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The charger is designed to operate on standard household electrical power (100 240 VAC). Do not attempt to use it
on any other voltage.
Additional Safety Warnings
Always ensure that the work piece to be sanded is firmly fixed in place.
Always remove battery during any transportation of the tool.
Do not allow the tool to free speed without taking precautions to protect surrounding people and objects in the event
that the abrasive or backing pad should come loose.
Read all instructions before using this tool. All operators must be fully trained in the proper, safe use of this tool.
All maintenance must be carried out by trained personnel. For service, contact a Mirka authorized service center.
If the tool appears to malfunction, stop using it immediately and arrange for service and repair.
Before changing the abrasive always disconnect the power source
Never carry, store or leave the tool unattended with the power source connected.
Keep hands clear of the spinning pad during use.
Always wear required personal safety protection in accordance with manufacturer s instructions and local/national
standards while using this tool.
Read the Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the working surface.
If any physical hand/wrist discomfort is experienced, stop working and seek medical attention. Hand, wrist and arm
injury may result from repetitive work, motion and overexposure to vibrations.
Additional information on battery and charger
Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks,
immediately discontinue use and do not recharge.
Safety warnings common for polishing
This power tool is intended to function as a polisher. Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and
specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
Operations such as grinding, sanding, wire brushing or cutting-off are not recommended to be performed with
this power tool. Operations for which the power tool was not designed may create a hazard and cause personal injury.
Do not convert this power tool to operate in a way which is not specifically designed and specified by the tool
manufacturer. Such a conversion may result in loss of control and cause serious personal injury.
Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer. Just
because the accessory can be attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe operation.
The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power tool.
Accessories running faster than their rated speed can break and fly apart.
The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the capacity rating of your power tool.
Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately guarded or controlled.
The dimensions of the accessory mounting must fit the dimension of the mounting hardware of the power tool.
Accessories that do not match the mounting hardware of the power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively
and may cause loss of control.
Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and
cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for loose or cracked wires. If power tool or accessory
is dropped, inspect for damage or install an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing an accessory,
position yourself and bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory and run the power tool at
maximum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart during this test time.
Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on application, use face shield, safety goggles or safety glasses.
As appropriate, wear dust mask, hearing protectors, gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small
abrasive or workpiece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various
operations. The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by your operation. Prolonged
exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. Anyone entering the work area must wear personal
protective equipment. Fragments of workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond
immediate area of operation.
Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged and your hand
or arm may be pulled into the spinning accessory.
Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to a complete stop. The spinning accessory may grab
the surface and pull the power tool out of your control.
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Mirka® ARP-B 300NV & Mirka® AROP-B 312NV