Safety Information - EINHELL BT-AB 19/4 Kit Operating Instructions Manual

m Important!
When using the equipment, a few safety pre-
cautions must be observed to avoid injuries and
damage. Please read the complete operating
instructions and safety regulations with due care.
Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the in-
formation is available at all times. If you give the
equipment to any other person, hand over these
operating instructions and safety regulations as
well. We cannot accept any liability for damage
or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow
these instructions and the safety instructions.

1. Safety information

1.1 Safety information
m Important. The following basic safety
actions must be taken when using this com-
pressor in order to protect the user from
electric shocks and the risk of injury and fire.
Read and follow these instructions before
using the equipment.
This equipment is not designed to be used by
people (including children) with limited physical,
sensory or mental capacities or those with no
experience and/or knowledge unless they are su-
pervised by a person who is responsible for their
safety or they have received instructions from
such a person in how to use the equipment safely.
Children must always be supervised in order to
ensure that they do not play with the equipment.
1. Keep your work area tidy. Untidy work areas
can result in accidents.
2. Make allowance for ambient conditions. Do
not expose the compressor to rain. Never
use the compressor in damp or wet locations.
Provide good lighting. Do not use the com-
pressor near flammable liquids or gases.
3. Guard against electric shock. Avoid bodily
contact with earthed parts (e.g. pipes, radia-
tors, cookers and refrigerators).
4. Keep children away! Do not allow other per-
sons to touch the compressor or cable, keep
them away from your work area.
5. Keep your compressor in a safe place. When
not in use, the compressor should be stored
in a dry, locked room out of children's reach.
6. Do not overload your compressor. It will work
better and safer when used within its quoted
capacity range.
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7. Wear suitable work clothes. Never wear loose
fitting clothes or jewelry. They may get caught
in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-slip
shoes are recommended when working out-
doors. Wear a hair net if you have long hair.
8. Do not use the cable for purposes other than
that for which it is designed. Do not carry the
compressor by its cable and do not use the
cable to pull the plug out of the socket. Pro-
tect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
9. Take care of your compressor. Keep your
compressor clean to ensure that it works
efficiently and safely. Follow the maintenance
instructions. Check the power plug and cable
on a regular basis and have them replaced by
an authorized specialist if they are damaged.
Check the extension cable regularly and re-
place it if damaged.
10. Pull out the power plug. When the equipment
is not in use and before carrying out any
maintenance work.
11. Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure that
the switch is turned off when connecting the
tool to the power supply.
12. Use in enclosed areas. Avoid moisture and do
not use the equipment outdoors.
13. Be alert at all times. Keep an eye on your
work. Use common sense when working.
Never use the compressor when you are dis-
tracted.
14. Check the compressor for damage. Before
using the compressor again, check the safety
devices or any slightly damaged parts to
ensure that they are in good working order.
Check that the moving parts are working cor-
rectly, that they do not jam, and that no parts
are damaged. Make sure that all parts are fit-
ted correctly to ensure that the equipment re-
mains safe to use. Unless otherwise stated in
the operating instructions, damaged guards
and parts have to be repaired or replaced
by a customer service workshop. Damaged
switches have to be replaced by a customer
service workshop. Never use an electric pow-
er tool with a switch that cannot be turned on
and off.
15. Important. For your own safety you must use
only the accessories and additional units
listed in the operating instructions or recom-
mended or specified by the manufacturer. The
use of mounted tools or accessories other
than those recommended in the operating in-
structions or catalog may place your personal
safety at risk.
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