Demolition Jackhammer
E&OE
© 2019 Baumr-AG
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Safety
Safety messages are designed to alert you to possible dangers or hazards that could cause death, injury or
equipment or property damage if not understood or followed. Safety messages have the following symbols:
You WILL be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY INJURED if you do
not follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or
SERIOUSLY INJURED if you do
not follow instructions.
You CAN be INJURED if you do
not follow instructions or equipment
damage may occur.
It is vital that you read and understand this
user manual before using the product,
including safety warnings, and any assembly
and operating instructions. Keep the manual
for future reference.
Safety precautions and recommendations
detailed here must be fully understood and
followed to reduce the risk of injury, fire,
explosion, electrical hazard, and/or property
damage.
Safety information presented here is generic
in nature – some advice may not be
applicable to every product. The term
"equipment" refers to the product, be it
electrical mains powered, battery powered or
combustion engine powered.
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Before Use
- If you are not familiar with the
safe operation/handling of the equipment or
are in any way unsure of any aspect of
suitability or correct use for your
application, you should complete training
conducted by a person or organization
qualified in safe use and operation of this
equipment, including fuel/electrical handling
and safety.
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Do NOT operate the equipment in
flammable or explosive environments, such
as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. The equipment may create
sparks or heat that may ignite flammable
substances.
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Keep clear of moving parts.
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Equipment may be a potential source of
electric shock or injury if misused.
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Do NOT operate the equipment if it is
damaged, malfunctioning or is in an
excessively worn state.
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Do NOT allow others to use the equipment
unless they have read this manual and are
adequately trained.
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Keep packaging away from children - risk
of suffocation! Operators must use the
equipment correctly. When using the
equipment, consider conditions and pay
due care to persons and property.
General Work Area Safety
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Work areas should be clean and well it.
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Do not operate the equipment if
bystanders, animals etc are within
operating range of the equipment or the
general work area.
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If devices are provided for connecting dust
extraction / collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and used properly.
Dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
General Personal Safety
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Wear appropriate protective equipment
when operating, servicing, or when in the
operating area of the equipment to help
protect from eye and ear injury, poisoning,
burns, cutting and crush injuries. Protective
equipment such as safety goggles,
respirators, non-slip safety footwear, hard
hat, hearing protection etc should be used
for appropriate equipment / conditions.
Other people nearby should also wear
appropriate personal protective equipment.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery,
which can be caught in moving parts. Keep
hair and clothing away from the equipment.
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Stay alert and use common sense when
operating the equipment. Do not over-
reach. Always maintain secure footing and
balance.
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Do not use the equipment if tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
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This equipment is not intended for use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities.
General Fuel Safety
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Petrol/fuel/gasoline is extremely flammable
– keep clear of naked flames or other
ignition sources.
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Do not spill fuel. If you spill fuel, wipe it off
the equipment immediately – if fuel gets on
your clothing, change clothing.
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Do NOT smoke near fuel or when
refuelling.
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Always shut off the engine before
refuelling.
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Do NOT refuel a hot engine.
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Open the fuel cap carefully to allow any
pressure build-up in the tank to release
slowly.
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Always refuel in well ventilated areas.
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Always check for fuel leakage. If fuel
leakage is found, do not start or run the
engine until all leaks are fixed.
General Carbon-Monoxide Safety
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Using a combustion engine indoors
CAN
KILL IN MINUTES
. Engine exhaust
contains carbon-monoxide – a poison you
cannot smell or see.
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Use combustion engines OUTSIDE only,
and far away from windows, doors and
vents.
General Equipment Use and Care
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The equipment is designed for domestic
use only.
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Handle the equipment safely and carefully.
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Before use, inspect the equipment for
misalignment or binding of moving parts,
loose components, damage or any other
condition that may affect its operation. If
damaged, have the equipment repaired by
an authorised service centre or technician
before use.
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Prevent unintentional starting of the
equipment - ensure equipment and power
switches are in the OFF position before
connecting or moving equipment. Do not
carry equipment with hands or fingers
touching any controls. Remove any tools or
other items that are not a part of the
equipment from it before starting or
switching on.
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Do not force the equipment. Use the
correct equipment for your application.
Equipment will perform better and be safer
when used within its design and usage
parameters.
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Use the equipment and accessories etc. in
accordance with these instructions,
considering working conditions and the
work to be performed. Using the equipment
for operations different from those intended
could result in hazardous situations.
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Always keep equipment components
(engines, hoses, handles, controls, frames,
housings, guards etc) and accessories
(cutting tools, nozzles, bits etc) properly
maintained. Keep the equipment clean and,
where applicable, properly lubricated.
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Store the equipment out of reach of
children or untrained persons. To avoid
burns or fire hazards, let the equipment
cool completely before transporting or
storing. Never place or store the equipment
near flammable materials, combustible
gases or liquids etc.
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The equipment is not weather-proof, and
should not be stored in direct sunlight, at
high ambient temperatures or locations that
are damp or humid.
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Do not clean equipment with solvents,
flammable liquids or harsh abrasives.
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For specific equipment safety use and care,
see Equipment Safety.
