3these devices can reduce dust-related hazards.Power tool use and care16. Do not force the power tool. Use the correctpower tool for your application. The correctpower tool will do the job better and safer at therate for which it was designed.17. Do not use the power tool if the switch doesnot turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannotbe controlled with the switch is dangerous andmust be repaired.18. Disconnect the plug from the power sourceand/or the battery pack from the power toolbefore making any adjustments, changingaccessories, or storing power tools. Suchpreventive safety measures reduce the risk ofstarting the power tool accidentally.19. Store idle power tools out of the reach ofchildren and do not allow persons unfamiliarwith the power tool or these instructions tooperate the power tool. Power tools aredangerous in the hands of untrained users.20. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignmentor binding of moving parts, breakage of partsand any other condition that may affect thepower tools operation. If damaged, have thepower tool repaired before use. Many accidentsare caused by poorly maintained power tools.21. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properlymaintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edgesare less likely to bind and are easier to control.22. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bitsetc. in accordance with these instructions andin the manner intended for the particular typeof power tool, taking into account the workingconditions and the work to be performed. Useof the power tool for operations different from thoseintended could result in a hazardous situation.Battery tool use and care23. Ensure the switch is in the off position beforeinserting battery pack. Inserting the battery packinto power tools that have the switch on invitesaccidents.24. Recharge only with the charger specified bythe manufacturer. A charger that is suitable forone type of battery pack may create a risk of firewhen used with another battery pack.25. Use power tools only with specificallydesignated battery packs. Use of any otherbattery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.26. When battery pack is not in use, keep it awayfrom other metal objects like paper clips, coins,keys, nails, screws, or other small metalobjects that can make a connection from oneterminal to another. Shorting the battery terminalstogether may cause burns or a fire.27. Under abusive conditions, liquid may beejected from the battery, avoid contact. Ifcontact accidentally occurs, flush with water. Ifliquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medicalhelp. Liquid ejected from the battery may causeirritation or burns.Service28. Have your power tool serviced by a qualifiedrepair person using only identical replacementparts. This will ensure that the safety of the powertool is maintained.29. Follow instruction for lubricating andchanging accessories.30. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil andgrease. GEB023-2SPECIFIC SAFETY RULESDO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product(gained from repeated use) replace strict adherenceto concrete vibrator safety rules. If you use this toolunsafely or incorrectly, you can suffer seriouspersonal injury.1. Always keep your hands and face away fromvibrating head when operating.2. Switch off the tool immediately if you noticeabnormal noise or something faulty duringoperation.3. Inspect the tool carefully for breakage, cracksor deformation if you accidentally drop it orstrike it against something.4. Do not carry the tool with finger on switch.5. Do not set the tool down and switch it on. Thevibrating head may whip around out of controland cause an accident.6. Be careful not to allow water, wet concrete orthe like to get into the tool. Do not let the toolfall into wet concrete.7. Insert the vibrating head carefully betweeniron/steel frames or reinforcing rods not tocome in contact with them.8. Do not crush or twist the flexible hose.9. Do not overly bend the flexible hose.10. Use a wet cloth or the like to carefully wipe offany wet concrete left on the tool after use.Extra care should be given to thoroughcleaning of the vents, switch area, coveropenings, etc.11. Do not use the tool in the rain. Do not clean thetool in water.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.