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18. 

Use outdoor extension leads.

 

When  tool  is  used  outdoors,  use  only  extension 
cords intended for outdoor use. 

19. 

Stay alert.

 

Watch  what  you  are  doing.  Use  common  sense. 
Do not operate tool when you are tired. 

20. 

Check damaged parts.

 

Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part 
that  is  damaged  should  be  carefully  checked  to 
determine that it will operate properly and perform 
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving 
parts,  free  running  of  moving  parts,  breakage  of 
parts, mounting and any other conditions that may 
affect  its  operation.  A  guard  or  other  part  that  is 
damaged  should  be properly repaired or replaced 
by  an  authorized  service  center  unless  otherwise 
indicated in this instruction manual. Have defective 
switches replaced by an authorized service facility. 
Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on 
and off. 

21. 

Warning.

 

The  use  of  any  accessory  or  attachment,  other 
than  those  recommended  in  this  instruction 
manual  or  the  catalog,  may  present  a  risk  of 
personal injury. 

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. 

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES 
FOR TOOL 

1. 

Wear  protective  glasses.  Also  wear  hearing 
protection  during  extended  periods  of 
operation. 

2. 

Use  only  wheels  recommended  by  the 
manufacturer  which  have  a  maximum 
operating speed at least as high as "No Load 
RPM"  marked  on  the  tool’s  nameplate.  Use 
only fiberglass-reinforced cut-off wheels. 

3. 

Check  the  wheel  carefully  for  cracks  or 
damage before operation. Replace cracked or 
damaged wheel immediately. 

4. 

Secure the wheel carefully. 

5. 

Use only flanges specified for this tool. 

6. 

Be careful not to damage the spindle, flanges 
(especially  the  installing  surface)  or  bolt,  or 
the wheel itself might break. 

7. 

Keep guards in place and in working order. 

8. 

Hold the handle firmly. 

9. 

Keep hands away from rotating parts. 

 

10. 

Make  sure  the  wheel  is  not  contacting  the 
work-piece before the switch is turned on. 

11. 

Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, 
let  it  simply  run  for  several  minutes  first. 
Watch  for  flutter  or  excessive  vibration  that 
might  be  caused  by  poor  installation  or  a 
poorly balanced wheel. 

12. 

Watch  out  for  flying  sparks  when  operating. 
They  can  cause  injury  or  ignite  combustible 
materials. 

13. 

Remove material or debris from the area that 
might  be  ignited  by  sparks.  Be  sure  that 
others are not in the path of the sparks. Keep 
a  proper,  charged  fire  extinguisher  closely 
available. 

14. 

Use the cutting edge of the wheel only. Never 
use side surface. 

15. 

If the wheel stops during the operation, makes 
an  odd  noise  or  begins  to  vibrate,  switch  off 
the tool immediately. 

16. 

Always  switch  off  and  wait  for  the  wheel  to 
come  to  a  complete  stop  before  removing, 
securing  workpiece,  working  vise,  changing 
work position, angle or the wheel itself. 

17. 

Do not touch the workpiece immediately after 
operation;  it  is  extremely  hot  and  could  burn 
your skin. 

18. 

Store wheels in a dry location only. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 

 

INSTALLATION 

Securing cut-off 

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This tool should be bolted with two bolts to a level and 
stable surface using the bolt holes provided in the tool's 
base. This will help prevent tipping and possible personal 
injury. 

 
 
 

1. Base 
2. Bolt holes 

Summary of Contents for MT240

Page 1: ...1 ENGLISH Original instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOUBLE INSULATION IMPORTANT Read Before Using Portable Cut Off MT240 003979 ...

Page 2: ...uble insulated and can therefore also be used from sockets without earth wire ENF100 1 For public low voltage distribution systems of between 220 V and 250 V Switching operations of electric apparatus cause voltage fluctuations The operation of this device under unfavorable mains conditions can have adverse effects to the operation of other equipment With a mains impedance equal or less than 0 31 ...

Page 3: ...b better and safer at the rate for which it was intended 7 Use the right tool Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool Do not use tools for purposes not intended for example do not use circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs 8 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery they can be caught in moving parts Rubber gloves and non skid footwear are recommend...

Page 4: ...ss reinforced cut off wheels 3 Check the wheel carefully for cracks or damage before operation Replace cracked or damaged wheel immediately 4 Secure the wheel carefully 5 Use only flanges specified for this tool 6 Be careful not to damage the spindle flanges especially the installing surface or bolt or the wheel itself might break 7 Keep guards in place and in working order 8 Hold the handle firml...

Page 5: ... Stopper plate except for European countries A B 1 1 003982 The stopper plate prevents the cut off wheel from contacting the workbench or floor When a new wheel is installed set the stopper plate to position A When the wheel wears down to the extent that the lower portion of the workpiece is left uncut set the stopper plate to position B to allow increased cutting capacity with a worn down wheel I...

Page 6: ... severe injury Use the socket wrench provided to help assure proper tightening Always use only the proper inner and outer flanges which are provided with this tool Always lower the wheel guard after replacing the wheel Securing workpiece 1 2 3 003986 By turning the vise handle counterclockwise and then flipping the vise nut to the back the vise is released from the shaft threads and can be moved r...

Page 7: ...ting and maximum cutting efficiency can be determined by the amount of sparks that is produced while cutting Your pressure on the handle should be adjusted to produce the maximum amount of sparks Do not force the cut by applying excessive pressure on the handle Reduced cutting efficiency premature wheel wear as well as possible damage to the tool cut off wheel or workpiece may result Cutting capac...

Page 8: ...n to the limit mark Keep the carbon brushes clean and free to slip in the holders Both carbon brushes should be replaced at the same time Use only identical carbon brushes Use a screwdriver to remove the brush holder caps Take out the worn carbon brushes insert the new ones and secure the brush holder caps 1 2 003993 To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY repairs any other maintenance or adjus...

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