Ryobi BD4601G User Manual - Page 4

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  ADJUST distance between wheel and work rest to maintain 1/16 in. or less separation as the diameter of the wheel decreases with use. The value of separation used in the marking is to be the separation recommended by the manufacturer but shall not be more than 1/8 in.  ALWAYS EASE THE WORKPIECE AGAINST THE ABRASIVE WHEEL when starting to grind. A harsh impact can break the wheel. Use light pressure when starting to grind; too much pressure on a cold wheel can cause the wheel to crack.  RISK OF INJURY DUE TO ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Do not use in an area where children may be present.  NEVER START THE GRINDER when the wheel is in contact with the workpiece.  SECURE WORK. Always hold workpiece firmly against the work rest.  DO NOT USE THE BENCH GRINDER if the flange nut or clamp nut is missing or if the spindle shaft is bent.  FREQUENTLY clean grinding dust from beneath grinder.  STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.  IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk.  ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WITH SIDE SHIELDS MARKED TO COMPLY WITH ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.  SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Some examples of these chemicals are: • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and, • arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. 4 ­- English