with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators, cookers, refrigerators and other metal surfaces..
20.Use only approved parts. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use an authorised service facility to fit replacement parts.
WARNING. The use of an accessory or attachment, other than those recommended in this Instruction Manual, may present a risk of personal injury.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse.
To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards. Children and infirm people must not use this tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area. The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise in connection with the tool’s construction and design:
•Damage to the lungs if an effective dust mask is not worn.
•Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
Additional safety rules for dust extractors
•Do not pick up glass, water or metal
•Keep hands well away from moving parts
•Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are properly tightened.
•Do not store materials or equipment above a machine in such a way that they could fall onto it.
•Wood dust and chips in a confined area can give rise to fire or an explosion. Guard against possible ignition sources.
Wear goggles
Wear earmuffs
Wear a breathing mask
Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely that your GMC Power Tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
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