Specified Conditions Of Use; Residual Risk - Milwaukee M12 FTB Manual Original

k) Always hold the tool firmly in your hand(s) during the
start-up. The reaction torque of the motor, as it accelerates to full
speed, can cause the tool to twist.
l) Use clamps to support workpiece whenever practical. Never
hold a small workpiece in one hand and the tool in the other
hand while in use. Clamping a small workpiece allows you to use
your hand(s) to control the tool. Round material such as dowel rods,
pipes or tubing have a tendency to roll while being cut, and may
cause the bit to bind or jump toward you.
m) 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.
n) After changing the bits or making any adjustments, make
sure the collet nut, chuck or any other adjustment devices are
securely tightened. Loose adjustment devices can unexpectedly
shift, causing loss of control, loose rotating components will be
violently thrown.
o) 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.
p) 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.
q) Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials.
Sparks could ignite these materials.
r) Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants. Using
water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocution or shock.
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 power 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 reactions or kickback forces, if proper precautions
are taken.
b) 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.
c) Do not attach a toothed saw blade. Such blades create
frequent kickback and loss of control.
d) Always feed the bit into the material in the same direction as
the cutting edge is exiting from the material (which is the same
direction as the chips are thrown). Feeding the tool in the wrong
direction causes the cutting edge of the bit to climb out of the work
and pull the tool in the direction of this feed.
e) When using rotary files, cut-off wheels, high-speed cutters
or tungsten carbide cutters, always have the work securely
clamped. These wheels will grab if they become slightly canted
in the groove, and can kickback. When a cut-off wheel grabs, the
wheel itself usually breaks. When a rotary file, high-speed cutter or
tungsten carbide cutter grabs, it may jump from the groove and you
could lose control of the tool.
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Safety Warnings Specific for Grinding and Abrasive Cutting-Off
Operations:
a) Use only wheel types that are recommended for your power
tool and only for recommended applications. For example: do
not grind with the side of a cut-off wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels
are intended for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to these
wheels may cause them to shatter.
b) For threaded abrasive cones and plugs use only undamaged
wheel mandrels with an unrelieved shoulder flange that are of
correct size and length. Proper mandrels will reduce the possibility
of breakage.
c) Do not "jam" the cut-off wheel or apply excessive pressure.
Do not attempt to make an excessive depth of cut. Overstressing
the wheel increases the loading and susceptibility to twisting or
binding of the wheel in the cut and the possibility of kickback or
wheel breakage.
d) Do not position your hand in line with and behind the
rotating wheel. When the wheel, at the point of operation, is moving
away from your hand, the possible kickback may propel the spinning
wheel and the power tool directly at you.
e) When wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut for any
reason, switch off the power tool and hold the power tool
motionless until the wheel comes to a complete stop. Never
attempt to remove the cut-off wheel from the cut while the
wheel is in motion otherwise kickback may occur. Investigate
and take corrective action to eliminate the cause of wheel binding.
f) Do not restart the cutting operation in the workpiece. Let the
wheel reach full speed and carefully re-enter the cut. The wheel
may bind, walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in the
workpiece.
g) Support panels or any oversized workpiece to minimize the
risk of wheel pinching and kickback. Large workpieces tend to
sag under their own weight. Supports must be placed under the
workpiece near the line of cut and near the edge of the workpiece on
both sides of the wheel.
h) Use extra caution when sawing into existing walls or other
blind areas. The protruding wheel may cut gas or water pipes,
electrical wiring or objects that can cause kickback.
Safety Warnings Specific for Sanding Operations:
a) Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc paper. Follow
manufacturers recommendations, when selecting sanding
paper. Larger sanding paper extending beyond the sanding pad
presents a laceration hazard and may cause snagging, tearing of
the disc or kickback.
Safety Warnings Specific for Wire Brushing Operations:
a) Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the brush even
during ordinary operation. Do not overstress the wires by
applying excessive load to the brush. The wire bristles can easily
penetrate light clothing and/or skin.
b) Allow brushes to run at operating speed for at least one
minute before using them. During this time no one is to stand
in front or in line with the brush. Loose bristles or wires will be
discharged during the run-in time.
c) Direct the discharge of the spinning wire brush away from
you. Small particles and tiny wire fragments may be discharged
at high velocity during the use of these brushes and may become
imbedded in your skin.
Safety instructions for all operations
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, when
performing an operation where the cutting accessory may
contact hidden wiring. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire
may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could
give the operator an electric shock.
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Safety instructions when using long drill bits
Never operate at higher speed than the maximum speed rating
of the drill bit. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if allowed to
rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in personal
injury.
Always start drilling at low speed and with the bit tip in contact
with the workpiece. At higher speeds, the bit is likely to bend if
allowed to rotate freely without contacting the workpiece, resulting in
personal injury.
Apply pressure only in direct line with the bit and do not apply
excessive pressure. Bits can bend causing breakage or loss of
control, resulting in personal injury.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY AND WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
When grinding metal, flying sparks are produced. Take care that
no persons are endangered. Because of the danger of fire, no
combustible materials should be located in the vicinity (spark flight
zone). Do not use dust extraction.
Avoid flying sparks and sanding dust hit your body.
Only use properly fitting and undamaged open-end spanners.
The insertion tools must run completely concentrical. Do not
continue to use out-of-round insertion tools, instead, replace before
continuing to work.
Never reach into the danger area of the machine when it is running.
Chips and splinters must not be removed while the machine is
running.
Immediately switch off the machine in case of considerable
vibrations or if other malfunctions occur. Check the machine in order
to find out the cause.
Make sure that the insertion tool comes to a complete stop before
laying it down.
Under extreme conditions (e.g. smooth-grinding metals with
the arbour and vulcanized fibre grinding wheel), significant
contamination can build up on the inside of the die grinder.
Do not let any metal parts enter the airing slots - danger of short
circuit!
Always use and store accessories according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
WARNING! Danger of burns! The wheel and workpiece will
become hot during use. Wear gloves when changing discs or
touching workpiece. Keep hands away from the grinding area at all
times.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product
damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery pack
or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or
conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals,
and bleach or bleach containing products, etc., Can cause a short
circuit.
Do not use this tool to work on asbestos-containing products.
Determine the composition of the workpiece before beginning
work. Asbestos should only be removed by a qualified professional.
The inner shank dimension L can be used to calculate the
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maximum permitted speed of the insertion tool from the
specifications provided by manufacturer of the insertion tool. It must
not be less than the maximum speed of the power tool.
The workpiece must be fixed if it is not heavy enough to be steady.
Never move the workpiece towards the rotating insertion tool by
hand.
Remove dust and debris from the collet body and clean the insertion
tool mandrel before inserting it.
Insertion tools should be protected from:
• wetness and extreme humidity
• any type of solvent
• extreme changes in temperature
• dropping and bumping
Insertion tools should be stored:
• in an organized way so the insertion tools can be removed without
disturbing or damaging other insertion tools
• with their safety information
Insertion tools should NOT be dropped, rolled or bumped.
Discard insertion tools that have been dropped, rolled, bumped,
subjected to extreme changes in temperature, or come into contact
with solvents or wetness.
Never break open battery packs and chargers and store only in dry
rooms. Keep dry at all times.
Use only System M12 chargers for charging System M12 battery
packs. Do not use battery packs from other systems.

SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE

Low speed Tyre Buffers are used for Patch/Tyre Repair which
consists of Drilling the point of damage and buffing the inner wheel.
Please refer to the instructions supplied by the accessory
manufacturer. The machine is suitable only for working without
water.
Do not use the product in any way other than those stated for
intended use.

RESIDUAL RISK

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible
to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following
hazards may arise in use and the operator should pay special
attention to avoid the following:
• Injury caused by vibration. Hold the product by designated
handles and restrict working time and exposure.
• Exposure to noise can cause hearing injury. Wear ear protection
and limit exposure.
• Injury due to flying debris Wear eye protection, heavy long
trousers, gloves and substancial footwear at all times.
• Inhalation of toxic dusts.
NOTES FOR LI-ION BATTERIES
Use of Li-Ion batteries
Battery packs which have not been used for some time should be
recharged before use.
Temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) reduce the performance of
the battery pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine (risk
of overheating).
The contacts of chargers and battery packs must be kept clean.
For an optimum life-time, the battery packs have to be fully charged,
after use.
To obtain the longest possible battery life remove the battery pack
from the charger once it is fully charged.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 27°C and
away from moisture
Store the battery packs in a 30% - 50% charged condition
Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
Battery protection for Li-Ion batteries
In extremely high torque, binding, stalling and short circuit situations
that cause high current draw, the tool will vibrate for about 5
seconds, the fuel gauge will flash,and then the tool will turn OFF.
To reset, release the trigger. Under extreme circumstances, the
internal temperature of the battery pack could raise too much. If
this happens, the fuel gauge will flash until the battery pack cooled
down. After the lights go off, the work may continue.
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