Metabo SE 17-200 RT Operating Instructions - Page 11
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Original operating instructions ENGLISH en 1. Declaration of Conformity can be attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe operation. We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that these burnishing machines, identified by type and serial number *1), meet all relevant requirements of directives *2) and standards *3). Technical documents for *4) - see page 3. 2. Specified Conditions of Use The burnishing machine is suited for • burnishing, deadening, structuring and brushing, • polishing and smoothing, • sanding and deburring the following materials: • metal, wood and plastics. It is for dry processing only. The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by inappropriate use. 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. f) Threaded mounting of accessories must match the sanding spindle thread. For accessories mounted by flanges, the arbour hole of the accessory must fit the locating diameter of the flange. Accessories that do not match the mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss of control. Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed. 3. General Safety Information Pay attention to all parts of the text that are marked with this symbol for your own protection and for the protection of your power tool! WARNING - Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury. g) Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for loose or cracked wires. If a power tool or accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or install an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing an accessory, position yourself and bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the power tool at maximum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart during this test time. WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all safety warnings and instructions may result in an electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep all safety instructions and information for future reference. Pass on your power tool only together with these documents. 4. Special Safety Instructions h) Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on application, use face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, 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 filtrating particles generated by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss. 4.1 General Safety Recommendations for grinding, sanding, wire brushing, polishing and cutting-off operations: 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 instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. b) Operations such as grinding or cutting-off are not recommended to be performed with this power tool. Operations for which the power tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause personal injury. c) Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer. Just because the accessory i) Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. Anyone entering the work area must wear personal protective equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond immediate area of operation. j) Hold the power tool by the insulated gripping surfaces only when performing an operation where the accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord (for SE 17-200 RT). Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and shock the operator. k) Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory. 11