Dewalt DW840 Instruction Manual - Page 4
Additional Specific Safety Instructions, for Grinders - 7 specifications
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PERSONAL SAFETY • Disconnect the plug from the power source before making • Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting English tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medica- the tool accidentally. tion. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may • Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained result in serious personal injury. persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. • Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves clean. Properly maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges are away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair less likely to bind and are easier to control. can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should also be avoided. • Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the • Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plug- tools operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before ging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools. in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. • Use only accessories that are recommended by the manu- • Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool facturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury. • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. • Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. TOOL USE AND CARE 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. • 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. • 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. Additional Specific Safety Instructions for Grinders • Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. • Always use proper guard with grinding wheel. A guard pro- The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for tects operator from broken wheel fragments and wheel contact. which it is designed. • Accessories must be rated for at least the speed recom- • Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool mended on the tool warning label. Wheels and other that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must accessories running over rated speed can fly apart and cause be repaired. 2