Skil 1613 AA: 5) SERVICE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MIXERS MAINTENANCE / SERVICE USE

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

! actuate the gear selector only when tool is

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power

switched off

tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

1 = LOW SPEED

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained

- high torque

users.

- for mixing high-density substances

e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

2 = HIGH SPEED

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any

- lower torque

other condition that may affect the power tool’s

- for mixing liquid substances

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

• Operating the tool

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

! ensure that the tool is switched off

maintained power tools.

- mount mixing paddle F onto spindle E as illustrated !

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

- connect plug to power source

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less

- ensure the mixing container is securely positioned on

likely to bind and are easier to control.

the oor

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

- dip the mixing paddle into the substance to be mixed

accordance with these instructions, taking into

- set wheel C 2 in position "1"

account the working conditions and the work to be

- switch on the tool

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

- gradually increase the mixing speed by turning wheel

from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

C 2 to the desired maximum speed (so that the

5) SERVICE

substance will not splash around)

a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

! switch the tool off only when the mixing paddle is

person using only identical replacement parts. This

in the mixing container

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

• Electronic soft-start

Ensures reaching the maximum speed smoothly without

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MIXERS

a sudden impact when tool is switched on

• Electronic constant speed

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

Keeps the speed at a constant level as the load increases

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool

• Electronic overload protection

• Never use the tool in or near an explosive atmosphere

- reduces the mixing speed automatically in case the

• Never mix combustible substances

tool is overloaded for a longer period of time

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

- release switch A 2 briey for returning to normal

mixing container during mixing

working speed

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

• Holding and guiding the tool @

clothes and sturdy shoes

! while working, always hold the tool at the

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

grey-coloured grip area(s)

wear ear protection 6

! always hold the tool firmly with both hands

• SKIL can assure awless functioning of the tool only

when original accessories are used

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

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

making any adjustment or changing any accessory

• Always keep tool and cord clean (especially the

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

ventilation slots)

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

- always clean the mixer and functional parts after your

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

mixing work

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

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

it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended

agents or solvents)

- clean ventilation slots G 2 regularly with a brush or

USE

compressed air

! disconnect the plug before cleaning

• On/o 7

• AUTO-STOP Carbon brushes

• Switch locking for continuous use 8

- this tool is equipped with carbon brushes which pop

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

up automatically when worn, thus preventing the motor

jamming; hold the tool firmly with both hands and

from being damaged

take a secure stance

- when the tool stops unexpectedly, send it to your

• Maximum speed control 9

dealer or the nearest SKIL service-station for having

With wheel C the maximum speed can be adjusted from

the brushes replaced

low to high (1-8+MAX)

• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in

- switch on the tool

manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be

- lock the switch

carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL

- turn wheel C to select maximum speed

power tools

• Mechanical gear selection 0

- send the tool undismantled together with proof of

- set selector D to desired speed

purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service

station (addresses as well as the service diagram of

the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

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