Additional Safety Warnings - Ryobi EAG75100 Original Instructions Manual

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causing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may

either jump toward or away from the operator, depending

on the 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.

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Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position

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

during start-up. The operator can control torque

reactions or kickback forces, if proper precautions are

taken.

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Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.

Accessory may kickback over your hand.

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Do not position your body in the area where power

tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel

the tool in direction opposite to the wheel's movement

at the point of snagging.

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Use special care when working corners, sharp

edges, etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the

accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a

tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss

of control or kickback.

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Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or

toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent

kickback and loss of control.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRINDING

OPERATIONS

Safety warnings speciﬁ c for grinding operations:

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Use only wheel types that are recommended for

your power tool and the specific guard designed

for the selected wheel. Wheels for which the power

tool was not designed cannot be adequately guarded

and are unsafe.

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The grinding surface of centre depressed wheels

must be mounted below the plane of the guard lip.

An improperly mounted wheel that projects through the

plane of the guard lip cannot be adequately protected.

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The guard must be securely attached to the power

tool and positioned for maximum safety, so the

least amount of wheel is exposed towards the

operator. The guard helps to protect the operator from

broken wheel fragments, accidental contact with wheel

and sparks that could ignite clothing.

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Wheels must be used only for recommended

applications. For example: Do not grind with the

side of cut-off wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels are

intended for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to

these wheels may cause them to shatter.

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Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of

correct size and shape for your selected wheel.

Proper wheel flanges support the wheel, thus reducing

the possibility of wheel breakage. Flanges for cut-off

wheels may be different from grinding wheel flanges.

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Do not use worn down wheels from larger power

tools. Wheel intended for larger power tool is not

suitable for the higher speed of a smaller tool and may

burst.

ANGLE GRINDER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Check that the speed marked on the grinding wheel is

equal to or greater than the rated speed of the product.

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Ensure that the dimensions of the grinding wheel are

compatible with the product and that the wheel fits the

spindle.

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Grinding wheels must be stored in a dry place.

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Do not store objects on top of the grinding wheels.

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Grinding wheels must not be used for any operation

other than grinding.

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Grinding wheels must be stored and handled with care

in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction.

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Inspect the grinding wheel before use to ensure that it is

not chipped or cracked. Chips or cracks can cause the

wheels to shatter, resulting in possible serious injury.

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Ensure that the wheel is fitted in accordance with this

manual.

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Ensure that the grinding wheel is correctly mounted

and tightened before use and run the product at no-

load speed for 30 seconds in a safe position. Stop

immediately if there is considerable vibration or if other

defects are detected. If this condition occurs, check the

product to determine the cause.

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Do not use separate reducing bushings or adapters to

adapt large hole grinding wheels.

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Check that the workpiece is properly supported.

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Use only grinding wheels approved by RYOBI.

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Ensure that sparks resulting from use do not create

a hazard, e.g., do not hit people, or ignite flammable

substances.

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Always use protective safety glasses and ear protectors.

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Use other personal protective equipment, such as

gloves, apron, and helmet, when necessary.

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Never place the product on the floor or other surfaces

while it is running. Grinding wheels continue to rotate

after the product is switched off. Never touch the wheel

or place it on the floor or other surfaces while it is

rotating.

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Use the product only for approved applications. Never

use coolants or water or use the tool as a fixed tool.

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Grip the product securely with both hands while

operating.