Elektra Beckum KGS 303 - Manual (Page 7)

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regarding the permissible dimensions of
work pieces.
Do not cut pieces having an irregular
cross
section, such as firewood,
because such pieces cannot be held
securely during cutting and pose serious
danger to the operator.
A suitable auxiliary fence must be used
for firm support when cutting thin work
pieces in an upright position, such as
moldings.
Any use other than the use specified
above, any alteration, modification, use
of used spare parts, use of non-OEM
spare or replacement parts, use of other
parts and components not specifically
approved by the manufacturer, may
cause unforeseeable danger, may result
in damage and/or personal injury. Any of
the above will void the machine war-
ranty.
The manufacturer, its agents, subsidiar-
ies, distributors or dealers shall have no
liability whatsoever for injuries or dam-
age caused entirely or in part through
use other than the use specified above,
any alteration, modification, use of used
spare parts, use of non-OEM spare or
replacement parts, use of other parts
and
components not specifically
approved by the manufacturer.
3.2 General Safety Instruc-
tions
General Danger
Electricity
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DANGER
x All power tools carry with them
some degree of danger. Observe
the following safety instructions to
minimize this danger and to assure
the safe and efficient operation of
this machine.
x Do net let convenience or famili-
arity with this machine (resulting
from repeated use) lead to non-
observance of any safety rules.
If you are careless or use this
machine incorrectly you can suf-
fer serious personal injuries.
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DANGER
x Keep bystanders, particularly chil-
dren, at least 6 feet away from the
machine at all times.
x Children must never be allowed in
the work area. Do not let children
handle the machine, any tools or
the extension cord.
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WARNING
x Keep your work area clean at all
times. Always remove small wood
chips and small pieces from the
machine. A messy work area tends
to lead to accidents.
YOU CAN PREVENT ACCI-
DENTS!
x Be alert. Know what you are doing.
Set out to work with reason.
x DO NOT OPERATE THE
MACHINE WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR
DRUGS, INCLUDING PRESCRIP-
TION DRUGS AND OVER-THE-
COUNTER MEDICATION. SOME
PRESCRIBED DRUGS AND
SOME OVER-THE-COUNTER
MEDICATION MAY IMPAIR YOUR
ABILITY TO SAFELY OPERATE
THIS MACHINE. CONSULT YOUR
PHYSICIAN IF YOU TAKE ANY
PRESCRIPTION DRUGS OR
YOUR PHARMACIST IF YOU
TAKE ANY OVER-THE-COUNTER
MEDICATION.
x Always choose a body position with
secure footing and proper balance
which allows you to operate the
machine without straining or reach-
ing too far.
x Do not operate the machine near
inflammable liquids or gases.
x Do not permit other persons to
touch the machine or power cable
while it is running.
x Do not step on the machine.
x For every job there are power tools
to do the job right and others that
are not really appropriate.
x Use this machine only in accord-
ance with the Specified Conditions
of Use. Please refer to chapter 3.1
for details.
x After use, store the machine in a
dry and safe place where it cannot
be used or tampered with by any
unauthorized person or by children.
x Never store the machine outdoors,
in unprotected areas or in damp
locations.
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CAUTION
x Make your work place safe. Only
operate the machine in well lit
places.
x Do not overload the machine. For
more information on the perform-
ance range and limitations of this
machine, see chapter 15, "Techni-
cal Specifications".
x Protect bystanders in your work
area from injury by flying sparks or
chips by keeping them at least 6
feet away from the machine.
x Remove the transport locking pin
before initial operation of the
machine.
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DANGER
x Do not expose machine to rain.
Do not operate machine in damp or
wet environment.
x Position power supply cable so it
does not interfere with the work
and is not damaged.
x Do not operate machine with dam-
aged power cord.
x Make sure of sufficient lighting at
the work place.
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WARNING
x Do not use the power cable for pur-
poses it is not intended for.
x Use only suitable U.L. or CSA
approved extension cords. Mini-
mum gauge:
 cord length up to 50 ft:
AWG #12
 cord length up to 100 ft:
AWG #10
x To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this equipment has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other).
This plug will fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not
fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the
plug in any way.
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CAUTION