" (3.9 mm) Weight: 6 lb 7 oz (2.92 kg) Need Assistance? Call us on our toll free customer support line: 1-800-689-9928 Technical questions Replacement parts Parts missing from package Imported by Mastercraft Canada Toronto, Canada M4S 2B8...
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. This instruction manual includes the following: General Safety Rules Specific Safety Rules and Symbols ...
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WEAR A DUST MASK THAT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL IN A DUSTY ENVIRONMENT. WARNING: Dust that is created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may contain chemicals that are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other genetic abnormalities.
POWER TOOL SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES Avoid contact between the operator's body and grounded surfaces such as pipes, WARNING: radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There Read and understand is an increased risk of electric shock if the all instructions. Failure to follow all operator's body is grounded.
POWER TOOL SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY – cont’d Disconnect the plug from the outlet before making any adjustments, changing Avoid accidental start-ups. Verify that the accessories, or storing the tool. Such switch is in the OFF position before preventive safety measures reduce the risk plugging in the tool.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING: Grinding disc and guard must be securely Know your angle attached as described in this Owner’s grinder. Read the Owner’s Manual carefully. Learn the tool’s applications Manual before connecting the grinder to the power source. Failure to do so will and limitations, as well as the specific increase the risk of serious injury if the potential hazards related to this tool.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Do not over tighten the clamp nut on the If an extension cord is used with this angle grinding disc. Excessive tightening may grinder, verify that it is in good condition. cause the disc to crack and possibly When using an extension cord, be sure to shatter during operation.
SYMBOLS WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the angle grinder. Study these symbols and learn their meanings. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool. Direct current Volts Amperes No load speed Alternating or direct Hertz...
KNOW YOUR ANGLE GRINDER Spindle locking Air vents button Quick release guard clamp lever Side handle Multiple function Disc switch Disc Guard flange ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES CONTENTS Carefully unpack the angle grinder. WARNING: Use only grinding Compare the contents against the “ANGLE discs that are recommended for this GRINDER COMPONENTS”...
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION WARNING: Always disconnect your angle grinder from the power source when replacing grinding discs, adjusting the guard, cleaning or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the angle grinder will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTALLING THE GUARD – cont’d Align the guard clamp key (3) with the slot in the spindle housing (4). Slide the guard clamp over the spindle housing until the blade guard is fully seated on the spindle housing. NOTE: Rotate the guard so it is positioned correctly depending upon the location of the side handle in Fig.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTALLING A GRINDING DISC WARNING: Use correct size grinding disc. Never use a grinding disc thinner than 5/32" (3.9 mm). Depress the spindle lock button (1) and rotate the clamp nut (2) until spindle locks (Fig. 4). Turn the clamp nut counter clockwise and remove it from spindle.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION POSITIONING THE GUARD WARNING: The guard must be Handle on positioned correctly to protect the left side operator. Rotate the guard to the correct position as noted in Fig. 5 or Fig. 6 at right. The guard placement depends upon where your hand is positioned on the handle.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING DANGER: Never attach a wood cutting or carving blade of any type to this angle grinder. It is designed for grinding metal only. Use for any other purpose is not recommended and creates a hazard which will result in serious injury.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION GRINDING Always select and use grinding discs that are recommended for the material to be ground. Make sure that the minimum operating speed of the grinding disc selected is not less than 11,000 RPM. Secure all work before beginning the grinding operation.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION GRINDING – cont’d For best results keep the grinder tilted at an angle of between 5° and 15° and continuously moving at a steady, consistent pace. Move the grinder side to side or forward and backward over the work area.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL LUBRICATION WARNING: When servicing, use All of the bearings in this tool are only identical replacement parts. The lubricated with a sufficient amount of high- use of any other parts may create a grade lubricant for the life of the unit under hazard or cause damage to the product.
PARTS LIST ® WARNING: When servicing, use only Mastercraft replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the angle grinder. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this angle grinder may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
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PARTS LIST Key # Part # Part Name Quantity 13194-26 Hex locknut M8x6 13194-27 Pinion 13194-28 Bearing rubber ring 13194-29 Ball Bearing 6000.RS 13194-30 Bearing cover 13194-31 Armature 13194-32 Dustproof ring 13194-33 Ball Bearing 608.Z 13194-34 Bearing bush 13194-35 Baffle 13194-36 Topping Screw ST4X70C 13194-37...
3-Year Limited Warranty This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials, except for the following components: Component A: Batteries, chargers and carrying cases, which are guaranteed for a period of 2 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials;...
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3-Year Limited Warranty These warranties are subject to the following conditions and limitations: This Mastercraft product is guaranteed for a period of 3 years from the date of original retail purchase against defects in workmanship and materials, except for the...
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