
g) Never use the power tool without the guard
(hood).
h) Take steps to ensure that flying sparks from the
power tool do not present a hazard, i.e. by striking
yourself or other persons. Adjust the position of
the disc guard accordingly.
i) Adjust the position of the disc guard on the ma-
chine correctly. The guard must be securely at-
tached to the machine and positioned for max-
imum safety, so the least amount of cutting disc
is exposed towards the operator. The guard helps
to protect the operator from broken disc fragments
and accidental contact with the disc.
j) Store machines in a secure place when not in use.
When not in use, machines must be stored in a
dry, high place or locked away out of reach of
children.
k) Switch the machine off before transporting it.
l) When laying the machine down, make sure that it
stands securely.
m) Switch the machine off after use.
n) Have your power tool servicedby a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
o) Maintain the machine carefully. Check for mis-
alignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect
the machine’s operation. If damaged, have the
machine repaired before use. Poor maintenance is
the cause of many accidents.
p) Set the switch to the “stop” position before chan-
ging the cutting disc or adjusting the guard.
q) Don’t leave the machine unattended while the
motor is running.
r) Always apply full throttle when cutting.
s) Hold the machine by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the cutting
disc may contact hidden wiring. Contact with a
“live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the
machine “live” and shock the operator.
t) Children must be instructed not to play with the
machine.
u) The machine is not intended for use by debilitated
persons or children.
v) Lifting the saw and saw carriage by crane is not
permissible.
w) Do not stand the saw and saw carriage on an
inclined surface. Always check to ensure that the
saw and saw carriage are standing securely.
5.2 Proper organization of the work area
a) Ensure that the workplace is well lit.
b) Ensure that the workplace is well ventilated. Ex-
posure to dust at a poorly ventilated workplace may
result in damage to the health.
c) Don’t work in closed rooms. Carbon monoxide,
unburned hydrocarbons and benzene in the exhaust
gas may cause asphyxiation.
d) Keep the workplace tidy. Objects which could
cause injury should be removed from the work-
ing area. Untidiness at the workplace can lead to
accidents.
e) Secure the workpiece. When necessary, use
clamps or a vice to secure the workpiece. Don’t
hold the workpiece by hand.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) It is recommended that non-slip shoes or boots
are worn when working outdoors.
h) Keep children away. Keep other persons away
from the working area.
i) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
j) Fit the filled water tank to the saw carriage only
after fitting the saw to the saw carriage. This will
prevent the saw carriage falling over.
k) Concealed electric cables or gas and water pipes
present a serious hazard if damaged while you
are working. Accordingly, check the area in which
you are working beforehand (e.g. using a metal
detector). External metal parts of the machine may
become live, for example, when an electric cable is
damaged accidentally.
l) Don’t work from a ladder.
m) Don’t work above shoulder height.
n) If the work involves breaking right through, also
apply the appropriate safety measures at the op-
posite side. Parts breaking away could fall out and /
or fall down and injure other persons.
o) Secure the area below the working area.
p) When using the wet cutting technique, take care
to ensure that the water drains away in controlled
fashion and check that the water or water spray
presents no hazard and causes no damage to the
surrounding area.
q) Secure the area below the working area.
5.3 Thermal
a) Wear protective gloves when changing cutting
tools as they get hot during use.
b) The exhaust system and motor get very hot. Always
hold the machine securely with both hands on the
grips provided.
5.4 Liquids (gasoline and oil)
a) Store gasoline and oil in a well-ventilated room in
fuel containers in compliance with regulations.
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Printed: 07.07.2013 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5128401 / 000 / 00