▪ The kickback is a sudden reaction that happens when
the power tool is switched on and the disc gets
jammed. The rotating accessory kickback forces the
power tool to rotate in the opposite direction to the
rotation of the accessory;
▪ The kickback occurs due to an incorrect use of the
power tool or due to an improper working procedure
which can cause serious injuries to the user. Loss of
control can result in serious injury. To avoid the
kickback, the following precautions must be
considered:
- Always use the auxiliary handle for maximum
control over kickback or torque during acceleration
and start-up of the angle grinder;
- Install the rotating attachment in the correct
position and tighten it firmly;
- Do not position your body in the area where power
tool will move if kickback occurs;
- When the rotating accessory gets stuck, switch off
the power tool.
▪ Never put your hands near the rotating attachment.
Keep your hands away from the rotating parts.
▪ To avoid displacements or projections use a fixing
device or a bench vice to ensure a safe performance;
Place/maintain the workpiece in a correct and stable
position;
▪ The outside diameter and the thickness of your
accessory must be within the capacity rating of your
power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be
adequately guarded or controlled;
▪ Always install the supplied disc guard. If necessary,
the disc guard should be replaced by one with a
material of equal resistance and with a protection
angle of no more than 180°;
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▪ Never put down the equipment before the disc has
come to a complete stop. The disc may grab the
surface, making you lose the control of the angle
grinder;
▪ Make sure that the ventilation slots are not clogged.
Do not place any objects over the slots;
▪ Attachments and workpiece may become too hot
during operation. Avoid touching them, they can
cause severe burns;
▪ Make sure that you don't damage the electrical
circuits, gas and water pipes when operating the
equipment. Any damage to these installations can
cause fire, explosion, electric shock or property
damage;
▪ Avoid using the angle grinder on surfaces coated with
paints containing lead or other materials harmful to
health. Any contact or inhalation of dust may cause
allergic reactions and / or breathing disorders.
▪ Materials containing asbestos cannot be worked.
Asbestos is carcinogenic.