Rev. 06/13/18
776-0232
2
WARNING
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTAINS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL
INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATING
THIS TOOL.
• Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire,
explosion and/or serious personal injury. It is the responsibility
of the owner to make sure all personnel read this manual
prior to using the device. It is also the responsibility of the
device owner to keep this manual intact and in a convenient
location for all to see and read. If the manual or product labels
are lost or not legible, contact BALKAMP for replacements. If
the operator is not fluent in English, the product and safety
instructions shall be read and discussed with the operator
in the operator’s native language by the purchaser/owner or
his designee, making sure that the operator comprehends
its contents.
• Always operate, inspect and maintain this tool in accordance
with American National Standards Institute Safety Code of
Portable Air Tools (ANSI B186.1) and any other applicable
safety codes and regulations.
• For safety, top performance and maximum durability
of parts, operate this tool at 90 psig; 6.2 bar max air
pressure with 3/8” diameter air supply hose.
• Always wear impact-resistant eye and face
protection when operating or performing maintenance
on this tool (users and bystanders).
• High sound levels can cause permanent hearing
loss. Always use hearing protection as recommended
by your employer an OSHA regulations while using this
tool (users and bystanders).
• Keep the tool in efficient operating condition.
• Operators and maintenance personnel must be
physically able to handle the bulk, weight and power
of this tool.
• Air under pressure can cause severe injury. Never
direct air at yourself or others. Always turn off the air
supply, drain hose of air pressure and detach tool from
air supply before installing, removing or adjusting
any accessory on this tool, or before performing any
maintenance on this tool. Failure to do so could result
in injury. Whip hoses can cause serious injury. Always
check for damaged, frayed or loose hoses and fittings,
and replace immediately. Do not use quick detach
couplings at tool. See instructions for correct set-up.
• Keep tool out of reach of children.
• Air powered tools can vibrate in use. Vibration,
repetitive motions or uncomfortable positions over
extended periods of time may be harmful to your
hands and arms. Discontinue use of tool if discomfort,
tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek medical advice before
resuming use.
• Slipping, tripping and/or falling while operating
air tools can be a major cause of serious injury or
death. Be aware of excess hose left on the walking
or work surface.
• Keep body working stance balanced and firm. Do not
overreach when operating the tool.
• Note direction of rotation BEFORE operating this tool.
• Anticipate and be alert for sudden changes in motion during
start up and operation of any power tool.
• Do not carry tool by the hose. Protect the hose
from sharp objects and heat.
• Tool shaft may continue to rotate briefly after
throttle is released. Avoid direct contact with
accessories during and after use. Gloves will
reduce the risk of cuts or burns.
• Keep away from rotating end of tool. Do not
wear jewelry or loose clothing. Secure long
hair. Scalping can occur if hair is not kept away
from tool and accessories. Choking can occur
if neckwear is notkept away from tool and
accessories.
• Do not use (or modify) the tool for any other purpose
than that for which it was designed without consulting the
manufacturer’s authorized representative.
• Correct bonded abrasive mounted point grinding wheels,
rotary files and carbide burrs are necessary to prevent injury
from broken accessories. Do not use chipped or cracked
bonded abrasive mounted point grinding wheels, rotary files
and carbide burrs. Tighten the bonded abrasive mounted point
grinding wheels, rotary files and carbide burrs on the collet to
prevent spin off when the Die Grinder is turned off.
•
RPM OF THE ACCESSORY MUST
EXCEED TOOL RPM. Use accessories
rated at 20,000 RPM or higher.
•
Never mount a grinding wheel, cut-off wheel, router
cutter or drill bit on a Die Grinder.
• Never use an arbor, mandrel or any other adapter to
convert the Die Grinder for any other application.
• Do not lock, tape or wire the “on/off” safety lever in the
“on”position, as the lever must be free to return to the
“off” position when released.
• Use accessories recommended by BALKAMP.
• Do not lu bri cate tools with flam ma ble or vol a tile
liq uids such as ker o sene, die sel or jet fuel.
• This tool is not insulated against electric shock.
• This tool must not be used in explosive
atmospheres.
• Servicing and repairs should only be made by
an authorized service center.
• Do not force tool beyond its rated capacity.
• Do not remove any labels. Replace damaged labels.
• Failure to heed these warnings may reuslt in personal injury
and/or property damage.
WARNING:
This product can expose
you to chemicals including nickel, which
is known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
RPM
RPM
RPM
