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1. Declaration of Conformity
We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that
these bar grinders conform to the standards and
directives specified on page 3.
2. Specified Use
This compressed air tool is designed for...
- ... for fine grinding work with abrasive points
- ...for working with polishing bobs
- ...for working with felt polishing tools
- ...for working with lamellar grinding wheels
by professionals.
The tool must only ever be operated with a com-
pressed air supply. The maximum supply pressure
specified on the air tool must never be exceeded.
The air tool must not be operated using explosive,
inflammable or hazardous gases. It must not be
used as a lever, crushing tool or striking tool.
Any other use does not comply with the intended
purpose. Unspecified use, modification of the air
tool or use of parts that have not been tested and
approved by the manufacturer can cause unfore-
seeable damage.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention regula-
tions and the enclosed safety information must be
observed.
3. General safety instructions
For your own protection and for the
protection of your pneumatic tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
WARNING – Reading the operating instruc-
tions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety warn-
ings and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Pass on your pneumatic tool only together with
these documents.
- The user or the user's employer must evaluate the
specific risks associated with each application of
the tool.
- The Safety Instructions must be read and under-
stood before installing, operating, repairing or
maintaining the tool, and also before replace any
accessory parts or carrying out any work in the
vicinity of the pneumatic tool. Failure to read and
follow the instructions may lead to serious injury.
- Only qualified, trained operators are authorised to
install, adjust or use the pneumatic tool.
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- The pneumatic tool must not be modified. Any
modifications may reduce the efficiency of the
safety measures and increase risks for the oper-
ator.
- Never use pneumatic tools that have been
damaged. Look after your pneumatic tools care-
fully. Regularly check that all moving parts are
functioning correctly without jamming, ensure that
no parts are broken or damaged to an extent that
they affect the operation of the pneumatic tool.
Check that all signs and labels are legible and
intelligible. Have damaged parts repaired or
replaced before using the tool. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained pneumatic tools.
4. Special Safety Instructions
4.1
Risks associated with ejected parts
- If either the workpiece, accessory parts or the
pneumatic tool breaks, parts may be ejected at
high speed.
- While operating, maintaining or repairing the
pneumatic tool, or replacing accessory parts, you
must always wear impact-resistant safety
goggles. The degree of protection required for
each individual task must be evaluated separately
in each case.
- Ensure that the workpiece is secure.
- Regular checks must be carried out to verify that
the rotational speed of the pneumatic tool does
not exceed the speed specified on the pneumatic
tool. These speed checks must be conducted
when no accessory is fitted. Metabo's Service
Centre can perform these checks for you.
- Ensure that any sparks or fragments emitted
during operation do not pose a risk.
- Disconnect the pneumatic tool from the
compressed air supply before replacing the
accessory or accessory parts, and also before
carrying out maintenance, settings or cleaning.
- Also ensure that no other people are placed at
risk.
4.2
Risks associated with items catching/
getting entwined
- Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewellery. Keep hair, clothing and gloves at a
safe distance from the pneumatic tool and moving
parts. Loose clothing, jewellery or long hair could
catch in moving parts. There is a risk of injury in
this case.
4.3
Risks during operation
- Avoid any contact with the rotating shaft and the
accessory to prevent cuts to your hands and other
body parts.
- When using the pneumatic tool, the operator's
hands may be exposed to potential risk of cuts,
abrasions and heat damage. To protect your
hands, wear suitable gloves.
- The operator and maintenance staff must be
physically capable of handling the size, weight
and power output of the pneumatic tool.
