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1. Introduction
Important!
When using the equipment, a few safety
precautions must be observed to avoid injuries
and damage. Please read the complete
operating manual with due care. Keep these
operating instructions in a safe place so that the
information is available at all times. If you give
the equipment to any other person, hand over
this operating manual as well. We cannot
accept any liability for damage or accidents
which arise due to a failure to follow these
instructions and the safety information.
2. Safety information
CAUTION
Read all the safety regulations and instructions.
Any errors made in following the safety
information and instructions may result in an
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety information and instructions
in a safe place for future use.
2.1 Safety information
Important! The following basic safety
actions must be taken when using this
compressor in order to protect the user
from electric shocks and the risk of injury
and fire. Read and follow these instructions
before using the equipment.
■ Keep your work area tidy
Untidy work areas can result in accidents.
■ Check the ambient conditions
Do not expose the compressor to rain.
Never use the compressor in damp or wet
locations. There is a risk of electric shock!
Provide good lighting.
Do not use the compressor near flammable
liquids or gases. There is a risk of explosion!
■ Protect yourself against electric shocks
Avoid bodily contact with earthed parts, e.g.
pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators.
■ Keep children away!
Do not allow other persons to touch the
compressor or cable, keep them away from
your work area.
■ Keep your compressor in a safe place
When unused, the compressor must be
stored in a dry, locked room out of children’s
reach.
■ Do not overload your compressor
It will run better and safer within its quoted
capacity range.
■ Wear suitable work clothes
Never wear loose fitting clothes or jewellery.
They may get caught in moving parts.
Rubber gloves and non-slip shoes are
recommended when working outdoors.
Wear a hair net if you have long hair. Risk of
injury!
■ Do not use the cable for purposes other
than that for which it is designed
Do not carry the compressor by its cable
and do not use the cable to pull the plug out
of the socket. Protect the cable from heat,
oil and sharp edges. The cable/plug could
become damaged.
■ Take care of your compressor
Keep your compressor clean in order to
work well and safely. Follow the
maintenance instructions. Check the power
plug and cable on a regular basis and have
them replaced by an authorized specialist if
they are damaged. Check the extension
cable regularly and replace it if damaged.
■ Pull out the power plug
When not in use and before carrying out any
maintenance work.
■ Avoid unintentional starting
Make sure that the switch is turned off when
connecting to the power supply.
■ When using an extension cable
outdoors
Check that it is approved for outdoor duty
and is marked accordingly.
■ Be alert at all times
Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense when working. Never use the
compressor when you are distracted.
■ Check your compressor for damage
Before using the compressor again,
carefully check the safety devices and any
slightly damaged parts to ensure that they
are in good working order. Check that the
