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80-800VS
8" Variable Speed Bench Grinder
with Light
Operator's Manual
Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference.
Serial Number: ______________________ Date of purchase: ______________________
For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167
www.rikontools.com
80-800VSM1
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- Page 1 80-800VS 8” Variable Speed Bench Grinder with Light Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial Number: ______________________ Date of purchase: ______________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167 www.rikontools.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine. -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. - Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4. AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING GENERAL SAFETY ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them Operating a Bench Grinder can be to rain. dangerous if safety and common sense are ignored. The operator must be familiar with 5.
- Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 24. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU 14. REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE from the immediate area prior to turning “ON” WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL. the Bench Grinder. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal 15.
- Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY 5. THE BENCH GRINDER WILL PRODUCE SPARKS AND DEBRIS DURING GRIND- INSTRUCTIONS FOR BENCH ING OPERATIONS. Be sure that there are GRINDERS not any flammable materials in the vicinity. Frequently clean grinding dust from the back The operation of any grinder or power tool of the Bench Grinder.
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Page 7: Electrical Safety
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 17. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform of the equipment grounding conductor can an operation for which it was not designed. It result in risk of electric shock. The conductor will do a safer and higher quality job by only with the green insulation (with or without performing operations for which the tool was yellow stripes) is the equipment grounding... -
Page 8: Specifications
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use a proper extension cord. Only use cords EXTENSION CORDS listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and Keep the extension overheating of tool. When operating a power cord clear of the working area. -
Page 9: Carton Contents
CARTON CONTENTS 3. Remove any protective materials and coatings from all of the parts and the bench UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS grinder. The protective coatings can be removed by spraying WD-40 on them and 1. Remove parts from all of the cartons and wiping it off with a soft cloth. -
Page 10: Overview
Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine. -
Page 11: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3. Adjust each Tool Rest until its inside edge (I) is 1/16” from the wheel. Firmly tighten the hex bolts and knobs holding the supports. THE MACHINE See Figure F. MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ASSEMBLY OF THE PARTS AND ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE COMPLETE. - Page 12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS EYE SHIELDS (Fig. H) PERMANENT MOUNTING (Fig. I) 1. Assemble the Eyeshield (C) to the Spark Use the mounting holes in the base of the Arrestor (A) by inserting carriage head screw grinder to firmly attach grinder to a solid work (B) through the Spark Arrestor and the surface or grinder stand (mounting hardware Eyeshield as shown.
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Page 13: Operating The Bench Grinder
OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER BEFORE USING GRINDER To avoid serious injury, never grind on the sides of the grinding wheels. 8. Never force the work piece against the To avoid serious injury and damage to the grinding wheel, especially if the wheel is cold. tool, read and follow all of the Safety and Apply the work piece slowly, allowing the Operating Instructions on pages 3 - 8 before... - Page 14 OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER USING THE WHEEL DRESSER (Fig. J) 7. Inspect the grinding wheel for any irregularities that still need to be dressed, or for and damage. If there is damage to the FIG. J wheel (cracks, major chips missing), replace the wheel immediately.
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Page 15: Maintenance
OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER (Refer to Fig. K on page 14.) 11. Run the new wheel at full speed for a few minutes to ensure that it is rotating properly. 7. Remove the Outer Wheel Flange (H) and then the abrasive wheel (I) from the arbor WIRE WHEEL or BUFFING WHEEL (Fig. -
Page 16: Parts Diagram
PARTS DIAGRAM # 80-800VS 8” VS 3/4HP BENCH GRINDER FIG. M KEY NO. DESCRIPTION MFG. PART NO. Phillips screw+ flat washer (white) M4x6 P80-800VS-1 Coolant tray P80-800VS-2 Coolant tray plate P80-800VS-3 PC board P80-800VS-4 Phillips screw (white) ST2.9x5 P80-800VS-5 PC board cover... -
Page 17: Parts List
PARTS LIST Page 17... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TO PREVENT INJURY TO YOURSELF or damage to the Bench Grinder, turn the switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the power cord from the electrical receptacle before making any adjustments. PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) 1. Machine not plugged in 1. -
Page 19: Warranty
WARRANTY To take advantage of this warranty, please fill out the enclosed warranty card and send it to: RIKON Warranty 16 Progress Rd. Billerica, MA 01821 The card must be entirely completed in order for it to be valid. If you have any questions, please contact us at 877-884-5167 or email RIKON at warranty@rikontools.com. - Page 20 80-800VS For more information: 16 Progress Road Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com 80-800VSM1...