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6 ► CO25 User Manual
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Never carry the tool or put it down while the wheel is
rotating. Make sure it is completely stopped before moving
your position or set the tool down.
• Do not operate the tool with the wheel guard removed.
• Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil at all times.
• Operate the tool in well ventilated areas only.
• Do not operate the tool if the wheel does not stop when
the trigger is released.
• Inspect the wheel guard and collars for damage after any
wheel breakage on the tool.
• Always use full throttle when cutting.
• Never cock, jam or wedge the wheel during the cut. Do
not use the side of the wheel as a cutting surface and be
aware of kick-back from the saw.
• Make sure the tool is designed for the wheel direction
suitable for the job. Do not reverse the direction of the
wheel rotation by changing the direction of the oil ow.
• Always operate the tool within its rated capacity. Never
exceed the maximum operating speed marked on the
wheel.
• Do not operate the tool near ammable materials, sparks
can ignite ammable or combustible materials.
• Do not over-reach.
• Do not use the tool for applications for which it was not
designed.
• Keep the wheel off all surfaces when starting the saw.
• Do not attempt to adjust the ow control on the valve
handle.
• Know the location of buried or covered services before
starting work.
• Adjust the wheel guard so it is between you and the cut-
ting wheel.
• Never operate the tool when you are tired.
CUT-OFF WHEEL SAFETY
• Always inspect the cut-off wheels for possible damage be-
fore operating the tool. Do not use a wheel that is cracked
or otherwise damaged.
• Never transport or store the tool with the cut-off wheel
mounted on the saw.
• If the cut-off saw is dropped with a cutting wheel in-
stalled, thoroughly examine the cutting wheel before use.
• Make sure the cutting wheel is correctly mounted and
tightened before use.
• Operate the cut-off saw at no load for 30 seconds in a
safe position. If considerable vibration or other defects
are detected, stop operation of the tool immediately and
determine the cause. Do not use the tool until the defect
is corrected.
• Only use cutting wheels that comply with ANSI B7.5/
ISO 525, 603.
• Check that the maximum operating speed of the cutting
wheel is equal to or greater than the rated shaft speed
of the cut-off saw. Wheels must be rated at 4700 rpm
minimum.
• Warning: Hydraulic uid under pressure could cause
skin injection injury. If you are injured by hydraulic
uid, get medical attention immediately
• Always support and secure items being worked on.
• Caution when handling the work piece after cutting,
object can be hot and have sharp edges, use your per-
sonal protection equipment.
• Keep your work area clean and clear of tripping haz-
ards, oily surfaces and hoses laying about can be haz-
ardous.
• Make sure adequate lighting is always available.
• Never operate the tool if you cannot be sure that
underground utilities are not present. Underground
electrical utilities present an electrocution hazard.
Underground gas utilities present an explosion hazard.
Other underground utilities may present other hazards.
• Do not operate this tool in a potentially explosive envi-
ronment. Do not grind on vessels containing combustible
substances.
• Any use of this tool outside those stated in this manual
are forbidden.