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- Page 1 6" Bench Grinder with Lights Meuleuse d'établi de 6 po, avec éclairages Esmeriladora de banco de 6”, con luces Operator's Manual Manuel d’utilisation Manual del Operario GBG600L...
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Page 2: Specifications
6" BENCH GRINDER WITH LIGHTS 1/2 HP Operator’s Manual Specifications: • Model: GBG600L • Rated Voltage: 120V AC, 60HZ • Rated Input Power: 1/2 HP (1.5 A) • No Load Speed: 3550 RPM • Wheel Size: 6” • Shaft Diameter: 1/2” Includes: (1)36G Wheel, (1) 60G Wheel and Light Bulbs WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand this operator’s manual before operating this tool. -
Page 3: Electrical Safety
WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA SAFETY Keep your work area clean and well lit •... - Page 4 • Do not use a tool if the switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired or replaced by an authorized service center • Turn the power tool off, and disconnect the plug from the power source and/ or battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing the accessories, or storing the tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of an accidental start up which may cause personal injury • Store idle tool out of reach of children and other inexperienced persons. It is dangerous in the hand of untrained users. • Maintain power tools with care. Check for proper alignment and binding of moving parts, components, and any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation. A guard or any other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury. • Use recommended accessories. Using accessories and attachments not recommended by the manufacturer or intended for use on this type tool may cause damage to the tool or result in personal injury to the user. Consult the operator’s manual for recommended accessories. • Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control 6" Bench Grinder with Lights Operator’s Manual GBG600L...
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Page 5: Guidelines For Using Extension Cords
• Feed the work piece in the correct direction and speed. Feed the work piece into a blade, cutter, or abrasive surface against the direction of the cutting tool’s direction of rotation only. Incorrectly feeding the work piece in the same direction may cause the work piece to be thrown out at high speed. • Never leave the tool running unattended, turn the power off. Do not leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop. • Never start the power tool when any rotating component is in contact with the work piece. SERVICE Have Your Power Tool Serviced by a qualified repair person using • only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. • Service Your Power Tool periodically. When cleaning a tool, be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal wires may be misplaced or pinched. WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. -
Page 6: Specific Safety Rules For Bench Grinders
• Do not overtighten the wheel nut. Excessive tightening can cause the wheel to crack prior to or during operation. • Inspect grinding wheels before starting the machine for visible defects such as fissures, cracks or chips. Replace damaged grinding wheels immediately. • Keep the spark guards close to the wheel and readjust them as the wheel wears. • Adjust tool rest distance from the grinding wheel to maintain a separation of 1/8" or less as the wheel diameter decreases from use. • Do not use a grinding wheel that vibrates when used. If dressing the wheel does not solve the vibration, replace it. Also inspect the machine for other causes of vibration such as worn bearings or bent shaft. Repair or replace broken components immediately before reusing the machine. • Do not use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off. Defective switches should be immediately replaced by an authorized service center and the machine not used under repairs are completed. • Do not rapidly turn the machine on and off. This action can cause the wheel to loosen and create a possible hazard. 6" Bench Grinder with Lights Operator’s Manual GBG600L... - Page 7 • Do not stand directly in front of the machine when turning it "ON". Always stand off to the side of the machine and do not allow any part of your body to be in line with the path of the wheel. • Never grind on a cold wheel. The grinder should always be started and allowed to run at idle speed for on full minute before applying work to the grinding wheel. • Never grind on the side of the wheel. Always grind on the face of the wheel only. • Never apply coolant directly to the grinding wheel. Coolant may weaken the bonding strength of the wheel causing it to fail. Dip the hot work piece into water to cool it. • Never start the grinder with the work piece pressed against the grinding wheel or other attachments (wire brushes, buffing wheels, etc.) • Always ease the work piece against the wheel when starting to grind. Use light pressure when applying the work piece to the grinding wheel. Excessive pressure can cause the wheel to crack or overload the motor. • Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where an unexpected or sudden slip that could cause your hand or fingers to move into the grinding wheel, wire brush, buffing wheel, etc. • Always keep hands and fingers away from rotating attachments. • Always hold the work piece firmly against the tool rest. Be sure the tool rest is securely tightened in place to prevent movement during use. • Do not grind magnesium or aluminum, fire may result. • Grinding creates hazardous sparks, never operate the grinder near flammable gas, liquids, or in an explosive atmosphere.
- Page 8 YOUR 6" BENCH GRINDER FIG 1 1. ON/OFF Switch 9. Wheel Guard 2. Tool Rest 10. Grinding Wheel 3. Tool Rest Locking Knob 11. Grinding Wheel Locking Nut 4. Eye Shield 12. Grinding Wheel Outer Flange 5. Eye Shield Locking knob 13. Mounting Holes 6. Spark Guard 14. Base 7. Motor 8. Work Lights 6" Bench Grinder with Lights Operator’s Manual GBG600L...
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Page 9: Item Description
UNPACKING AND CONTENT IMPORTANT: Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely the tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. -
Page 10: Assembly And Adjustments
Never use a bench grinder on which tool rest has not been attached or where the tool rest has not been correctly adjusted. NOTE: There is a left and a right tool rest. The tool rest with v-groove (E) is the left side tool rest (See FIG 5). When properly mounted with the slotted portion of the tool rest bolted flush to the tool rest bracket, the tool rest will be positioned directly in front of the grinding wheel. 1. Hold the LEFT tool rest (E) in the correct position against the tool rest bracket (2) on left wheel guard (see FIG 6). 2. Insert tool rest bolt (O) through tool rest bracket (2) and tool rest (E), followed by a small flat washer (J), a small lock washer (L), and the tool rest locking knob (I). 3. Tighten the locking knob (I) sufficiently to support the tool rest but still allowing the tool rest to slide inwards and outwards. 6" Bench Grinder with Lights Operator’s Manual GBG600L... - Page 11 4. Slide the tool rest to within a maximum of 1/16"(1.5 mm) from the wheel. Rotate the wheel one full revolution by hand to ensure the wheel does not contact the tool rest. 5. Tighten the locking knob firmly to retain the assembly. 6. Repeat the assembly operation for the RIGHT tool rest. Mounting Bench Grinder If during operation of the bench grinder there is any tendency for the grinder to slide or "walk" or to tip over, then the grinder must be secured to a work bench or other supporting surface using fasteners (not supplied) through the two holes in the grinder base. Before mounting the grinder to a work bench or similar surface, determine the ideal mounting position by performing a series of non-powered tests with items that will typically be used on the grinder (e.g. lawn mower blades, scissors, knives, wood chisels, wood turning tools, etc.) These tests runs will help determine how near the work bench edge the grinder should be mounted so that the bench top does interfere with grinding operations. Be sure the work bench or pedestal to which the bench grinder will be mounted is flat, level, and sturdy enough to bear the weight of the grinder, other tools, and the material being worked. Changing the Grinding Wheels (FIG 7) WARNING: Use only grinding wheels rated for 3,600 rpm or higher with a 1/2" arbor hole or appropriate sized bushing. Never use a grinding wheel rated lower than 3,600 rpm or attempt to machine an undersized wheel to fit the arbor. 1. Remove the three bolts (1) attaching the protective side cover (2) to the grinder; then remove the side cover. 2. Prevent the shaft from rotating by placing a wedge between the wheel and the tool rest. 3. Facing the front of the bench grinder: to replace the wheel on the left side, turn the arbor nut (3) clockwise to loosen and counterclockwise to tighten the arbor nut. 4. To replace the wheel on the right: turn counterclockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten. NOTE: Many grinding wheels use removable and adjustable arbor bushings to allow adaptation to various machine arbor diameters. Save this bushing for future use if not needed to install the replacement wheel.
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Page 12: Operation
BASIC GRINDER OPERATIONS WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during operation of any power tool. If the operation is dusty, wear appropriate protective mask. Your Bench Grinder is equipped with one coarse grinding wheel and one medium grinding wheel. It is the ideal tool for sharpening tools such as wood chisels, cold chisels, planer blades, scissors, lawn mower blades, etc. 6" Bench Grinder with Lights Operator’s Manual GBG600L... - Page 13 WARNING: Never sharpen or grind anything made of or containing aluminum or magnesium. Because grinders can remove material rapidly, a freshly dressed wheel and the amount of work piece pressure applied to the wheel are keys to efficient grinding. Use the following basic guidelines to aid in working metals and avoid overheating: • Never force the work piece against the grinding wheel. • Always keep the work piece constantly moving against the grinding wheel with light pressure and even motion. • Keep the work piece cool by maintaining a container of water nearby for dipping the work piece. • Always use the face of the grinding wheel with the wheel moving downward, into the object being worked. • Do not perform grinding operations on the side of the wheel Lawn Mower Blades As you prepare to sharpen the lawn mower blade, ensure there is adequate working space to maneuver the blade. Lawn mower blades are generally sharpened on the beveled side and then dressed up slightly on the other side with the grinder or file. First remove any nicks that may be present on the cutting edge by resting the blade flat on the tool rest, moving the blade side to side until the edge is nick free. To sharpen the bevel, either adjust the tool rest angle to match the blade’s bevel angle or hold the blade at the bevel angle while resting a portion of the blade on the tool rest for added stability. Use a light touch, removing as little metal as possible to attain the desired edge; then lightly dress-up the flat backside of the blade. Ideally, lawn mower blades should not be honed to razor like sharpness; this increases the likelihood of nicking and promotes rapid dulling. Use a file or the bench grinder to lightly face the cutting edge.
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Page 14: Maintenance
Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury. Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and groundings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommend using this tool for extended work on these types of materials. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air. LUBRICATION This tool is permanently lubricated at the factory and requires no additional lubrication. 6" Bench Grinder with Lights Operator’s Manual GBG600L... -
Page 15: Two Year Warranty
TWO-YEAR WARRANTY This product is warranted free from defects in material and workmanship for 2 years after date of purchase. This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or damage from neglect or accident. The original purchaser is covered by this warranty and it is not transferable. Prior to returning your tool to store location of purchase, please call our Toll-Free Help Line for possible solutions. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT WARRANTED IF USED FOR INDUSTRIAL OR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES. ACCESSORIES INCLUDED ARE NOT COVERED BY THE 2 YEAR WARRANTY. TOLL-FREE HELP LINE For questions about this or any other GENESIS Product, 888-552-8665 Please call Toll-Free: . (Mon-Fri, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm EST.) www.richpowerinc.com Or visit our web site:... - Page 16 Richpower Industries, Inc. 736 Hampton Road Williamston, SC USA www.richpowerinc.com...
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