Westfalia WASB18BL Original Instructions Manual page 13

▪ Use metal and voltage detectors to locate concealed electric, water or gas lines. Avoid
touching live components or conductors.
▪ Ensure that the lighting is adequate.
▪ Ensure that the drill bit is securely fixed in the chuck. Insecure drill bits can be ejected
from the machine causing a hazard.
▪ Ensure that the drill bit is in contact with the workpiece prior to starting up the tool.
▪ Before drilling, check that there is sufficient clearance for the drill bit under the
workpiece.
▪ Do not exert pressure on to the tool. To do so would shorten its lifetime.
▪ Drill bits get hot during operation; allow cooling prior to handling them.
▪ Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste close by the bit.
▪ If you are interrupted when operating the cordless drill, complete the process and
switch off before looking up.
▪ If possible, use clamps or a vice to hold your work.
▪ Examine the chuck regularly for signs of wear or damage. Have damaged parts repaired
by a qualified service centre.
▪ Always wait until the cordless drill has come to a complete stop before putting it down.
▪ Periodically check all nuts, bolts and other fixings and tighten where necessary.
▪ Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Additional Battery and Charger Safety Notes
WARNING: Li-Ion batteries, if incorrectly used, stored or charged are a fire, burn and
explosion hazard.
Use the battery charger correctly
▪ Refer to the section of this manual relating to use of the battery charger before
attempting to charge the battery.
▪ Do not attempt to use the charger with other batteries. Keep the battery charger clean;
Foreign objects and dirt can cause a short circuit and block the ventilation holes. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in overheating or fire.
▪ Allow batteries to cool for 15 minutes after charging or heavy use. Failure to follow these
instructions may cause overheating or fire.
▪ Use only chargers recommended by the manufacturer to charge the batteries. If a charger
is not suitable for a certain kind of battery there is a risk of fire.
▪ Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
▪ Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
▪ The device is designed for operation in altitudes of up to 2000 m above sea level. Keep the
battery out of reach of children. When not in use batteries should be stored at room
temperature (approx. 20˚ C).
▪ Do not open, disassemble, crush, heat above 60 °C or incinerate. Do not dispose of in fire
or similar.
▪ Keep the battery away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws
or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
▪ If used incorrectly, liquid may leak from the battery. Avoid contact with it. In case of
accidental contact, rinse with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
▪ Always switch off the heat gun after work. Please note that the device is still very hot.
There is risk of injuries and fire!
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