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POWER TOOL SAFETY
22. Have your tool repaired by a
qualified person
.
This electric tool is in
accordance with the relevant safety
requirements. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using
original spare parts; otherwise this may
result in considerable danger to the user.
23. Do not let the tool run
unattended
.
Always wait until your
power tool has come to a complete stop
before leaving it. Then turn off at mains and
remove the plug from the power outlet.
WARNING
The use of an accessory or attachment,
other than those recommended in this
instruction manual may present a risk of
personal injury
The tool must be used only for its prescribed
purpose any use other than those mentioned
in this manual will be considered a case of
misuse. The user and not the manufacture
shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.
ADDITION SAFETY RULES FOR
ANGLE GRINDER
Fully unwind cable drum extensions to
avoid potential overheating.
When an extension cable is required, you
must ensure that it has the right ampere
rating for your power tool and is in safe
electrical condition.
Ensure your mains supply voltage is the
same as your tool rating plate voltage.
Always switch off before you put the angle
grinder down.
Keep the area free of tripping hazards.
Do not let anyone under the age of 18
years operate this tool.
Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like
should never be left around the work area.
If you are interrupted when operating the
tool, complete the process and switch off
before looking up.
Periodically check that all the nuts, bolts
and other fixings are properly tightened.
Abrasive wheels shall be stored and
handled with care in accordance with
manufacturer instructions.
Do not store materials or equipment above
a machine in such a way that they could fall
into it.
Do not use discs having a maximum
permissible speed below the tool rated
marked RPM.
Inspect the grinding wheel before use, do
not use chipped, cracked or otherwise
defective products. Ch
eck the disc before
mounting it into the angle grinder. Check by
striking it with a wooden handle whilst
balancing the disc on your finger. Listen to
the sound it makes if it rings it is ok if it
sounds dull it may be cracked and needs to
be replaced.
Ensure that mounted wheels and points are
fitted in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
When the disc is installed, run it for at least
a minute to ensure that it does not have a
fault. It is always advisable to stay out of the
line of the disc when testing or in general
use.
Do not use a disc marked with a lower
RPM than that of the no load speed shown
on the rating plate.
Use discs only of the prescribed
diameter.
Never try to operate the angle grinder
without the guard in place.