Safety Warnings - Rehau RAUTOOL A-light Operating Instructions Manual

RAUTOOL A-LIGHT

SAFETY WARNINGS

The tool is intended for processing all REHAU compression sleeve
systems, using original REHAU supplementary sets, up to size
32 mm.
Caution:
Read all safety warnings and assembly instructions before using
the tool.
Follow these operating instructions and always keep the safety
warnings with the tool.
In addition to the operating instructions, always observe generally
applicable statutory and other binding regulations relating to the
prevention of and protection against accidents.
General safety warnings:
1. Keep your workplace tidy and free of obstructions. Make sure there is
always sufficient light.
2. Keep children, pets and unauthorized persons away from the place at
which you are working.
3. Wear suitable work clothing. Do not wear loosely fitting clothes or
jewellery. They may get caught in moving parts. Wear a hairnet if you
have long hair. Use goggles.
4. Do not touch moving parts (risk of trapping fingers).
5. Be alert. Only use the tool if you have received instructions in using
it.
6. Keep your tools in a safe place. When not in use, tools should be
kept in dry, closed rooms out of the reach of children.
7. The tool is suitable for the preparation of REHAU compression sleeve
joints only. Do not use the tool for other purposes.
8. Only operate the tool with original REHAU parts and accessories:
9. Have servicing and repair work done only at a specialist workshop
authorized by REHAU. We reject any liability for work performed by
non-authorized personnel. The addresses of authorized service cen-
ters may be obtained from your dealer or REHAU sales office.
Tool-specific safety warnings:
1. Keep the tool, the batteries and the charger dry and protect them
from moisture, extreme heat, oil and solvents. The charger is only
intended for use in dry, indoor rooms. It must not be used outdoors.
2. Do not operate the tool in the vicinity of flammable liquids or explo-
sive gases.
3. Before use, examine the tool and accessories for defects (e.g. cracks
on the cable insulation, oil loss of the tool, bent/defective clamping
jaws, damage or visible wear on the jaw sets etc.). Check whether
the moving parts are in proper working order, that they are not jam-
med and that parts are not damaged. All parts must be correctly
assembled and satisfy all of the conditions to ensure proper tool
operation.
4. Do never work with damaged tool or accessories. Send the damaged
tool immediately to the nearest service center.
5. The battery may only be charged using the charger supplied. The
use of other types of battery or charger in conjunction with the
equipment supplied may create an explosion hazard.
6. When the tool is converted (change of push-in jaws), the battery
must be removed from the tool in order to avoid unintentional actua-
tion.
7. Make sure that the rechargeable battery contacts cannot be shorte-
ned by metal objects, such as screws, instruments, nails etc. A short
circuit between the battery contacts may result in combustion or fire.
8. Only use single-phase alternating current of the voltage stated on
the power specification label.
9. Do not insert foreign objects into the ventilation grills on the charger.
10. To prevent the motor from overheating, do not operate at maximum
pressure for any prolonged period. The tool is not suitable for perma-
nent operation. After approx. 50 consecutive clamping operations, a
break of at least 15 min. is required to allow the tool to cool down.
11. Do not burn the tool or the chargeable batteries. Rechargeable batte-
ries may explode in flames.
12. When incorrectly used, fluid may emerge from the battery. Avoid the
contact with the fluid. In case of accidental contact, rinse with
water. If the liquid gets into your eyes, medical attendance is additio-
nally required.
Caution!
REHAU will not accept any liability for damage or injury attributable to
unsafe product use, poor maintenance or improper product or system
usage.
For planning and assembly, please use our valid Technical Information.
The current status of the brochure is available from your specialized
wholesaler, your REHAU sales office or as a download from
www.rehau.com.
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