Bosch 1775E Operating Instructions - Page 3

BM 3609929818 3/03 3/10/03 8:42 AM Page 3 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 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 accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool. Service 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 as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts. Tuckpointer Safety Rules 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 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 -3-