
2. Specified Use
This machine is designed for drilling in metal, wood,
plastics, and similar materials.
The maximum permissible tool diameter when
drilling with twist drill bits in steel is 32 mm.
The user bears sole responsibility for damage
caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the enclosed safety information
must be observed.
3. General Safety Instructions
WARNING – Reading the operating
instructions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Before using this power tool, carefully read through
and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety
information and the instructions. Keep all enclosed
documentation for future reference, and pass on
your power tool only together with this
documentation.
4. Special Safety Instructions
For your own protection and for the
protection of your power tool pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can
cause loss of hearing.
Use the additional handles supplied with the
tool. Loss of control can lead to injuries.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation where
the cutting accessory may contact hidden
wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal
parts of the power tool "live" and shock the operator.
Ensure that the spot where you wish to work is free
of power cables, gas lines or water pipes (e.g.
using a metal detector).
Always work with the additional handle correctly
installed.
Always hold the machine with both hands using the
handles provided, stand securely and concentrate.
The machine must only be guided with two hands,
or placed on the drill stand.
High forces are released if the tool jams or catches.
Always hold the machine firmly with both hands on
the handle and additional handle, stand in a safe
position and concentrate.
Wear protective goggles.
Wear working gloves.
Never work on ladders or similar objects. Ensure
you stand in a safe position and keep your balance
at all times.
Pull the plug out of the plug socket before any
adjustments or servicing are performed.
Avoid inadvertent starts by always unlocking the
switch when the plug is removed from the mains
socket or in case of a power cut.
Switch the machine off if stops for any reason.
Keep hands away from the rotating tool!
Remove chips and similar material only with the
machine at standstill.
Smaller workpieces must be secured such that
they are not carried along with the drill bit when
drilling (e.g. by clamping in a vice or on a work
bench with screw clamps).
Incorrect handling can result in injury to the operator
and damage to the machine. Never subject the
machine to loads that cause it to stop.
Use only original Metabo accessories.
Reducing dust exposure:
Some of the dust created using this power tool
may contain substances known to cause
cancer, allergic reaction, respiratory disease, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these substances are: lead (from lead-
based paints), crystalline silica (from bricks cement,
etc.), additives for wood treatment (chromate, wood
preservative), some types of wood (like oak and
beech dust), metals, asbestos.
The risk from exposure to such substances will
depend on how long the user or nearby persons are
being exposed.
Do not let particles enter the body.
To reduce exposure to these substances: work in a
well ventilated area and wear protective equipment,
such as dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
Observe the relevant guidelines for your material,
staff, application and place of application (e.g.
occupational health and safety regulations,
disposal).
Collect the generated particles at the source, avoid
deposits in the surrounding area.
Use suitable accessories for special work. In this
way, fewer particles enter the environment in an
uncontrolled manner.
Use a suitable extraction unit.
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