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bDo not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.

Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

cDisconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

dStore idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

eMaintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.

Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

fKeep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

gUse the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.

Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5 Service

aHave your power tool serviced by a

qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Additional safety instructions for pavement breakers

Ensure the chisel is secured in place before operating the tool.

In cold-weather conditions or when the tool has not been used for a longer period of time, let the tool run with no load for several minutes before use.

Always hold the tool firmly with both hands and ensure a secure stance. Always operate the tool with the side handle properly mounted.

When working above ground level ensure the area below is clear.

To prevent electric shock, check the working area for live wires before operation.

Do not touch the chisel or the parts close to the chisel immediately after operation, as they may be extremely hot and cause burns to the skin.

Always direct the power cable to the rear, away from the chisel.

Keep the power cable away from the accessory. A power cable wrapped around the bit may cause electric shock.

Do not wrap the power cable around your body.

Do not allow children under 16 years of age to use this tool.

Wear ear protectors. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.

Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury.

Do not strike jammed accessories with a hammer to dislodge them. Fragments of metal or material chips could dislodge and cause injury.

Always switch off the tool when work is finished and before unplugging.

Do not recondition accessories yourself. Chisel reconditioning should be done by a qualified specialist. Improperly reconditioned accessories could cause injury. Only sligthly worn accessories can be resharpened by grinding.

Residual risks

The following risks are inherent to the use of pavement breakers:

-injuries caused by touching the rotating parts or hot parts of the tool

In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks cannot be avoided. These are:

-Impairment of hearing.

-Risk of squeezing fingers when changing the accessory.

-Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when working in concrete and/or masonry.

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