Intended Use; Safety Information - Scheppach HC54 Translation Of Original Instruction Manual

• Open the packaging and remove the device care-
fully.
• Remove the packaging material as well as the pack-
aging and transport bracing (if available).
• Check that the delivery is complete.
• Check the device and accessory parts for trans-
port damage.
• If possible, store the packaging until the warranty
period has expired.

4. Intended use

The compressor is designed to generate compressed
air for compressed-air driven tools which can be driven
with an air volume of up to approx. 158 l/min (e.g. tire
inflator, blow-out pistol and paint spray gun).
The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed
purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of mis-
use. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will
be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused
as a result of this.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed
for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications.
Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used
in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for
equivalent purposes.

5. Safety information

m Attention! The following basic safety measures
must be observed when using electric tools for protec-
tion against electric shock, and the risk of injury and
fire. Read all these notices before using the electric
tool and keep the safety instructions for later refer-
ence.
m Attention! The following basic safety actions must
be taken when using this compressor in order to pro-
tect the user from electric shocks and the risk of injury
and fire. Read and follow these instructions before us-
ing the equipment.
Safe work
1 Keep the work area orderly
- Disorder in the work area can lead to accidents.
2 Take environmental influences into account
- Do not expose electric tools to rain.
- Do not use electric tools in a damp or wet environ-
ment. There is a risk of electric shock!
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- Make sure that the work area is well-illuminated.
- Do not use electric tools where there is a risk of
fire or explosion.
3 Protect yourself from electric shock
- Avoid physical contact with earthed parts (e.g.
pipes, radiators, electric ranges, cooling units).
4 Keep children away
- Do not allow other persons to touch the equipment
or cable, keep them away from your work area.
5 Securely store unused electric tools
- Unused electric tools should be stored in a dry,
elevated or closed location out of the reach of
children.
6 Do not overload your electric tool
- They work better and more safely in the specified
output range.
7 Wear suitable clothing
- Do not wear wide clothing or jewellery, which can
become entangled in moving parts.
- Rubber gloves and non-slip shoes are recom-
mended when working outdoors.
- Tie long hair back in a hair net.
8 Do not use the cable for purposes for which it is
not intended
- Do not use the cable to pull the plug out of the
outlet. Protect the cable from heat, oil and sharp
edges.
9 Take care of your tools
- Keep your compressor clean in order to work well
and safely.
- Follow the maintenance instructions.
- Check the connection cable of the electric tool
regularly and have it replaced by a recognised
specialist when damaged.
- Check extension cables regularly and replace
them when damaged.
10 Pull the plug out of the outlet
- During non-use of the electric tool or prior to
maintenance and when replacing tools such as
saw blades, bits, milling heads.
11 Avoid inadvertent starting
- Make sure that the switch is switched off when
plugging the plug into an outlet.
12 Use extension cables for outdoors
- Only use approved and appropriately identified
extension cables for use outdoors.
- Only use cable reels in the unrolled state.
13 Remain attentive
- Pay attention to what you are doing. Remain sen-
sible when working. Do not use the electric tool
when you are distracted.
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