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8” Variable Speed Bench Grinder 241-0818 To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY 4. AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to Operating a Bench Grinder can be rain. dangerous if safety and common sense are ignored. The operator must be familiar with 5.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 25. SECURE ALL WORK. Use clamps or 15. REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS jigs to secure the workpiece. This is safer than from the immediate area prior to turning “ON” attempting to hold the workpiece with your the Bench Grinder. hands.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY 5. THE BENCH GRINDER WILL PRODUCE SPARKS AND DEBRIS DURING GRINDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR BENCH OPERATIONS. GRINDERS Be sure that there are not any flammable materials in the vicinity. Frequently clean The operation of any grinder can result in grinding dust from the back of the Bench debris being thrown into your eyes, which can Grinder.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 17. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the safe and proper operation of this product the equipment grounding conductor can result is available from: in risk of electric shock. The conductor with • Power Tool Institute the green insulation (with or without yellow 1300 Summer Avenue stripes) is the equipment grounding Cleveland, OH 44115-2851...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXTENSION CORDS Use a proper extension cord. Only use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Other extension cords can cause a drop in Keep the extension line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and cord clear of the working area. Position overheating of tool.
CARTON CONTENTS UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS CAUTION: DO NOT use acetone, gasoline or (Fig. C) lacquer thinner to remove any protective This Bench Grinder will require a minimal coatings. amount of assembly. 3. Compare the items to Figure C; verify that 1.
OVERVIEW FIG. D 241-0818 8” BENCH GRINDER OVERVIEW (Fig. D) A. Eyeshield Assembly, Left G. Quench Tray B. 8” Wire Wheel H. Mounting Hole (x2) C. Tool Rest Support I. 8” Grinding Wheel 60 Grit D. Tool Rest Adjustment Knobs J.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS The Bench Grinder is provided with a left and FIG. F right two piece Tool Rest. Right Tool Rest has a flat, smooth surface to lay your workpiece against. Left tool rest is used to sharpen twist drill bits. 1.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS EYESHIELDS (Fig. H) PERMANENT MOUNTING (Fig. I ) 1. Assemble the eyeshield (C) to the Spark Use the mounting pads on the base of the Arrestor (A) inserting carriage head screw (B) grinder to firmly attach grinder to a solid work through the Spark Arrestor and the Eyeshield surface (hardware not included).
OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER The Bench Grinder is designed for hand held grinding, sharpening, and cleaning operations. To avoid serious injury, never grind on the sides of the grinding wheels. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION! Hot sparks are produced during grinding 7.
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OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER USING THE WHEEL DRESSER (Fig. J) 7. Inspect the grinding wheel for any damage! FIG. J 8. The grinding wheel may now be slightly smaller in diameter after dressing. Readjust the tool rests and spark arrestors to maintain a 1/16”...
OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER 6. NOTE: The left hand arbor hex nut (E) is WIRE WHEEL or BUFFING WHEEL (Fig. L) left hand threaded and is loosened by rotating it clockwise. The right hand arbor hex nut is FIG. L right hand threaded and is loosened by rotating it counter-clockwise.
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. Page 16...
PARTS LIST 241-0818 8” BENCH GRINDER Part No. Description 4-0.7 x 6mm Pan Head Screw w/Washer Coolant Tray Coolant Tray Plate Circuit Board Tap Screw Cover 8-1.25 x 22mm Socket Head Bolt Switch w/ Key 3-0.5 x 10mm Pan Head Screw...
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PARTS LIST 241-0818 8” BENCH GRINDER Part No. Description Right Guard Cover 16-2.0mm Hex Nut Flange 8” Wire Wheel, 5/8” Hub 6mm Flat Washer 5-0.8 x 10mm Pan Head Screw w/Washer Right Guard w/ Label Right Toolrest Support Right Toolrest...
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