Rotary Tool Introduction

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This is the content required for an introduction to our rotary tool - reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a tutor! It will make it a lot quicker though ;-)

Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the machine's manual, if available (should be linked from its InfoBox).

Safety

Dangers

• generation of hot sparks that are expelled in varying directions
• sparks fly very far and deposit themselves as fine dust
• the workpiece heats up and stays hot for a while
• has no prevention of turning on after loss & restoration of power (keine Anlaufsicherung)
• metal dust can be a health hazard when inhaled
• aluminum can clog an abrasive disc and cause it to overheat until it breaks

Precautions

• wear goggles to protect your eyes
• wear ear defenders if its too loud normally you don't need them
• wear a proper dust mask when working with a rotary tool
• wear suitable gloves to prevent burns from sparks or the workpiece
• put the workpiece in a vise or clamp it down during grinding
• if the power has been lost for whatever reason, always return the power button to the "off" position before restoring it!
• be prepared for kickback
• do not attempt to vacuum up sparks! The dust collection bag could catch fire
• do not use abrasive discs on aluminum