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mask, hearing protectors, gloves and work
shop apron capable of stopping small abrasive
or workpiece fragments. The eye protection
must be capable of stopping flying debris generated
by various operations. The dust mask or respirator
must be capable of filtrating particles generated by
your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity
noise may cause hearing loss.
h. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area. Anyone entering the work area must wear
personal protective equipment. Fragments of
workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and
cause injury beyond immediate area of operation.
i. Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a “live”
wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and shock the operator.
j. Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory.
If you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged
and your hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning
accessory.
k. Never lay the power tool down until the accessory
has come to a complete stop. The spinning
accessory may grab the surface and pull the power
tool out of your control.
l. Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your
side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory
could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into
your body.
m. Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The
motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and
excessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause
electrical hazards.
n. Do not operate the power tool near flammable
materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
o. Do not use accessories that require liquid
coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may
result in electrocution or shock.
p. Do not use Type 11 (flaring cup) wheels on this
tool. Using inappropriate accessories can result in
injury.
q. Always use side handle. Tighten the handle
securely. The side handle should always be used to
maintain control of the tool at all times.
r. Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the work piece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves
it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
FURTHER SAFETy INSTRUCTIONS
FOR ALL OPERATIONS
Kickback and Related Warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged
rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory.
Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating
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 an abrasive 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 toward or away from the operator, depending
on direction of the wheel’s movement at the point of
pinching. Abrasive wheels may also break under these
conditions. Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or
incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be
avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
a. Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and
position your body and arm 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 reaction or kickback
forces, if proper precautions are taken.
b. Never place your hand near the rotating
accessory. Accessory may kickback over your hand.
c. Do not position your body in the area where
power tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback
will propel the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s
movement at the point of snagging.
d. 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.
e. Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or
toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent
kickback and loss of control.
ASSEMBLy
Warning! To prevent accidental operation, turn off and
unplug tool before performing the following operations.
Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury.
Auxiliary handle
An auxiliary 3 position handle is furnished with your grinder.
It can be screwed into either side or the top of the gear
case housing.
Warning! This handle should be used at all time to
maintain complete control of the tool.
