English4Dear customerPlease familiarize yourself with the properusage of the device by reading and followingeach chapter of this manual, in the orderpresented. Keep these operating instruc-tions for further reference.Please read all safety instructions!This manual contains important informationon operating and handling the device. Keepthese operating instructions for furtherreference. Please pass it on along with theunit if it is handed over to a third party.1. Explanation of the symbolsThe following symbols are used in the usermanual or on the product:Warning! To reduce the risk ofinjury, the user must read theinstruction manual.Denotes risk of personal injury, lossof life or damage to the tool in caseof non-observance of theinstructions in this manual.Risk of electric shock.Immediately remove the mains plugfrom the mains if the mains cablebecomes damaged and duringcleaning and maintenance.Always wear hearing protection.The effects of noise can causehearing loss.Wear a dust mask. When workingwith wood and other materials,harmful dust may be generated.Work with asbestos containingmaterials is not permitted!Wear safety glasses. When workingwith electric power tools, sparks,splinters, chips and dust particlesmay be generated and these cancause loss of sight.Electric power tool, protectionclass II. This sign symbolises thatthis unit corresponds to ProtectionClass II. This means that the unit isequipped with either reinforced ordouble insulation between themains circuit and output voltage ormetal housing respectively.Variable speed control.CE stands for “ConformitéEuropéenne”, which means “Inaccordance with EU Regulations”.With the CE marking, themanufacturer confirms that thisElectric tool complies with theapplicable European directives.Do not dispose of electric powertools with domestic refuse.2. General safety instructions forpower toolsWARNING! Read all instructions!Failure to follow all instructionslisted below may result in electricshock, fire and/or serious injury.The term “power tool” in all of the warningslisted below refers to your mains operated(corded) power tool or battery operated(cordless) power tool.Save these instructions for futurereference!2.1 Work areaa. Keep work area clean and well lit.Cluttered and dark areas inviteaccidents.b. Do not operate power tools in explo-sive atmospheres, such as in the pres-ence of flammable liquids, gasses ordust. Power tools create sparks whichmay ignite the dust of fumes.c. Keep children and bystanders awaywhile operating a power tool. Distrac-tions can cause you to lose control.2.2 Electrical safetya. Power tool plugs must match the out-let. Never modify the plug in any way.Do not use any adapter plugs whichearthed (grounded) power tools.Unmodified plugs and matching outletswill reduce risk of electric shock.b. Avoid body contact with earthed orgrounded surfaces such as pipes,radiators, ranges and refrigerators.There is an increased risk of electric7062733-SDS_Plus_Hammerdrill-Ma-1801-08.indb 4 16-03-18 12:42