Section 4: Operations; Operation Safety; Grinding Tips - Grizzly H8148 Owner's Manual

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

Operation Safety

Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could
result from using this machine without
proper protective gear. Always wear safety
glasses, a respirator, and hearing protection
when operating this machine.
Loose hair and cloth-
ing could get caught in
machinery and cause seri-
ous personal injury. Keep
loose clothing and long
hair away from moving
machinery.
DO NOT use this grinder with a liquid cool-
ing system required for wet grinding wheel
operations. The electrical system is not
waterproof. Ignoring this warning can lead
to electrocution.
NOTICE
If you have never used this type of machine
or equipment before, WE STRONGLY REC-
OMMEND that you read books, trade maga-
zines, or get formal training before begin-
ning any projects. Regardless of the con-
tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will
not be held liable for accidents caused by
lack of training.
H8148/H8149/H8150 Heavy Duty Bench Grinder

Grinding Tips

The grinder is a safe tool when used properly. In
addition to the safety instructions in this manual,
the most important safety consideration is to use
common sense at all times. What may be okay in
one situation, may not be safe in another.
Here are some tips to keep in mind while
grinding:
• Make sure all guards are in place.
• Remember that grinding often produces
sparks. DO NOT allow anyone to stand in
the path of the sparks. DO NOT grind near
flammable materials.
• Maintain proper care of your wheels. Read
the Wheel Care instructions on Page 18 for
ideas on how to do this.
• Wear the proper protective clothing. Particles
flying off of a grinding wheel will be travel-
ing very fast—prepare for this. Wear safety
glasses/face shield, a dust mask, earplugs,
a leather apron, and heavy leather boots.
• Grasp the workpiece firmly and properly
support it on the tool rest during grinding.
Maintain even pressure and control of the
workpiece when grinding.
• Concentrate on the task at hand. STOP
grinding if other people are distracting you or
your mind is on something else.
• DO NOT grind on the side of the wheel.
The wheels provided with the Model H8148/
H8149/H8150 are not designed for side
grinding.
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