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3/4 HP 8" Bench Grinder Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read all instructions and safety warnings before operating this equipment. Failure to follow the instructions and safety warnings may result in personal injury or property damage. Una Marca ITC028017_Manual_EN-FR surewerx.com 19 December 2019 Page 1...
TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS........................2 IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES ....................3 KNOW YOUR BENCH GRINDER ....................4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ....................5 MAINTENANCE ........................11 TROUBLESHOOTING .......................12, 13 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST ..................14, 15 WARRANTY ..........................16 SPECIFICATIONS Product No.: 028017 • Model No.: IBG-8 Serial #: Motor Type: ............Induction Motor Ratings: ......
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES DANGER! Failure to observe any of the following instructions could result in severe personal injury to tool user and bystanders or cause damage to tool and property! WARNING! Read, understand and observe all instructions in this manual before using or operating the tool for which it is written and supplied.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before You Start - Safety • Always wear eye protection that complies with a recognized standard (for example: ANSI Z87.1) - (CSA or ANSI). • Wear a mask or respirator when dust is generated. • Keep bystanders out of the work area while operating the tool. •...
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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS USE ONLY THREE-WIRED EXTENSION CORDS that have 3-pronged plugs and 3-holed outlets that accept the tool’s plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn cords immediately. Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Do not use damaged extension cords. Always replace a damaged extension cord.
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BEFORE YOU START – ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Mounting the Grinder to the Workbench Before attempting to use this grinder, it must be properly mounted to a workbench or grinding stand. CAUTION! Bench grinders vibrate. Grinder movement during high-speed rotation may cause injury or damage to the workpiece or operator.
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NOTE: The eye shield should move freely when being adjusted, but stay in place when the locking knob is tightened. WARNING! Turn the power off and remove the plug from the outlet before changing the grinding wheels. When turning the grinder on with a newly installed wheel, DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE GRINDER.
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TOOL REST ADJUSTMENTS AND INSTALLATION Mount the tool rests to the work rest bracket using the knob and washers. Before tightening the knob, adjust the gap between the grinding wheel and the work rest to a maximum of 1/8" (3.2 mm). Tighten securely. Adjustments To prevent the workpiece from being pulled and caught between the tool rest and the wheel, readjust the tool rest position whenever necessary to maintain the 1/8"...
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Grinding • Adjust the tool rest to accommodate large or unusually shaped workpieces. • Always keep the workpiece moving across the face of the grinding wheel. Grinding continuously on the same spot on the wheel will cause grooves to be worn into the wheel. The wheel may crack or become damaged more easily, and grinding of other objects will be difficult.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Required Frequency Check power cord ..................Before each use. Check wheels for cracks ................Before each use. Check moving parts for alignment and binding issues ........ Before each use. Dress Grinding Wheels ................As needed. Replace Grinding Wheels (see manual section for specifics) ...... As needed.
TROUBLESHOOTING Service on these tools should only be performed by an authorized, qualified technician. SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Motor will not start. 1. Low Voltage. 1. Check power source for proper voltage. 2. Open circuit in motor or loose connections. 2.
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TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Burning spots or cracks in the workpiece. 1. Improper type of grinding wheel. 1. Try wheels with softer bond or coarser grit. 2. Improper feed rate. 2. Slow down the rate at which the workpiece is fed into the wheel.
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PARTS LIST Description Qty. Description Qty. Number Number Star-head Screw Assembly Star-head Screw Left Safety Guard Cover Base Hex Nut Switch Plate Flange Single Switch Wheel (8 x 3/4 x 1/2") Coolant tray clip Star-head Screw Star-head Screw Left Safety Guard Plate Assembly Coolant tray Left Spark Shield Plate...
ITC OR JET warranty repair centre. All returns must include proof of purchase and an explanation of the defect or failure. Go to www.surewerx.com for a list of authorized warranty repair centres.
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