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15. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant rubber-soled foot-
wear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scrap, and other debris.
16. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order. Follow instruc-
tions for lubricating and changing accessories.
17. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for alignment of moving parts, jamming, breakage, improper
mounting, or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced before use.
18. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Use padlocks and master switches and ALWAYS remove start-
er keys.
19. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication that may affect your
ability to properly use the tool.
20. USE SAFETY GOGGLES AT ALL TIMES that comply with ANSI Z87.1. Normal safety glasses only have
impact resistant lenses and are not designed for safety. Wear a face or dust mask when working in a dusty environ-
ment. Use ear protection such as plugs or muffs during extended periods of operation.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Do not operate this tool until it is completely assembled and installed according to the
instructions.
1. USE GRINDING WHEELS suitable for the speeds of the grinder.
2. STAND BESIDE the bench grinder during start-up, not directly in front.
3. DO NOT REMOVE THE WHEEL GUARD. Always use the guards, spark deflectors and eye shields.
4. DO NOT USE THE GRINDING WHEEL TO CUT ANYTHING.
5. DO NOT APPLY EXCESS STRESS TO THE GRINDING WHEEL.
6. USE A GRINDING WHEEL DRESSING TOOL to shape or remove glaze from grinding wheels.
7. KEEP THE DISTANCE between the wheel and tool rest at most a 1/8-inch (3.2 mm) space. Adjust accordingly
as the wheel grinds down to a smaller diameter.
8. CONNECT TO A SUPPLY CIRCUIT protected by a circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
9. SECURE THE BENCH GRINDER to its supporting surface to prevent the grinder from tipping over, sliding,
or walking on its supporting surface. Do not overtighten the wheel nut. Use only flanges furnished with this grinder.
10. ALWAYS INSPECT GRINDING WHEELS prior to use for cracks, missing pieces, etc. Replace wheel im-
mediately before use if imperfections are present.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE BENCH GRINDER
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