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BEFORE USE

•  Always check that the supply voltage is the same as 

the voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool 
(tools with a rating of 230V or 240V can also be con-
nected to a 220V supply)

•  Do not work with materials containing asbestos
•  Clamp the workpiece in case it does not remain sta-

tionary from its own weight

•  Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords 

with a capacity of 16 Amps (UK 13 Amps)

•  Wear protective glasses and gloves, hearing protec-

tion, a dust mask, and sturdy shoes; when neces-
sary, also wear an apron

•  Wear a dust protection mask when working with 

materials which produce dust that is detrimental to 
health; inform yourself beforehand about the materi-
als to be worked on

•  Ensure that the collet size corresponds with the 

shaft size of the accessory

•  Be sure tool is switched off when plugging in

DURING USE

•  Always keep the cord away from moving parts of the 

tool; direct the cord to the rear, away from the tool

•  Never use tool when cord is damaged; have it re-

placed by a quali

fi

 ed person

•  Never use spindle lock while tool is running (dam-

age due to improper handling will be excluded from 
the guarantee)

•  Keep hands away from rotating accessories
•  When grinding metal, sparks are generated; keep 

other persons and combustible material from work 
area

•  Keep ventilation slots uncovered
•  In case of electrical or mechanical malfunction, 

immediately switch off the tool and disconnect the 
plug

AFTER USE

•  The accessory continues to rotate for a short time 

after the tool has been switched off

•  Before you put down the tool, switch off the motor 

and ensure that all moving parts have come to a 
complete standstill

•  After switching off the tool, never stop the rotation of 

the accessory by a force applied against it

•  Store tool in locations where temperature will not 

exceed 50°C

WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG 
(U.K. ONLY):

•  Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) 

wire in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of 
the plug

•  If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of 

this tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left 
unattended

Your machine is double insulated in accord-
ance with  EN 50144; therefore no earthwire 
is required.

MAINTENANCE

Make sure that the machine is not live when 
carrying out maintenance work on the motor. 

Regularly clean the machine housing with a soft cloth, 
preferably after each use. Keep the ventilation slots 
free from dust and dirt.If the dirt does not come off use 
a soft cloth moistened with soapy water. Never use 
solvents such as petrol, alcohol, ammonia water, etc. 
These solvents may damage the plastic parts.
The machine requires no additional lubrication.
Should a fault occur, e.g. after wear of a part, please 
contact your local SBM Group dealer.

ENVIRONMENT

In order to prevent the machine from damage during 
transport, it is delivered in a sturdy packaging. Most of 
the packaging materials can be recycled. Take these 
materials to the appropriate recycling locations. Take 
your unwanted machines to your local SBM Group 
dealer. Here they will be disposed of in an environmen-
tally safe way.