Ryobi EAG2000-G User Manual Download

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designed for the selected wheel.

Wheels for

which the power tool was not designed cannot be
adequately guarded and are unsafe.

The guard must be securely attached to the
power tool and positioned for maximum safety,
so the least amount of wheel is exposed
towards the operator.

The guard helps to protect

operator from broken wheel fragments and
accidental contact with wheel.

Wheels must be used only for recommended
applications. For example, do not grind with
the side of cut-off wheel.

Abrasive cut-off wheels

are intended for peripheral grinding, side forces
applied to these wheels may cause them to shatter.

Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are
of correct size and shape for your selected
wheel.

Proper wheel Ä anges support the wheel

thus reducing the possibility of wheel breakage.
Flanges for cut-off wheels may be different from
grinding wheel Ä anges.

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.

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.

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.

Never place your hand near the rotating
accessory.

Accessory may kickback over your

hand.

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.

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.

Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade
or toothed saw blade.

Such blades create

frequent kickback and loss of control.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR
GRINDING OPERATIONS

a. Check that the speed marked on the grinding

wheel is equal to or greater than the rated speed
of the tool.

b. Ensure that the dimensions of the grinding wheel

are compatible with the tool and that the wheel Ì ts
the spindle.

c. Grinding wheels must be stored in a dry place.
d. Do not store objects on top of the grinding wheels.
e. Grinding wheels must not be used for any

operation other than grinding.

f. Inspect the grinding wheel before use to ensure

that it is not chipped or cracked. Chips or cracks
can cause the wheels to shatter, resulting in
possible serious injury.

g. Ensure that the grinding wheel is correctly mounted

and tightened before use and run the tool at no-
load speed for 30 seconds in a safe position. Stop
immediately if there is considerable vibration or if
other defects are detected. If this condition occurs,
check the tool to determine the cause.

h. Do not use separate reducing bushings or adapters

to adapt large hole grinding wheels.

i. Check that the workpiece is properly supported.
j. Ensure that sparks resulting from use do not create

a hazard e.g. do not hit people, or ignite Ä ammable
substances.

k. Always use protective safety glasses and ear

protectors.

l. Use other personal protective equipment such as

gloves, apron and helmet when necessary.

m. Never place the tool on the Ä oor or other surfaces

while it is running. Grinding wheels continue to
rotate after the tool is switched off. Never touch
the wheel or place it on the Ä oor or other surfaces
while it is rotating.

n. The Ä ange and clamp nut must have same outer

diameter.

o. Use the tool only for approved applications. Never

use coolants or water or use the tool as a Ì xed