Safety Instructions; Additional Paintmate Safety Instructions; Unwanted Tools And The Environment - Black & Decker VP900 User Manual

Paintmate user manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warning! When using electric tools, the following
basic safety precautions should always be taken to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal
injury. Read all these instructions before attempting to
operate the product and save this booklet.
FOR SAFE OPERATION:
• Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and
benches invite injuries.
• Consider the work area environment. Do not expose
your Paintmate to rain and do not use in damp or
wet locations. Keep the work area well lit. Do not
use in the prescence of flammable liquids or gases.
• Keep children away. Do not let visitors touch your
Paintmate. All visitors should be kept away from the
work area.
• Store idle tools. When not in use, your Paintmate
should be stored in a dry, high or locked place, out
of reach of children.
• Do not force your Paintmate. It will do the job better
and more safely at the rate for which it was intended.
• Use the right tool. Do not force small tools or
attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery as they can be caught in moving parts.
Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Use safety glasses. Use a face or dust mask as well,
if working overhead.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
• Maintain the tool with care. Keep your Paintmate
clean for better and safer performance. Follow the
instructions for cleaning and changing accessories.
Keep the handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
• Remove batteries when not in use.
• Avoid unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is off
when inserting batteries.
• Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common
sense and do not operate your Paintmate when tired.
• Check damaged parts. Before further use of your
Paintmate, any part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine whether it will
operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorised
service agent unless otherwise indicated in this use
manual. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorised service agent. Do not use your Paintmate
if the switch does not turn it on and off.
• Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment,
other than recommended in this user manual, may
present a risk of personal injury.
• Have your Paintmate repaired by a qualified person.
The electrical tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare parts,
otherwise, this may result in considerable danger to
the user.
• Your Paintmate complies with legal requirements in
force relating to radio and television suppression.

ADDITIONAL PAINTMATE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important! On delivery, your Paintmate cordless
painting product requires battery power in order to
operate. This may be supplied in one or two ways:
• By use of a single Black & Decker Versapak
rechargeable battery. Always ensure your Versapak
rechargeable battery is fully charged using a
Versapak battery charger before use.
• By use of three size C (L14) Alkaline batteries.
Safety
• Never use solvents to clean any part of your
Paintmate. Only use water and mild soap if necessary.
• Do not place any sharp or abrasive objects in your
Paintmate.
• Wipe any paint spills from the unit with a damp
cloth, do not immerse the main unit"∫ö water.
• Only use recommended Dulux Handypack paint refills.
• Do not re-use empty Handypacks.
• If the Handypack appears to be damaged or torn,
it should not be used.
• Ensure all connections are correctly made before
turning the unit on.
• Do not angle the brush towards your face when
pressing the trigger.
• Do not place your Paintmate near a heat source,
such as an open fire.
• Do not lean forward excessively when your
Paintmate is mounted on your back, as it may slip
forward and hit your head.
• Do not lift or drag your Paintmate with the handset
and tube.
Save these instructions!

UNWANTED TOOLS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Should you find one day that your Paintmate
needs replacement or is of no further use, think
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