e)
Do not use worn down wheels from larger power
tools.
Wheel intended for larger power tool is not
suitable for the higher speed of a smaller tool and
may burst.
5.2.4 Additional safety warnings specific for
abrasive cutting-off operations
a)
Do not
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jam
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the cut-off wheel or apply ex-
cessive pressure. Do not attempt to make an
excessive depth of cut.
Overstressing the wheel
increases the loading and susceptibility to twist-
ing or binding of the wheel in the cut and the
possibility of kickback or wheel breakage.
b)
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.
c)
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.
d)
Do not restart the cutting operation in the work-
piece. Let the wheel reach full speed and care-
fully reenter the cut.
The wheel may bind, walk
up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in the
workpiece.
e)
Support panels or any oversized workpiece to
minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kick-
back.
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 workpiece on both sides of the wheel.
f)
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 kick-
back.
5.2.5 Additional safety instructions for sanding
operations
a)
Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc
paper. Follow manufacturers recommenda-
tions, when selecting sanding paper.
Larger
sanding paper extending beyond the sanding
pad presents a laceration hazard and may cause
snagging, tearing of the disc or kickback.
5.2.6 Safety warnings specific for wire brushing
operations
a)
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.
b)
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.
5.3 Additional safety instructions
5.3.1 Personal safety
a)
Wear ear protectors.
Exposure to noise can cause
hearing loss.
b)
Always hold the power tool securely with both
hands on the grips provided. Keep the grips dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
c)
Breathing protection must be worn if the power
tool is used without a dust removal system for
work that creates dust.
d)
Do not operate the power tool without the pro-
tective devices that belong to it.
e)
Operate the power tool only as intended and
when it is in faultless condition.
f)
Improve the blood circulation in your fingers by
relaxing your hands and exercising your fingers
during breaks between working.
g)
Switch the power tool on only after bringing it
into position at the workpiece.
h)
Remove the battery before storing or transport-
ing the power tool.
i)
Never brake the tool by applying lateral pressure
to the grinding or cutting disc.
j)
Do not touch the clamping flange or the clamp-
ing screw while the power tool is running.
k)
Never press the spindle lockbutton while the
grinding or cutting disc is still rotating.
l)
Never direct the power tool toward persons.
m)
Adjust the pressure applied to the grinding or
cutting disc to suit the material you are working
on, so that the grinding or cutting disc doesn’t
stall, possibly causing the tool to kick back.
n)
Avoid touching rotating parts. Switch the power
tool on only after bringing it into position at the
workpiece.
Touching rotating parts, especially
rotating insert tools, may lead to injury.
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