Page 22 - Bullard Abrasives Product Catalog 2020

SAFETY
ALWAYS
BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER
BEFORE - OPERATION SAFETY
» Always inspect the wheel for possible damage before use, DO NOT use wheels you suspect are damaged
» Check the Max RPM on the wheel and the manufacturer’s rating on the power tool to confirm wheel speed is EQUAL or ABOVE the speed of the tool
» Check that the wheel guard is correctly mounted on the tool and that the guard has not been altered or damaged
» For tools designed for type 1 cut off wheels, make sure the mounting flanges are in good condition, of equal size, and of a size approximating 1/3 of the diameter of the cut off wheel
DURING - OPERATION SAFETY
» Always make sure that the tool guard covers at least one-half of the wheel
» Always allow newly mounted wheels to run at operating speed, with the guard in place, for at least one minute before grinding
» Always wear safety glasses and face shields when grinding and cutting
» Always follow other safety instructions represented by the icons on the wheel label and/or the safety message on the material being ground or cut
AFTER - STORAGE SAFETY
» Always store wheels in a dry place at reasonably constant temperature » Always store Type 1 cut off wheels flat to avoid warpage
» Always check used abrasive wheels for any damage and discard any wheel with minor signs of damage
» Always clean and check the power tool and machine guard for any possible damage before storage
WARNING:
GRINDING WHEELS IMPROPERLY USED ARE DANGEROUS!
FAILURE TO OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!
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