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the line of cut and near the edge of the workpiece on
both sides of the wheel.
h) 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 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
b) Allow brushes to run at operating speed for at
least one minute before using them. During this
time, no one is to stand in front or in line with
the brush.
Loose bristles or wires will be discharged
during the run-in time.
c) Direct the discharge of the spinning wire
brush away from you.
Small particles and tiny wire
fragments may be discharged at high velocity during
the use of these brushes and may become imbedded
in your skin.
