Baier BSM 287, Translation Of The Original 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 

modified 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 

environment 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 

sensibly 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 

carrying 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 

better in unexpected situations.

f)  Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose 

clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, 

clothing and gloves away from moving parts.

Loose clothing, jewellery and long hair can get 

caught in moving parts.

g)  If dust extraction and collection devices 

can be installed, ensure that these are 

connected and are used correctly.

Use of a dust extraction system can reduce the 

hazards caused by dust.