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Cleco®
Safety
1 Safety
1.1 Warnings and notes
Warning notes are identied by a signal word and a pictogram.
The signal word indicates the severity and probability of the impending danger.•
The pictogram indicates the type of danger.•
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WARNING identies a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in serious
injury.
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CAUTION identies a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury or property and environmental damage.
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NOTE identies general information which may include application tips or useful information but no
hazardous situations.
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Important information that must be read and understood by all personnel installing, operating or
maintaining this equipment.
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1.2 Basic requirements for safe working practices
All personnel involved with the installation, operation or maintenance of these tools must read and
understand all safety instructions contained in this manual. Failure to comply with these instructions
could result in serious injury or property damage.
These safety instructions are not intended to be all inclusive. Study and comply with all applicable
National, State and Local regulations.
Abrasives:
Any abuse or misuse of the abrasive wheel or other material removal cutting devices used with this tool
is extremely dangerous.
The grinding wheels, rotary les and other material removal cutting devices used with this product are
not manufactured or supplied by Apex Tool Group, LLC. Consult and comply with the safety practices
provided by the manufacturer of those items.
Carefully determine if there is a maximum speed marked for the cutter. If there is, this speed MUST BE
GREATER than the rated speed of the tool.
Grinding Wheel Inspection: All grinding wheels should be closely inspected before installation and
use. Consult the safety procedures of the grinding wheel manufacturer.
Proper Mounting: Consult and comply with the safety instructions of the cutting wheel manufacturer.
Insure the proper spindle, anges and guards are present on the tool.