Kickbackand lock-in
When working with the Power Cut there is a danger of kickback and
Kickback occurs when the top of the cutting disc is used for
cutting (15).
This causes the Power Cut to be thrown back toward the user with great force and out of control. Risk of injury!
To prevent kickback, observe the following:
Never cut with the section of the cutting disc shown in figure 15.
Be especially careful when reinserting the disc into cuts that have already been started!
This causes the Power Cut to suddenly jump forward, out of control and with great force. Risk of injury!
To prevent lock-in, observe the following:
When reinserting the disc into previous cuts, have the Power Cut running at top speed. Always cut at top speed.
Always support the workpiece so that the cut is under tension (16), so that the cut does not press together and jam the cutting disc as it proceeds through the material.
When starting a cut, apply the disc to the workpiece with care. Do not just shove it into the material.
Never cut more than one piece at a time! When cutting, make sure that no other workpiece comes into contact.
Working behavior / Method of working
-Only use the Power Cut during good light and visibility periods. Be aware of slippery or wet areas, and of ice and snow (risk of slipping).
-Never work on unstable surfaces. Make sure that there are no obstacles in the working area, risk of stumbling. Always ensure that you have a safe footing.
-Never cut above your shoulder height (17).
-Never stand on a ladder to cut (17).
-Never use the Power Cut while standing on scaffolding.
-Do not lean over too far when working. When putting down and picking up the Power Cut, do not bend over from the waist, but instead bend in the knees. Save your back!
-Guide the Power Cut in such a way that no part of your body is within the extended swing range of the disc (18).
-Use cutting discs only for the materials for which they are designed!
-Use cutting discs only for the materials for which they are designed. Do not use the Power Cut to lift up and shovel away pieces of material and other objects.
Important! Before cutting, remove all foreign objects, such as rocks, gravel, nails etc. from the cutting area. Otherwise, such objects can be flung away by the disc with great speed. Injury hazard!
-When cutting workpieces down to length use a firm support. If necessary, secure the workpiece from slipping, but do not steady it with your foot or allow another person to hold it.
- | When cutting round items, alwayssecure them against rotation. | 18 | |
- | When guiding the Power Cut by hand, use the side mounting | ||
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position of the cutter attachment only when actually necessary. Otherwise, always use the central position. This gives the unit a better balance, for reduced operator fatigue.
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