[. . . ] Failure to observe the instructions and advice given below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. 1. b) Do not work with the device in potentially explosive environments in which there are inflammable liquids, gases or dusts. Electrical power tools create sparks, which can ignite dusts or fumes. [. . . ] Place the soldering pencil down only in the special multifunctional holder or on a fire-resistant pad. J Place the soldering pencil in the multifunctional holder during pauses in your work. For this reason you should use the third hand to hold small workpieces. J Avoid placing the hot soldering tip in contact with the plastic parts of the multifunctional holder. J If a dangerous situation arises, pull the mains plug immediately out of the mains socket. J When working with the device for long periods do not allow the fumes from soldering to build up. Always provide adequate GB/IE/CY 11 Safety advice ventilation of your working area. In addition, it is recommended that you wear protective gloves, a face mask and a protective apron. J Do not eat, drink or smoke in rooms where soldering is carried out. Otherwise your hands may transfer any adhering traces of lead via food or cigarettes into your body. Careful handling and use of electrical power tools a) When not in use always ensure that electrical power tools are kept out of reach of children. Do not let any one use the device if he or she is not familiar with it or has not read the instructions and advice. Electrical power tools are dangerous when they are used by inexperienced people. Check for broken parts or parts that are damaged to the extent they detrimentally affect the functioning of the device. Many accidents have their origins in poorly maintained electrical tools. 12 GB/IE/CY Safety advice / Before first use Q Original accessories / attachments use of attachments or accessories other than those recommended here could lead to you suffering an injury. J Use only the accessories detailed in the operating instructions. The Q Q Before first use Fitting the helical spring j Insert the narrower end of the helical spring 4 into the opening of the multifunctional holder 7 . Ensure that the outwardly bent end of the helix points upwards and insert it into the recess provided for it in the multifunctional holder 7 (see arrow in Fig. [. . . ] Then quickly remove the soldering tip in order to avoid overheating the molten solder. Allow the solder to harden while not subjecting it to vibration or movement. Note: The flux is either already contained in the solder or applied separately. [. . . ]