L&G Tools and Machinery User Manual
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of wheel breakage. Flanges for cut-off wheels may be different from grinding wheel
flanges.
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.
8. ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR ANGLE GRINDERS
SAFE USE OF ANGLE GRINDER’S GRINDING DISCS
WARNING!
Under no circumstances should any type of diamond coated disc be used
for grinding metals. Grinding discs are breakable and should be handled with the utmost
care. The use of damaged, incorrectly mounted or worn grinding discs is dangerous and
can cause serious injury. Grinding discs should be handled and transported with care
grinding discs should be stored in such a way as to prevent mechanical damage and
contamination with substances that could cause deterioration of the bonding material.
The information on the grinding discs relating to restriction of use, safety indications or any
other information should be followed. In case of doubt concerning the correct selection of
grinding discs the user should request information from the manufacturer or supplier.
Before mounting and before each use, the grinding disc should be visually inspected
for any cracks, chips, excessive wear, contamination or any other damage that
could affect safe operation.
The grinding disc should be mounted in accordance with the instructions in the product
manual. After mounting the grinding disc should be run for a reasonable time, if any
unusual noise or excessive vibration is evident the machine must be stopped immediately
and the cause investigated.
All guards must be correctly and securely fitted and positioned correctly. The angle grinder
must not be used without the guard fitted. Personal protective equipment suitable for the
work being carried out should be worn. Personal protective equipment should include
suitable work gloves, ear protection, eye protection, respiratory protection and steel toe
cap shoes or boots.
Only use grinding disc suitable for the work being done and observe all safety
instructions and restrictions of use. Use of the wrong type of grinding disc could result in
serious injury.
When using a grinding disc the angle between the grinding disc and work piece
should be between 30° and 40°.
Before placing the angle grinder on the workbench or floor it must be switched off
and the grinding disc must have stopped rotating.
Angle grinders must not be used above shoulder height. Grinding discs must not be
run at a rotational speed greater than that shown on the grinding disc.
Grinding discs must be used dry. Using water is highly dangerous and could result in an
electric shock.
