Metabo SE 12-115 Operating Instructions - Page 10

en ENGLISH Original instructions 1. Declaration of Conformity We declare under our sole responsibility: These burnishing machines, identified by type and serial number *1), comply with all relevant requirements of the directives *2) and standards *3). Technical file at *4) - see page 3. d) The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart. e) The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the capacity rating of your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or controlled. 2. Specified Use f) The arbour size of wheels, flanges, backing pads or any other accessory must properly fit The burnishing machine is suitable • for burnishing, matting, texturing and brushing, • for polishing and smoothing, • for sanding and deburring the following materials: the spindle of the power tool. Accessories with arbour holes that do not match the mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss of control. • metal, wood, plastics and similar g) Do not use a damaged accessory. Before The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by improper use. each use, inspect accessories such as abrasive wheels for chips and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for Generally accepted accident prevention regula- loose or cracked wires. If a power tool or tions and the enclosed safety information must be accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or observed. install an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing an accessory, posi- 3. General safety instructions tion yourself and bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the For your own protection and for the protection of your power tool, pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked power tool at maximum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart during this test time. with this symbol! h) Wear personal protective equipment. WARNING - Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury. Depending on application, use a face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all safety warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations. The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtering Keep all safety instructions and information for particles generated by your operation. Prolonged future reference. exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing Pass on your electrical tool only together with these loss. documents. i) Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. Anyone entering the work area must 4. Special Safety Instructions wear personal protective equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away 4.1 Safety Warnings Common for Grinding, Sanding, Wire Brushing, Polishing or and cause injury beyond immediate area of operation. Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations: j) Hold power tool by insulated gripping a) This power tool is intended to function as a sander, wire brush or polisher. Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all the instructions may result in electric surfaces only, when performing an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and shock the operator. shock, fire and/or serious injury. k) Position the cord clear of the spinning acces- b) Operations such as grinding or cutting-off are not recommended to be performed with this power tool. Operations for which the power sory. If you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory. tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause personal injury. I) Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to a complete stop. The c) Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool spinning accessory may grip the surface and pull the power tool out of your control. manufacturer. Just because the accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe 10 operation. m) Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side. Accidental contact with the spinning