Metabo BS 175 Original Instructions Manual page 10

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Original instructions
1. Declaration of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility: These
bench grinders, identified by type and serial number
*1), comply with all relevant requirements of the
directives *2) and standards *3). Technical file at *4)
- see page 4.
2. Specified Use
The grinders are suitable for dry, peripheral grinding
of metals - only in dry rooms and for occasional
grinding. The workpiece is guided by hand.
The belt sander (BS 175) is also suitable for dry
sanding of metal and derived wood products.
The dry/wet grinder (TNS 175) can also be used for
sharpening knives, chisels, shears and other cutting
tools, in addition to processing small metal
workpieces on the wet grindstone.
The grinders are not suitable for grinding
aluminium, magnesium or other materials
associated with a risk of fire or explosion.
Not suitable for polishing.
Not suitable for grinding materials that could
produce dust harmful to health.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage
caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention
regulations and the enclosed safety information
must be observed.
3. General Safety Instructions
WARNING – Reading the operating
instructions will reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow all safety
warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety instructions and information for
future reference.
Before using the power tool, carefully read through
and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety
information and the Operating Instructions. Keep all
enclosed documentation for future reference, and
pass on your power tool only together with this
documentation.
4. Special Safety Instructions
For your own protection and for the
protection of your power tool, pay
attention to all parts of the text that are
marked with this symbol!
The grinding wheel must match the machine.
Observe the maximum grinding wheel diameter and
thickness. The hole diameter must match the back
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flange without play. Do not use adapters or
reducers.
Do not drill grinding wheels.
Do not trim grinding wheels.
The grinding wheels must be fitted perfectly and
turn freely.
Damaged, eccentric or vibrating grinding wheels
must not be used.
When clamping the grinding wheels, only the
flanges included in the delivery must be used. The
intermediate layers between flange and grinding
tool must be made of elastic materials, e.g. soft
cardboard etc.
Protect grinding wheels against shocks, bumps and
grease.
Grinding discs must be stored and handled with
care in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
Do not touch the rotating grinding wheel!
Only work when the safety cover (1) and sanding
belt cover (16) are fitted.
Swivel the eye preservers (9) downwards before
grinding.
Use the perimeter (not the sides) of the grinding
wheels for grinding.
Do not reduce the speed of the grinding wheel by
pressing on the sides.
The workpiece to be processed must be large
enough, or small enough, to be held safely with both
hands.
Only work when the grinding wheels are fitted to
minimise the risk of coming into contact with the
rotating spindle.
High temperatures can result after long-term
operation.
Always wear eye goggles, hearing protection
and protective gloves. Use other available
personal protective equipment, e.g. suitable
protective work clothing. Ensure that sparks
produced during work do not constitute a risk to the
user or other personnel and are not able to ignite
inflammable substances. Endangered areas must
be protected with flame-resistant covers. Make sure
that fire-risk areas are always provided with suitable
fire extinguishers.
The workpiece can become hot during grinding.
Do not allow water within the vicinity of electric
machine parts or close to people in the working
area.
If a grinding material blockage occurs, switch off the
grinder immediately, allow the motor to stop and
unplug the grinder. Identify the cause and remove
the blockage.
Clean, check and perform maintenance work on the
machine and guard devices regularly. Regularly