Symbols; Safety Warnings - Festool DRC 18/4 Original Instructions Manual

Contents
1 Symbols..................................................... 13
2 Safety warnings.........................................13
3 Intended use..............................................14
4 Technical data........................................... 15
5 Functional description.............................. 15
6 Commissioning..........................................15
7 Settings......................................................16
8 Tool holder, attachments..........................16
9 Working with the machine........................ 17
10 Service and maintenance..........................17
11 Environment.............................................. 17
12 General information.................................. 17
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Symbols

Warning of general danger
Warning of electric shock
Read the operating manual and safety
instructions.
Wear ear protection.
Wear protective goggles.
Inserting the battery pack
Removing the battery pack
Do not dispose of it with domestic
waste.
CE marking: Confirms the conformity
of the power tool with the European
Community directives.
Tip or advice
Handling instruction
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Safety warnings

2.1 General power tool safety warnings
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, in­
structions, illustrations and specifica­
tions provided with this power tool. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to
your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Follow the operating manual for the charger
and the battery pack.
2.2 Machine-specific safety notices
Use the auxiliary handle(s). Loss of control
-
can cause personal injury.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
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surfaces, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory or fasteners
may contact hidden wiring. Cutting acces­
sory contacting a "live" wire may make ex­
posed metal parts of the power tool "live"
and could give the operator an electric
shock.
- Use appropriate detection devices to look
for any hidden supply lines or consult your
local utility company. If the insertion tool
makes contact with live cables, it can result
in fire and electric shock. Damage to a gas
pipe can lead to an explosion. Penetration
of a water pipe can result in damage to
property.
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Wear suitable personal protective equip­
ment: Ear protection and safety goggles.
CAUTION! Power tool can jam and cause
sudden kickback! Switch off immediately!
Hold the power tool firmly in your hand.
-
Make sure the speed is adjusted correctly
when screwdriving. Be prepared for a high
reaction torque, which may cause the pow­
er tool to turn and possibly lead to injury.
Do not use the power tool in the rain or in
-
damp surroundings. Moisture in the power
tool may cause a short circuit and fire.
- Do not lock the on/off switch in place per­
manently.
Do not use power supply units or third-
-
party battery packs to operate cordless
power tools. Do not use third-party charg­
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