F.F. Group 44 826, Original Instructions Manual

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guarded and are unsafe.
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The grinding surface of the center depressed
wheels must be mounted below the plane of the
guard lip. An improperly mounted wheel that proj -
ects through the plane of the guard lip cannot be
adequately protected.
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The guard must be securely attached to the pow-
er tool and positioned for maximum safety, so the
least amount of wheel is exposed towards the op-
erator. The guard helps to protect operator from
broken wheel fragments, accidental contact with
wheel and sparks that could ignite clothing.
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Wheels must be used only for recommended appli-
cations. For example: do not grind with the side of
the cut-off wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels are in -
tended for peripheral grinding; side forces applied
to these wheels may cause them to shatter.
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Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of
correct size and shape for your selected wheel.
Proper wheel flanges support the wheel thus re -
ducing the possibility of wheel breakage. Flanges
for cut-off wheels may be different from grinding
wheel flanges.
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Do not use worn down reinforced wheels from
larger power tools. Wheels intended for larger
power tools are not suitable for the higher speed
of a smaller tool and may burst.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR
ABRASIVE CUTTING OFF OPERATIONS
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Do not “jam” the cut-off wheel or apply excessive
pressure. Do not attempt to make an excessive
depth of cut. Overstressing the wheel increases
the loading and susceptibility to twisting or bind-
ing of the wheel in the cut and the possibility of
kickback or wheel breakage.
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Do not position your body in line with and behind
the rotating wheel. When the wheel, at the point
of operation, is moving away from your body, the
possible kickback may propel the spinning wheel
and the power tool directly at you.
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When wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut
for any reason, switch off the power tool and hold
the power tool motionless until the wheel comes
to a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the
cut-off wheel from the cut while the wheel is in
motion otherwise kickback may occur. Investigate
and take corrective action to eliminate the cause
of wheel binding.
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Do not restart the cutting operation in the work -
piece. Let the wheel reach full speed and carefully
re-enter the cut. The wheel may bind, walk up or
kickback if the power tool is restarted in the work -
piece.
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Support panels or any oversized workpiece to mini -
mize the risk of wheel pinching and kickback. Large
workpieces tend to sag under their own weight.
Supports must be placed under the workpiece
near the line of cut and near the edge of the work -
piece on both sides of the wheel.
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Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut” into
existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding
wheel may cut gas or water pipes, electrical wiring
or objects that can cause kickback.
SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR SANDING OP-
ERATIONS
Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc
paper. Follow manufacturers recommendations,
when selecting sanding paper. Larger sanding pa -
per extending beyond the sanding pad presents a
laceration hazard and may cause snagging, tearing
of the disc, or kickback.
SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR WIRE BRUSH-
ING OPERATIONS
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Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the
brush even during ordinary operation. Do not
overstress the wires by applying excessive load to
the brush. The wire bristles can easily penetrate
light clothing and/or skin.
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If the use of a guard is recommended for wire
brushing, do not allow any interference of the
wire wheel or brush with the guard. Wire wheel
or brush may expand in diameter due to work load
and centrifugal forces.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
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Wear safety goggles.
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Use suitable detectors to determine if utility lines
are hidden in the work area or call the local utility
company for assistance. Contact with electric lines
can lead to fire and electric shock. Damaging a gas
line can lead to explosion. Penetrating a water line
causes property damage or may cause an electric
shock.
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Do not touch grinding and cutting discs before
they have cooled down. The discs can become
very hot while working.
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Release the On/Off switch and set it to the off po -
sition when the power supply is interrupted, e. g.,
in case of a power failure or when the mains plug is
pulled. This prevents uncontrolled restarting.
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Secure the workpiece. A workpiece clamped with
clamping devices or in a vice is held more secure
than by hand.
CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLY
Make sure the power supply information on the
machine’s rating plate are compatible with the
power supply you intend to connect it to.
This appliance is Class II and is designed for con-
nection to a power supply matching that detailed
on the rating label and compatible with the plug
fitted. If an extension lead is required, use an ap -
proved and compatible lead rated for this appli-
ance. Follow all the instruction supplied with the
extension lead.
GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS
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Make sure your extension cord is in good condi -
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating.
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Always replace a damaged extension cord or have
it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
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Protect your extension cords from sharp objects,
excessive heat and damp/wet areas.
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