Parkside PSSA 18 A1 - Manual (Page 11)

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3) RESIDUAL RISKS
Even if properly operating and handling
this electric tool, some residual risks will
remain. Due to its construction and build,
this electric tool may present the following
hazards:
a) Lung damage, if suitable respiratory
protection is not worn;
b) Cuts
c) Ear damage if working without ear pro-
tection.
d) Damage to your health caused by
swinging your hands and arms when
operating the appliance for longer pe-
riods of time or if the unit is not held or
maintained properly.
Warning! During operation, this
electric tool generates an electro-
magnetic field which, under certain
circumstances, may impair the
functionality of active or passive
medical implants. To reduce the risk
of serious or lethal injuries, we rec-
ommend that persons with medical
implants consult their doctor and the
manufacturer of their medical im-
plant before operating the machine.
Correct handling of the bat-
tery charger
• This device can be used by
individuals with reduced physi-
cal, sensory or mental capabili-
ties or a lack of experience or
knowledge if they are super-
vised or have been instructed
in how to use the device safely
and understand the associated
dangers. Children must not play
with the device.
• To charge the battery, use only
the charger supplied. Risk of fire
and explosion. This ensures that the
safety of the device is maintained.
• Before each use, check the
charger, cable and plug and
have them repaired by quali-
fied professionals and only with
original parts. Do not use a de-
fective charger and do not open
it up yourself. This ensures that the
safety of the device is maintained.
• Connect the charger only to a
socket with an earth. Ensure
that the mains voltage matches
the specifications on the charger
rating plate. Risk of electric shock.
• Disconnect the charger from the
mains before closing or opening
connection to the battery / power
tool / device. This ensures that the bat-
tery and charger are not damaged.
• Keep the charger clean and
away from wet and rain. Do not
use the charger outdoors. Dirt
and the entry of water increase the risk
of electric shock.
• Operate the charger only with
the appropriate original bat-
teries. Charging other batteries may
result in injuries and risk of fire.
• Avoid mechanical damage to
the charger. This can result in inter-
nal short circuits.
• Do not operate the charger on a
combustible surface (e.g. paper,
textiles). Risk of fire due to heating
during charging.
• If the power cable for this
equipment is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufac-
turer, a customer service agent
of the same or a similarly quali-
fied person in order to prevent