KARAT
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180
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OPERATING MANUAL KARAT® 180
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gerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are dan-
gerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalign-
ment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect
the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions,
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
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replace-
ment parts. This will ensure that the safety of
the power tool is maintained.
b) For power tools with type X attachment,
where a specially preparde cord is needed
to replace the cord: if the supply cord of this
power tool is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially preparded cord available
through a qualified service facilty.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Please read and comply with these
instructions prior to the initial
operation of your device.
Retain these instruction manual for
future reference or for subsequent
possessors.
WARNING: Prior to the first start-
up, it is definitely necessary to read
the Safety instructions!
In case you do not adhere to this instruction
manual and the safety instructions, this may result
in damages on the device and cause dangerous
situations for the operator and other people. In
case of transport damage inform vendor imme-
diately.
SPECIAL TOOLS SAFETY
WARNINGS
Working safely with this machine is possible
only when the operating and safety informa-
tion are read completely and the instruc-
tions contained therein are strictly followed.
Before using for the first time, ask for a prac-
tical demonstration.
Before working on the machine
itself, pull the mains plug.
Wear safety glasses and
ear protectors when
impact drilling.
Wear light respiratory
protection and a hard
hat.
Be careful of hidden electrical lines
or gas and water pipes. Check the
working area, e.g., with a metal
detector.
Use auxiliary handle(s), if supplied
with the tool.
Loss of control can cause personal inju-
ry.
