Atlas Copco G2588-230-M14, Product Instructions

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Safety and operating instructions EN G2588-230-M14
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WARNING Failure to follow correct working practices can result in se-
rious injury or death
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Ensure that the workpiece is properly supported
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Avoid wheel jamming when cutting-off. Support the workpiece on both
sides of the cut line to prevent the wheel becoming trapped. If jamming
occurs, release the throttle and ease the wheel free. Check the wheel is
undamaged and properly secured before continuing
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Check that no bystanders are in the vicinity
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Ensure that sparks do not cause a hazard to people or materials
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There is a risk of electrostatic discharge if the tool is used on plastic and
other non-conductive materials
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Personal protective equipment must be used as described in Section Per-
sonal protective equipment
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Slip/Trip/Fall is a major cause of serious injury or death. Watch out for
excess hose left on the walking or work surface
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Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings. Hidden hazards may exist,
such as electric or other utility lines
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Maintain a balanced body position and firm footing
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Do not side grind with cutting off wheels and straight wheels or with in-
side of cup wheels
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React quickly to excessive vibration due to damaged, or improperly
mounted insert tool
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Keep away from rotating drive spindle and abrasives. Rotation may con-
tinue for several seconds after the throttle has been released. Do not lay
the tool down until rotation has stopped
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Observe that stored compressed air in the hose may cause an accidental
start
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Release control device if the energy supply should fail
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If a grinder fitted with an abrasive wheel is dropped, the wheel must be
thoroughly examined before reuse
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Disconnect from power supply before changing wheel or servicing
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Always keep the tool in a dry and clean place when not in use
Broken grinding wheel
If grinding wheel is broken, a careful investigation shall be made by the user to
determine and correct the cause.