Safety Warnings - Makita PF400MP Original Instruction Manual

Declaration of Conformity (For UK)
For UK only
We as the manufacturers: Makita Europe N.V.,
Business address: Jan-Baptist Vinkstraat 2 3070
Kortenberg BELGIUM. Authorize Kazuhisa Makino
for the compilation of the technical file and declare
under our sole responsibility that the product(s);
Designation: Pump Attachment. Designation of
Type(s): PF400MP.
Fulfills all the relevant provisions of S.I. 2008/1597
(as amended) and also fulfills all the relevant
provisions of the following UK Regulations: S.I.
2001/1701 (as amended) and are manufactured
in accordance with the following Designated
Standards: EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017
+A1:2019+A14:2019+A2:2019+A15:2021, EN IEC
60335-2-41:2021+A11:2021.
Place and date of declaration: Kortenberg, Belgium.
1. 9. 2023
Responsible person: Kazuhisa Makino, Director -
Makita Europe N.V.
Importer: Makita (UK) Limited, Michigan Drive,
Tongwell, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK15
8JD, UK

SAFETY WARNINGS

Pump Safety Instructions
WARNING:
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
tions, illustrations and specifications provided
with this machine as well as the instruction man-
ual of the power unit before using. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire, and/or serious injury to the operator and/
or bystanders.
Save all warnings and instruc-
tions for future reference.
The term "pump" and "machine" in the warnings and
precautions refer to the combination of the attachment
and the power unit.
Training
1. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the correct use of the
machine.
2. Never allow children, persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge or people
unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
machine. Local regulations may restrict the
age of the operator.
Never operate the machine while people, espe-
3.
cially children, or pets are nearby.
Keep in mind that the operator or user is
4.
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
Preparation
1. Always wear substantial footwear and long
trousers while operating the machine.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery that
2.
can be drawn into the water inlet. Keep long
hair away from the water inlets.
Always wear protective goggles to protect
3.
your eyes from injury when using power tools.
The goggles must comply with ANSI Z87.1 in
the USA, EN 166 in Europe, or AS/NZS 1336
in Australia/New Zealand. In Australia/New
Zealand, it is legally required to wear a face
shield to protect your face, too.
It is an employer's responsibility to enforce
the use of appropriate safety protective equip-
ments by the tool operators and by other per-
sons in the immediate working area.
4. To prevent dust irritation the wearing of a face
mask is recommended.
While operating the machine, always wear
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non-slip and protective footwear. Non-skid,
closed-toed safety boots and shoes will reduce the
risk of injury.
6. Wear ear protection, such as ear muffs.
Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.
Wear protective gloves.
7.
Operation
1. Before the operation, make sure that there are
no sharp objects in the work area that could
damage the hose.
2. Do not pour or splash water toward bystand-
ers, animals, power unit, or energized parts.
3. Do not use the pump for potable water.
4. Do not pump corrosive chemicals or flamma-
ble liquids.
Clear the area of children, bystanders, and
5.
pets. At a minimum, keep all children, bystand-
ers, and pets outside a 5 m radius.
Switch off the machine and remove the battery
6.
cartridge, and make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop
whenever you leave the machine.
•
• before clearing blockages.
• before checking, cleaning or working on
the machine.
if the machine starts to vibrate
•
abnormally.
7. Operate the machine only in daylight or in
good artificial light.
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