Metabo W 14-150 Ergo Operating Instructions - Page 13

ENGLISH ENG Original instructions Dear Customer, Thank you for the trust you have placed in us by buying a Metabo power tool. Each Metabo power tool is carefully tested and subject to strict quality controls by Metabo's quality assurance. Nevertheless, the service life of a power tool depends to a great extent on you. Please observe the information contained in these instructions and the enclosed documentation. The more carefully you treat your Metabo power tool, the longer it will provide dependable service. Contents ings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. 1 Conformity Declaration 2 Specified Use 3 General Safety Instructions 4 Special Safety Instructions 5 Overview 6 Commissioning 7 Attaching the Grinding Wheel 8 Use 9 Cleaning 10 Troubleshooting 11 Accessories 12 Repairs 13 Environmental Protection 14 Technical Specifications 1 Conformity Declaration We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that this product conforms to the standards and directives specified on page 2. 2 Specified Use Keep all safety instructions and information for future reference. Before using the power tool, carefully read through and familiarise yourself with all the enclosed safety information and the Operating Instructions. Keep all enclosed documentation for future reference, and pass on your power tool only together with this documentation. 4 Special Safety Instructions 4.1 Safety Warnings Common for Grinding, Sanding, Wire Brushing or Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations: a) This power tool is intended to function as a grinder, sander, wire brush or cut-off tool. Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. b) Operations such as polishing are not recommended to be performed with this power tool. Operations for which the power tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause personal injury. Machines fitted with original Metabo accessories are suitable for grinding, sanding, separating and wire brushing metal, concrete, stone and similar materials without the use of water. c) Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer. Just because the accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe operation. The user bears sole responsibility for any damage caused by improper use. Generally accepted accident prevention regulations and the enclosed safety information must be observed. 3 General Safety Instructions d) The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart. e) The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the capacity rating of your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or controlled. WARNING - Reading the operating instructions will reduce the risk of injury. WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow all safety warn- f) The arbour size of wheels, flanges, backing pads or any other accessory must properly fit the spindle of the power tool. Accessories with arbour holes that do not match the mounting hard- 13