SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Safety
Operate the equipment and all of its
components according to this manual. Failure
to comply with and understand the following
safety, operation and maintenance instructions
can result in serious injuries and/or death. All
operators must be properly trained or
supervised by experienced personnel prior to
using this floor grinder and should understand
the risks and hazards involved. Diamond
Products discourages improper or unintended
equipment usage and cannot be held liable for
any resulting damages.
Equipment modifications should be made by
Diamond Products to ensure safety and
design. Any modifications made by the
owner(s) are not the responsibility of Diamond
Products and void all equipment warranties if a
problem arises as a result of the modification.
Refer to the Diamond Products Parts List for
additional information and part diagrams. Refer
to the motor manufacturer as the primary
source for all safety, operations, and
maintenance instructions regarding the motor.
Prior to operating, record the floor grinder’s
serial number, and the motor’s model and
serial numbers in Appendix D.
Notice: The information in this manual may
be updated at any time!
Safety Alerts
DANGER
Serious injuries and/or death will occur if
these instructions are not followed.
WARNING
Serious injuries and/or death could occur if
these instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
Mild and/or moderate injuries could occur if
these instructions are not followed.
Proposition 65
PROPOSITION 65
WARNING:
Concrete cutting
produces dust that can expose
you to chemicals including
Silica, crystalline (airborne
particles of respirable size),
which is known to the state of
California to cause cancer. For
more information go to:
WWW.P65WARNINGS.CA.GOV
Respiratory Hazards
WARNING
Concrete cutting produces dust and fumes
known to cause illness, death, respiratory
disease, birth defects, and/or other
reproductive harm. Safety protection
techniques include, but are not limited to:
•
Wearing gloves.
•
Wearing safety goggles or a face
shield.
•
Using approved respirators.
•
Washing work clothes daily.
•
Using water when wet cutting to
minimize dust.
•
Washing the hands and face prior to
eating/drinking.
For additional safety and self-protection
information contact your employer, the
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA), and/or The National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH).
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