MK Diamond MK-APC-H - Manual (Page 4)

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INSTRUCTION
PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
WARNING! When using an abrasive chop saw, approved protective equipment must be used. Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of
accidents, however, it can reduce the effects of an injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer for help when choosing protective equipment.
• Protective Helmet
• Ear Protection
• Protective Glasses or Full Face Protection
• Breathing Mask
• Heavy-Duty, Firm Grip Gloves
• Snug-Fitting, Heavy-Duty, Comfortable Clothing that allows full freedom of movement
• Leg Protection (to protect against sparks and cutting fragments
• Anti-Slip Boots with Steel Toe-Caps
• First-Aid Kit should always be on hand
THE POWER CUTTER'S SAFETY EQUIPMENT
This section describes the abrasive chop saw’s safety equipment, its function and how checks and maintenance are carried out to ensure that it
operates correctly.
NEVER use a defective blade guard or a blade guard that is not fitting correctly.
WARNING! Never use an abrasive chop saw with defective safety equipment. Follow the control, maintenance and service instructions described in this manual.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
Do not use the abrasive chop saw until you have read the entire contents of this Operator’s Manual. All servicing, in addition to the points listed in the section
“control, maintenance and service of the abrasive chop saw’s safety equipment”, should be carried out be trained service specialists.
Transport and storage
• Store the abrasive chop saw under lock and key so that it’s out of reach of children and unauthorized persons.
• Do not store or transport the abrasive chop saw with the cutting blade fitted.
GENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working with the abrasive chop saw. Follow these general working instructions, but never use a
machine without the possibility of calling for help in the event of an accident.
Basic safety precautions
IMPORTANT INFORMATION! Never work with an abrasive chop saw that is defective or incorrectly adjusted. Do not work with an abrasive chop saw
that is incomplete or where assembly has not been carried out in a satisfactory manner. Check that the cutting blade stops rotating when the throttle
is released. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert. Avoid all usage which you consider to be
beyond your capability
• Check that no one is in the immediate vicinity when the machine is started or while working with the machine to ensure that people, animals or other
things cannot affect your control of the abrasive chop saw.
• Avoid usage in unfavorable weather conditions, for example, thick fog, heavy rain, strong winds or extreme cold, etc. To work in bad weather
conditions is tiring and can create dangerous circumstances, e.g. slippery surfaces.
• Never start to work with the abrasive chop saw before the working area is clear and you have a firm foothold. Look out for any obstacles with unexpected
movement. Ensure when cutting that no material can become loose and fall, causing operating injury. Take great care when working on sloping ground.
• Make sure clothing and parts of the body do not come into contact with the cutting blade when the engine is started.
• Maintain a safe distance from the cutting blade when the engine is running.
• The blade guard should always be fitted when the engine is running.
• Ensure that the working area is sufficiently illuminated to create a safe working environment.
• Check the cutting area for buried cables and wires.