STEPCRAFT OTK-3 Manuals

1 NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of STEPCRAFT, Inc. For up-to date product literature, visit www.stepcraft-systems.com for customers from Europe or www.stepcraft.us for customers from US / Canada and click on the service tab for this product. Age recommendation: For advanced handcrafters ages 14 and above. This is not a toy. SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Should you encounter any doubts or require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us before commissioning of the power tool. Our contact details can be found on the front page of this manual. The term “Oscillating Tangential Knife” refers to the wired power / signal supply and the Oscillating Tangential Knife hereafter also referred to as “Tangential Knife” or “OTK-3”. General Safety Warnings Personal Safety Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the power tool. Do not use the power tool while you are tired and/or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the power tool may result in serious personal injury. NOTICE All persons who operate the power tool must have read and fully understood all relevant safety and operating instructions. Misunderstanding may result in personal injury. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection and gloves. Protective equipment reduces the risk of personal injuries. NOTICE Prevent unintentional starting of the OTK-3. Ensure the appliance switch is in the off-position (0) before picking up or carrying the downholder adapter. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools with the switch on invites accidents. NOTICE Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. Power Tool Use and Care Disconnect the Oscillating Tangential Knife from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. Safety Rules for Oscillating Parts NOTICE Use clamps or another practical and secure way to secure the workpiece on the machine table, e. g. with the help of a vacuum table, double-sided tape or clamps. Holding the workpiece with your hands leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control. NOTICE Do not reach in the area of the oscillating blade. The proximity of the blade to your hand may not always be obvious. Do not alter or misuse tool. Any alteration or modification is a misuse and may result in serious personal injury. IMPORTANT: Read before using! Operating and safety instructions Call for consumer information Customers from outside the U.S. STEPCRAFT GmbH & Co. KG An der Beile 2 58708 Menden Germany Phone: 0049-2373-1791160 Email: [email protected] Call for consumer information Customers from the U.S. / Canada STEPCRAFT Inc. 59 Field Street, Rear Building Torrington, CT, 06790 United States Phone: 001-203-5561856 Email: [email protected]