Summary of Contents for TOP CAT 41G; 41G+3; 41G+6; 41G-CW
Page 1
● Any Type 16, 17, 17R or 18R Cone Wheel with 3/8-24 mounting *The +3 & +6 extended spindle versions of this tool are designed for polishing applications only. Top Cat ® Air Tools, Manufactured by T.C. Service Co. 38285 Pelton Road, Willoughby, OH 44094 U.S.A.
Page 2
Operators Instructions and Safety Precautions This is meant to highlight sections of safety standards published by the American National Standards Institute and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. This is not meant to replace those standards but only highlight certain areas. When care is taken to ensure that the right tool is operated properly, and safety and maintenance procedures are followed, accidents can be avoided.
Proper mounting of grinding Disconnect the tool from the air Airborne particulate resulting wheels and inserted tooling is supply before doing any service. from the grinding process can crucial to safe operation and This prevents accidental start-ups. cause hazards. Wear appropriate efficient working conditions.
Maintenance Disassemble 1. Disconnect air and remove all burrs, wheels and accessories. 2. Secure tool in vise vertically with output of tool oriented toward upward direction. Clamp onto the flats toward the rear of the motor housing. 3. Unscrew motor retainer (410-S-38-S) from motor housing (402-132{S}). Lift off exhaust deflector (410-G-17-S), exhaust screen (402-134) and o-ring (400-51) from motor housing.
Page 5
11. Remove 5 blades (400-6), rotor (400-5) and key (400-10). 12. Remove front endplate (400-7). 13. Remove snap ring (400-46) from spindle with snap ring pliers. 13. Support the spindle assembly vertically on a suitable drill block. Press spindle through front bearing (400-G-11) with an arbor press. 14.
Page 6
Tool Parts Listing PART DESCRIPTION TOOLS 200-16 O-RING PART DESCRIPTION 400-G-11 FRONT BEARING 490-3 PIN SPANNER 400-G-11A SEALED FRONT BEARING 1100-050 1/2” WRENCH 400-G-14-TS SPINDLE 1100-056 9/16” WRENCH 400-G14-TS-LH LEFT HAND SPINDLE 1100-075 3/4” WRENCH 400-G14-TS+2.5 2.5” EXTENDED SPINDLE 1100-638 SPINDLE HOLDER 400-G14-TS+2.5-LH 2.5”...
Page 7
Tool Parts Listing Tool Parts Listing ACCESSORIES PART DESCRIPTION 400-76J 9/16 UNTHREADED SPACER 400-76J-3/8 3/8 UNTHREADED SPACER 400-77 3/8-24 THREADED 9/16 SPACER (FOR CONE WHEEL) 400-77J 3/8-24 THREADED 3/8 SPACER 400-78 3/8-24 TO 5/8-11 ADAPTER 1100-346 3/8-24 THREAD TO 1” WIDE WHEEL ADAPTER 530196 1/8”...
Page 8
Ergonomics - Work Healthy The following suggestions will help reduce or moderate the effects of repetitive work motion and/or extended vibration exposure: 1) Do not over-grip the machine/tool. Use only the force required to maintain control. 2) Keep hands and body dry and warm. (Blood flow is important - exercise hands and arms as often as necessary.) 3) Keep wrists as straight as possible.
Installation and Maintenance Tips Following the guidelines will help you to ensure the pneumatic tools your company uses are operating and are maintained in the very best of condition. Initial Inspection of a New Tool When a new tool is delivered to your facility, it is important to inspect the tool for any signs of damage that may have occurred during shipping.
Page 10
Mounting Abrasives The mounting of the abrasive used with the tool is very important to ensure safety for the operator and proper functioning of the tool. There are strict rules for mounting wheels that are outlined in ANSI B7.1-2000. The following diagrams briefly describe the methods and equipment for mounting most abrasives.
Page 11
DIE GRINDER FOR USE WITH MOUNTED STONES OR BURRS Mounted Stone TC-1010-B - (1/4”) TC-1010-B-3/8 - (3/8”) Burr The following list details specific items one should inspect and be aware of when mounting abrasives. ● The maximum operating speed marked on the wheel must be equal to or higher than the rated spindle speed (free speed) of the tool.
Page 12
A regulator adjusts the operating pressure supplied to the tool. This device generally is used with a pressure gauge that will indicate the current pressure setting. All Top Cat ® pneumatic tools are designed to operate at 90 PSI (6.2 bar) while the tool is running. The tool should never be run if the pressure should exceed 90 PSI (6.2 bar).
Need help?
Do you have a question about the 41G; 41G+3; 41G+6; 41G-CW and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers