Powerplus POWXQ5390 CUT-OFF SAW FOR METAL 2000W 355MM EN - Manual (Page 6)

POWXQ5390 EN
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 Stopping the spinning cut-off wheel by lateral pressure is not allowed.
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The work piece to be cut must be firmly held in the clamping jig, so that it cannot move
during the cutting process.
 Do not cut undersized work pieces.
 Support long work pieces with roller blocks.
 Large, round or irregularly shaped work pieces must have additional clamping
arrangements. Use G-clamps and blocks to firmly hold the work piece in place.
 The part of the work piece to be sawn off must be able to move freely. It may not be held
or clamped, and no length stop may be used in this regard. It could wedge against the
cut-off wheel and pose a risk of accident.
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When using this device keep your fingers a safe distance from the cutting area.
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Never saw with an unsupported hand.
 Never cut more than one work piece at a time.
 For safety reasons always operate this device using two hands. Do not use this machine
if standing on a step/platform.
 Always wait until the cut-off wheel has come to a complete stop before switching on the
device again or making adjustments.
 Never touch the cut material until it has cooled down. – Risk of burns!
 Always keep the motor ventilation slots clear and clean.
 Set up the machine so that there is enough operating room and room to guide the work
piece.
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Never let other people stand behind the saw or close to the work piece, as there is a risk
of waste material being thrown out.
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You must wait until the cut-off wheel has achieved the maximum number of revolutions
before using the saw.
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Flying sparks from the cutting work may cause injuries and ignite flammable materials.
 Never put your hands in the running machine when guiding or removing a work piece.
 You must comply with the stated maximum and minimum dimensions of work pieces.
 Only remove filings, waste and work pieces when the machine has come to a complete
stop.
 The motor will automatically shut off if overloaded. After a cooling down period of around
5 minutes the thermal circuit breaker will allow resumption of operation.
 Only use cut-off wheels dimensioned for 3,500 rpm or higher.
 Never use a circular saw blade or other toothed saw blades in the machine.
 Replace worn or damaged cut-off wheels at once.
7 RESIDUAL RISKS
 Even during approved operation of this device the following residual risks exist:
 Risk of injury by the freely running cut-off wheel in the workplace.
 Danger from a fractured cut-off wheel.
 Injury from ejected/emitted waste, work pieces, noise and dust. Always wear personal
safety equipment such as safety goggles, ear protection and dust mask.
 Dust and many fumes generated when cutting may pose a health hazard. In order to limit
health risks, always work in a well-ventilated area or room.
 Risk of electric shock due to non-approved cabling. Avoid making contact with earthed
devices such as pipes, radiators, stoves etc.
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Lung damage from failure to wear a suitable dust mask.
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Damage to hearing due to failure to wear appropriate ear protection.
 Health problems resulting from hand-arm vibrations if using the device for a long period of
time or if the device is not properly controlled and maintained.
 Warning! This power tool generates an electro-magnetic field during operation. Under
certain circumstances, this field may interfere with active or passive medical implants. In
order to reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries, we recommend that persons with