Makita CE002G Instruction Manual page 6

15. Do not operate the power tool near flammable
materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
16. Do not use accessories that require liquid
coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants
may result in electrocution or shock.
Kickback and related warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged
rotating wheel. Pinching or snagging causes rapid
stalling of the rotating wheel which in turn causes the
uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the direction
opposite of the wheel's rotation at the point of the
binding.
For example, if a wheel is snagged or pinched by the
workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into
the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material
causing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel
may either jump toward or away from the operator,
depending on direction of the wheel's movement at the
point of pinching. 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.
1. 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 kick-
back forces, if proper precautions are taken.
2. Never place your hand near the rotating acces-
sory. Accessory may kickback over your hand.
3. Do not position your body in line with the
rotating wheel. Kickback will propel the tool in
direction opposite to the wheel's movement at the
point of snagging.
4. 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.
Do not attach a saw chain, woodcarving blade,
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segmented diamond wheel with a peripheral
gap greater than 10 mm (3/8") or toothed saw
blade. Such blades create frequent kickback and
loss of control.
6. Do not "jam" the wheel or apply excessive
pressure. Do not attempt to make an excessive
depth of cut. Overstressing the wheel increases
the loading and susceptibility to twisting or binding
of the wheel in the cut and the possibility of kick-
back or wheel breakage.
7. When wheel is binding or when interrupting
a cut for any reason, switch off the power
tool and hold the power tool motionless until
the wheel comes to a complete stop. Never
attempt to remove the wheel from the cut while
the wheel is in motion otherwise kickback may
occur. Investigate and take corrective action to
eliminate the cause of wheel binding.
8. Do not restart the cutting operation in the
workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed and
carefully re-enter the cut. The wheel may bind,
walk up or kickback if the power tool is restarted in
the workpiece.
9. Support panels or any oversized workpiece to
minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kick-
back. Large workpieces tend to sag under their
own weight. Supports must be placed under the
workpiece near the line of cut and near the edge
of the workpiece on both sides of the wheel.
10. Use extra caution when making a "pocket cut"
into existing walls or other blind areas. The
protruding wheel may cut gas or water pipes, elec-
trical wiring or objects that can cause kickback.
Additional Safety Warnings:
1. Do not use abrasive cut-off wheel. Otherwise
fire and/or excessive heating may cause burn
injury.
2. Do not cut metal object. Otherwise fire and/or
excessive heating may cause burn injury.
Before using a segmented diamond wheel,
3.
make sure that the diamond wheel has the
peripheral gap between segments of 10 mm
(3/8") or less, only with a negative rake angle.
Never attempt to cut with the tool held upside
4.
down in a vise. This can lead to serious acci-
dents, because it is extremely dangerous.
Some material contains chemicals which may
5.
be toxic. Take caution to prevent dust inhala-
tion and skin contact. Follow material supplier
safety data.
6. Store wheels as per manufacturer recommen-
dations. Improper storage may damage the
wheels.
Always use the wheel suitable for your work
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and the material to be cut.
Examine the material to be cut before cutting.
8.
If the material contains explosive or flammable
substances, it may cause an explosion or fire.
9. Do not switch on the tool if a foreign object
is jammed between the wheel cover and the
wheel. In this case, uninstall the battery cartridge
and remove the foreign object.
10. Use clamps or similar to support the work-
piece whenever possible.
11. Always wear hearing protection during operation.
12. Do not cut wood materials with this tool.
13. The outside diameter and the thickness of the
wheel must be within the capacity rating of
your power tool. Incorrectly sized wheels cannot
be adequately guarded or controlled.
14. When operating the power tool, maintain a firm
grip with both hands on the power tool and
position your body and arm to allow you to
resist kickback forces.
15. Keep your hands or face away from the rotat-
ing wheel.
16. Adjust the wheel cover to a position suitable
for your work.
17. Do not wet the tool with water, rain, mud, and puddle.
18. Do not leave the tool unattended outdoors.
19. When storing the tool, avoid direct sunlight
and rain, and store it in a place where it does
not get hot or humid.
20. Clean the filter of vacuum cleaner regularly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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