6 ► GR30 User Manual
• Warning: Hydraulic uid under pressure could cause
skin injection injury. If you are injured by hydraulic
uid, get medical attention immediately.
• Keep the wheel off all surfaces when starting the
grinder.
• Always carry the tool with the wheel stopped.
• Make sure the wheel has stopped before setting
down the tool.
• Keep the handles clean and free of uid at all times.
• Always inspect wheels for possible damage before
installation.
• Never transport or store the tool with the wheel
mounted on the grinder.
• Never cock, jam or wedge the wheel during opera-
tion.
• Never cause sparks in the vicinity of ammable ma-
terials.
• Do not operate the tool with the wheel guard re-
moved.
• Do not start grinding until you have a clear work
area and secure footing.
• Do not allow other persons near the tool when start-
ing or cutting.
• Never operate the tool when you are tired or fa-
tigued.
• Do not use a wheel that is cracked or otherwise
damaged.
• Always use wheels that conform to the specica-
tions given in the Operation section of this manual.
• Do not reverse wheel rotation direction by changing
uid ow direction.
• Always support and secure items being worked on.
• Caution when handling the work piece after grind-
ing, object can be hot and have sharp edges, use
your personal protection equipment.
• Keep your work area clean and clear of tripping haz-
ards, oily surfaces and hoses laying about can be
hazardous.
• 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 haz-
ard. Other underground utilities may present other
hazards.
• Do not operate this tool in a potentially explosive en-
vironment. Do not grind on vessels containing com-
bustible substances.
• Any use of this tool outside those stated in this man-
ual are forbidden.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS