DeWalt DWE4277 User manual

DWE4277
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The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
powertool.
1) Work area safety
a ) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas inviteaccidents.
b ) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust orfumes.
c ) Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to losecontrol.
2) Electrical safety
a ) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of
electricshock.
b ) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed orgrounded.
c ) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electricshock.
d ) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electricshock.
e ) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electricshock.
f ) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electricshock.
3) Personal safety
a ) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personalinjury.
b ) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personalinjuries.
c ) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off position before connecting to power
Congratulations!
You have chosen a
DeWALT
tool. Years of experience, thorough
product development and innovation make
DeWALT
one of the
most reliable partners for professional power toolusers.
Technical Data
DWE4277
Voltage VAC 220/240
127
Type 1
Power input W1500
No-load/rated speed min-1 10500
Wheel diameter mm 125
Wheel thickness (max) mm 6.0
Spindle diameter M14
Spindle length mm 18.5
Weight kg 2.5
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to
thesesymbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
seriousinjury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
seriousinjury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderateinjury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
propertydamage.
Denotes risk of electricshock.
Denotes risk offire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instruction manual.
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
seriousinjury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
English (original instructions)
SMALL ANGLE GRINDERS
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source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have the switch on
invitesaccidents.
d ) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached
to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personalinjury.
e ) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power tool
in unexpectedsituations.
f ) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair
can be caught in movingparts.
g ) If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-relatedhazards.
4) Power tool use and care
a ) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
wasdesigned.
b ) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must berepaired.
c ) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power toolaccidentally.
d ) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrainedusers.
e ) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained powertools.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier tocontrol.
g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,
in accordance with these instructions taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardoussituation.
5) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool ismaintained.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Safety Instructions for All 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.
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.
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 can not be
adequately guarded orcontrolled.
f ) Threaded mounting of accessories must match the
grinder spindle thread. For accessories mounted by
flanges, the arbour hole of the accessory must fit the
locating diameter of the flange. Accessories that do
not match the mounting hardware of the power tool will
run out of balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss
ofcontrol.
g ) Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use
inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheel for
chips and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or
excess wear, wire brush for loose or cracked wires.
If power tool or accessory is dropped, inspect for
damage or install an undamaged accessory. After
inspecting and installing an accessory, position
yourself and bystanders away from the plane of
the rotating accessory and run the power tool at
maximum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged
accessories will normally break apart during this testtime.
h ) Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on
application, use face shield, safety goggles or safety
glasses. As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing
protectors, gloves and workshop apron capable of
stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments.
The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying
debris generated by various operations. The dust mask or
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by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity
noise may cause hearingloss.
i ) Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area. Anyone entering the work area must wear
personal protective equipment. Fragments of
workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and
cause injury beyond immediate area ofoperation.
j ) Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its
own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electricalshock.
k ) Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If
you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your
hand or arm may be pulled into the spinningaccessory.
l ) Never lay the power tool down until the accessory
has come to a complete stop. The spinning accessory
may grab the surface and pull the power tool out of
yourcontrol.
m ) Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your
side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory
could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into
yourbody.
n ) Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The
motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and
excessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause
electricalhazards.
o ) Do not operate the power tool near flammable
materials. Sparks could ignite thesematerials.
p ) Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants.
Using water or other liquid coolants may result in
electrocution orshock.
q ) Do not use Type 11 (flaring cup) wheels on this tool.
Using inappropriate accessories can result ininjury.
r ) Always use side handle. Tighten the handle securely.
The side handle should always be used to maintain control
of the tool at alltimes.
FURTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL
OPERATIONS
Causes and Operator Prevention
of Kickback
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating
wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory. Pinching or
snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating accessory which
in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the
direction opposite of the accessory’s rotation at the point of
thebinding.
For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the
workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering into the pinch
point can dig into the surface of the material causing the wheel
to climb out or kick out. The wheel may either jump toward or
away from the operator, depending on direction of the wheel’s
movement at the point of pinching. Abrasive wheels may also
break under theseconditions.
Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating
procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper
precautions as given below:
a ) Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position
your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback
forces. Always use auxiliary handle, if provided, for
maximum control over kickback or torque reaction
during start up. The operator can control torque reaction
or kickback forces, if proper precautions aretaken.
b ) Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.
Accessory may kickback over yourhand.
c ) Do not position your body in the area where power
tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will propel
the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s movement at
the point ofsnagging.
d ) Use special care when working corners, sharp edges
etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory.
Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to
snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control
orkickback.
e ) Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or
toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent kickback
and loss ofcontrol.
Safety Warnings Specific for Grinding and
Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations
a ) Use only wheel types that are recommended for your
power tool and the specific guard designed for the
selected wheel. Wheels for which the power tool was not
designed cannot be adequately guarded and areunsafe.
b ) The grinding surface of centre depressed wheels
must be mounted below the plane of the guard lip.
An improperly mounted wheel that projects through the
plane of the guard lip cannot be adequatelyprotected.
c ) The guard must be securely attached to the power
tool and positioned for maximum safety, so the least
amount of wheel is exposed towards the operator.
The guard helps to protect the operator from broken wheel
fragments, accidental contact with wheel and sparks that
could igniteclothing.
d ) Wheels must be used only for recommended
applications. For example: do not grind with the side
of cut-off wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels are intended
for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to these wheels
may cause them toshatter.
e ) Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are
of correct size and shape for your selected wheel.
Proper wheel flanges support the wheel thus
reducing the possibility of wheel breakage. Flanges
for cut-off wheels may be different from grinding
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f ) Do not use worn down wheels from larger power
tools. Wheel intended for larger power tool is not suitable
for the higher speed of a smaller tool and mayburst.
Additional Safety Warnings Specific for
Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations
a ) Do not "jam" the cut-off wheel or apply excessive
pressure. Do not attempt to make an excessive depth
of cut. Overstressing the wheel increases the loading and
susceptibility to twisting or binding of the wheel in the cut
and the possibility of kickback or wheelbreakage.
b ) Do not position your body in line with and behind
the rotating wheel. When the wheel, at the point of
operations, is moving away from your body, the possible
kickback may propel the spinning wheel and the power
tool directly atyou.
c ) When wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut
for any reason, switch off the power tool and hold
the power tool motionless until the wheel comes to
a complete stop. Never attempt to remove the cut-
off wheel from the cut while the wheel is in motion
otherwise kickback may occur. Investigate and take
corrective action to eliminate the cause of wheelbinding.
d ) Do not restart the cutting operation in the
workpiece. Let the wheel reach full speed and
carefully re-enter the cut. The wheel may bind, walk up
or kickback if the power tool is restarted in theworkpiece.
e ) Support panels or any oversized workpiece to
minimize the risk of wheel pinching and kickback.
Large workpieces tend to sag under their own
weight. Supports must be placed under the workpiece
near the line of cut and near the edge of the workpiece on
both sides of thewheel.
f ) Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut” into
existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding
wheel may cut gas or water pipes, electrical wiring or
objects that can causekickback.
Safety Warnings Specific for Sanding
Operations
a ) Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc
paper. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations,
when selecting sanding paper. Larger sanding paper
extending beyond the sanding pad presents a laceration
hazard and may cause snagging, tearing of the disc
orkickback.
Safety Warnings Specific for Wire Brushing
Operations
a ) Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the brush
even during ordinary operation. Do not overstress
the wires by applying excessive load to the brush.
The wire bristles can easily penetrate llight clothing and/
orskin.
b ) If the use of a guard is recommended for wire
brushing, do not allow any interference of the
wire wheel or brush with the guard. Wire wheel
or brush may expand in diameter due to work and
centrifugalforces.
Additional Safety Rules for Grinders
• Threaded mounting of accessories must match the grinder
spindle thread. For accessories mounted by flanges, the arbor
hole of the accessory must fit the locating diameter of the
flange. Accessories that do not match the mounting hardware
of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively
and may cause loss ofcontrol.
• The grinding surface of the centre depressed wheels must
be mounted below the plane of the guard lip. An improperly
mounted wheel that projects through the plane of the guard
lip cannot be adequatelyprotected.
WARNING: We recommend the use of a residual current
device with a residual current rating of 30mA or less.
Residual Risks
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks
cannot be avoided. These are:
• Impairment ofhearing.
• Risk of personal injury due to flyingparticles.
• Risk of burns due to accessories becoming hot
duringoperation.
• Risk of personal injury due to prolongeduse.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one voltage only.
Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage
on the rating plate.
Your
DeWALT
tool is double insulated in accordance
with EN60745; therefore no earth wire is required.
WARNING: 127 V units have to be operated via a fail-safe
isolating transformer with an earth screen between the
primary and secondary winding.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
specially prepared cord available through the
DeWALT
serviceorganisation.
Mains Plug Replacement
(Middle East and Africa)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the oldplug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in theplug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutralterminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be made to the
earthterminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 13A.

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Using an Extension Cable
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely
necessary. Use an approved extension cable suitable for
the power input of your charger (see Technical Data). The
minimum conductor size is 1.5 mm2; the maximum length
is30m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cablecompletely.
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 Angle grinder
1 Guard
1 Side handle
1 Backing flange
1 Threaded clamp nut
1 Hex key
1 Instruction manual
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories which may
have occurred duringtransport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual
prior tooperation.
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual before use.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Date Code Position (Fig. D)
The date code 11, which also includes the year of manufacture,
is printed into thehousing.
Example:
2016 XX XX
Year of Manufacture
Description (Fig. A, B)
WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury couldresult.
1 Spindle lock button
2 Spindle
3 Side handle
4 Backing flange
5 Clamp nut
6 Guard
7 Trigger switch
8 Lock-off lever
9 Guard release lever
10 Dust ejection system
Intended Use
Your heavy-duty small angle grinder has been designed
for professional grinding, sanding, wire brushing and
cuttingapplications.
DO NOT use grinding wheels other than centre depressed
wheels and flapdiscs.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids orgases.
Your heavy-duty angle grinders is a professional power tool.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
thistool.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with thisproduct.
Anti-vibration Side Handle
The anti-vibration side handle offers added comfort by
absorbing the vibrations caused by thetool.
Dust Ejection System (Fig.A)
The dust ejection system10 prevents dust pile-up around
the guard and motor inlet, and minimises the amount of dust
entering the motorhousing.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
Attaching Side Handle (Fig.B)
WARNING: Before using the tool, check that the handle is
tightenedsecurely.
Screw the side handle3 tightly into one of the holes on either
side of the gear case. The side handle should always be used to
maintain control of the tool at alltimes.
Guards
CAUTION: Guards must be used with all grinding
wheels, cutting wheels, sanding flap discs, wire
brushes, and wire wheels. The tool may be used
without a guard only when sanding with conventional
sanding discs. Refer to Figure A to see guards provided
with the unit. Some applications may require purchasing
the correct guard from your local dealer or authorized
service centre.
NOTE: Edge grinding and cutting can be performed with Type
27 wheels designed and specified for this purpose; 6.35 mm
thick wheels are designed for surface grinding while thinner
Type 27 wheels need to be examined for the manufacturer's
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edge grinding/cutting. A Type 1 guard must be used for any
wheel where surface grinding is forbidden. Cutting can also be
performed by using a Type41 wheel and a Type 1guard.
NOTE: See the Accessories Chart to select the proper guard /
accessory combination.
Adjusting and Mounting Guard (Fig. C, D)
CAUTION: Turn unit off and unplug the tool before
making any adjustments or removing or installing
attachments or accessories.
CAUTION: BEFORE operating the tool, identify which
guard adjustment option your tool is set to.
Adjustment Options
For guard adjustment, the guard release lever9 engages one of
the alignment holes15 on the guard collar using a ratcheting
feature. Your grinder offers two options for this adjustment.
• One-touchTM: In this position the engaging face is slanted
and will ride over to the next alignment hole when guard
is rotated in a clockwise direction (spindle facing user) but
self-locks in the anti-clockwise direction.
• Two-touchTM:In this position the engaging face is straight
and squared off. It will NOT ride over to the next alignment
hole unless guard release lever is pressed and held while
simultaneously rotating the guard in either a clockwise or
anti-clockwise direction (spindle facing user).
One-TouchTM Two-TouchTM
Setting Guard Adjustment Options
To adjust the guard release lever9 for desired
adjustmentoption:
1. Remove screw12 using a T20 bit.
2. Remove the guard release lever taking note of the spring
position. Choose the end of the lever for the desired
adjustment option. One-touch will use the slanted end of
the lever9 to engage the alignment holes15 on the guard
collar. Two-touch will use the squaredend to engage the
alignmnet holes15 on the guard collar.
3. Replace the lever, positioning the chosen end under the
spring11. Ensure the lever is in proper contact with
thespring.
4. Replace screw and torque to 2.0-3.0N-m. Ensure proper
installation with spring return function by depressing guard
release lever9.
Mounting Guard (Fig. D)
CAUTION: Prior to mounting guard, ensure the screw,
lever, and spring are fitted correctly before mounting
theguard.
1. With the spindle facing the operator, press and hold the
guard release lever9.
2. Align the lugs13 on the guard with the slots14 on the
gearcase.
3. Push the guard down until the guard lugs engage and
rotate them in the groove on the gear case hub. Release the
guard release lever.
4. To position the guard:
One-touchTM: Rotate the guard clockwise into the desired
working position. Press and hold the guard release lever9
release lever to rotate the guard in the anti-clockwise
direction.
Two-touchTM:Press and hold the guard release lever9.
Rotate the guard clockwise or anti-clockwise into the
desired working position.
NOTE: The guard body should be positioned between the
spindle and the operator to provide maximum operator
protection.
The guard release lever should snap into one of the
alignment holes15 on the guard collar. This ensures that
the guard is secure.
5. To remove the guard, follow steps 1–3 of these instructions
in reverse.
Flanges and Wheels
Mounting Non-Hubbed Wheels (Fig. E)
WARNING: Failure to properly seat the flange/ clamp nut/
wheel could result in serious injury (or damage to the tool
or wheel).
CAUTION: Included flanges must be used with depressed
centre Type 27 and Type 42 grinding wheels and Type41
cutting wheels. See the Accessories Chart for more
information.
WARNING: A closed, two-sided cutting wheel guard is
required when using cutting wheels.
WARNING: Use of a damaged flange or guard or failure
to use proper flange and guard can result in injury due to
wheel breakage and wheel contact. See the Accessories
Chart for more information.
1. Place the tool on a table, guard up.
2. Install the unthreaded backing flange4 on spindle2 with
the raised centre (pilot) facing the wheel.
3. Place wheel16 against the backing flange, centreing the
wheel on the raised centre (pilot) of the backing flange.
4. While depressing the spindle lock button and with the
hex depressions facing away from the wheel, thread the
clampnut5 on spindle so that the lugs engage the two
slots in the spindle.
5. While depressing the spindle lock button, tighten the
locking flange with a wrench20.
6. To remove the wheel, depress the spindle lock button and
loosen the threaded locking flange with a wrench.
Mounting Sanding Backing Pads (Fig. F)
NOTE: Use of a guard with sanding discs that use backing pads,
often called fiber resin discs, is not required. Since a guard is
not required for these accessories, the guard may or may not fit
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WARNING: Failure to properly seat the flange/ clamp nut/
wheel could result in serious injury (or damage to the tool
or wheel).
WARNING: Proper guard must be reinstalled for grinding
wheel, cutting wheel, sanding flap disc, wire brush or
wire wheel applications after sanding applications are
complete.
1. Place or appropriately thread backing pad17 on
thespindle.
2. Place the sanding disc18 on the backing pad17.
3. While depressing spindle lock1, thread clamp nut19 on
spindle, piloting the raised hub on the clamp nut into the
centre of sanding disc and backingpad.
4. Tighten the clamp nut by hand. Then depress the spindle
lock button while turning the sanding disc until the sanding
disc and clamp nut are snug.
5. To remove the wheel, grasp and turn the backing pad and
sanding pad while depressing the spindle lock button.
Mounting and Removing Hubbed Wheels
(Fig. A)
Hubbed wheels install directly on the M14 threaded spindle.
Thread of accessory must match thread of spindle.
1. Remove backing flange by pulling away from tool.
2. Thread the wheel on the spindle2 by hand.
3. Depress the spindle lock button1 and use a wrench to
tighten the hub of the wheel.
4. Reverse the above procedure to remove the wheel.
NOTICE: Failure to properly seat the wheel before turning
the tool on may result in damage to the tool or the wheel.
Mounting Wire Cup Brushes and
Wire Wheels (Fig. A)
WARNING: Failure to properly seat the flange/ clamp nut/
wheel could result in serious injury (or damage to the tool
or wheel).
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
wear work gloves when handling wire brushes and
wheels. They can become sharp.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool,
wheel or brush must not touch guard when mounted
or while in use. Undetectable damage could occur to
the accessory, causing wires to fragment from accessory
wheel or cup.
Wire cup brushes or wire wheels install directly on the threaded
spindle without the use of flanges. Use only wire brushes or
wheels provided with a M14 threaded hub. These accessories
are available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorised
service centre.
1. Place the tool on a table, guard up.
2. Thread the wheel on the spindle by hand.
3. Depress spindle lock button1 and use a wrench on the
hub of the wire wheel or brush to tighten the wheel.
4. To remove the wheel, reverse the above procedure.
NOTICE: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool, properly
seat the wheel hub before turning the tool on.
Prior to Operation
• Install the guard and appropriate disc or wheel. Do not use
excessively worn discs orwheels.
• Be sure the inner and outer flange are mounted correctly.
Follow the instructions given in the Grinding and Cutting
AccessoryChart.
• Make sure the disc or wheel rotates in the direction of the
arrows on the accessory and thetool.
• Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect
the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and cracks,
backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for
loose or cracked wires. If power tool or accessory is dropped,
inspect for damage or install an undamaged accessory. After
inspecting and installing an accessory, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory
and run the power tool at maximum no-load speed for one
minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart
during this testtime.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
WARNING:
• Ensure all materials to be ground or cut are secured
inplace.
• Secure and support the workpiece. Use clamps or a
vice to hold and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. It is important to clamp and support the
workpiece securely to prevent movement of the
workpiece and loss of control. Movement of the
workpiece or loss of control may create a hazard and
cause personalinjury.
• Support panels or any oversized workpiece
to minimize the risk of wheel pinching and
kickback. Large workpieces tend to sag under their
own weight. Supports must be placed under the
workpiece near the line of cut and near the edge of the
workpiece on both sides of thewheel.
• Always wear regular working gloves while operating
thistool.
• The gear becomes very hot duringuse.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool. Do not exert
side pressure on thedisc.
• Always install the guard and appropriate disc or
wheel. Do not use excessively worn disc or wheel.

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• Be sure the inner and outer flange are
mountedcorrectly.
• Make sure the disc or wheel rotates in the direction of
the arrows on the accessory and thetool.
• Avoid overloading. Should the tool become hot, let it
run a few minutes under no load condition to cool the
accessory. Do not touch accessories before they have
cooled. The discs become very hot duringuse.
• Never work with the grinding cup without a suitable
protection guard inplace.
• Do not use the power tool with a cut-offstand.
• Never use blotters together with bonded
abrasiveproducts.
• Be aware, the wheel continues to rotate after the tools
is switchedoff.
Proper Hand Position (Fig.G)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position asshown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
suddenreaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the side handle3,
with the other hand on the body of the tool, as shown in
FigureG.
Trigger Switch and Lock-off Lever (Fig.A)
WARNING: Before using the tool, check that the handle is
tightened securely.
1. To turn the tool on, push the lock-off lever8 toward the
back of the tool, then depress the trigger switch7. The tool
will run while the switch isdepressed.
2. Turn the tool off by releasing the triggerswitch.
WARNING: Hold the side handle and body of the tool
firmly to maintain control of the tool at start up and
during use and until the wheel or accessory stops rotating.
Make sure the wheel has come to a complete stop before
laying the tool down.
WARNING: Allow the tool to reach full speed before
touching tool to the work surface. Lift the tool from the
work surface before turning the tool off.
Spindle Lock (Fig.B)
The spindle lock1 is provided to prevent the spindle from
rotating when installing or removing wheels. Operate the
spindle lock only when the tool is turned off, unplugged from
the power supply, and has come to a completestop.
NOTICE: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool, do
not engage the spindle lock while the tool is operating.
Damage to the tool will result and attached accessory
may spin off possibly resulting ininjury.
To engage the lock, depress the spindle lock button and rotate
the spindle until you are unable to rotate the spindlefurther.
Surface Grinding, Sanding and Wire
Brushing
CAUTION: Always use the correct guard per the
instructions in this manual.
WARNING: Metal dust build-up. Extensive use of flap
discs in metal applications can result in the increased
potential for electric shock. To reduce this risk, insert an
RCD before use and clean the ventilation slots daily by
blowing dry compressed air into the ventilation slots
inaccordance with the below maintenanceinstructions.
To perform work on a the surface of a workpiece:
1. Allow the tool to reach full speed before touching the tool
to the work surface.
2. Apply minimum pressure to the work surface, allowing
the tool to operate at high speed. Material removal rate is
greatest when the tool operates at high speed.
Angle
3. Maintain an appropriate angle between the tool and work
surface. Refer to the chart according to particularfunction.
Function Angle
Grinding 20˚-30˚
Sanding with Flap Disc 5˚-10˚
Sanding with Backing Pad 5˚-15˚
Wire Brushing 5˚-10˚
4. Maintain contact between the edge of the wheel and the
work surface.
-If grinding, sanding with flap discs or wire brushing
move the tool continuously in a forward and back
motion to avoid creating gouges in the worksurface.
-If sanding with a backing pad, move the tool constantly
in a straight line to prevent burning and swirling of
worksurface.
NOTE: Allowing the tool to rest on the work surface without
moving will damage the work piece.
5. Remove the tool from work surface before turning tool off.
Allow the tool to stop rotating before laying it down.
CAUTION: Use extra care when working over an edge, as
a sudden sharp movement of grinder may be experienced.
Precautions To Take When Working on a
Painted Workpiece
1. Sanding or wire brushing of lead based paint is NOT
RECOMMENDED due to the difficulty of controlling the
contaminated dust. The greatest danger of lead poisoning is
to children and pregnant women.
2. Since it is difficult to identify whether or not a paint contains
lead without a chemical analysis, we recommend the
following precautions when sanding any paint:

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Personal Safety
1. No children or pregnant women should enter the work area
where the paint sanding or wire brushing is being done
until all clean up is completed.
2. A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons
entering the work area. The filter should be replaced daily or
whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing.
NOTE: Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead
paint dust and fumes should be used. Ordinary painting
masks do not offer this protection. See your local hardware
dealer for the proper N.I.O.S.H. approved mask.
3. NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in the
work area to prevent ingesting contaminated paint particles.
Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE eating, drinking
or smoking. Articles of food, drink, or smoking should not be
left in the work area where dust would settle on them.
Environmental Safety
1. Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize
the amount of dust generated.
2. Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed
with plastic sheeting of 4 mils thickness.
3. Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of
paint dust outside the work area.
Cleaning and Disposal
1. All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and
thoroughly cleaned daily for the duration of the sanding
project. Vacuum filter bags should be changedfrequently.
2. Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed
of along with any dust chips or other removal debris. They
should be placed in sealed refuse receptacles and disposed
of through regular trash pick-up procedures.
During clean up, children and pregnant women should be
kept away from the immediate work area.
3. All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children
should be washed thoroughly before being used again.
Edge Grinding and Cutting
WARNING: Do not use edge grinding/cutting wheels for
surface grinding applications because these wheels are
not designed for side pressures encountered with surface
grinding. Wheel breakage and injury may result.
CAUTION:Wheels used for edge grinding and cutting
may break or kick back if they bend or twist while the tool
is being used. In all edge grinding/cutting operations, the
open side of the guard must be positioned away from
theoperator.
NOTICE: Edge grinding/cutting with a Type27 wheel
must be limited to shallow cutting and notching—less
than 13mm in depth when the wheel is new. Reduce the
depth of cutting/notching equal to the reduction of the
wheel radius as it wears down. Refer to the Accessories
Chart for more information. Edge grinding/cutting with a
Type 41 wheel requires usage of a Type 1 guard.
1. Allow the tool to reach full speed before touching the tool
to the work surface.
2. Apply minimum pressure to the work surface, allowing
the tool to operate at high speed. Grinding/cutting rate is
greatest when the tool operates at high speed.
3. Position yourself so that the open-underside of the wheel is
facing away from you.
4. Once a cut is begun and a notch is established in the
workpiece, do not change the angle of the cut. Changing
the angle will cause the wheel to bend and may cause
wheel breakage. Edge grinding wheels are not designed to
withstand side pressures caused bybending.
5. Remove the tool from the work surface before turning
the tool off. Allow the tool to stop rotating before laying
itdown.
Metal Applications
When using the tool in metal applications, make sure that a
residual current device (RCD) has been inserted to avoid residual
risks caused by metal swarf.
If the power supply is shut off by the RCD, take the tool to an
authorised D
e
WALT repair agent.
WARNING: In extreme working conditions, conductive
dust can accumulate inside the machine housing when
working with metal. This can result in the protective
insulation in the machine becoming degraded with a
potential risk of an electrical shock.
To avoid build-up of metal swarf inside the machine, we
recommend to clear the ventilation slots on a daily basis. Refer
to Maintenance.
Cutting Metal
For cutting with bonded abrasives, always use the
guardtype 1.
When cutting, work with moderate feed, adapted to the
material being cut. Do not exert pressure onto the cutting disc,
tilt or oscillate the machine.
Do not reduce the speed of running down cutting discs by
applying sideward pressure.
The machine must always work in an upgrinding motion.
Otherwise, the danger exists of it being pushed uncontrolled
out of the cut.
When cutting profiles and square bar, it is best to start at the
smallest cross section.
Rough Grinding
Never use a cutting disc for roughing.
Always use the guard type 27.
The best roughing results are achieved when setting the
machine at an angle of 30° to 40°. Move the machine back and
forth with moderate pressure. In this manner, the workpiece
will not become too hot, does not discolour and no grooves
areformed.
Cutting Stone
The machine shall be used only for dry cutting.
For cutting stone, it is best to use a diamond cutting disc.
Operate the machine only with additional dust protection mask.

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Working Advice
Exercise caution when cutting slots in structural walls.
Slots in structural walls are subject to the country-specific
regulations. These regulations are to be observed under all
circumstances.Before beginning work, consult the responsible
structural engineer, architect or the construction supervisor.
MAINTENANCE
Your
DeWALT
power tool has been designed to operate
over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool
care and regularcleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. Be sure the
trigger switch is in the OFF position. An accidental start-up
can cause injury.
Pop-off Brushes
The motor will be automatically shut off indicating that the
carbon brushes are nearly worn out and that the tool needs
servicing. The carbon brushes are not user-serviceable. Take the
tool to an authorised D
e
WALT repairagent.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additionallubrication.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing
with dry air as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around
the air vents. Wear approved eye protection and approved
dust mask when performing thisprocedure.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals
for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These
chemicals may weaken the materials used in these parts.
Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap.
Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any
part of the tool into aliquid.
Optional Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by
DeWALT
, have not been tested with this product, use
of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only
DeWALT
recommended
accessories should be used with thisproduct.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriateaccessories.
Max.
[mm] [mm] Min.
Rotation
[min.–1]
Periphical
speed
[m/s]
Threaded
hole length
[mm]
D b d
d
D
b
115 622,23 11,500 80 –
125 622,23 11,500 80 –
D
115 – – 11,500 80 –
125 – – 11,500 80 –
D
d
b75 30 M14 11,500 45 20.0
D
115 12 M14 11,500 80 20.0
125 12 M14 11,500 80 20.0
Protecting the Environment
Separate collection. Products and batteries marked
with this symbol must not be disposed of with normal
household waste.
Products and batteries contain materials that can
be recovered or recycled reducing the demand for raw
materials. Please recycle electrical products and batteries
according to local provisions. Further information is available at
www.2helpU.com.

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Grinding and Cutting Accessory Chart
Guard Type Accessory Description How to Fit Grinder
Type 27
Guard
Depressed centre
grinding disc
Type 27 guard
Backing flange
Type 27 depressed
centre wheel
Threaded clamp nut
Flap wheel
Wire wheels
Wire wheels with
threaded nut
Type 27 guard
Wire wheel
Wire cup with
threaded nut
Type 27 guard
Wire brush
Backing pad/
sanding sheet
Type 27 guard
Rubber backing pad
Sanding disc
Threaded clamp nut

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Grinding and Cutting Accessory Chart (cont.)
Guard Type Accessory Description How to Fit Grinder
Type 1
Guard
Masonry cutting
disc, bonded
Type 1 guard
Backing flange
Cutting wheel
Threaded clamp nut
Metal
cutting disc,
bonded
Type 1
Guard
OR
Type 27
Guard
Diamond cutting
wheels

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AVERTISSEMENT : indique une situation dangereuse
potentielle qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner
des blessures graves oumortelles.
ATTENTION : indique une situation dangereuse
potentielle qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner
des blessures minimes oumodérées.
AVIS: indique une pratique ne posant aucun risque
de dommages corporels, mais qui par contre, si rien
n’est fait pour l’éviter, pourrait poser des risques de
dommagesmatériels.
Indique un risque d’électrocution.
Indique un risque d’incendie.
AVERTISSEMENT: afin de réduire le risque de blessure,
lisez le manuel d’instruction.
Consignes de sécurité générales propres aux
outils électriques
AVERTISSEMENT: lire toutes les directives et
consignes de sécurité. Tout manquement aux
directives et consignes ci-incluses comporte des risques
de décharges électriques, d’incendie et/ou de dommages
corporelsgraves.
CONSERVER TOUTES CES DIRECTIVES ET
CONSIGNES À TITRE DE RÉFÉRENCE
Le terme «outil électrique» mentionné dans les avertissements
ci-après se rapporte aux outils alimentés sur secteur (avec fil) ou
par piles (sans fil).
1) Sécurité – Aire de Travail
a ) Maintenir l’aire de travail propre et bien éclairée. Les
lieux sombres ou encombrés sont propices auxaccidents.
b ) Ne pas utiliser un outil électrique dans un milieu
déflagrant, comme en présence de liquides, gaz ou
poussières inflammables. Les outils électriques peuvent
produire des étincelles qui pourraient enflammer toute
émanation ou poussièreambiante.
c ) Maintenir à l’écart les enfants, ou toute autre
personne, lors de l’utilisation d’un outil électrique.
Toute distraction pourrait faire perdre la maîtrise de
l’appareil.
2) Sécurité – Électricité
a ) La fiche électrique de l’outil doit correspondre à la
prise murale. Ne modifier la fiche en aucune façon.
Ne pas utiliser de fiche d’adaptation avec un outil
électrique mis à la terre (masse). L’utilisation de fiches
d’origine et de prises appropriées réduira tout risque de
déchargesélectriques.
b ) Éviter tout contact corporel avec des éléments mis
à la terre comme: tuyaux, radiateurs, cuisinières
Félicitations!
Vous avez choisi un outil
DeWALT
. Des années d’expertise dans
le développement et l’innovation de ses produits ont fait de
DeWALT
, le partenaire privilégié des utilisateurs professionnels
d’outilsélectriques.
Fiche technique
DWE4277
Tension VAC 220/240
127
Type 1
Puissance absorbée W1500
Vitesse à vide/nominale min-1 10500
Diamètre de meule mm 125
Épaisseur du disque (max) mm 6.0
Diamètre de broche M14
Longueur de broche mm 18.5
Poids kg 2.5
Le taux d’émission de vibrations indiqué dans ce feuillet
informatif a été mesuré conformément à une méthode d’essai
normalisé établie par EN60745, et peut être utilisé pour
comparer un outil à un autre. Il peut également être utilisé pour
effectuer une évaluation préliminaire de l’exposition.
AVERTISSEMENT: le taux d’émission de vibrations
déclaré correspond aux applications principales de
l’outil. Néanmoins, si l’outil est utilisé pour différentes
applications ou est mal entretenu, ce taux d’émission de
vibrations pourra varier. Ces éléments peuvent augmenter
considérablement le niveau d’exposition sur la durée totale
detravail.
Toute estimation du degré d’exposition à des vibrations
doit également prendre en compte les heures où l’outil est
mis hors tension ou lorsqu’il tourne sans effectuer aucune
tâche. Ces éléments peuvent réduire sensiblement le degré
d’exposition sur la durée totale detravail.
Identifier des mesures de sécurité supplémentaires pour
protéger l’opérateur contre les effets nocifs des vibrations
telles que: maintenance de l’outil et des accessoires,
maintenir la température des mains élevée, organisation
dutravail.
Définitions : consignes de sécurité
Les définitions ci-dessous décrivent le niveau de gravité de
chaque mot signalétique. Lisez le manuel de l’utilisateur et
soyez attentif à cessymboles.
DANGER : indique une situation dangereuse imminente
qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, entraînera des blessures
graves oumortelles.
Français (traduction de la notice d’instructions originale)
PETITES MEULEUSES D’ANGLES
DWE4277

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FRANÇAIS
de ces dispositifs peut réduire les risques engendrés par
lespoussières.
4) Utilisation et Entretien des Outils
Électriques
a ) Ne pas forcer un outil électrique. Utiliser l’outil
approprié au travail en cours. L’outil approprié
effectuera un meilleur travail, de façon plus sûre et à la
vitesse pour laquelle il a étéconçu.
b ) Ne pas utiliser un outil électrique dont l’interrupteur
est défectueux. Tout appareil dont l’interrupteur est
défectueux est dangereux et doit êtreréparé.
c ) Débrancher la fiche du secteur et/ou la batterie de
l’outil électrique avant d’effectuer tout réglage, de
changer tout accessoire, ou avant de le ranger. Ces
mesures préventives réduiront tout risque de démarrage
accidentel de l’appareil.
d ) Après utilisation, ranger les outils électriques hors
de portée des enfants et ne permettre à aucune
personne non familière avec son fonctionnement (ou
sa notice d’instructions) de l’utiliser. Les outils peuvent
être dangereux entre des mainsinexpérimentées.
e ) Entretenir les outils électriques. Vérifier les pièces
mobiles pour s’assurer qu’elles sont bien alignées
et tournent librement, qu’elles sont en bon état et
ne sont affectées d’aucune condition susceptible de
nuire au bon fonctionnement de l’outil. En cas de
dommage, faire réparer l’outil électrique avant toute
nouvelle utilisation. De nombreux accidents sont causés
par des outils malentretenus.
f ) Maintenir tout organe de coupe propre et bien
affûté. Les outils de coupe bien entretenus et affûtés
sont moins susceptibles de se coincer et sont plus faciles
àcontrôler.
g ) Utiliser un outil électrique, ses accessoires, mèches,
etc., conformément aux présentes directives et
suivant la manière prévue pour ce type particulier
d’outil électrique, en tenant compte des conditions
de travail et de la tâche à effectuer. L’utilisation d’un
outil électrique à des fins autres que celles prévues est
potentiellementdangereuse.
5) Réparation
a ) Faire entretenir les outils électriques par un
réparateur qualifié en n’utilisant que des pièces
de rechange identiques. Cela permettra de préserver
l’intégrité de l’outil électrique et la sécurité de l’utilisateur.
RÈGLES PARTICULIÈRES DE SÉCURITÉ
ADDITIONNELLES
Consignes générales de sécurité
a ) Cet outil électrique a été conçu pour le meulage,
ponçage, brossage métallique, polissage ou le
tronçonnage. Lire toute directive de sécurité,
consigne, illustration et spécification fournie avec
l’outil électrique. Tout manquement aux directives
ou réfrigérateurs. Les risques de décharges électriques
augmentent lorsque le corps est mis à laterre.
c ) Ne pas exposer les outils électriques à la pluie ou à
l’humidité. Tout contact d’un outil électrique avec un
liquide augmente les risques de déchargesélectriques.
d ) Ne pas utiliser le cordon de façon abusive. Ne
jamais utiliser le cordon pour transporter, tirer
ou débrancher un outil électrique. Protéger le
cordon de toute source de chaleur, de l’huile, et de
tout bord tranchant ou pièce mobile. Les cordons
endommagés ou emmêlés augmentent les risques de
déchargesélectriques.
e ) En cas d’utilisation d’un outil électrique à l’extérieur,
utiliser systématiquement une rallonge conçue à cet
effet. Cela diminuera tout risque de déchargesélectriques.
f ) Si on ne peut éviter d’utiliser un outil électrique en
milieu humide, utiliser un circuit protégé par un
dispositif de courant résiduel (RCD). Cela réduira tout
risque de déchargesélectriques.
3) Sécurité Individuelle
a ) Rester systématiquement vigilant et faire preuve de
jugement lorsqu’on utilise un outil électrique. Ne pas
utiliser d’outil électrique en cas de fatigue ou sous
l’influence de drogues, d’alcool ou de médicaments.
Tout moment d’inattention pendant l’utilisation d’un
outil électrique comporte des risques de dommages
corporelsgraves.
b ) Porter un équipement de protection individuel.
Porter systématiquement un dispositif de protection
oculaire. Le fait de porter un masque anti-poussières,
des chaussures antidérapantes, un casque de sécurité ou
un dispositif de protection auditive, lorsque la situation le
requiert, réduira les risques de dommagescorporels.
c ) Prévenir tout démarrage accidentel. S’assurer
que l’interrupteur est en position d’arrêt avant de
brancher l’outil sur le secteur et/ou à la batterie, ou
de le ramasser ou le transporter. Transporter un outil
le doigt sur l’interrupteur ou brancher un outil électrique
alors que l’interrupteur est en position de marche invite
lesaccidents.
d ) Retirer toute clé de réglage avant de démarrer
l’outil. Une clé laissée sur une pièce rotative d’un outil
électrique comporte des risques de dommagescorporels.
e ) Adopter une position stable. Maintenir les pieds
bien ancrés au sol et conserver son équilibre en
permanence. Cela permettra de mieux maîtriser l’outil
électrique en cas de situationsimprévues.
f ) Porter des vêtements appropriés. Ne porter aucun
vêtement ample ou bijou. Maintenir cheveux,
vêtements et gants à l’écart des pièces mobiles, car ils
pourraient s’y faireprendre.
g ) Lorsqu’un dispositif de connexion à un système de
dépoussiérage ou d’élimination est fourni, s’assurer
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suivantes pose des risques de décharges électriques,
d’incendie et/ou de blessuresgraves.
b ) Les opérations telles que le polissage ne sont pas
recommandées avec cet outil électrique. Toute
opération pour laquelle l’outil n’a pas été conçu comporte
des risques de dommages matériels etcorporels.
c ) Ne pas utiliser des accessoires qui n’ont pas été
spécifiquement conçus et recommandés par le
fabricant de l’outil. Le fait que l’accessoire peut être
rattaché à l’outil électrique ne veut pas automatiquement
dire que son utilisation ne posera aucunrisque.
d ) La vitesse nominale des accessoires doit être
équivalente ou supérieure à celle recommandée sur
l’étiquette d’avertissement de l’outil. Les accessoires
utilisés à une vitesse plus rapide que leur vitesse nominale
peuvent éclater ou se détacher de l’outil.
e ) Le diamètre externe et l’épaisseur de l’accessoire
utilisé doivent se conformer aux spécifications
de la plaque signalétique de l’outil électrique. Les
accessoires aux spécifications incorrectes ne peuvent être
ni maintenus ni contrôlés de façonadéquate.
f ) Le filetage de montage des accessoires doit
correspondre à celui de l’axe de la meuleuse. Pour
les accessoires montés avec des brides, l’alésage
de l’accessoire doit correspondre au diamètre de
positionnement de la bride. Les accessoires qui ne
correspondent pas au dispositif de montage de l’outil
électrique ne tournent pas correctement, vibrent de façon
excessive et peuvent provoquer la perte de contrôle de
l’outil.
g ) Ne pas utiliser d’accessoires endommagés. Avant
toute utilisation, vérifier tous les accessoires,
par exemple que les meules abrasives ne sont ni
ébréchées ni fendues, les tampons de soutien ne
sont ni fendus ni usés excessivement, les brosses
métalliques ne comportent aucun élément brisé ou
lâche. En cas de chute, vérifier que l’outil n’a pas été
endommagé et remplacer tout accessoire abîmé.
Après avoir inspecté et installé un accessoire, se
situer, soi-même et tout individu présent, hors du
plan de rotation de l’accessoire et laisser tourner
l’outil une minute à sa vitesse à vide maximale. En
général, tout accessoire endommagé se brisera lors du
temps d’essai.
h ) Porter un équipement de protection individuel. Selon
l’application, utiliser une protection faciale et des
lunettes ou un masque de protection. Si approprié,
porter un masque anti-poussières, une protection
auditive, des gants et un tablier d’atelier capables
de vous protéger contre toute projection abrasive ou
tout fragment. La protection oculaire doit être capable
d’arrêter toute projection de débris engendrés par des
opérations diverses. Le masque anti-poussières doit être
capable de filtrer les particules engendrées par l’opération
en cours. Toute exposition prolongée à un haut niveau de
décibels peut occasionner une perte de l’acuitéauditive.
i ) Maintenir à distance toute personne étrangère
au travail en cours. Toute personne à l’intérieure
de l’aire de travail doit porter un équipement de
protection individuel. Des débris provenant de la pièce
à travailler ou d’un accessoire brisé pourraient être éjectés
et causer des dommages corporels au-delà de l’aire de
travailimmédiate.
j ) Ne tenez l’outil que par ses surfaces de préhension
isolées lorsque vous réalisez une opération pendant
laquelle l’accessoire de coupe peut entrer en contact
avec des câbles cachés ou son propre cordon
électrique. Tout contact de l’accessoire de coupe avec
un fil sous tension peut mettre les parties métalliques
exposées de l’outil sous tension et provoquer un choc
électrique à l’utilisateur.
k ) Maintenir le cordon électrique éloigné de la partie
rotative de l’outil. En cas de perte de contrôle, le cordon
pourrait être sectionné ou abîmé, et les bras ou mains
pourraient entrer en contact avec l’organerotatif.
l ) Attendre systématiquement l’arrêt complet
de l’outil avant de le déposer. L’organe rotatif
pourrait s’accrocher à la surface utilisée et rendre l’outil
dangereusementimprévisible.
m ) Ne pas laisser l’outil électrique en marche alors qu’il
est accroché à votre côté. Tout contact accidentel de
l’organe rotatif pourrait faire que ce dernier s’accroche
aux vêtements et qu’un accessoire entre en contact avec
lecorps.
n ) Nettoyer régulièrement les orifices d’aération de
l’outil. Le ventilateur du moteur attirera de la poussière
à l’intérieur du boîtier et une accumulation excessive
de poussières métalliques pourrait poser des risques
d’électrocution/incendie.
o ) Ne pas utiliser cet outil électrique à proximité de
matériaux inflammables, car des étincelles pourraient
lesenflammer.
p ) Ne pas utiliser d’accessoires nécessitant l’utilisation
d’un réfrigérant fluide. L’utilisation d’eau ou de
tout autre réfrigérant fluide pourrait poser des risques
d’électrocution ou de déchargesélectriques.
q ) Ne pas utiliser les meules de type 11 (à moyeu
déporté) sur cet outil. L’utilisation d’accessoires
inappropriés peut causer desblessures.
r ) Toujours utiliser la poignée latérale. Serrez
fermement la poignée.La poignée latérale doit
toujours être utilisée pour conserver le contrôle de l’outil
enpermanence.
CONSIGNES GÉNÉRALES DE SÉCURITÉ
COMPLÉMENTAIRES
Causes et prévention anti-rebonds
Les rebonds sont la conséquence du grippage ou coinçage d’une
meule, d’un tampon de soutien, d’une brosse en rotation ou
de tout autre accessoire. Tout grippage ou coinçage causera
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l’outil non contrôlé dans la direction opposée à l’accessoire en
rotation au point dugrippage.
Par exemple, si une meule abrasive reste accrochée ou pincée
dans une pièce à travailler, le bord de la meule engagée au point
de grippage peut s’enfoncer dans la surface du matériau et faire
tressauter ou rebondir la meule. La meule peut alors rebondir vers
ou à l’opposé de l’utilisateur, selon la direction du mouvement de
la meule au point de grippage. Dans ces conditions, il peut aussi
arriver que les meules abrasives sebrisent.
Les rebonds proviennent d’une utilisation impropre de l’outil ou de
conditions ou procédures d’exécution incorrectes, et peuvent être
évités en prenant les précautions adéquates énoncées ci-dessous:
a ) Maintenir la scie fermement en positionnant le
corps et les bras de façon à pouvoir résister à toute
force de rebonds. Utiliser systématiquement la
poignée latérale, si fournie avec l’outil, pour un
contrôle maximal de l’outil en cas de rebonds ou
retour de couple au démarrage. L’utilisateur peut
contrôler le retour de couple ou les forces de rebonds si des
précautions adéquates sontprises.
b ) Ne jamais approcher les mains de l’organe rotatif.
L’accessoire pourrait rebondir sur lesmains.
c ) Ne pas positionner le corps dans l’espace que
pourrait occuper l’outil en cas de rebonds. Les
rebonds projetteront l’outil dans la direction opposée au
mouvement de la meule au point degrippage.
d ) Prendre des précautions supplémentaires pour
travailler des coins, des bords acérés, etc. Éviter
que l’accessoire sursaute ou reste accroché. Les
coins, bords acérés ou les sursauts ont tendance à retenir
l’accessoire en rotation et causer la perte de contrôle de
l’outil, ou desrebonds.
e ) Ne pas rattacher une lame à chaîne coupante, à
sculpter ou une lame dentée. Ces lames posent des
risques de rebonds fréquents et de perte de contrôle de
l’outil.
Consignes spécifiques de sécurité propres au
polissage et au tronçonnage abrasif
a ) Utiliser uniquement des types de meules
recommandés pour votre outil électrique ainsi
que le carter spécifiquement conçu pour la
meule choisie. Les meules non conçues pour un outil
électrique ne peuvent être adéquatement protégées et
sontdangereuses.
b ) La surface de meulage des disques à moyeu déporté
doit être montée sous le plat de la lèvre du carter.
Un disque mal monté qui dépasse du bord du carter de
protection ne peut pas être correctement protégé.
c ) Le carter doit être soigneusement fixé à l’outil
électrique et placé de façon à optimiser la sécurité,
afin que l’utilisateur soit le moins possible exposé
au disque. Le carter doit protéger l’utilisateur contre des
fragments de disques cassés, le contact accidentel avec
ces derniers et des étincelles qui pourraient enflammer les
vêtements.
d ) Les meules ne doivent être utilisées que pour les
applications recommandées. Par exemple: ne
pas meuler avec la partie latérale d’une meule à
tronçonner. Les meules à tronçonner ont été conçues
pour le meulage périphérique, toute force latérale
appliquée sur ces meules pourrait les faireéclater.
e ) Utiliser systématiquement des brides de meules en
parfait état, de taille et forme adaptées à la meule
choisie. Les brides de meules servent de support aux
meules, réduisant ainsi les possibilités que la meule
se brise. Les brides de meules à tronçonner peuvent
différer des brides de disques àmeuler.
f ) Ne pas utiliser de meules émoussées lors de leur
utilisation sur des outils électriques plus gros. Les
meules conçues pour des outils électriques plus gros ne
sont pas adéquates pour les vitesses plus rapides des outils
plus petits, et risqueraient d’éclater.
Consignes spécifiques de sécurité
additionnelles propres au tronçonnage
abrasif
a ) Ne pas gripper la meule à tronçonner ou lui
appliquer une pression excessive. Ne pas tenter
d’effectuer des profondeurs de coupe excessives.
Pousser excessivement la meule augmente la charge
imposée à l’outil, et les possibilités de torsion ou grippage
de la meule dans la coupe, et par conséquent les rebonds
etbris.
b ) Ne pas aligner le corps avec la meule en rotation
ou se placer derrière elle. Lorsque la meule, au point
d’exécution, s’éloigne du corps, tout rebond possible
pourrait propulser la meule en rotation et l’outil électrique
directement sur l’utilisateur.
c ) En cas de grippage de meule, ou si une coupe est
interrompue pour quelque raison que ce soit, arrêter
l’outil électrique et le maintenir immobile jusqu’à
arrêt complet de la meule. Ne jamais tenter de retirer
une meule à tronçonner de la coupe alors qu’elle
est en rotation, pour prévenir tout rebond. Vérifier la
pièce à travailler et prendre les mesures adéquates pour
éliminer toute cause degrippage.
d ) Ne pas reprendre l’opération de coupe dans la pièce.
Laisser la meule tourner à plein régime puis ré-entrer
dans la coupe prudemment. La meule pourrait se
gripper, sortir de la coupe ou effectuer un rebond si l’outil
électrique était remis en marche dans la pièce àtravailler.
e ) Soutenir les panneaux, ou toute pièce
surdimensionnée, pour minimiser tout risque de
grippage ou rebond de la meule. Les pièces larges
ont tendance à s’affaisser sous leur propre poids. Un
support doit être installé sous la pièce à travailler, près de
la ligne de coupe, et près des bords, de chaque côté de
lameule.