Ryobi AG402 Operator's Manual

4-1/2 in. angle grinder double insulated
Hide thumbs Also See for AG402:

Advertisement

Your
angle grinder has
been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
4-1/2 in. ANGLE GRINDER
DOUBLE INSULATED
AG402

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Ryobi AG402

  • Page 1 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for your purchase. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR’S MANUAL 4-1/2 in. ANGLE GRINDER DOUBLE INSULATED AG402...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in your RYOBI tool for a period of two years from the date of purchase. With the exception of batteries, power tool accessories are warranted for ninety (90) days.
  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA  Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. ...
  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    SERVICE  Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.  Always use proper guard with grinding wheel. A guard protects operator from broken wheel fragments. ...
  • Page 5: Symbols

    Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current No Load Speed...
  • Page 6: Symbols

    To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand com- pletely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for assistance.
  • Page 7: Electrical

    DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three- wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.
  • Page 8: Features

    SIDE HANDLE The side handle can be installed on the left or right side of the grinder, depending on operator preference, for stabili- zation and must be used during all operations. In addition to maintaining safe control during use, the side handle also provides convenient ease of operation for the operator.
  • Page 9: Assembly

     Insert the side handle into the desired operating position.  Securely tighten by turning the side handle clockwise. NOTE: You can install the handle on the left or right side of the grinder depending on operator preference. SIDE HANDLE LOOSEN TIGHTEN Fig.
  • Page 10: Operation

    SLIDE SWITCH See Figure 3. To turn the angle grinder ON, press the slide switch forward. To the lock the grinder in the ON position, depress front of switch To turn it OFF, push slide switch forward. CAUTION Never cover air vents. They must always be open for proper motor cooling.
  • Page 11  Keep the angle grinder moving so that an excessive amount of material is not removed from one area.  If the angle grinder is held in one spot too long, it will gouge and cut grooves in the workpiece.
  • Page 12: Adjustments

    GUARD ADJUSTMENT See Figure 6 - 8. Never use the angle grinder without the guard in place and properly adjusted.  Unplug the angle grinder.  Using the wrench provided, loosen and remove flange nut, accessory wheel, and disc flange from spindle if necessary.
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    GUARD REPLACEMENT See Figure 9. After extended use, the guard may become worn and need adjustment or replacing. Or, if you drop the angle grinder and damage the guard, it may be necessary to replace it. MAINTENANCE To replace the guard: ...
  • Page 14 • HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: • MODEL NUMBER • SERIAL NUMBER Ryobi is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license. ® 983000-997 06-07-07 (REV:01) OPERATOR’S MANUAL 4-1/2 in. ANGLE GRINDER...

Table of Contents