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make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
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 has a tendency to roll while being
cut, and may cause the bit to bind or jump toward you.
m)
Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged
and your hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory.
n)
Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to a complete stop. The spinning acces-
sory may grab the surface and pull the power tool out of your control.
o)
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.
p)
Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side. Accidental contact with the spinning accesso-
ry could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.
q)
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.
r)
Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
s)
Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may result in
electrocution or shock.
Further safety instructions for all operations
Kickback and related warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating wheel, sanding band, 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.
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 the 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. The operator can control kickback forces, if proper precautions are taken.
b)
Use special care when working corners, sharp edges, etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the acces-
sory. 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.
Additional safety instructions for grinding and cutting-off operations
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 applica-
tions. 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.
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