Safety Instructions; Work Area; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - Schulz CGE 1000 Manual De Instrucciones

4. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
1.

Work area:

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool, at a distance of greater than 10m. Distrac-
tions can cause you to lose control and may result in serious injury.
• Before use the equipment, ensure that the area being cut is free from strings, stones and debris. Remove any
objects that could be thrown during cutting or could wind around the cutting mechanism. Do not cross roads
or gravel paths with the machine still running, that could be thrown during cutting this could and cause injury
to the operator and damage to the machine.
2.

Electrical safety:

• Before connecting the equipment to the electrical network, check if the tension of the product ma-
tches the local one. Power outlet must be compatible to the equipment's plug. To reduce the risk of shock,
do not change the plug's characteristics and do not use adapters. If required, replace the outlet with a
suitable plug model.
• Do not touch metal surfaces such as pipes, motors, gutters, fences, windows, doors, metal gates, etc, this
increases the risk of electric shock.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions and avoid cutting wet grass. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Never use the electric cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep electric cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. If the
electric cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the supply immediately.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by a SCHULZ AUTHORIZED DEALER, to avoid
risk.
• For protection against electric shock, it is recommended to install a residual current circuit breaker, with a
tripping current of not more than 30mA is in the circuit. Consult an electrician to select and install this safety
device.
• To avoid accidental starting, ensure the switch is in the off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
3.

Personal safety:

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a po-
wer tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• While in use, the equipment has electrical components, cutting parts and moving parts.
• Blades continue spinning after the machine is turned off.
• Always use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE), as each application, such as dust glasses
and masks, non-slip protective gloves, non-skid safety shoes and ear protection. This reduces the risks
against personal injury;
• Remove all adjustment tools before turning your equipment on. A tool or part stuck in moving of the
equipment may cause serious injuries.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or or jewelry that may come into contact with the moving part of
the tool during use. If you have long hair, contain it before using the tool.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool
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