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Grinding or other use of this tool may produce hazardous
fumes and/or dust. To avoid adverse health effects utilize
adequate ventilation and/or a respirator. Read the material
safety data sheet of any materials involved in the grinding
process.
Cleco grinders are designed to operate on 90 psig (6.2 bar)
max. air pressure. If the tool is properly sized and applied,
higher air pressure is unnecessary. Excessive air pressure
increases the loads and stresses on the tool parts and may
result in breakage. Installation of a filter-regulator-lubrica-
tor in the air supply line is highly recommended.
Never use the air hose for supporting, lifting, or lowering the
tool. Use a safety line or cable on the tool when working in
elevated areas.
Before tool is connected to air supply, check throttle for
proper operation, i.e., throttle moves freely and returns to
closed position. Be careful not endanger adjacent person-
nel, clear air hose of accumulated dust and moisture. Use
protective barriers where necessary — hot sparks can
burn. Barriers also help reduce noise levels. Before
removing tool from service or changing accessories, make
sure air line is shut off and drained of air to prevent the tool
from operating if the throttle is accidently engaged. The use
of a self-relieving valve for this purpose is highly recom-
mended.
The wheel guard is designed to prevent serious injury to the
operator in the event of wheel failure and must not be
modified in any way. Any wheel guard that is damaged or
bent must be replaced.
NOTE: The grinder must be held so that the opening in the
guard is away from the operator.
For your safety and the safety of others, read and under-
stand the safety recommendations before operating any
grinder.
Always wear protective equipment and clothing.
Caution: Faceshields do not provide unlimited protection
against flying particles and are not to be considered as eye
protection. ANSI Z87.1 states that separate eyewear shall
be used. For additional information on eye protection, refer
to Federal OSHA Regulations, 29 CFR, Section 1910.133,
Eye and Face Protection, and ANSI Z87.1, Occupational
and Educational Eye and Face Protection. This standard is
available from the American National Standards Institute,
Inc., 11 West 42nd street, New York, NY 10036.
Hearing protection is recommended in high noise areas
(above 85 dBA). Close proximity of additional tools, reflec-
tive surfaces, process noises, and resonant structures can
substantially contribute to the sound level experienced by
the operator. Proper hearing conservation measures, in-
cluding annual audiograms and training in the use and fit of
hearing protection devices may be necessary. For addi-
tional information on hearing protection, refer to Federal
OSHA Regulations, 29 CFR, Section 1910.95, Occupa-
tional Noise Exposure, and American National Standards
Institute, ANSI S12.6, Hearing Protectors.
• Gloves and other protective clothing should be worn
as required.
• Do not wear clothing that may restrict movement,
become entangled or in any way interfere with the
safe operation of grinders.
Safety Recommendations
WARNING!
Impact resistant eye protection
must be worn while operating
or working near this tool.
CAUTION!
Personal hearing protection is
recommended when operating
or working near this tool.
WARNING
!
Wear respirator where
necessary.
WARNING!
Do not operate without proper
wheel guard in place.