Read all these safety instructions before operating this product and save these instructions.
The tool has been manufactured in conformity with the instruction of EU machine directive. The EU mark will be considered void in the event of inexpert
repairs, the use of non-original parts and in case of non-observance of the safety instructions in the user’s manual.
Possible direct or indirect consequential damages are not the responsibility of SUMAKE Industrial co., Ltd.
General safety rules:
1. Watch the tool at all times when in use.
2. People under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed to use, repair or maintain the tool.
3. Keep unqualified persons, children, etc. away from the tool.
4. Keep work area clean and with sufficient daylight or artificial lighting. The work area on which the machine is used must be cleaned up. Disorder is a
potential cause of accidents.
5. Danger of explosion. Never use oxygen and combustible gas as an air supply for the tool which many be ignited by spark and cause fire or explosion.
6. Never use gasoline or other flammable liquids to clean the tool.
7. Do not use air tools in potentially explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids, cleaning solvents, fluid energy or stored
gases.
8. Do not expose air tools to rain. Do not use air tools in damp or wet locations.
9. When a fault or failure is detected, the tool must immediately be disconnected from the air supply and returned for repair.
10. It is not permitted to modify the tool in any way.
11. When not in use, keep tools in a dry place, either locked up or in a high place, out of the reach of children.
12. Do not force small air tools to do the job of a heavy –duty task. Do not use air tool for purpose of which was not intended.
13. Wear suitable ear protection at environment noise level >80dB(A) and safety spectacles when using the tool. Always wear approved safety goggles if
work in dusty. This also applies to other persons in the nearby vicinity.
14. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid foot wear are recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
15. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
16. Use clamps or a vice to hold work-piece. It is safer than using your hand and free both hands to operate the air tool.
17. When not use, before performing service or changing accessories, please disconnect tool from air compressor.
18. Do not carry plugged in air tool with your finger on the switch trigger. Be sure switch is in the “OFF” position when connecting to air supply.
19. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense, even unsafe situation or unbalanced positions, particularly when you are tired.
20. Air powered tools can vibrate in use. Vibration, repetitive motions or uncomfortable positions may be harmful to your hands or arms. Stop using any
tool if discomfort, tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek medical advice before resuming use.
21. For multiple hazards, read and understand the safety instructions before installing, operating, repairing, maintaining, changing accessories on, or
working near, the grinder. Failure to do so can result in serious bodily injury.
22. Only qualified and trained operators should install, adjust or use the grinder.
23. Do not modify this grinder. Modifications can reduce the effectiveness of safety measures and increase the risks to the operator.
24. Do not discard the safety instructions; give them to the operator.
25. Do not use the grinder if it has been damaged.
26. Tools shall be inspected periodically to verify that the ratings and markings required by this part of ISO 11148 are legibly marked on the tool. The
employer/user shall contact the manufacturer to obtain replacement marking labels when necessary.
Safety precautions for projectile hazards
1. Be aware that the failure of the workpiece or accessories, or even of the inserted tool itself, can generate high-velocity projectiles.
2. Always wear impact-resistant eye protection during the operation of the grinder. The grade of protection required should be assessed for each use.
3. Ensure that the workpiece is securely fixed.
4. Ensure safe clamping of the abrasive product to the grinder.
5. Check that maximum operating speed of the abrasive product, converted to revolutions per minute, is equal to, or greater than, the rated speed of the
spindle.
6. Ensure that the guard is in place, is in good condition and is correctly mounted; ensure that the guard is regularly inspected.
7. Check regularly that the speed of the grinder is not higher than that marked on it. These speed checks shall be carried out without the abrasive
product mounted and in accordance with the instructions given by the manufacturer.
8. Check that the flanges, as specified by the manufacturer, are used and are in good condition, e.g. free from cracks and burrs, and are plane.
9. Check that the spindle and spindle threads are not damaged or worn.
10. Ensure that sparks and debris resulting from use do not create a hazard.
11. Disconnect the grinder from the energy supply before changing abrasive product and servicing.
Safety precautions for entanglement hazards
1. Choking, scalping and/or lacerations can occur if loose clothing, personal jewellery, neck wear, hair or gloves are not kept away from the tool and
accessories.
Safety precautions for operating hazards
1. Avoid contact with the rotating spindle and mounted wheel to prevent cutting of hands and other body parts.
2. Use of the tool can expose the operator’s hands to hazards, including cuts, abrasions and heat. Wear suitable gloves to protect hands.
3. Operators and maintenance personnel shall be physically able to handle the bulk, mass and power of the tool.
4. Hold the tool correctly; be ready to counteract normal or sudden movements and have both hands available.
5. Maintain a balanced body position and secure footing.
6. Release the start-and-stop device in the case of an interruption of the energy supply.
7. Use only lubricants recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Personal protective safety glasses shall be used; suitable gloves and protective clothing are recommended.
9. For overhead work, wear a safety helmet.
10. The stopping time, if longer than 5 s, shall be stated, and it shall be recommended that the grinder be placed in a stable position.
11. When cutting off, the workpiece shall be supported such that the slot is kept at constant or increasing width during the complete operation.
12. If the abrasive product becomes jammed in a cut slot, shut off the grinder and ease the wheel free. Check that the wheel is still correctly secured and
not damaged before continuing the operation.
13. Grinding wheels and cutting-off wheels shall not be used for side grinding. (Exception: grinding wheels designed for side grinding.) Grinders shall not
