DeWalt DWE4016 Original Instructions Manual page 24

EngLIsh
• Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual
prior to operation.
Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
a
Read instruction manual before use.
g
Wear ear protection.
f
Wear eye protection.
n
Visible radiation. Do not stare into light.
Date Code Position (Fig. A)
The date code 10 , which also includes the year of manufacture,
is printed into the housing.
Example:
2020 XX XX
Year and week of Manufacture
Description (Fig. A)

WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
On/off switch
1
Spindle lock button
2
Guard
3
Side handle
4
Intended Use
Your grinder has been designed for professional
grinding applications.
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These heavy‑duty angle grinders are professional power tools.
DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
this tool.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with this product.
Soft Start Feature
The soft start feature allows a slow speed build‑up to avoid an
initial jerk when starting. This feature is particularly useful when
working in confined spaces.
No‑Volt
The No‑volt function stops the grinder restarting without the
switch being cycled if there is a break in the power supply.
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ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from power
source before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start‑up can cause injury.
Attaching Side Handle (Fig. B)

WARNING: Before using the tool, check that the handle is
tightened securely.

WARNING: The side handle should always be used to
maintain control of the tool at all times.
Screw the side handle 4 tightly into one of the holes
either side of the gear case.
Mounting and Removing the Guard (Fig. C)

CAUTION: Guards must be used with this grinder.
To Mount the Guard
1. Place the angle grinder on a table, spindle up.
2. Press the guard 3 down (Fig. C1).
3. Position the guard between your body and workpiece.
4. Tight the screw 7 holding the cinch collar firmly around the
neck of spindle (Fig. C2)
To Remove the Guard
1. Loosen the screw 7 holding the cinch collar around the
neck of the spindle.
2. Lift up on the guard.
Fitting and Removing a Grinding Disc
(Fig. A, D, E)

WARNING: Do not use a damaged disc.
1. Place the tool on a table, guard up.
2. Fit the backing flange 8 correctly onto the spindle
(Fig. D).
3. Place the disc 10 on the flange
a raised centre, make sure that the raised centre
the flange 8 .
4. Screw the outer flange 12
ring on the flange 13 must face towards the disc when
fitting a grinding disc.
5. Press the spindle lock button
until it locks in position.
6. Tighten the flange 12 with the provided hex wrench.
7. Release the spindle lock.
8. To remove the disc, loosen the flange
hex wrench.
Prior to Operation
• Install the guard and appropriate disc or wheel. Do not use
excessively worn discs or wheels.
• Be sure the inner and outer flange are mounted correctly.
Follow the instructions given in the Grinding and Cutting
Accessory Chart.
6 on
9
8 . When fitting a disc with
11 is facing
onto the spindle 9 (Fig. E). The
and rotate the spindle
2 9
12 with the provided