An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration should also take into account the times when the tool is switched off or when it is running but not actually doing D28495-XE D28498-XE the job. This may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS 3) PERSONAL SAFETY a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failure to follow operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
Extension Cords d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the CAUTION: Use only extension cords that are approved by the country’s Electrical power tool.
stopping flying debris generated by various operations. The dust mask or Wheel dimensions Average Pre-cut respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by your operation. Wheel Burst Speed Length Range (diameter x thickness x bore diameter) Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss. Type h) Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area.
Additional Safety Warnings Specific for Abrasive Cutting-Off b) Never place your hand near the rotating accessory. Accessory may kickback over your hand. Operations c) Do not position your body in the area where power tool will move if kickback a) Do not “jam” the cut-off wheel or apply excessive pressure. Do not attempt to occurs.
b) If the use of a guard is recommended for wire brushing, do not allow any exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals. interference of the wire wheel or brush with the guard.
FIG. 2 INTENDED USE The D28495-XE and the D28498-XE heavy-duty angle grinders have been designed for professional grinding and cutting applications. DO NOT use grinding wheels other than center depressed wheels and flap-disk.
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When using the D28495-XE or the D28498-XE grinder for cutting metal or masonry, a FIG. 4 FIG. 5 Type 1 guard MUST be used. Type 1 guards are available at extra cost from D WALT distributors. NOTE: Please refer to pages 9–10 FIG.
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180 mm and 230 mm Grinding Wheels 180 mm and 230 mm Cutting Wheels Type 27 guard Type 1 guard Type 1 guard Type 27 guard Quick-change Quick-change Quick-change backing flange backing flange backing flange Type 27 hubbed wheel Type 1 abrasive Diamond cutting wheel cutting wheel Type 27 depressed center...
Prior to Operation 115 mm and 125 mm Sanding Flap Discs • Install the guard and appropriate disc or wheel. Do not use excessively worn discs or wheels. • Be sure the inner and outer flange are mounted correctly. • Make sure the disc or wheel rotates in the direction of the arrows on the accessory and the tool.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. 7) Using Flap Discs WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand WARNING: Metal dust build-up. Extensive use of flap discs in metal applications position as shown. can result in the increased potential for electric shock. To reduce this risk, insert an RCD before use and clean the ventilation slots daily by blowing dry compressed air WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in into the ventilation slots inaccordance with the below maintenance instructions.
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Accessories WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by D WALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only D WALT recommended accessories should be used with this product.