Intended Use; Safety Information - Scheppach DP16VLS Instruction Manual

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• Operating manual

4. Intended use

The bench drill is designed for drilling in metal, wood,
plastic and tiles. Straight shank drills with a drilling
diameter from 3 mm to 16 mm can be used.
The device is intended to be used by do-it-your-
selfers. It was not designed for heavy commercial
use. The tool is not to be used by persons under the
age of 16. Children over the age of 16 may use the
tool except under supervision. The manufacturer is
not liable for damage caused by an improper use or
incorrect operation of this device.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-
signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial appli-
cations. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment
is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses
or for equivalent purposes.

5. Safety information

General Safety Instructions
m CAUTION!
When using power tools, observe the following basic
safety measures for the prevention of electric shocks
and the risk of injury and fire: There is a risk of injury.
Read all these notices before using the electric tool
and keep the safety instructions for later reference.
General Safety Instructions for Power Tools
m WARNING!
Read all safety instructions and guidelines care-
fully.
Failure to follow the safety instructions and guidelines
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injuries.
Save all safety instructions and guidelines for
the future.
The term „power tool" used in the safety instructions
refers to mains-operated electric tools (with a mains
cable) and to battery-operated electric tools (without
a mains cable).
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Safe working
1. Keep your work area tidy
- An untidy workplace can lead to accidents.
2. Consider environment influences
- Do not expose power tools to rain.
- Do not use power tools in damp or wet sur-
roundings.
- Ensure the work area is adequately lit.
- Do not use power tools where there is a fire or
explosion hazard.
3. Protect yourself against electric shock
- Avoid body contact with earthed parts (e.g.
pipes, radiators, electric cookers, refrigerators).
4. Keep other people away
- Do not allow other people, especially children,
to touch the power tool or cable. Keep them
away from your work area.
5. Store unused power tools safely.
- Unused power tools should be stored in a dry,
high or locked place, out of the reach of children.
6. Do not overload your power tool.
- Your work better and more safely within the
specified power range.
7. Use the correct power tool
- Do not use low-performance machines for
heavy work.
- Do not use the power tool for purposes for
which it is not intended. For example, do not use
use a circular hand saw for cutting tree branch-
es or logs.
8. Wear suitable clothing
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that
might become caught in moving parts.
- When working outdoors, non-slip footwear is
recommended.
- Wear a hair net to contain long hair.
9. Use protective equipment
- Wear safety goggles.
- Use a dust mask for work which generates dust.
10. Connect a dust extraction device
- If connections are available for dust extraction
and collection devices, make sure that these
are connected and properly used.
11. Do not use the cable for purposes for which it
is not intended
- Do not use the cable to pull the plug from the
socket.
- Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure the workpiece
- Use jigs or a vice to hold the workpiece secure-
ly. This is safer than using your hand.
13. Avoid abnormal body postures.
- Ensure secure footing and keep your balance
at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care
- Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better
and safer working.