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8 Inch Benchtop Buffer Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Item #61455 READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
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Thank you very much for choosing an Ironton™ product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________________ Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
Table of Contents Intended Use ............................4 Technical Specifications ........................4 Important Safety Information ....................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings ....................... 6 Grounding .............................. 6 Extension Cords ............................ 7 Main Parts of Benchtop Buffer ......................8 Assembly Instructions .......................... 8 Before Each Use ............................ 9 Operating Instructions ........................
Intended Use The Ironton 8 Inch Benchtop Buffer is ideal for buffing and polishing copper, steel, brass, nickel, silver, and chrome-plated products. Technical Specifications Property Specification Rate 110V Motor 3/4 HP Speed 3450 RPM Wheel Size 8 in. x 5/8 in.
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contact will cause electrical shock. Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow children to handle the product. Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your work area.
Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with another tool.
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration. Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two-Prong Plugs Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code.
10-12 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 12-16 14 AWG 12 AWG NOT RECOMMENDED When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. ...
Mounting Holes Before attempting to use this buffer, it must be properly mounted to a workbench or grinding stand. Note: Bench buffers vibrate. Buffer movement during high-speed rotation may cause injury to the operator or damage to the workpiece. Mount the buffer securely to a sturdy workbench or grinding stand.
Operating Instructions ⚠WARNING Always wear eye protection. Only use accessories rated at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the tool. Do not modify the tool in any way. Do not wear gloves, jewelry, or loose clothing. ...
Maintain the buffer by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures. It is recommended that the general condition of any tool be examined before it is used. Keep your tool in good repair. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
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Failure Possible Cause Corrective Action Utilize an extension cord of appropriate Extension cord too long and of gauge and length or plug tool directly insufficient gauge (weight). into outlet. Inspect connections on motor for loose Short circuit in motor or loose or shorted terminals or worn insulation.
Parts Diagram Parts List Part Number Part Description Quantity Outside Clamp Cloth Wheel Flannel Wheel Inside Clamp End Bell Stator Stator Housing Rotor Bearing Bush End Bell Switch Panel Screw End Bell Switch Tooth Washer Lock Washer Screw End Bell Rubber Foot Screw End Bell Flat Washer...
Part Number Part Description Quantity Screw Attachment Plug Cable Cord Bushing Cord Bushing Plate Screw Lock Washer Ground Terminal Wire Nut Flat Washer Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or ''Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only (''You'' or ''Your'') that the Ironton product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase.
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Distributed by: Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc. Burnsville, Minnesota 55306 www.northerntool.com Made in China Page 16 of 16...
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