Meec tools 017523, Operating Instructions Manual

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PERSONAL SAFETY

•  Stay alert, pay attention to what you are 

doing, and use your common sense when 
working with power tools. Never use 
power tools if you are tired or under the 
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. 
A moment of inattention when using a 
power tool can result in serious personal 
injury.

•  Use safety equipment. Always wear safety 

glasses. The correct use of safety 
equipment such as a dust filter mask, 
non-slip safety shoes, helmets and ear 
protection, reduces the risk of personal 
injury.

•  Avoid accidental starting. Check that the 

power switch is in the OFF position before 
connecting to the mains and/or the 
battery, or lifting/carrying the tool. 
Carrying a power tool with your finger on 
the switch, or connecting a tool to the 
mains supply when the switch is in the ON 
position, increases the risk of accidents 
and injuries.

•  Remove all Allen keys/spanners etc. 

before switching on the power tool. 
A spanner left in a rotating part of the 
power tool can result in personal injury.

•  Do not overreach. Always maintain a firm 

footing and good balance. This will ensure 
you have better control over the tool in 
unexpected situations.

•  Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear 

loose-fitting clothing or jewellery. Keep 
your hair, clothing and gloves away from 
moving parts. Loose-fitting clothing, 
jewellery and long hair can get caught in 
moving parts.

•  If dust extraction and dust collection 

equipment is available, this should be 
connected and used correctly. The use of 
such devices can reduce the risk of 
dust-related problems.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY IN THE WORK AREA

•  Keep the work area clean and well lit. 

Dark and cluttered work areas increase 
the risk of accidents and injuries.

•  Do not use power tools in explosive 

environments, such as in the vicinity of 
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power 
tools produce sparks that can ignite dust 
and fumes. 

•  Keep children and onlookers at a safe 

distance when working with a power tool. 
You can lose control of the tool if you are 
distracted.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

•  The mains plug on the power tool must 

match the mains socket. Never modify the 
plug in any way. Never use adapters with 
earthed power tools. Intact plugs and 
matching outlets reduce the risk of electric 
shock.

•  Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces 

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

•  Do not expose power tools to rain or 

moisture. There is a greater risk of electric 
shock if water gets into a power tool.

•  Be careful with the power cord. Never use 

the power cord to carry or pull the power 
tool, or to pull out the plug from the 
mains. Keep the power cord away from 
heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. 
Damaged or tangled power cords increase 
the risk of electric shock.

•  When you use a power tool outdoors, use 

an extension cord intended for outdoor 
use. Using cords intended for outdoor use 
reduces the risk of electric shock.

•  If you have to use a power tool in damp 

conditions, use a mains connection 
protected by a residual current device RCD. 
Using an RCD reduces the risk of electric 
shock.