User manual BOSCH PBS 75 A

[. . . ] Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. 1) Work area safety a) Keep work area clean and well lit. [. . . ] Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, because the belt may contact its own cord. Contact a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock. Penetration of water into the machine increases the risk of an electric shock. Apply the machine to the workpiece only when switched on and switch the machine off only after it has been lifted away from the workpiece. Pay attention that no persons are put at risk through sparking. Damaged sanding belts can tear apart, be thrown from the machine and injure somebody. Avoid overheating the object being sanded as well as the sander. Always empty the dust collector before taking breaks. , when sparks emit from sanding metals, sanding debris in the dust bag, micro filter or paper sack (or in the filter sack or filter of the vacuum cleaner) can self-ignite. Particularly when mixed with remainders of varnish, polyurethane or other chemical materials and when the sanding debris is hot after long periods of working. English | 15 When working with the machine, always hold it firmly with both hands and provide for a secure stance. The power tool is guided more secure with both hands. A workpiece clamped with clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure than by hand. Dust from light alloys can burn or explode. Always wait until the machine has come to a complete stop before placing it down. The tool insert can jam and lead to loss of control over the power tool. Never use the machine with a damaged cable. Do not touch the damaged cable and pull the mains plug when the cable is damaged while working. damaged cables increase the risk of an electric shock. Products sold in GB only: Your product is fitted with an BS 1363/A approved electric plug with internal fuse (ASTA approved to BS 1362). If the plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place by an authorised customer service agent. the replacement plug should have the same fuse rating as the original plug. [. . . ] 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 by specialists. Use dust extraction whenever possible. ­ Provide for good ventilation of the working place. [. . . ]