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accessory may grab the surface and pull the power tool
out of your control.
h)
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.
i)
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.
j)
Do not operate the power tool near flammable
materials.
Sparks could ignite these materials.
k)
Do not use accessories that require liquid
coolants.
Using water or other liquid coolants may
result in electrocution or shock.
4.2 Safety Warnings Specific for Sanding Operations:
a)
Do not use excessively oversized abrasive belts. Fol-
low manufacturers recommendations when selecting
abrasive belts.
Larger abrasive belts extending beyond
the running surface presents a laceration hazard and
may cause snagging or tearing of the belt.
4.3 Further Safety Instructions
Accessories must be stored and handled with care
in accordance with the manufacturer‘s instructions.
Ensure that accessories are installed in accordance
with the manufacturer‘s instructions.
The tool continues running after the machine has
been switched off.
Do not use separate reducing bushings or adapters
to adapt tools that were designed for different power
tools.
The workpiece must lay flat and be secured against
slipping, e.g. using clamps. Large workpieces must
be sufficiently supported.
A damaged or cracked handle must be
replaced. Never operate a machine with a defective
handle.
Always guide the machine with both hands on the
handles provided
4.4 Special safety instructions for mains powered
machines:
Pull the plug out of the socket before making any
adjustments, changing tools, carrying out maintenance
or cleaning. Before connecting the mains plug, make sure
that the machine is switched off. Use of a fixed extractor
system is recommended. Always install an RCD with a
maximum trip current of 30 mA upstream. If the angle
grinder is shut down via the RCD, it must be checked and
cleaned. See Chapter 9. Maintenance.
4.5 Reducing dust exposure:
Some of the dust created using this power tool
may contain chemicals known to cause cancer,
allergic reaction, respiratory disease, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some of these substances in-
clude: lead (in paint containing lead), mineral dust (from
bricks, concrete etc.), additives used for wood treatment
(chromate, wood preservatives), some wood types (such
as oak or beech dust), metals, asbestos. The risk from
exposure to such substances will depend on how long
you or bystanders are being exposed.
Do not let particles enter the body.
Do the following to reduce exposure to these substan-
ces: ensure good ventilation of the workplace and wear
appropriate protective equipment, such as respirators
able to filter microscopically small particles.
Observe the relevant guidelines for your material,
staff, application and place of application (e.g.
occupational health and safety regulations, disposal).
Collect the generated particles at the source, avoid
deposits in the surrounding area. Use suitable accesso-
ries for special work, thus less particles enter the environ-
ment in an uncontrolled manner.
Use a suitable extraction unit.
Reduce dust exposure with the following measures:
- Do not direct the escaping particles and the exhaust air
stream at yourself or nearby persons or on dust deposits.
- Use an extraction unit and/or air purifiers
- Ensure good ventilation of the workplace and keep
clean using a vacuum cleaner Sweeping or blowing stirs
up dust
- Vacuum or wash protective clothing Do not blow, beat or
brush.
5. Initial Operation
5.1 Connection to Power Mains
Before commissioning, check that the rated
mains voltage and mains frequency, as stated
on the type plate match your power supply.
Always install an RCD with a maximum trip
current of 30 mA upstream.
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