Prior To Operation - DeWalt DCG405FN-XJ Original Instructions Manual

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NOTICE: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool, properly
seat the wheel hub before turning the tool on.

Prior to Operation

• Install the guard and appropriate disc or wheel. Do not use
excessively worn discs or wheels.
• Be sure the backing and locking flange are mounted
correctly. Follow the instructions given in the
Accessory Chart.
• Make sure the disc or wheel rotates in the direction of the
arrows on the accessory and the tool.
• 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 installing an accessory, 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. Damaged accessories will normally break apart
during this test time.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use

WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.

WARNING:
• Ensure all materials to be ground or cut are secured
in place.
• Secure and support the workpiece. Use clamps or a
vice to hold and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. It is important to clamp and support the
workpiece securely to prevent movement of the
workpiece and loss of control. Movement of the
workpiece or loss of control may create a hazard and
cause personal injury.
• Always wear regular working gloves while operating
this tool.
• The gear becomes very hot during use.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool. Do not exert
side pressure on the disc.
• Always install the guard and appropriate disc or
wheel. Do not use excessively worn disc or wheel.
• Avoid overloading. Should the tool become hot, let it
run a few minutes under no load condition to cool the
accessory. Do not touch accessories before they have
cooled. The discs become very hot during use.
• Never work with the grinding cup without a suitable
protection guard in place.
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• Do not use the power tool with a cut-off stand.
• Never use blotters together with bonded
abrasive products.
• Be aware, the wheel continues to rotate after the tools
is switched off.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. G)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the side handle
with the other hand on the body of the tool, as shown in
Figure G.
Slider Switch (Fig. A)

CAUTION: Hold the side handle and body of the tool
firmly to maintain control of the tool at start up and
during use and until the wheel or accessory stops rotating.
Make sure the wheel has come to a complete stop be fore
laying the tool down.
nOTE: To reduce unexpected tool movement, do not switch
the tool on or off while under load conditions. Allow the grinder
to run up to full speed before touching the work surface. Lift the
tool from the surface before turning the tool off. Allow the tool
to stop rotating before putting it down.

WARNING: Before inserting the battery pack into the tool,
be sure the slider switch is in the off position by pressing
the rear part of the switch and releasing. Ensure the slider
switch is in the off position as described above after any
interruption in power. If the slider switch is locked on when
the power is connected, the tool will start unexpectedly.
To start the tool, slide the ON/OFF slider switch
the front of the tool. To stop the tool, release the ON/OFF
slider switch.
For continuous operation, slide the switch toward the front of
the tool and press the forward part of the switch inward. To stop
the tool while operating in continuous mode, press the rear part
of the slider switch and release.
Spindle Lock Button (Fig. A)
The spindle lock button 3 is provided to prevent the spindle
from rotating when installing or removing wheels. Operate the
spindle lock only when the tool is turned off, unplugged from
the power supply, and has come to a complete stop.
NOTICE: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool, do
not engage the spindle lock while the tool is operating.
Damage to the tool will result and attached accessory
may spin off possibly resulting in injury.
To engage the lock, depress the spindle lock button
and rotate the spindle until you are unable to rotate the
spindle further.
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