Skil 1016 AA: MAINTENANCE / SERVICE 5) SERVICE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MIXERS ENVIRONMENT USE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

- set wheel C 2 to low speed

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power

- switch on the tool

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

- gradually increase the mixing speed by turning wheel

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

C 2 to the desired maximum speed (so that the

users.

substance will not splash around and the tool will not

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

be overloaded)

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

! switch the tool off only when the mixing paddle is

other condition that may affect the power tool’s

in the mixing container

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

• Electronic soft-start

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

Ensures reaching the maximum speed smoothly without

maintained power tools.

a sudden impact when tool is switched on

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

• Holding and guiding the tool !

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

! while working, always hold the tool at the

likely to bind and are easier to control.

grey-coloured grip area(s)

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in

! always hold the tool firmly with both hands

accordance with these instructions, taking into

account the working conditions and the work to be

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

performed. Use of the power tool for operations dierent

• This tool is not intended for professional use

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

• Always keep tool and cord clean (especially the

5) SERVICE

ventilation slots)

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

- always clean the mixer and functional parts after your

person using only identical replacement parts. This

mixing work

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

- clean the tool with a dry, soft cloth (do not use cleaning

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MIXERS

agents or solvents)

- clean ventilation slots F 2 regularly with a brush or

• Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the

compressed air

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with

! disconnect the plug before cleaning

a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a

• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in

220V supply)

manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be

• Never use the tool in or near an explosive atmosphere

carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL

• Never mix combustible substances

power tools

• Never reach with your hand or any other object into the

- send the tool undismantled together with proof of

mixing container during mixing

purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service

• Wear protective gloves 4, a dust mask 5, close-tting

station (addresses as well as the service diagram of

clothes and sturdy shoes

the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

• The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A);

wear ear protection 6

ENVIRONMENT

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only

• Do not dispose of electric tools, accessories and

when original accessories are used

packaging together with household waste material

• Alwaysdisconnectplugfrompowersourcebefore

(only for EU countries)

making any adjustment or changing any accessory

- in observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on

WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):

waste of electric and electronic equipment and its

• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire

implementation in accordance with national law,

in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug

electric tools that have reached the end of their life

• If for any reason the old plug is cut o the cord of this tool,

must be collected separately and returned to an

it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended

environmentally compatible recycling facility

- symbol @ will remind you of this when the need for

USE

disposing occurs

• On/o 7

• Switch locking for continuous use 8

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

! be aware of the forces that occur as a result of

• We declare under our sole responsibility that the product

jamming; hold the tool firmly with both hands and

described under “Technical data” is in conformity with the

take a secure stance

following standards or standardization documents: EN

• Speed control for smooth starting 9

60745, EN 61000, EN 55014, in accordance with the

• Operating the tool

provisions of the directives 2004/108/EC, 2006/42/EC,

! ensure that the tool is switched off

2011/65/EU

- mount mixing paddle E onto spindle D as illustrated 0

- connect plug to power source

- ensure the mixing container is securely positioned on

the oor

- dip the mixing paddle into the substance to be mixed

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