Intended Use; Safety Information - Scheppach bgs 700 Traducción De Las Instrucciones Originales

4. Intended use

The grinder/sander is a combination device for the
coarse and fine grinding/sanding of metals, woods
of all kinds and other materials using the appropriate
grinding/sanding wheel or belt.
The machine may only be used with grinding/sanding
wheels or belts which are suitable for it and comply
with the characteristic data in these instructions. The
machine is allowed to be used only for it intended
purpose! Even when the equipment is used as pre-
scribed it is still impossible to eliminate certain residu-
al risk factors. The following hazards may arise in con-
nection with the machine's construction and layout:
• Contact with the grinding wheel where it is not cov-
ered.
• Catapulting parts out of damaged grinding wheels.
• Catapulting of workpieces and parts of workpieces.
• Damage to hearing if essential ear-muffs are not
used.
• Harmful emissions of wood dust when used in
closed rooms.
• The rotating parts of the device cannot be covered
for functional reasons. Therefore you must exer-
cise care and hold the workpiece firmly to prevent
it slipping which could result in your hands coming
into contact with the grinding/sanding belt.
The equipment is allowed to be used only for its pre-
scribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a
case of misuse. The user/operator and not the manu-
facturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any
kind resulting from such misuse.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-
signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial appli-
cations. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment
is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses
or for equivalent purposes.

5. Safety information

m Caution!
Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any er-
rors made in following the safety regulations and in-
structions may result in an electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury. Keep all safety regulations and instruc-
tions in a safe place for future use.
m Warning! To protect against electric shock, injury
and fire the following basic safety precautions must
be observed when using power tools.
Read and follow these instructions before using the
equipment and keep the safety information in a safe
place.
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1. Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment
Don't expose power tools to rain. Don't use power
tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area
well lit. Don't use power tools in presence of flam-
mable liquids or gases.
3. Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces
(e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges refrigerators).
4. Keep children away
Do not allow other persons to touch the equipment
or cable, keep them away from your work area.
5. Store idle tools
When not is use, tools should be stored in dry,
high, or locked-up place, out of the reach of chil-
dren.
6. Don't force tool
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.
7. Use right tool
Don't force small tools or attachments to do the
job of heavy duty tool. Don't use tools for purpos-
es not intended.
8. Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They
can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves
and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
9. Use safety glasses
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
10. Don't abuse cord Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect
it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
11. Secure work
Use clamps or a vice to hold work. It's safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to operate
tool.
12. Don't overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
13. Maintain tools with care
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords pe-
riodically and, if damaged, have repaired by au-
thorized service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged. Keep han-
dles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
14. Disconnect tools
When not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories.
15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before
turning it on.
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