The permissible rotational speed of the insertion tool must be at least as high
c)
as the maximum rotational speed indicated on the power tool.
Accessories that rotate at a speed that is faster than the permissible speed can break
and fly around.
The external diameter and thickness of the insertion tool must correspond to
d)
the stated measurements of your electrical tool.
Incorrectly dimensioned insertion tools cannot be shielded or controlled sufficiently.
Grinding disks, a flange, grinding pads or other accessories must fit perfectly
e)
upon the grinding spindle of your power tool.
Insertion tools, which do not fit exactly upon the grinding spindle of your power
tool rotate unevenly, vibrate very markedly and can lead to a loss of control.
Do not use any damaged insertion tools. Check every time prior to using
f)
insertion tools as well as grinding disks whether there is evidence of parts
chipping off and fissures, check the grinding pads for evidence of fissures,
wear and tear or marked abrasion, check the wire brushes for evidence of
loose or broken wires. If the power tool or the insertion tool falls on the floor
inspect whether it is damaged or use an undamaged insertion tool. Once you
have controlled and inserted the insertion tool, you and people in the vicinity
should stay in a position that is outside of the level of the rotating insertion
tool and allow the tool to operate for a minute at the maximum rotational
speed.
Damaged insertion tools generally break during the test period.
Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on the work being
g)
performed wear a safety mask covering your whole face, eye protection or
safety goggles. If appropriate wear a dust mask, ear protection, safety gloves
or special aprons, which keep small grinding and material particles away from
you.
Your eyes should be protected from foreign bodies that are flying around, which
are produced during various applications. Dust or breathing masks must filter the
dust that is generated during the application. You can suffer a hearing loss if you are
exposed to loud noise for a long period of time.
Ensure that other people keep a safe distance away from your working
h)
area. Everyone who enters the working area must wear personal protective
equipment.
Fragments of the workpiece or broken insertion tools can fly off and even cause
injuries outside of the direct working area.
Only hold the tool on the insulated handle if you are performing work in which
i)
the insertion tool can strike concealed power lines or its own mains cable.
Contact with live lines can also charge metallic tool parts and lead to an electric
shock.
Keep the mains cable away from rotating insertion tools.
j)
If you lose control of the tool the mains cable can be severed or caught up and your
hand or your arm can be caught in the rotating insertion tool.
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