Safety Rules; Basic Safety Information; Incorrect Use; Mechanical Hazards - Hilti TE MD25 Manual De Instrucciones

5. Safety rules

5.1 Basic safety information

ATTENTION!
To avoid risk of electric shock, injury or fire when elec-
tric tools are in use, the following basic safety instruc-
tions must be observed. Read all instructions before
using this electric tool and keep the instructions in a safe
place.
In addition to the safety rules listed in the individual sec-
tions of these operating instructions, the following points
must be strictly observed at all times.
The tool and its ancillary equipment may present haz-
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ards when used incorrectly by untrained personnel or
not as directed.
5.2 Correct use
The tool is designed for drilling in rock (not in reinforced
concrete) with drill bits of 28–51 mm diameter to depths
of up to 2.4 m.
Use of the TE MD25 / TE MD25 HA / TE MD25 IM /
TE MD25 EM tools in areas where there is a risk of
explosion is permissible.
These tools comply with the requirements of 94/9/EC
(ATEX) for
Group I cat. M2 ¡ Mining and in atmospheres where
there is a risk of explosion
Group II cat. 2G ¡ Other areas where there is a risk of
explosion, where gasses and vapors of the Group IIA
(at the request of the customer also gasses and vapors
of the Group IIB) with ignition temperatures above 135°C
may occur.
TE MD25 PRCD / TE MD25 HA PRCD /
TE MD25 EM PRCD
Do not work with these tools in areas where there is a
risk of explosion in which flammable liquids gases or
dusts are present.
lectric tools generate sparks which could ignite the dust
or vapors.

5.3 Incorrect use

Changes or modifications to the tool are not permis-
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sible.
To avoid the risk of injury, use only genuine Hilti acces-
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sories and ancillary equipment.
Observe the information printed in the operating instruc-
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tions concerning operation, care and maintenance.
5.4 Proper arrangement and organisation of the work-
place
Wear non-slip footwear and always work from a secure
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stance.
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It is recommended that rubber gloves are worn when
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working.
Do not wear loose clothing, loose long hair and jew-
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ellery which could become caught up in moving parts.
Avoid unfavourable body positions.
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Ensure that the workplace is well lit.
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Ensure that the workplace is well ventilated.
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Objects which could cause injury should be removed
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from the working area.
Keep other persons outside the area affected while you
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are working.
To avoid tripping while working, always lead the sup-
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ply cord, extension cord and water hose away to the
rear of the tool.
The tool may be used only in conjunction with the
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TE-MW, TE-MW T water leg or a drilling aid designed
for this purpose.
Take care of the drill bits. You will work more efficiently
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and more safely if the drill bits are kept clean and sharp.
Observe the maintenance regulations and instructions
on changing drill bits.
5.5 General hazards presented by the tool
Operate the tool only as directed and only when it is in
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faultless condition.
Keep the grips dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
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Do not touch or hold rotating parts.
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Never leave the tool unsupervised.
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Avoid unintentional starting. Ensure that the ON / OFF
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switch is in the OFF position during transport.
ATTENTION!
Use only the original accessories or items of additional
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equipment listed in the operating instructions. The use
of other drill bits or accessories may present a risk of
injury.
Do not overload the tool. The tool operates more effi-
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ciently and more safely within its given performance
range.
Unplug the supply cord when the tool is not in use (e.g.
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during pauses between work), before cleaning or main-
tenance and when changing drill bits.
When not in use, the tool must be stored in a dry place,
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locked up or where out of reach of unauthorised persons.

5.5.1 Mechanical hazards

Follow the instructions concerning care and mainte-
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nance and change drill bits in good time.
-NOTE-
The following information printed on the grey background
has to be generally respected for all tools and in all envi-
ronsments.