9. PREPARING THE CAR POLISHER
5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Power tool use and care
– Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
– Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
– Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.
Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
– Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
– Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
– Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
– Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power
tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
– Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
5.3 SAFETY WARNINGS COMMON FOR POLISHING OPERATIONS
This power tool is intended to function as a polisher. Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury
Operations such as grinding, sanding, wire brushing and cutting off are not recommended to be
performed with this power tool. Operations for which the power tool was not designed may create a
hazard and cause personal injury.
Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool
manufacturer.
Just because the accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe
operation.
The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the
power tool.
Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the capacity rating of
your power tool.
Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect the backing pad for cracks, tears or
excessive wear. If power tool is dropped, inspect for damage or install an undamaged
accessory. After inspecting or installation of accessory, position yourself and bystanders away
from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the power tool at maximum no load speed for
a minute, damaged accessories will usually break apart during this test time.
Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on application, use face shield safety goggles
or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, gloves and workshop
apron capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments.
The eye protection must be
capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations.
The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by your operation.
Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss. The gloves must fit well and not
be loose, loose gloves could catch in rotating parts and lead to person injury.
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9.1 BATTERY PACK CHARGE STATUS
– FIG.4
The amount of charge remaining in the battery pack is
indicated by the display
located just above the
handle section.
– The display is made up of three lights that
illuminate every time the ON/OFF trigger is
depressed.
– The level of charge remaining determines how
many of the lights will illuminate – 1, being
minimal low power, to all 3 indicating full charge.
9.2 FITTING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE
– FIG.5
An additional auxiliary side handle
is provided
with the polisher. The auxiliary handle provides
maximum control and gives added safety protection
against kickback or torque reaction during start-up.
– To fit simply screw the handle clockwise into one
of the auxiliary handle attachment points
located on either the left or right side of the tool
body.
FIG.4
FIG.5
