Hitachi G18SG2 Grinder User Manual


 
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GENERAL OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING! When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including
the following.
Read all these instructions before operating this product
and save these instructions.
For safe operations:
1. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches
invite injuries.
2. Consider work area environment. Do not expose
power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well lit.
Do not use power tools where there is risk to cause
fire or explosion.
3. Guard against electric shock. Avoid body contact
with earthed or grounded surfaces. (e.g. pipes,
radiators, ranges, refrigerators).
4. Keep children and infirm persons away. Do not let
visitors touch the tool or extension cord. All visitors
should be kept away from work area.
5. Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be
stored in a dry, high or locked up place, out of reach
of children and infirm persons.
6. Do not force the tool. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was intended.
7. Use the right tool. Do not force small tools or
attachments to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Do
not use tools for purposes not intended; for example,
do not use circular saw to cut tree limbs or logs.
8. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry,
they can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves
and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protecting hair covering to
contain long hair.
9. Use eye protection. Also use face or dust mask if the
cutting operation is dusty.
10. Connect dust extraction equipment.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities ensure these are
connected and properly used.
11. Do not abuse the cord. Never carry the tool by the
cord or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
12. Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It
is safer than using your hand and it frees both hands
to operate tool.
13. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
14. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubrication and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have
it repaired by authorized service center. Inspect
extension cords periodically and replace, if damaged.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
15. Disconnect tools. When not in use, before servicing,
and when changing accessories such as blades, bits
and cutters.
16. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit
of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from the tool before turning it on.
17. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry a plugged-
in tool with a finger on the switch. Ensure switch is
off when plugging in.
18. Use outdoor extension leads. When tool is used
outdoors, use only extension cords intended for
outdoor use.
19. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
20. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, free running of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authorized service center unless
otherwise indicated in this handling instructions. Have
defective switches replaced by an authorized service
center. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off.
21. Warning
The use of any accessory or attachment, other than
those recommended in this handling instructions,
may present a risk of personal injury.
22. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person.
This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare parts.
Otherwise this may result in considerable danger to
the user.
PRECAUTIONS ON USING DISC GRINDER
1. Never operate these power tools without Wheel
Guards.
2. Check that speed marked on the wheel is equal to or
greater than the rated speed of the grinder.
Use only depressed center wheels rated at 80m/s or
more.
3. Ensure that the wheel dimensions are compatible
with the grinder and that the wheel fits the spindle.
4. Abrasive wheels shall be stored and handled with
care in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Inspect the depressed center wheel before use, do
not use chipped, cracked or otherwise defective
products.
6. Always hold the body handle and side handle of the
power tool firmly. Otherwise the counterforce
produced may result in inaccurate and even
dangerous operation.
7. Do not use cutting-off wheels for side grinding.
8. Do not use of separate reducing bushings or adapters
to adapt large hole abrasive wheels.
9. The wheel continues to rotate after the tool is switched
off.