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power tool at maximum no-load speed for one minute.

 

Damaged accessories will normally break apart during 

this test time.

h)  Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on 

application, use face shield, safety goggles or safety 

glasses. As appropriate, wear dusk mask, hearing 

protectors, gloves and workshop apron capable of 

stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments.

 The 

eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris 

generated by various operations. The dust mask or 

respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated 

by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity 

noise may cause hearing loss.

i)   Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. 

Anyone entering the work area must wear personal 

protective equipment.

 

Fragments of workpiece or of a 

broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond 

immediate area of operation.

j)   Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only, 

when performing an operation where the cutting 

accessory may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.

 

Cutting accessory contacting a "live" wire may make 

exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and shock 

the operator.

k)  Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory.

 If you 

lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your 

hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory.

l)   Never lay the power tool down until the accessory  

has come to a complete stop. 

The spinning accessory  

may grab the surface and pull the power tool out of  

your control.

m)   Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your side. 

Accidental contact with the spinning accessory could 

snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body.

n)  Regularly clean the power tool's air vents. 

The motor's 

fan will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive 

accumulation of powdered metal may cause electrical 

hazards.

o)  Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials.

 

Sparks could ignite these materials.

p)  Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants.

 

Using water or other liquid coolants may result in 

electrocution or shock.

Kickback and related warnings

Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged 

rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory. 

Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating 

accessory which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool 

to be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory's 

rotation at the point of the binding.
For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched 

by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering 

into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material 

causing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may 

either jump toward or away from the operator, depending on 

direction of the wheel's movement at the point of pinching. 

Abrasive wheels may also break under these conditions.
Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect 

operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by 

taking proper precautions as given below.

a

)  Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position your 

body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. 

Always use auxiliary handle, if provided, for maximum 

control over kickback or torque reaction during start-up.

 

The operator can control torque reactions or kickback 

forces, if proper precautions are taken.

b)  Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.

 

Accessory may kickback over your hand.

c)  Do not position your body in the area where power tool 

will move if kickback occurs.

 

Kickback will propel the 

tool in direction opposite to the wheel's movement at the 

point of snagging.

d)  Use special care when working corners, sharp edges 

etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory.

 

Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to 

snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or 

kickback.

Summary of Contents for POL1450M

Page 1: ...Black Cyan Magenta Yellow Code POL1450M Date 070706 Edition 3 Op BN ...

Page 2: ...or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be repaired or replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply Proof of purchase is essential We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified This warranty does not include damage or defects to the tool caused by or resulting from abuse accidents alterations or comme...

Page 3: ...ctured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate and with proper care it will give you many years of dependable service CAUTION Carefully read through this entire Instruction Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool Take special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings Your GMC power tool has many features that...

Page 4: ...or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alco...

Page 5: ...ure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Additional safety rules for angle grinders a This power tool is intended to function as a grinder sanding polishing or cut off tool Read all safety warnings instructions illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury b Operation...

Page 6: ...al may cause electrical hazards o Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials Sparks could ignite these materials p Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants Using water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocution or shock Kickback and related warnings Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating wheel backing pad brush or any other accessory Pinchin...

Page 7: ...rent from grinding wheel flanges e Do not use worn down wheels from larger power tools Wheel intended for larger power tool is not suitable for the higher speed of a smaller tool and may burst Safety warnings specific for sanding operations a Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc paper Follow manufacturers recommendations when selecting sanding paper Larger sanding paper extending beyond t...

Page 8: ...All other applications are expressly ruled out 1 Motor housing 2 Spindle lock button 3 Variable speed dial 4 Rear handle 5 Soft grip 6 Mounting points for the multi position front handle 7 On Off switch 8 Lock off button 9 Multi position front handle 10 Rubber disc 11 Polishing sponge 12 Polishing bonnet 13 Sanding disc 14 Grinding disc 15 Disc guard 16 Inner flange 17 Outer flange 8 ...

Page 9: ...cations 1 Fit the guard 15 onto the spindle collar and rotate to the required working position The closed side of the guard must always be facing the operator 2 Insert the guard securing screw and tighten using the matching nut Use the supplied Allen key to securely tighten the screw 3 Place the inner flange 16 onto the spindle making sure it fits securely 4 Ensure that the non threaded inner flan...

Page 10: ...worn down grinding can be conducted in either direction 5 Once the grinding or cutting is finished remove the disc from the work piece To turn the tool off release the on off trigger switch The lock off button 8 will re engage 6 The tool will stop Please note that the disc continues to spin for a few seconds even though the switch is turned off Keep hands well away from the moving disc Do not plac...

Page 11: ... rather than applying pressure The weight of the tool alone provides sufficient pressure 4 After completing the application turn the sander off To turn the tool off let go of the on off trigger switch 7 The lock off button 8 will re engage The tool will stop Please note that the disc continues to spin for a few seconds even though the switch is turned off Keep hands well away from the moving disc ...

Page 12: ...c and tool are in good condition Plug the cordset into the mains socket 2 To start the tool depress the lock off button 8 and squeeze the on off trigger switch 7 Note Once the tool has started there is no need to maintain pressure on the lock off button 3 Do not overload the tool so that the disc slows down Let the tool do the work rather than applying pressure The weight of the tool alone provide...

Page 13: ...aring all the safety gear and that you face the polisher away from you Maintenance All the bearings are sealed ball bearings lubricated for life and require no maintenance Power cord maintenance If the supply cord needs replacing the task must be carried out by the manufacturer the manufacturer s agent or an authorised service centre in order to avoid a safety hazard Cleaning 1 Keep the tool s air...

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Page 16: ...ew Zealand 7am 7pm 7days a week AEST Please note that if repair or replacement is required you must provide a valid original purchase receipt You will need the following details at hand to log your service request Personal details First Last name address pick up address contact phone numbers email address Product details Product number date of purchase retailer bought from State postcode receipt n...

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