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Safety Precautions
The Bycon Floor Grinder has been designed to minimize noise, vibration levels and to
provide maximum operator safety. However, incorrect use of the grinder may cause
serious injury and therefore the following precautions must be taken:
1. Do not use the grinder for longer than prescribed in your local environmental
working regulations, as the noise load from extensive daily use may result in hearing
damage.
2. Always use hearing protection, goggles, gloves and appropriate footwear.
3. Do not modify the grinder in any manner. Do not use a machine that has been
modified by anyone other than the manufacturer or authorized dealers.
4. Do not add weight to the machine. Use different grinding plates to achieve the
desired grinding performance.
5. Do not operate the grinder with the grinding head raised any higher than necessary.
i.e. tipped back on handle.
6. Always be sure that folding handle latch is secure and has not become loose during
use.
7. During normal use the machine is exposed to vibration. Occasionally check
machine for bolts/nuts which may have vibrated loose.
8. Do not allow water or flammable materials to enter the interior of the Motor.
Respirable Silica Dust Warning
Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials can generate
dust, mists and fumes containing chemicals known to cause serious or fatal injury or
illness, such as respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
If you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with the particular process and/or
material being cut or the composition of the tool being used, review the Safety Data
Sheets (SDS) and/or consult your employer, the manufacturers/suppliers,
governmental agencies such as OSHA and NIOSH and other sources on hazardous
materials.
Use engineering controls to control dust, mist and fumes at the source wherever
possible. Use good work practices and follow the recommendations of the
manufacturers/suppliers, OSHA/NIOSH, and occupational and trade associations.
Water should be used for dust suppression when wet grinding/cutting/drilling is
feasible. When the hazards from inhalation of dust, mists and fumes cannot be
eliminated, the operator and any bystanders should always wear a respirator
approved by NIOSH/MSHA for the material being used.
Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete and other materials containing silica may
generate dust or mists containing crystalline silica. Silica is a basic component of sand,
