Parkside PDWS 8 A1, Operation And Safety Notes

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Introduction / General safety instructions for air tools

Sound pressure level: 

73 dB(A)

Sound power level:  

85 dB(A)

 General  safety   

instructions for air tools

Note: 

The terms „compressed air device“ or „de-

vice“ employed in the following text relate to the 
compressed air devices defined in the operating 
manual.

 Basic safety measures must be 

followed when using compressed air devices air 
tools to eliminate the risk of fire, electric shock and 
personal injury. Be sure to read and follow the no-
tices within these operating instructions prior to us-
ing the device and store them in a safe location. The 
manufacturer assumes no liability for damages or 
personal injury resulting from failure to follow these 
operating instructions.

   Children or persons who lack the knowledge or 

experience to use the device or whose physical, 
sensory or intellectual capacities are limited must 
never be allowed to use the device without su-
pervision or instruction by a person responsible 
for their safety.

   Do not allow children to play with the device.

RISK OF INJURY!

 Disconnect 

 the compressed air supply prior to any form of 
maintenance work.

EXPLOSION 

HAZARD!

 Never use petrol or 

other flammable liquids to clean the 

air tool! Sparks could ignite residual vapours 
inside the compressed air device resulting in 
the compressed air device exploding. Do not 
use the device in explosive environments with 
flammable liquids, gasses or dust. Never work 
on materials which are or could potentially be 
highly flammable or explosive.

   Only use the device in areas of application for 

which it was designed!

   Do not overburden the device.
  

Never use hydrogen, oxygen, car-
bon dioxide or other bottled gasses 
to power this tool as doing so may 

result in explosion, thus severe injuries.

   Service and clean the device as described 

above on a regular basis. (see Chapter „Main-
tenance, cleaning and care“)

   Check the device for damage before bringing 

it into use. Always make sure that the device is 
in perfect condition each time before use.

   Remain alert at all times and always watch 

what you are doing. Unanticipated movement 
of the device could cause hazards.

   Avoid placing your body in an unnatural posi-

tion. Keep proper footing and balance at all 
times. By doing this you will be in a better posi-
tion to control the device in unforeseen circum-
stances.

   Do not use an electrical device if its switch is 

defective. An electrical power tool that can no 
longer be switched on and off is dangerous 
and must be repaired.

   Store the device out of the reach of children 

when you are not using it. Do not let anyone 
use the device if he or she is not familiar with it 
or has not read the instructions and advice. 
Compressed air tools are dangerous when they 
are used by inexperienced people.

   Look after the device carefully. Check that mov-

ing parts are working properly and move freely. 
Check for any parts that are broken or damaged 
enough to detrimentally affect the functioning 
of the device. Have damaged parts repaired 
before you use the device. Many accidents have 
their origins in poorly maintained electrical 
power tools.

   Switch the device off if you do not use it anymore.
  

Always wear personal protective  
device and safety glasses. Wearing 
personal protective device such as 

dust mask, non-slip safety shoes, safety helmet or 
ear protectors, depending on the type of air tool 
and its application, reduces the risk of injuries.

   Check the connections and supply lines. All 

maintenance units, couplings and hoses must 
be designed in accordance with the character-
istic values of the device in relation to pressure 
and air flow. Pressure that is too low will impede 
the functioning of the device, pressure that is too 
high can lead to material damage or injury.

Introduction

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