Initial Operation; Attaching The Grinding Wheel - Metabo DW 125 Notice D'utilisation Originale

in the mounted tool is long enough to accommodate
the full length of the spindle. The thread in the
mounted tool must match the thread on the spindle.
See page 3 and section 13. Technical Specifica-
tions for more information on the spindle length and
thread.
Use of a fixed extractor system is recommended.
Dust from material such as paint containing lead,
some wood species, minerals and metal may be
harmful. Contact with or inhalation of the dust may
cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory diseases
to the operator or bystanders.
Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic,
such as oak and beech dust, especially in
conjunction with additives for wood conditioning
(chromate, wood preservative). Material containing
asbestos must only be treated by specialists.
- Use a dust extraction device where possible.
- The workplace must be well ventilated.
- The use of a dust mask of filter class P2 is recom-
mended.
Follow national requirements for the materials you
want to work with.
Materials emitting dusts or vapours that may be
harmful to health (e.g. asbestos) must not be
processed.
Damaged, eccentric or vibrating tools must not be
used.
Avoid damage to gas or water pipes, electrical
cables and loadbearing walls (static).
A damaged or cracked auxiliary handle must be
replaced. Never operate a machine with a defective
auxiliary handle.
A damaged or cracked safety guard must be
replaced. Never operate a machine with a defective
safety guard.
Information in these operating instructions is cate-
gorised as shown below:
Danger! Risk of personal injury or environ-
mental damage.
Caution. Risk of material damage
4.17 Symbols on the air tool
Read the operating instructions before
starting to use the machine.
Wear safety goggles.
Wear ear protectors.
Direction of rotation
5. Overview
See page 2.
1 Plug-in nipple 1/4"
2 Compressed air connection with filter
3 Switch (on/off)
4 Switch-on lock
5 Auxiliary handle
6 Safety guard
7 Spindle locking button *
8 Lever for adjusting the safety guard
9 Spindle
10 Support flange
11 Open-end spanner *
12 Clamping nut (tool-free) *
13 Clip to tighten/release the (tool-free) clamping
nut manually *
14 Clamping nut *
15 2-hole spanner *
* depending on features

6. Initial Operation

6.1 Before using the tool for the first time
Insert plug-in nipple (1).
6.2 Attaching the auxiliary handle
Always work with the auxiliary handle attached
(5)! Attach the additional handle on the left or
right of the machine and secure.
6.3 Install safety guard
For safety reasons, always use the safety
guard!
See illustration on page 2.
DW 10-125 Quick:
- Push the lever (8) and twist the safety guard until
the closed section is facing the operator.
- Make sure that the guard is seated securely: the
lever (8) must engage and you should not be able
to turn the safety guard (6).
DW 125:
- The safety guard (6) is fastened to the device with
3 screws.
- To turn the guard, first extract these screws. Turn
the safety guard (6) until the closed section is
facing the operator. Using the 3 screws, screw the
guard tightly back in place.
- Make sure the guard is seated and attached
securely.

7. Attaching the grinding wheel

Disconnect the air tool from the compressed
air supply before replacing the mounted tool or
accessory parts, and also before carrying out
repairs or settings. The spindle must be stationary.
ENGLISH en
Use only mounted tools that
are covered by at least 3.4
mm by the safety guard.
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