Rebel TOOLS RB-1021, User Manual

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• The wheel guard must be properly fitted to the power tool. The wheel guard must be
positioned so that it protects the operator against chips, accidental contact with the
wheel and sparks which may set clothing on fire.
• If the guard is not operating properly, it must be repaired in an authorized service
point before any further use of the power tool.
• ALWAYS use the wheel intended for recommended application (for example: do not
grind with the wheel intended for cutting) and the material of the workpiece.
• Do not use damaged wheels. Prior to each use, inspect for any chips and cracks. If
any of these are found, replace the wheel with a new one.
• Before switching on the power tool, check if the wheel is correctly fitted, can spin
freely and does not catch the guard.
• Avoid touching the wheel just after use as it may be hot. Similarly, when removing
the accessory from the spindle, wear protective gloves to grasp it. Wheel may be hot
after prolonged use.
Avoid contact with skin. Burn hazard.
• Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side. Accidental contact with the
accessory could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.
• If the power tool has been dropped, check for any signs of damage. In the event of
such damage being found, replace damaged parts.
• Avoid touching the workpiece just after use, as it may be hot. Always wear protective
gloves.
• Always wait until the wheel has come to a complete stop before placing down the
power tool.
• Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the
housing and excessive accumulation of dust may cause electrical hazards.
• Some materials may contain chemicals that can be toxic. Avoid inhalation of dust and
any contact with the skin.
Kickback and related warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged moving accessory. Pinching or
snagging causes rapid stalling of the cutting accessory which in turn causes the
uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation at
the point of the binding.
For example, if a wheel is snagged or pinched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that
is entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel to
climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump towards or away from the operator,
depending on direction of the wheel’s movement at the point of pinching.
Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or
conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
• Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position your body and arms to allow you
to resist kickback forces. Always use auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum
control over kickback or torque reaction during start-up.
The operator can control
torque reactions or kickback forces, if proper precautions are taken.
• Never place your hand near the moving accessory. The accessory may kickback over
your hand.
• Do not position your body in the area where the power tool will move if kickback
occurs. Kickback will propel the power tool in the direction opposite to the wheel’s
movement at the point of snagging.
• Use special care when working corners, sharp edges, etc. Avoid bouncing and
snagging the accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag
the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kickback.
Residual risks
Even when the power tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual
risk factors. The following hazards may arise in connection with the power tool’s
construction and design:
• Damage to lungs if a dust mask is not worn.
• Damage to hearing if hearing protection is not worn.
• Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the power tool is being used over
longer period of time or not adequately managed and properly maintained.
• Injuries and damage to property to due to broken accessories that are suddenly
dashed.
WARNING!
This power tool produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may
under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To
reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to
consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this power
tool.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE POWER TOOL
Intended use
This angle grinder is intended for cutting and grinding various materials provided that the
wheel matches the material of the workpiece. Do not use this angle grinder for polishing.
Use the power tool for its intended purpose only. Any other use is deemed to be a case
of misuse. The user/owner of this power tool, not the producer, is responsible for any
damages or injuries caused by improper handling of this power tool.
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