Metabo AS 18 L PC Operating Instructions - Page 11

Original operating instructions ENGLISH en 1. Declaration of Conformity We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that these extraction devices, identified by type and serial number *1), meet all relevant requirements of directives *2) and standards *3). Technical documents for *4) - see page 3. 2. Specified Conditions of Use The vacuum cleaner is suitable for the vacuuming of dust, solid materials (broken glass, nails etc.), with the exception of material that is hotter than 60 °C. The vacuum cleaner is suited for the separation of dry, non-flammable dust, wood dust and dangerous dust with workplace limit values > 1 mg/m³. WARNING - This device is only intended for dry use. This device is not designed for use by persons (including children) with physical, sensory or mental disabilities, or with insufficient experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety, or have received instructions on how to use the device by this person. Pay attention to the country-specific regulations, as well as the specifications of the material producer. This product is designed for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices and rental companies. Dust containing asbestos must not be vacuumed. Inflammable dust must not be vacuumed. No inflammable or explosive solvents, material saturated with solvent, dust that represents an explosion hazard, liquids of any kind, thinner or material that is hotter than 60 °C are allowed to be vacuumed. This would cause an explosion and fire hazard! You are not allowed to use the device in the vicinity of inflammable gases or substances. The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by inappropriate use. Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed. 3. General Safety Information Before using the device, carefully read through and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety information and the Operating Instructions. Keep all enclosed documentation for future reference, and ensure that you only pass on your vacuum clean together with this documentation. Before using the device, the user must receive information, instructions and training material on using the device and the materials for which it is to be used (including details on safe disposal of the extracted material). 4. Special Safety Instructions For your own protection and for the protection of your vacuum cleaner, pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol! Never allow children to use the device. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the tool. Caution! Only use accessories that are included with the device or specified operating Instructions. The use of other accessories may impair safety. You must not perform any work other than that described here. In the event of misuse, improper operation or unprofessional repair work no liability shall be assumed by us for any damage incurred. Before fitting the battery pack, make sure that the machine is switched off. Remove the battery pack from the machine before making any adjustments, changing tools, maintaining or cleaning. 11