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General instructions concerning safety
and accident prevention
To work safely with this machine and to prevent
accidents it is imperative to read the following safety
and operating instructions in full and to put all the
information into practice.
Always check the machine, the power cable and
the plug before use. Only ever use the machine if
it is in perfect, undamaged condition. Damaged
parts are to be repaired or replaced immediately
by a qualified electrician.
Always pull the plug out of the power socket
before carrying out any work on the machine,
before changing the grinding tool and in periods
of non-use.
Always run the power cable away from the back
of the machine to guard it from damage.
Keep the machine in a safe place and out of the
reach of children.
It is prohibited to use the machine
on asbestos materials.
Please note the accident prevention regulations
in force in your country.
Use only original spare parts.
Repairs are to be carried out by qualified
electricians only.
The level of noise at the workplace may exceed
85 dB(A). In this case you will need to introduce
noise protection measures for the user. The
noise produced by this electric tool is measured
in accordance with IEC 59 CO 11, IEC 704, DIN
45635 Part 21, NFS 31-031 (84/537/EEC).
Make sure of your footing. Avoid abnormal
working positions.
Keep electric tools out of the rain. Never use
electric tools in wet or damp conditions, and
never use them near inflammable liquids.
Keep the power cable safe from damage. Oil,
solvent and sharp edges can damage cables.
Keep your workplace tidy.
Make sure the power switch is off before
inserting the plug in the socket.
Wear suitable clothing. Never wear loose-fitting
clothes or jewelry. Use a hair-net on long hair.
For your own safety, use only the manufacturer’s
accessories and attachments.
Always wear safety goggles, safety gloves and
ear-protectors on grinding, brushing and cutting
jobs.
Check that the speed marked on the grinding
wheel is the same as or higher than the grinder’s
rated speed.
Make sure that the dimensions of the grinding
wheel are suitable for the grinder.
It is essential to store and handle grinding
wheels in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Each time before using a grinding wheel, check it
carefully. Never use a grinding wheel which is
broken, cracked or damaged in any other way.
If backing layers are supplied with or stipulated
for the grinding wheels, make sure they are
used.
Before beginning with your work, make sure that
the grinding wheel is correctly mounted and
secured. Allow the tool to run in a safe position
for 5 minutes in idle mode. Stop the tool
immediately if notable vibrations develop or if
you discover any defects. In this case, examine
the machine to find the cause of the trouble.
Never use the grinder without the supplied hood
guard.
Never use a separate reducer sleeve or adapter
to mount grinding wheels with too large a hole.
Make sure that no danger results from any
sparks produced during use, e.g. injury to
persons or ignition of flammable substances.
Always wear safety goggles and ear-protectors.
Use other personal safety items such as gloves,
an apron and a helmet wherever necessary.
Please note that the workpiece becomes hot
during use.
Caution! Risk of burns!
Allow the workpiece to cool. Some materials
become glowing hot when subjected to grinding.
On lengthy jobs, interrupt your work and allow
the workpiece to cool.
Use no coolant or the like.
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