Metabo WBA 11-125 Quick Manual Original página 16

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mate, wood preservative). Material containing
asbestos must only be treated by specialists.
- Where the use of a dust extraction device is
possible it shall be used.
- The work place must be well ventilated.
- The use of a dust mask of filter class P2 is
recommended.
Follow national requirements for the materials you
want to work with.
Materials that generate dusts or vapours that may
be harmful to health (e.g. asbestos) must not be
processed.
When working in dusty conditions, ensure that
ventilation openings are not blocked. If it becomes
necessary to remove dust, first disconnect the
power tool from the mains supply (use non-
metallic objects) and avoid damaging internal
components.
Damaged, eccentric or vibrating tools must not be used.
Avoid damage to gas or water pipes, electrical
cables and loadbearing walls (static).
Connect a FI circuit-breaker with max. release
current (30 mA) upstream when using the machine
outdoors!
Pull the plug out of the socket before any making
adjustments, converting or servicing the machine.
Metabo S-automatic safety clutch. When the
safety clutch responds, switch off the machine
immediately!
A damaged or cracked additional handle must be
replaced. Never operate a machine with a defec-
tive additional handle.
A damaged or cracked safety guard must be
replaced. Never operate a machine with a defec-
tive safety guard.
The machine is equipped with a "Quick-Stop"
function. Have the machine repaired if braking
time is clearly lengthened.
This electric power tool is not designed for
sanding, wire brushing or polishing. Improper use
of the machine will void the warranty! When used
for polishing, the motor may overheat and damage
the electric power tool. We recommend using our
angle polisher for polishing work.
5 Overview
See page 3 (please unfold).
1 "Quick-Stop" clamping nut
2 Spindle
3 Autobalancer support flange (non-detachable)
4 Spindle locking button
5 Sliding on/off switch
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6 Electronic signal indicator *
7 Additional handle / Additional handle with
vibration damping *
8 Safety cover
9 Lever for safety guard attachment
* depending on equipment/not in scope of delivery
6 Special Product Features
• Integrated Autobalancer for minimal vibrations
on the machine
• Powerful angle grinder with efficient cooling for
rapid work progress even under the toughest
operating conditions
• "Quick-Stop" function for stopping the grinding
wheel within 3 seconds of machine shutdown
• Robust, durable Metabo marathon motor
• Metabo dust protection technology for an
extremely long machine service life
• Ergonomic housing design with distinctive
handholds for maximum control when cutting
and roughing
• Metabo S-automatic safety clutch
• Metabo "Quick" tool change
7 Commissioning
Before plugging in, check to see that the
rated mains voltage and mains frequency,
as stated on the rating label, match your power
supply.
7.1 Attaching the additional handle
Always work with the additional handle
attached (7)! Attach the additional handle on
the left or right of the machine and secure.
7.2 Attaching the safety guard
(for work involving grinding wheels)
For reasons of safety, the safety guard (8)
should always be attached when roughing work is performed.
For reasons of safety, the special parting
guard should always be attached before
parting work is performed (see chapter 12 Acces-
sories).
See illustration on page 3.
- Push and hold the lever (9). Place the safety
guard (8) in the position indicated.
- Release the lever and turn the safety guard until
the lever engages.