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Caution: the motor will be damaged if it is repeatedly overloaded or overheated. Always
cool the motor by running at no load for a few minutes whenever it stops from either
overheat or overload.
Safety clutch
This machine is equipped with a mechanical clutch to protect the operator and machine
from excessive torque forces When the preset maximum torque level is reached,
the clutch will slip. After the clutch slips many times, it will become worn and slip a
lower and lower torque levels. When this happens, it must be serviced by an authorized
service provider.
Dust extraction via dust connection
Dusts from materials such as lead-containing coatings, some wood types, minerals and
metal can be harmful to one’s health. Touching or breathing-in the dusts can cause
allergic reactions and/or lead to respiratory infections of the user or bystanders. Certain
dusts, such as oak or beech dust, are considered as carcinogenic, especially in
connection with wood-treatment additives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials
containing asbestos may only be worked byspecialists.
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As far as possible, use a dust extraction system suitable for the material.
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Provide for good ventilation of the working place.
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It is recommended to wear a P2 filter class respirator.
Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the materials to be worked.
Insert the vacuum hose (13) of an all-purpose vacuum cleaner (accessory) into the
vacuum connection (13) on the dust connection.
MAINTENANCE
Before the beginning of the maintenance- or repair works you have to disconnect plug
from the mains.
It is a must to unplug the tool before starting any service or repair works.
Repairs may be executed only by appropriately qualified and experienced personnel.
After every repair, the unit has to be checked by an electrical specialist.
According to its design, the tool requires a minimum of care and maintenance.
However, the following maintenance works and component checks have to be
performed in regular intervals:
► Clean the tool after completion of your work. Apply some grease onto the drilling
spindle thread. The ventilation slots must always be clean and unclogged. Make
sure that no water gets into the tool during cleaning.
► After approx. 250 hours of operation, the carbon brushes must be checked and, if
necessary, be replaced by an authorized specialist (use only original carbon
brushes).
► Once per quarter of a year, an electrical specialist should check the switch,
cable and plug.
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