Bosch 1775E - 5" 8.5 Amp Tuckpoint Grinder Operating/Safety Instructions Manual page 3

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Tool Use and Care
Use clamps or other practical way to
secure and support the workpiece to a
stable platform. Holding the work by hand
or against your body is unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application. The correct tool will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which
it is designed.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
"ON" or "OFF". Any tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally. Store
idle tools out of reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting
tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control. Any
alteration or modification is a misuse and
may result in a dangerous condition.
Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
This machine is intended primarily for
tuckpointing applications and some small
abrasive masonry cut off applications. It
is not intended for metal or wood cutting.
Always use wheel guard system and
auxiliary handle with this tool. The guard
must always be securely attached to the
tool and positioned for maximum safety,
so the least amount of wheel is exposed
on the operators' side of the tool. A guard
protects operator from broken wheel
fragments and swarf from grinding. The
auxiliary handle provides additional stability
and control in tuckpointing and cut off
applications.
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces
when performing an operation where the
abrasive wheels may contact hidden
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other condition that may affect the tools
operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools. Develop
a periodic maintenance schedule for your
tool.
Use only
recommended by the manufacturer for
your model. Accessories that may be
suitable for one tool,
when used on another tool.
Tool service must be performed only by
qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury. For
example: internal wires may be misplaced or
pinched, safety guard return springs may be
improperly mounted.
When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance Instructions may create a risk
of electric shock or injury. Certain cleaning
agents such
tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage
plastic parts.
Tuckpointer Safety Rules
wiring or its own cord. Contact with a
"live" wire will make exposed metal parts of
the tool "live" and shock the operator.
Always use auxiliary handle for maximum
control over torque reaction or kick-back.
Operation of the tuckpointer without the side
handle could cause loss of control of the
tuckpointer, resulting in possible serious
personal injury.
Wear proper apparel while using an
abrasive tool. Use thick cushioned
gloves and wear ear protectors when
using the tool and limit exposure time by
taking frequent rest periods. Face shield
or at least safety goggles, dust mask,
leather gloves and shop apron capable of
stopping small wheel or workpiece
fragments. Prolonged exposure to high
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accessories that are
may become hazardous
Service
as gasoline, carbon