ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
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This tool is not suitable for wet grinding/cutting
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Only use this tool for dry polishing
Only use the flanges which are supplied with this tool
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This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
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Always disconnect plug from power source before
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
ACCESSORIES
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SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when the correct accessories are used which can be
obtained from your SKIL dealer
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Use only grinding/cutting discs with a maximum
thickness of 8 mm and a spindle hole diameter of
22 mm
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For mounting/using non-SKIL accessories observe the
instructions of the manufacturer concerned
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Never use reducors or adaptors to fit large-hole grinding/
cutting discs
Never use accessories with a "blind" threaded hole
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smaller than M14 x 21 mm
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Handle and store grinding/cutting discs carefully to avoid
chipping and cracking
OUTDOOR USE
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Connect the tool via a fault current (FI) circuit breaker
with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum
BEFORE USE
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Before using the tool for the first time, it is recommended
to receive practical information
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Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool
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Always mount auxiliary handle E 2 and protective guard
F 2 ; never use the tool without them
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Use suitable detectors to find hidden utility lines
or call the local utility company for assistance
(contact with electric lines can lead to fire or electrical
shock; damaging a gas line can result in an explosion;
penetrating a water pipe will cause property damage or
an electrical shock)
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Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos
is considered carcinogenic)
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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); wear a dust mask and work with a dust
extraction device when connectable
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Certain kinds of dust are classified as carcinogenic
(such as oak and beech dust) especially in conjunction
with additives for wood conditioning; wear a dust
mask and work with a dust extraction device when
connectable
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Follow the dust-related national requirements for the
materials you want to work with
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Be careful when cutting grooves, especially in supporting
walls (slots in supporting walls are subject to country-
specific regulations; these regulations are to be observed
under all circumstances)
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Secure the workpiece (a workpiece clamped with
clamping devices or in a vice is held more securely than
by hand)
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Do not clamp the tool in a vice
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Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
DURING USE
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If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do
not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug
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Never use the tool when cord is damaged; have it
replaced by a qualified person
In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction,
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immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the plug
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In case of current interruption or when the plug is
accidentally pulled out, release switch G 2 in order
to prevent uncontrolled restarting
AFTER USE
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After switching off the tool, never stop the rotation of the
accessory by a lateral force applied against it
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL
3 Read the instruction manual before use
4 Wear protective glasses and hearing protection
5 Double insulation (no earth wire required)
6 Do not dispose of the tool together with household waste
material
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
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Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
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If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this
tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
USE
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Mounting of accessories 2
! disconnect the plug
- clean spindle A and all parts to be mounted
- tighten clamping flange B with spanner C while pushing
spindle-lock button D
! push spindle-lock button D only when spindle A is
at a standstill
- for removing accessories handle vice-versa
! grinding/cutting discs become very hot during
use; do not touch them until they have cooled
down
! always mount backing pad when using sanding
accessories
! never use a grinding/cutting disc without the label
("blotter") which is glued onto it (if provided)
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Mounting of auxiliary handle E 7
! disconnect the plug
- screw auxiliary handle E on the right, the top, or the left
of the tool (depending on the work to be carried out)
Adjusting of protective guard F 8
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! disconnect the plug
! ensure that the closed side of the protective guard
always points to the operator
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Removing of protective guard F 9
! disconnect the plug
- for mounting protective guard, handle in reverse order
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Three handle positions q
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Before using the tool
- ensure that accessory is correctly mounted and firmly
tightened
- check if accessory runs freely by turning it by hand
- test-run tool for at least 60 seconds at highest no-load
speed in a safe position
- stop immediately in case of considerable vibration or
other defects and check tool to determine the cause
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