EN
2. GENERAL USE &
SAfETY WARNINGS
While
using
tools, several basic safety
precautions must always be followed
in order to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shocks and personal injuries.
Read and understand the
manual before start using this
equipment. Save this manual for
future reference.
2.1 - GENERAL
These
preventive
measures
essential for your safety. Always use
the machine with care in a responsible
manner.
This machine may only be used by who
have read the instruction manual and by
who is familiar with its handling. Before
using it, the user must be instructed by
the vendor or other competent person
about its use.
This instruction manual is an integral
part of the machine and must always
be provided.
Get familiar with the equipment's
control devices and operation. The
user must know how to stop the sander
immediately.
Stay alert and use common sense while
operating an electric tool. A moment of
distraction may result in serious injury.
Use this machine only if you are in
good physical and mental conditions.
Do not use this machine if you are
tired or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs or medication. If you suffer from
any health problem, please ask your
doctor about the possibility of using the
sander.
Never allow this machine to be used by
children, people with limited physical,
sensorial or mental capabilities, with
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lack of experience and knowledge of
this machine and who is not familiar
with the instructions.
This tool must only be used as
described in this instruction
electrical
manual. No other use is allowed
besides the described.
Do not overload the equipment and
use it properly according to each
type of work. Using this equipment
for purposes other than the intended
and an improper use may result in
dangerous situations.
For safety reasons, any changes other
than the assembly of accessories
authorized by the manufacturer are
are
prohibited. Any changes made void the
warranty.
You can obtain any information about
the authorized accessories through
your VITO official distributor.
2.2 - ELECTRICAL SAfETY
This power tool has double
insulation, which means that
every external metallic part is protected
from
the
According to the EN 60745 regulation
it is not necessary any earth connection.
However, double insulation does not
provide the regular safety precautions,
those that must be followed while using
the equipment.
Hold firmly the equipment by the
isolated parts to avoid electrical shocks
in case of contact with hidden cables
or the power cord while operating the
machine.
Do not use this machine in an
explosive environment, especially
in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dusts. Any power tool may
form sparks that might ignite liquids,
gases, or dust.
The supply voltage must match
the technical specifications of
the machine. Keep the voltage between
± 5% of the nominal value. Do not use
electric
components.
the machine in places where the supply
voltage is not stable.
The power cable must be connected,
through the plug, to an electrical socket
with differential protection.
If the work area is extremely hot, with
high levels of humidity or dust, the
circuit of the power outlet must be
protected with a circuit breaker (30
mA), to ensure the user's safety.
Do not expose any power tools to
rain or use them in wet or humid
environments. The presence of water
in an electric tool increases the risk of
damage and electric shock to the user.
Never use the power cable to pull,
carry or unplug the tool. Damaged
power cables increase the risk of
electric shock.
Keep the power cable and plug away
from heat sources, oil, sharp objects
and the rotating accessory. If the power
cable is damaged, it must be replaced
by a qualified technician; it is not
allowed to repair it.
Do not modify the power cable plug.
Use a compatible socket with the plug
of this machine. Do not use any type of
adapter.
The use of extension cords to connect
the power cable is not recommended.
However, if you use an extension, you
should take some precautions, such as:
� If using this machine outdoors, use
only suitable extension cords for
outdoor use. Using a proper extension
cord reduces de risk of electric shock.
� Use only extension cords, plugs and
sockets with ground connection;
� The extension cable section must be
proportional to the length and have
equal or higher characteristics to the
machine's power cord.
� Do not use damaged extension cords.
Check them before using and replace
if necessary;