f) Accessory tools with a thread insert must
match the thread of the grinding spindle ex-
actly. For accessory tools that are mounted
using a flange, the diameter of the hole on
the attachment tool must correspond to the
width of the fitting on the flange. Accessory
tools that cannot be firmly fitted to the power
tool rotate unevenly, vibrate severely and can
lead to a loss of control.
g) Never use damaged accessory tools. Before
each use, check accessory tools such as
grinding discs for chips or cracks, grinding
plates for cracks, scuffs or excessive wear and
tear and wire brushes for loose or broken
wires. If the power tool or the accessory tool
in use is dropped, check to see whether it is
damaged or use an undamaged accessory
tool. When you have checked and inserted
the accessory tool, ensure that you and any
other people in the vicinity remain outside of
the level of the rotating accessory tool and
allow the tool to rotate at maximum speed for
one minute. Damaged accessory tools usually
break during the test period.
h) Wear personal protective equipment.
Depending on the application, ensure that
you use full face protection, eye protection
or goggles. As required, use a dust mask,
hearing protection, protective gloves or a
special apron that will protect you from
grinding and material particles. Protect your
eyes from flying debris that may be produced
during certain applications. Dust or filter masks
must be used to filter any dust produced by the
application. If you are exposed to loud noise
for any length of time, you can suffer hearing
loss.
i) Ensure that other people remain at a safe
distance from your work area. Anyone who
enters the work area must wear personal
protective equipment.
Fragments of the workpiece or broken acces-
sory tools can fly off and cause injury – even
outside the immediate work area.
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j) Hold the power tool only by the insulated
handles when you are carrying out work
in which the accessory tool may come into
contact with concealed power cables or the
tool's own power cord. Contact with a live ca-
ble can also make metal parts of the appliance
live, and could result in an electric shock.
k) Keep the power cord away from any rotating
accessories. If you lose control of the appli-
ance, the cord may be captured or cut and your
hand or arm could get caught in the rotating
accessory tool.
l) Never put the power tool down until the
accessory tool being used has come to a
complete standstill. The rotating accessory tool
could come into contact with the surface and
cause you to lose control of the power tool.
m) Do not leave the power tool running whilst
carrying it. Accidental contact between your
clothing and the rotating accessory tool could
lead to a physical injury.
n) Clean the ventilation slits of your power tool
regularly. The motor fan draws dust into the
housing and a strong accumulation of metal
dust can cause electrical hazards.
o) Never use the power tool in the vicinity of
inflammable materials. Sparks can ignite these
materials.
p) Do not use any accessory tools which require
liquid coolant. The use of water or other liquid
coolants may lead to electric shock.
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