Metabo KPA 12 400 Operating Instructions - Page 8

en ENGLISH Original operating instructions 1. Declaration of Conformity We hereby declare under our sole responsibility that these cordless cartridge guns, identified by type and serial number *1), meet all relevant requirements of directives *2) and standards *3). Technical documents for *4) - see page 3. Do not open battery packs! If the machine is defective, remove the battery pack from the machine. Do not touch or short circuit battery pack contacts! Remove the battery pack from the machine before making any adjustments, changing tools, maintaining or cleaning. 2. Specified Conditions of Use Make sure that the tool is switched off before fitting the battery pack. The device is designed to extrude sealant or adhesive from cartridges or plastic bags. It is not designed for foodstuffs or for medical/ veterinary purposes. It should not be used with pressurized cartridges. The gun should also not be used as a lifting/spreading tool. 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 For your own protection and for the protection of your electrical tool, pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol! WARNING - Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury. WARNING - Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. Pass on your electrical tool only together with these documents. Do not use frozen or set adhesive or sealant. Do not overload the motor! If the motor is overloaded, switch off the device and remove the battery pack. Determine the cause of the problem and resolve it. Refer to the instructions for assembling the device. Ensure that the front cap, tube and threaded ring are correctly fitted and securely fastened. Always wear eye protection. Danger of crushing! Do not take hold of the toothed rod (6)! Ensure that nothing is caught by the toothed rod. Follow national requirements for the materials you want to work with. Refer to the glue or adhesive manufacturers' instructions and also the safety data sheet for the consumable material. Adhesives and sealants can be dangerous. For this reason, you should always carefully read any instructions on the container or other information provided by the manufacturer about the material to be used. Do not use materials without knowing what risks they entail. Do not use any solvent, acidic or other abrasive cleaning agents. Store the device and its components in a safe place (e.g. Ensure that the dismantled tube (3) is not allowed to roll away). Transport of li-ion battery packs: 4. Special Safety Instructions A slightly acidic, flammable fluid may leak from defective Li-ion battery packs! The shipping of li-ion battery pack is subject to laws related to the carriage of hazardous goods (UN 3480 and UN 3481). Inform yourself of the currently valid specifications when shipping li-ion battery packs. If necessary, consult your freight forwarder. Certified packaging is available from Metabo. If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water. If battery fluid leaks out and comes into contact with your eyes, wash them with clean water and seek medical attention immediately! Only send the battery pack if the housing is intact and no fluid is leaking. Remove the battery pack from the machine for sending. Prevent the contacts from short-circuiting (e.g. by protecting them with adhesive tape). Protect battery packs from water and moisture! 5. Overview Do not use faulty or deformed battery packs! Do not expose battery packs to fire! 8 See page 2. 1 Front cap 2 Nozzle (for plastic bag) * 3 Tube 4 Half shell (for insertion of cartridges) *