G2427 S180
EN
Safety and operating instructions
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Preparations before using the die grinder
Correct function of die grinder
WARNING Overspeed can result in serious injury or death
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The maximum permissible speed as marked on the machine must not be
exceeded
Testing of the die grinder should only be carried out by professional techni-
cians. The technicians must be authorized to test this type of tool and to operate
a pneumatic system in accordance with national directives.
• The free speed of the machine shall be checked every day and whenever the
machine has been serviced. This check should be carried out with the grind-
ing equipment detached
• Use a pressure regulator to avoid excessive air pressure which may cause
overspeed
• Connections and air hose must be in good condition
Mounted wheel and carbide burr
WARNING Air under pressure can cause serious injury
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Always shut off air supply, drain hose of air pressure and disconnect tool
from air supply when not in use, before making any adjustments to the
machine, e.g. changing accessories, or when making repairs
WARNING Wrong insert tool can burst and cause serious injury or
death
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Use insert tool with max operating speed higher or equal to the airgrinder
speed
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Do not use other insert tool than specified by the manufacturer (no cut-
ting off wheels or router bits).
• Use only recommended sizes and types of abrasives
• Do not use mounting wheels that are chipped or cracked, or may have been
dropped
• Correct mounting is necessary to prevent injury from broken mounted
wheels
• Ensure the shaft diameter of the accessory is correct for the size of collet
• Do not mix mm shanks with inch collets and vice versa
• Observe a min of 10 mm axial grip of the shank
