power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical safety
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Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
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Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as
pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased
risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
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Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
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Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges and moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the
risk of electric shock.
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When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
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If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable,
use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an
RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
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Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
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Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
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Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before connecting to power source and/or battery
pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
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Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part
of the power tool may result in personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep
your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
● Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to
operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
● Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may
affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
● Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control.
● Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service
● Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Safety instructions for all applications
Common safety instructions for grinding, sanding,
working with wire brushes and cutting grinders:
• This electric tool is to be used as a grinder, sander, wire
brush and cutting grinder. Follow all safety instructions,
directives, illustrations and facts which you receive with the
device. If you do not follow these instructions, an electrical
shock, fire and/or serious injury
may occur.
• This electric tool is not suitable for cup brushes. Using
the electric tool in ways for which it is not intended may
cause hazards and injuries.
• This electric tool is not suitable for cup wheels, mounted
points or grinding cones. Using the electric tool in ways for
which it is not intended may cause hazards and injuries.
• This electric tool is not suitable for polishing. Using the
electric tool in ways for which it is not intended may
cause hazards and injuries.
• Do not use any accessories that are not specifically
intended and recommended for this electric tool by the
manufacturer. Simply because an accessory can be
attached to your electric tool does not guarantee safe
operation.
• The allowable rotation speed of the attachment tools
must be at least as high as the highest rotation speed
indicated on the electric tool. Accessories that run faster
than the allowable speed can break and fly apart.
• The outside diameter and thickness of the attachment
tool must correspond to the dimensions indicated for your
electric tool. Attachment tools which are wrongly
dimensioned cannot be sufficiently shielded or controlled.
• Attachment tools with threaded attachment must fit the
threading of the grinding spindle exactly. For attachment
tools which are mounted through a flange, the diameter of
the hole in the attachment tool must fit the mounting
diameter of the flange.
Attachment tools which cannot be precisely attached to the
electric tool turn unevenly, vibrate very strongly and can
ultimately lead to a loss of control.