ROTHENBERGER PORTACUT 185 - Manual (Page 18)

c) c) Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons un- Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons un
familiar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, break Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, break
age of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
f) f) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these
instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of
power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5) Service 5) Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical 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.
1.3 Special safety instructions
It is essential to read and understand the general safety instructions in the Safety appendix (Page It is essential to read and understand the general safety instructions in the Safety appendix (Page
55 and following)!
If the machine has emitted smoke or took fire, do not disassemble it but have it inspected or If the machine has emitted smoke or took fire, do not disassemble it but have it inspected or
repaired by a qualified person!
Never install an earth wire to the gas pipe! If attempted, explosion may take place! Never install an earth wire to the gas pipe! If attempted, explosion may take place!
The machine and other parts coast for a while after the switch is turned off. Never touch them The machine and other parts coast for a while after the switch is turned off. Never touch them
while they are moving!
Cut surfaces are very sharp. Do not touch them with your hands! When it is required to touch the
Cut surfaces are very sharp. Do not touch them with your hands! When it is required to touch the
saw blade and moving parts for replacement etc., switch off the machine and unplug it before
starting that operation!
Do not touch the plug with wet hands! Do not hold the power cord and pull it to disconnect from Do not touch the plug with wet hands! Do not hold the power cord and pull it to disconnect from
the receptacle! Do not put the machine on the cord and damage it!
An extension cord used should be a three-core cab tyre cable having an earth wire. Use a thick An extension cord used should be a three core cab tyre cable having an earth wire. Use a thick
and durable cord for outdoor use.
Always use gloves for works such as cutting! Always use gloves for works such as cutting!
Wear caps or protective hair covering to contain long hair! Do not wear neckties, open-sleeved Wear caps or protective hair covering to contain long hair! Do not wear neckties, open sleeved
clothing, knitted gloves, loose clothing or jewellery (such as necklaces)! Otherwise you may get
caught in moving parts. Wear safety glasses while operating the machine! Chips may enter your
eyes and nose.
Do not leave the machine unattended during rotating! Others may get caught in moving parts. Do not leave the machine unattended during rotating! Others may get caught in moving parts.
It is mandatory to use pipe support for long and heavy work to avoid shaking and distortion of
It is mandatory to use pipe support for long and heavy work to avoid shaking and distortion of
the work during turning and tilting of the machine by the weight of the work piece. Otherwise
the work piece and the machine become unstable.
Do not blow off chips using compressed air! They may get into your eyes and loss of eyesight may Do not blow off chips using compressed air! They may get into your eyes and loss of eyesight may
result.
Use a face or dust mask if operation creates dust! Sawdust and dirt may enter your eyes and nose.
Use a face or dust mask if operation creates dust! Sawdust and dirt may enter your eyes and nose.
When lifting the machine, bend your knees to avoid a load on your waist! Keep proper footing
When lifting the machine, bend your knees to avoid a load on your waist! Keep proper footing
and balance at all times! You may tumble and get hurt.
The machine with chip is slippery. Do not drop the machine on your feet while lifting it! The machine with chip is slippery. Do not drop the machine on your feet while lifting it!
Do not put the machine or work piece on the power cord! Damaged cord and current leakage Do not put the machine or work piece on the power cord! Damaged cord and current leakage
will occur.
Watch the position of your fingers while lowering frame to avoid pinching of fingers!
Watch the position of your fingers while lowering frame to avoid pinching of fingers!
Do not leave the machine with a long work piece set on it! You may tumble and get hurt.
Do not leave the machine with a long work piece set on it! You may tumble and get hurt.
The work material with chips is slippery. Do not drop it on your feet! The work material with chips is slippery. Do not drop it on your feet!
Upon receiving the machine, check the following. Upon receiving the machine, check the following.
• Check that the machine is built conforming to the specifications stated in your order. Check that the machine is built conforming to the specifications stated in your order.
• Check the overall machine for any damage or deformation caused in transit due to ac Check the overall machine for any damage or deformation caused in transit due to ac
cidents or other reasons.
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