how should i handle and store the cutting wheel ?

How should I handle and store the wheels?

■ All abrasives wheels are fragile. They should be handled with care.

■ Wheel should be stored on a flat, rigid surface, avoiding damp and frost or wide variation in temperature.

■ Use the oldest wheels (on “first in, first out” basis)

How should I protect myself?

Eye protection

Ear protection (ear sets)

Hand protection (gloves)

Lung protection (dust mask, also called respirator)

■ Never remove the protective machine guard and make sure it is properly adjusted to deflect debris away from you.

■ Ensure that no other person is at risk, especially near the machine while working.

How should I handle the cutting wheel after use?

■ Before storing the machine or transporting it to another location, always remove the wheel and store it as recommended.

■ Always carefully examine the wheel for damage or defects, and destroy and discard if damaged.

■ Do not fit worn out wheels on a smaller machine. Destroy them.

■ If the wheel does not bear a legible expiry date, or has exceeded this date, dispose it as recommended below.

■ When disposing of worn out or defective wheels, it is recommended to damage them to prevent someone from removing them from waste and re-using them.