Sharpener Safety Warnings - Wen BG4108 Instruction Manual

WARNING! Do not operate the power tool until you have read and understood the following instructions and
the warning labels.
SHARPENER SAFETY
1. This sharpener is designed for sharpening and honing
cutting tools, using the appropriate accessories. Using
the machine for any other purpose for which it is not de-
signed may result in serious injuries, machine damage
and voiding of the warranty.
Grinding wheel safety:
2. Only use grinding wheels rated for a speed higher
than 120 RPM (maximum RPM of the tool).
3. Inspect wheels for cracks or fragments before start-
ing the machine. Replace damaged wheels immediately.
Never use a questionable grinding wheel, as the RPM of
the machine can send broken wheel fragments flying at
high speeds.
4. Do not use a wheel that vibrates. If a wheel vibrates,
it may be that the bearings of the shaft need replacing.
Make sure the grinding wheel is dressed properly and
evenly.
5. Check that the grinding stone can rotate smoothly be-
fore starting the machine.
6. The grinding wheel is for grinding. Never attempt to
cut anything with the grinding wheel.
7. The use of accessories or attachments not recom-
mended by the manufacturer may result in a risk of per-
sonal injury.
8. Make sure the water reservoir is filled with water to
the maximum fill line before operation. Check the water
level regularly and refill as necessary. Never attempt to
sharpen a blade when the grinding stone is dry.
DANGER: FIRE HAZARD! Do not grind or polish magne-
sium or magnesium alloys.
9. Preventing accidental starting. Make sure the power
switch is in the OFF position prior to plugging in the ma-
chine. Always make sure the power switch is in the OFF
position and the machine is unplugged when doing any
cleaning, adjustments, assembly, setup operations, or
when not in use.
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SHARPENER SAFETY WARNINGS

PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Operate in a well ventilated area. Keep the floor area
around the sharpener level and free of slippery sub-
stances or other tripping hazards.
2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles to protect your
eyes from sparks and chips. Use hearing protection to
protect yourself from hearing loss.
3. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry as they might
get drawn in by the tool. Tie back long hair.
4. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close
proximity to pacemakers could cause pacemaker inter-
ference or pacemaker failure.
5. Chips are harmful to your health. Use NIOSH-approved
dust masks or other respiratory protection during opera-
tion and cleaning.
6. Always turn off and unplug the Sharpener before mak-
ing any adjustments or repair tasks. Never adjust the
Sharpener or the workpiece while the tool is running.
PREPARING THE SHARPENER
1. When transporting the Sharpener, carry it by either the
handle or the base. Never carry the device by its guards
or its accessories.
2. Examine the Sharpener for any damaged or missing
parts. Replace or repair damaged parts before operation.
Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fasteners
are properly tightened.
3. Do not operate this tool until it is completely assem-
bled and installed according to the instructions. Make
sure all adjustments are correct and all connections are
tight. Keep all guards in place.