DeWalt DW818 Instruction Manual page 10

E N G L I S H
Never use the tool without the guard in
place.
Fitting and removing a grinding or cutting disc
(fig. C1 & C2)
• Place the tool on a table, guard up.
• Fit the inner flange (10) correctly onto the spindle
(11) (fig. C1).
• Place the disc (12) on the flange (10). When
fitting a disc with a raised center, make sure that
the raised centre (13) is facing the flange (10).
• Screw the outer flange (14) onto the spindle (11)
(fig. C2):
- the ring on the flange (14) must face towards
- the disc when fitting a grinding disc (A);
- the ring on the flange (14) must face away from
- the disc when fitting a cutting disc (B).
• Press the spindle lock (3) and rotate the spindle
(11) until it locks in position.
• Tighten the flange (14) with the two-pin spanner
supplied.
• Release the spindle lock.
• To remove the disc, loosen the flange (14) with
the two-pin spanner.
Do not use a damaged disc.
Fitting a wire cup brush
• Screw the wire cup brush directly onto the spindle
without using the spacer and threaded flange.
Mounting and removing the rubber backing pad
(fig. D)
The rubber backing pad is available as an option.
• Remove the guard from the tool.
• Press the backing pad (15) onto the spindle (11).
The inner flange is not needed.
• Position the abrasive disc (16) on the pad.
• Screw the outer flange (14) onto the spindle (11).
• Press the spindle lock and rotate the pad (15)
until it locks in position.
• Tighten the flange (14) using the two-pin spanner
supplied.
• Release the spindle lock.
• To remove the pad, loosen the flange (14) with
the two-pin spanner.
Mounting the side handle (fig. E)
• Screw the side handle (5) tightly into one of the
holes (17) on either side of the gear case.
Instructions for use
• Always observe the safety instructions
and applicable regulations.
• Ensure all materials to be ground or cut
are secured in place.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool.
Do not exert side pressure on the disc.
• Avoid overloading. Should the tool
become hot, let it run a few minutes
under no load condition.
Prior to operation:
• Install the guard and appropriate disc or wheel.
Do not use excessively worn discs or wheels.
• Be sure the inner and outer flange are mounted
correctly.
• Make sure the disc or wheel rotates in the direction
of the arrows on the accessory and the tool.
Switching on and off (fig. A)
• To run the tool, press the on/off switch (1).
• For continuous operation, press the switch
completely forward.
• To stop the tool, release the switch. To stop the
tool in continuous operation, press on the back
part of the switch.
Do not switch the tool on or off when
under load.
Consult your dealer for further information on the
appropriate accessories.
Maintenance
Your DEWALT Power Tool has been designed to
operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper tool care and regular cleaning.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
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