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Flap disc
Always fit the hand guard (19) when working with the
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flap disc.
Rubber Sanding Pad
Always fit the hand guard (19) when working with the
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rubber sanding pad (20).
See the graphics page for fitting instructions.
Slide the rubber sanding pad (20) onto the grinding spindle
(18).
Press the sanding sheet (21) firmly onto the underside of
the rubber sanding pad (20).
Screw on the round nut (22) and tighten with a two-pin
spanner.
Cup brush/disc brush
Always fit the hand guard (19) when working with the
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cup brush or disc brush.
See the graphics page for fitting instructions.
The cup brush/disc brush must be screwed onto the grinding
spindle until it rests firmly against the grinding spindle flange
at the end of the grinding spindle thread. Tighten the cup
brush/disc brush with an open-ended spanner.
Carbide Grinding Head
A grinding head may be used only with a suitable pro-
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tective guard.
Approved abrasive tools
You can use all the abrasive tools mentioned in these operat-
ing instructions.
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The permissible speed [min
] or the circumferential speed
[m/s] of the abrasive tools used must at least match the val-
ues given in the table.
It is therefore important to observe the permissible rota-
tional/circumferential speed on the label of the abrasive
tool.
max. [mm]
D
b
115
7
125
7
150
7
115
–
125
–
150
–
75
30
82
–
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[mm]
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d
[min
]
[m/s]
22.2
11,000
80
22.2
11,000
80
22.2
8500
80
–
11,000
80
–
11,000
80
–
8500
80
M 14
11,000
45
M 14
11,000
80
Rotating the Machine Head (GWS 18V-15 C)
Remove the battery from the power tool before carry-
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ing out work on the power tool (e.g. maintenance,
changing tool, etc.). The battery should also be re-
moved for transport and storage. There is risk of injury
from unintentionally pressing the on/off switch.
chine head carefully, without removing it from the hous-
ing, into the new position. Screw in and retighten the four
screws.
Dust/Chip Extraction
Dust from materials such as lead-containing coatings, some
wood types, minerals and metal can be harmful to one's
health. Touching or breathing-in the dust can cause allergic
reactions and/or lead to respiratory infections of the user or
bystanders.
Certain dust, such as oak or beech dust, is considered carci-
nogenic, especially in connection with wood-treatment ad-
ditives (chromate, wood preservative). Materials containing
asbestos may only be worked by specialists.
– Provide for good ventilation of the working place.
– It is recommended to wear a P2 filter-class respirator.
Observe the relevant regulations in your country for the ma-
terials to be worked.
Avoid dust accumulation at the workplace. Dust can
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easily ignite.
Operation
Start-up
Inserting the battery
Push the charged battery (7) into the base of the power tool
from the front until the battery is securely locked.
Switching on/off
To start the power tool, push the on/off switch (5) forward.
To lock the on/off switch (5) in position, push the on/off
switch (5) forward and down until it clicks into place.
To switch off the power tool, release the on/off switch (5);
or, if the switch is locked, briefly push the on/off switch (5)
backward and down and then release it.
Always check abrasive tools before using them. The
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abrasive tool must be fitted properly and be able to
move freely. Carry out a test run for at least one
minute with no load. Do not use abrasive tools that are
The machine head can be
rotated in 90° increments.
In this way, the on/off
switch can be brought into
a more favourable handling
position for particular ap-
plications, e.g. for left-
handed tool users.
Completely unscrew the
four screws. Rotate the ma-
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