WerkMaster Scarab Manual

WerkMaster Scarab Manual

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Handheld Variable Speed Grinder & Polisher
The Ideal Machine for Countertops, Floors,
Stairs and Ledges

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  • Page 1 Handheld Variable Speed Grinder & Polisher The Ideal Machine for Countertops, Floors, Stairs and Ledges...
  • Page 2 Go from dry grinding to wet polishing and cutting with the addition of our simple to connect Water Feature. FULL PLATE TOOLING Use with WerkMaster 3” (76mm) full plate diamond abrasive tooling, resins and buffing pads. Versatile, quick, and easy to install and remove.
  • Page 3       OPERATOR’S MANUAL ™ IMPORTANT: Read before using your new Scarab WerkMaster Grinders and Sanders Inc. 6932 Greenwood Street, Burnaby, BC V5A 1X8 tel: 604.629.8700 | toll free: 1.866.373.WERK | fax: 604.444.4231 www.werkmaster.com | email: support@werkmaster.com    ...
  • Page 4 WerkMaster will not in any event be liable to the user, any successors in interest or any beneficiary or assignee relating to this sale for any consequential,...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS       Introduction  .....................  1   Machine   D escription  ..................  1   Specifications   ....................  1     Safety   P recautions  .....................  2   Personal   S afety   ......................   2   Physical  ...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    WerkMaster Scarab.   MACHINE DESCRIPTION WerkMaster machines include the Scarab, Termite XT, Viper XT, Raptor XT, TITAN XT, COLOSSOS XT models. To see the complete family of WerkMaster machines visit our website at www.werkmaster.com. Scarab •...
  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

      Read this manual and all safety precautions before attempting to operate your WerkMaster Scarab. Failure to follow the safety precautions could result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “variable speed grinder/polisher” refers to your main-operated (corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.
  • Page 8: Safety Rules

    Hold the tool firmly with both hands. Do not drop. When using either the handheld handle, or the full extension articulating handle assembly, be sure to keep the Scarab level or flat with the surface, using smooth and continuous movement. Avoid objects projecting out of the solid surface you are working on as they may cause damage to the tooling.
  • Page 9: Attaching Scarab To Driver

    Do not attempt to attach the Scarab with your variable speed grinder/ polisher plugged in.       Compatible Variable Speed Refer to Exploded View of Scarab on page 15, Parts List on page 16. • Milwaukee™ 5540 Polisher Grinders/Polishers •...
  • Page 10   Thread the appropriate arbor extension into the Scarab. M–Metric (#36), I–Imperial (#23) or EXT will be stamped on the arbor.                             Thread the arbor of the variable speed grinder/polisher into the arbor extension, leaving a very small gap between the two.
  • Page 11: Handle Assembly Instructions

    HANDLE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS   Choose the appropriate handle sides depending on the variable speed grinder/polisher you are using. Refer to Exploded View on page 15, Parts List on page 16. DeWalt (#34) Standard (#33) Using the M10 bolts provided (#12) fasten the longer (top) end to the handle so that the handle narrows to the correct span for your variable speed grinder/polisher.
  • Page 12: Optional Handle Assembly Instructions

    OPTIONAL HANDLE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS   1. Loosen bolts (#35). Reposition the handle assembly forward until horizontal. Tighten bolts (#35). Loosen handle grip bolt (#12) and ensure the saddle bolt hole is facing upwards. Tighten bolts (#12). 2. Insert saddle bolt through hole in handle grip (#32). Use the wing nut provided to fasten the saddle (#41) in place.
  • Page 13: Pre-Grinding/Polishing Instructions

        4. Choose tooling. For a list of tooling options see the Tooling Selection Guide under Products at www.werkmaster.com. 5. Become proficient with your Scarab. Practice on a test surface is recommended.     OPERATOR’S   M ANUAL    ...
  • Page 14: Machine Operation

    MACHINE OPERATION Always ensure the variable speed grinder/polisher is unplugged when changing tooling or when not in use. Set speed on low. Securely grip the handle prior to turning variable speed grinder/polisher ON. Squeeze trigger to start. Release trigger prior to lifting off surface. Unplug the machine and wait until the Plug ‘N Go tooling plates come to a complete stop prior to making any adjustments.
  • Page 15: Changing Plug 'N Go Tooling

    CHANGING PLUG ‘N GO TOOLING       Firmly grasp Plug ‘N Go tooling. Attach tooling by aligning the two (2) prongs into the Plug ‘N Go plate. Earth magnets will snap and secure tooling in place. Ensure that each tooling piece is flush to the plate. The tooling can be removed by hand, with a screwdriver or with pliers.
  • Page 16: Adjusting Dust Skirt

      EDGING   DO NOT run Scarab with Plug ‘N Go tooling right off the edge of counters as the tooling segments might be ejected possibly causing harm of damage. A video demonstration of the Scarab edging can be viewed at www.werkmater.com...
  • Page 17: Vacuum

    VACUUM Use a 1 ½” hose reducer (not included) between the vacuum port (#9) to fit a standard 2” vacuum hose. Only run vacuum while dry grinding. Always refer to vacuum manual.   WATER FEATURE PORT   D ANGER    ...
  • Page 18: Cleaning And Maintenance

    STORAGE Store in a dry, non-corrosive environment.     TROUBLESHOOTING/TECH SUPPORT   A video demonstration of the Scarab can be viewed at www.werkmater.com Products/Machines/Scarab. For technical support, email support@werkmaster.com, fill out a Request for Technical Support Form or phone 604.629.8700, toll free at 1.866.373.WERK.  ...
  • Page 19: Optional   A Cessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES                   PART NO. ITEM 008-0273-00 Foam/Velcro Adapter Plate, 3” 008-0265-00 Plug ‘N Go Plate, 3” 002-0673-01 Plug ‘N Go Velcro Hook 008-0272-00 Plug ‘N Go Velcro Hook Replacement 008-0158-00 Foam Riser, 3”...
  • Page 20 EXPANDED VIEW                                               OPERATOR’S   M ANUAL     Page   1 5      ...
  • Page 21: Parts List

    PARTS LIST NOTE: [M] Milwaukee™ [MB] Metabo™ [D] DeWalt™ [F] Flex™ [A] Alpha™ *Dependent   o n   m ake   a nd   m odel   o f   v ariable   s peed   g rinder/polisher   u sed.   #Optional  ...
  • Page 22: Warranty

    (3) three years from date of shipment to the original Purchaser or Distributor. WerkMaster will, at its option, repair or replace, at the WerkMaster factory or at a Rights & Conditions point designated by WerkMaster, any part which shall appear to the satisfaction of WerkMaster inspection to have been defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 23 Purchaser to Seller, or the inconsistency of any terms therein and herein.           To get the best protection from your WerkMaster Warranty be sure to register your product(s) online at www.werkmaster.com/warranty.          ...

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