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Original Instructions
contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.
■ Always hold the tool firmly in your
hand(s) during the start-up. The
reaction torque of the motor, as it
accelerates to full speed, can cause
the tool to twist.
■ Use clamps to support workpiece
whenever practical. Never hold a
small workpiece in one hand and
the tool in the other hand while in
use. Clamping a small workpiece
allows you to use your hand(s) to
control the tool. Round material such
as dowel rods, pipes or tubing have a
tendency to roll while being cut, and
may cause the bit to bind or jump
toward you.
■ 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.
■ Never lay the power tool down
until the accessory has come
to a complete stop. The spinning
accessory may grab the surface and
pull the power tool out of your control.
■ After changing the bits or making
any adjustments, make sure the
collet nut, chuck or any other
adjustment devices are securely
tightened. Loose adjustment devices
can unexpectedly shift, causing loss of
control, loose rotating components will
be violently thrown.
■ Do not run the power tool while
carrying it at your side. 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 will draw the
dust inside the housing and excessive
accumulation of powdered metal may
cause electrical hazards.
■ Do not operate the power tool near
flammable materials. Sparks could
ignite these materials.
■ Do not use accessories that require
liquid coolants. Using water or
other liquid coolants may result in
electrocution or shock.
KICKBACK AND RELATED
WARNINGS
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a
pinched or snagged rotating wheel,
sanding band, 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.
For example, if an abrasive wheel is
snagged or pinched by the workpiece,
the edge of the wheel that is entering into
the pinch point can dig into the surface of
the material causing 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
procedures or conditions and can be
avoided by taking proper precautions as
given below.
■ Maintain a firm grip on the power
tool and position your body and
arm to allow you to resist kickback
forces. The operator can control
kickback forces, if proper precautions
are taken.
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