Metabo PE 15-20 RT Originalbetriebsanleitung Seite 12

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Original operating instructions
1. Declaration of Conformity
We hereby declare that these angle grinders,
identified by type and serial number *1), meet all
relevant requirements of directives *2) and
standards *3). Technical documents for *4) - see
page 3.
For UK only:
We as manufacturer and authorized person to
compile the technical file, see *4) on page 3,
hereby declare under sole responsibility that these
angle grinders, identified by type and serial number
*1) on page 3, fulfill all relevant provisions of
following UK Regulations S.I. 2016/1091, S.I. 2008/
1597, S.I. 2012/3032 and Designated Standards
see *3) on page 3.
2. Specified Conditions of Use
The angle polisher PE 15-20 RT is suitable for
polishing applications.
PE15-20 RT is particularly suited for the polishing
automotive paints.
The angle polisher PE 15-25 is suitable for sanding
wood, plastic, filled or painted surfaces and
polishing applications.
PE 15-25 is also intended for use with original
Metabo plastic disk brushes (see chapter
Accessories ).
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by inappropriate use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the enclosed safety information
must be observed.
3. General Safety Information
For your own protection and for the
protection of your power tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
WARNING – Read the operating
instructions to reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING – 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.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
Always include these documents when passing on
your power tool.
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4. Special Safety Instructions
4.1 Common safety instructions for sanding
or polishing:
a-1) PE 15-25: This power tool is to be used as
a sander 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.
a-2) PE 15-20: This power tool is to be used as
a 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 -1) PE 15-25: Operations such as grinding,
wire brushing, hole cutting 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.
b -2) PE 15-20 RT: Operations such as grinding,
sanding, wire brushing, hole cutting 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 convert this power tool to operate in a
way which is not specifically designed and
specified by the tool manufacturer. Such a
conversion may result in a loss of control and cause
serious personal injury.
d) Do not use accessories which are not
specifically designed and specified by the tool
manufacturer. Just because the accessory can be
attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe
operation.
e) 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.
f) 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.
g)The dimensions of the accessory mounting
must fit the dimensions of the mounting
hardware of the power tool. 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.
h) 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 power tool or
accessory is dropped, inspect for damage or
install an undamaged accessory. After