IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
AND
PER-
SONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
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KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools
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or wet locations. Keep work area well
Don't use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
3.
Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
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STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not
-
or locked-up place
DON'T FORCE TOOL.
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it
was intended.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
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heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught
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in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
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dusty.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank
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receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using
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your hand and
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
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safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, and when chang-
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ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
it
out of reach of children.
It
frees both hands to operate tool.
in
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
lit.
Don't expose power tools to rain.
use, tools should be stored
it
to disconnect from
in
in
damp
dry, and high
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14.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning
it
on.
15.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in tool with finger
on switch. Be sure switch is
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OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only
extension cords intended for use outdoors and
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STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Don't operate
tool when you are tired.
18.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual.
Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Don't use
tool if switch does not turn
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GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces. For example; pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
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POLARIZED
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit
polarized outlet only one way.
reverse the plug. If
the proper outlet.
PLUGS:
Do
To
it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
not change the plug in any way.
OFF
when plugging
it
on and off.
reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has
If
the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
in.
so
marked.
it
will
in
a
VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle,
outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the
nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that specified
for the tool can result
the tool.
voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
If
in
doubt, DO NOT PLUG IN THE TOOL. Using a power source with
in
SERIOUS INJURY to the user - as well as damage to
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
1.
Keep guards
2.
Use only wheels having a maximum operating speed at least as high as
Load RPM“ marked on the tool’s nameplate. When using depressed center
wheels, be sure to use only fiberglass-reinforced wheels.
3.
Check
cracked
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Use only flanges specified for this tool.
5.
Be careful not to damage the spindle, the flange (especially the installing
surface) or
breakage.
6.
Hold the tool firmly.
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Keep hands away from rotating parts.
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Make sure the wheel is not contacting the workpiece before the switch is
turned on.
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Before using the tool on an actual workpiece,
for vibration
balanced wheel.
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Use
the
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Watch out for flying sparks. Hold the tool
and other persons or flammable materials.
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Do not leave the tool running. Operate the tool only when hand-held.
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Do not touch the workpiece immediately after operation;
hot and could burn your skin.
in
place.
the
wheel carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace
or
damaged wheel immediately.
the
lock nut. Damage to these parts could result
let
it
run for a while. Watch
or
wobbling that could indicate poor installation or a poorly
specified surface of the wheel to perform
so
that sparks fly away from you
the
grinding.
it
may be extremely
in
“No
wheel
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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