Angle Grinder Safety Warnings; Safety Warnings Common For Grinding Or Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations - Ryobi RAG950-125 Original Instructions Manual

taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

ANGLE GRINDER SAFETY WARNINGS

SAFETY WARNINGS COMMON FOR GRINDING OR
ABRASIVE CUTTING-OFF OPERATIONS:
a) This power tool is intended to function as a
grinder or cut-off tool. Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specifications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric
b) Operations such as sanding, wire brushing
or polishing are not recommended to be
performed with this power tool. Operations for
which the power tool was not designed may create
c) Do not use accessories which are not
specifically designed and recommended by the
tool manufacturer. Just because the accessory
can be attached to your power tool does not assure
safe operation.
d) The rated speed of the accessory must be at
least equal to the maximum speed marked on
the power tool. Accessories running faster than
e) 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.
f) Threaded mounting of accessories must match
the grinder spindle thread. For accessories
mounted by flanges, the arbour hole of the
accessory must fit the locating diameter of
the flange. Accessories that to do not match the
mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of
of control.
g) 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
inspecting and
position yourself and bystanders away from
the plane of the rotating accessory and run the
power tool at maximum no-load speed for one
minute.
apart during this test time.
h) Wear personal
Depending on
shield, safety goggles or safety glasses.
As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing
protectors, gloves
capable of stopping
workpiece fragments. The eye protection must
be capable of stopping flying debris generated by
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installing an accessory,
protective equipment.
application, use face
and workshop apron
small abrasive or
must be capable of filtrating particles generated
intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
i) Keep bystanders a safe distance away from
work area. Anyone entering the work area must
wear personal protective equipment. Fragments
operation.
Hold the power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces only, when performing an operation
where the cutting accessory may contact
hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting accessory
parts of the power tool "live" and could give the
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.
l) 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.
m) 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.
n) Regularly clean the power tool's air vents. The
motor's fan will draw the dust inside the housing
may cause electrical hazards.
o) Do not operate the power tool near flammable
materials.
p) Do not use accessories that require liquid
coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may
FURTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATIONS
Kickback and related warnings
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 at the point of the binding.
into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material
on the direction of the wheel's movement at the point of
conditions.
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
a) 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
b) Never place your hand near the rotating
accessory.
FOR ALL