Baier BSM 270, Instruction Manual

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Safety Instructions

WARNING

Read all the safety instructions and precautions.
Failure to observe the safety instructions and 
 precautions can cause serious injuries.

Keep all safety instructions and precautions for 
future reference.

The term “power tool” used in the safety instructions 
refers to mains-operated power tools (with mains 
power lead) and battery-operated power tools  
(without mains power cable).

2.1  Workplace safety

a)  Keep your work area clean and well 

illuminated.
Untidiness and unlit work areas can result in 
 accidents.

b)  Never use the power tool in potentially 

 explosive environments containing flammable 
 liquids, gases or dusts.
Power tools generate sparks which can ignite 
dust or vapours.

c)  Keep children and other persons away from 

the power tool during use.
A moment’s distraction can cause you to lose 
control of the machine. 

2.2  Electrical safety

a)  The connecting plug of the power tool must fit 

in the plug socket. The plug must not be mod-
ified in any way. Do not use adapter plugs in 
conjunction with power tools with protective 
earth conductor.
Unmodified plugs and properly fitting plug sockets 
reduce the risk of electric shock.

b)  Avoid physical contact with earthed  surfaces 

such as pipes, heaters, cookers and  
refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of an electric shock if 
your body is earthed.

c)  Keep power tools away from rain and 

 moisture.
The ingress of water into a power tool increases 
the risk of an electric shock.

d)  Do misuse the cable in any way by using it 

to carry or hang up the power tool or to pull 
the plug out of the socket. Keep the cable 
away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving 
 machine  parts.
Damaged or kinked cables increase the risk of an 
electric shock.

e)  When working with a power tool outdoors, 

use only extension leads that are suitable for 
outdoor use.
Use of an extension lead suitable for outdoor use 
reduces the risk of electric shock.

f)  If the use of the power tool in a damp environ-

ment is unavoidable, use a residual-current 
circuit breaker.
Use of a residual-current circuit breaker (RCCB 
with 10 mA maximum tripping current) reduces 
the risk of an electric shock.

2.3  Safety of people

a)  Always work carefully, attentively and sensi-

bly when using a power tool. Do not use the 
power tools if you are tired or are under the 
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while using the power 
tool can result in serious injuries.

b)  Wear personal protective equipment and 

 always wear goggles.
The wearing of personal protective equipment, 
such as dust mask, non-slip safety shoes, helmet 
or ear protectors, depending on the type and  
application of the power tools, reduces the risk 
of injuries.

c)  Avoid accidental switching on of the power 

tool. Ensure that the power tool is switched 
off before connecting it to the mains  power 
supply and/or connecting the battery and 
 before picking up or carrying the tool.
If you have your finger on the switch when carry-
ing the power tool or you connect the tool to the 
power supply when it is switched on, this can lead 
to accidents.

d)  Remove the adjusting tools or wrenches 

 before switching on the power tool.
A tool or wrench in a rotating part of the tool can 
result in injuries.

e)  Avoid abnormal postures when working.  

Ensure you are standing firmly and maintain 
your balance at all times.
This will enable you to control the power tool bet-
ter in unexpected situations.