Flex GE 6 R-EC Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 12

Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces on-
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ly, when performing an operation where the cutting ac-
cessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make expo-
sed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the
operator an electric shock.
Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If
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you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your
hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory.
Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has
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come to a complete stop. The spinning accessory may
grab the surface and pull the power tool out of your control.
Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side.
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Accidental contact with the spinning accessory could snag
your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.
Regularly clean the power tool's air vents. The motor's fan
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will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive accumula-
tion of powdered metal may cause electrical hazards.
Do not operate the power tool near flammable materi-
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als. Sparks could ignite these materials.
Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants.
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Using water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocu-
tion or shock.
Kickback and Related Warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating
wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory. Pinching or
snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating accessory which
in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the
direction opposite of the accessory's rotation at the point of the
binding. For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pin-
ched by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering
into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material cau-
sing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either
jump toward or away from the operator, depending on direction
of the wheel's movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive
wheels may also break under these conditions. Kickback is the
result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedu-
res or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precau-
tions as given below.
Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position
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your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback
forces. Always use auxiliary handle, if provided, for
maximum control over kickback or torque reaction du-
ring start-up. The operator can control torque reactions or
kickback forces, if proper precautions are taken.
Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.
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Accessory may kickback over your hand.
Do not position your body in the area where power tool
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will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel the tool
in direction opposite to the wheel's movement at the point
of snagging.
Use special care when working corners, sharp edges,
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etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory. Corners,
sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag the rota-
ting accessory and cause loss of control or kickback.
Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade, seg-
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mented diamond wheel with a peripheral gap greater
than 10 mm or toothed saw blade. Such blades create
frequent kickback and loss of control.
Safety Warnings Specific for Sanding
Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc paper.
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Follow manufac-turers recommendations, when selec-
ting sanding paper. Larger sanding paper extending
beyond the sanding pad presents a laceration hazard and
may cause snagging, tearing of the disc or kickback.
Additional safety instructions
Use only extension cables permitted for outdoor use.
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It is not recommended to sand lead paint. Lead paint should
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be removed by a specialist only.
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If plaster board or plaster is sanded, this may cause static
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electricity to build up on the tool. To ensure your safety, the
wall sander is earthed.
Remove dust with an earthed dust extractor only.
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Do not work on materials which release hazardous sub-
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stances (e.g. asbestos). Take precautions if hazardous, com-
bustible or explosive dust is likely to occur. Wear protective
dust mask.
Use dust extraction system.
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Damage to property!
The mains voltage and the voltage specifications on the rating
plate must correspond.
Noise and vibration
NOTE
Values for the A-weighted sound pressure level and for the
total vibration values can be found in the table on page 5.
The noise and vibration values have been determined in accor-
dance with EN 62841.
CAUTION!
The indicated measurements refer to new power tools. Daily
use causes the noise and vibration values to change.
NOTE
The vibration emission level given in this information sheet has
been measured in accordance with a standardised test given in
EN 62841 and may be used to compare one tool with another.
It may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure. The de-
clared vibration emission level represents the main applications of
the tool. However if the tool is used for different applications, with
different accessories or poorly maintained, the vibration emission
may differ. This may significantly increase the exposure level over
the total working period.
However if the tool is used for different applications, with different
accessories or poorly maintained, the vibration emission may dif-
fer. This may significantly decrease the exposure level over the to-
tal working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the
effects of vibration such as: maintain the tool and the accessories,
keep the hands warm, organisation of work patterns.
CAUTION!
Wear ear protection at a sound pressure above 85 dB(A).
Overview (Figure A)
1 Sanding head
with open brush ring for sanding edges
2 Gimbal bearings
3 Digital speed preselection
4 Locking button
5 Switch
6 Handle
7 Opening for extension
8 4.0 m power cord with plug
9 32 mm connection
10 Velcro plate
GE 6 R-EC