Rikon Power Tools 80-805 Operator's Manual

Rikon Power Tools 80-805 Operator's Manual

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80-805
8" Low Speed Bench Grinder
3168328
Operator's Manual
Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference.
Serial Number: ______________________ Date of purchase: ______________________
For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167
www.rikontools.com
80-805M3

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  • Page 1 80-805 8” Low Speed Bench Grinder 3168328 Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. Serial Number: ______________________ Date of purchase: ______________________ For technical support or parts questions, email techsupport@rikontools.com or call toll free at (877)884-5167 www.rikontools.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine.
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equip- ment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed.
  • Page 4: General Safety

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY 4. AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to rain. Operating a Bench Grinder can be dangerous if safety and common sense are ignored. The 5. DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of operator must be familiar with the operation of flammable liquids or gasses.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 14. REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS 24. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE from the immediate area prior to turning “ON” the DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A POWER TOOL. Bench Grinder. A moment of inattention while operating power 15.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY 5. THE BENCH GRINDER WILL PRODUCE SPARKS AND DEBRIS DURING GRINDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR BENCH OPERATIONS. Be sure that there are not any GRINDERS flammable materials in the vicinity. Frequently clean grinding dust from the back of the Bench The operation of any grinder or power tool can Grinder.
  • Page 7: Electrical Safety

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 17. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform an IMPROPER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk operation for which it was not designed. It will do a safer and higher quality job by only performing of electric shock.
  • Page 8: Specifications

    Changes and improvements may be made at any time, with no obligation on the part of Rikon Power Tools to modify previously delivered units. Reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information in this manual is correct, to provide you with the guidelines for the proper safety, assembly and operation of this machine.
  • Page 9: Carton Contents

    CARTON CONTENTS UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS CAUTION: DO NOT use acetone, gasoline or lacquer thinner to remove any protective coat- This Bench Grinder will require a minimal amount ings. of assembly. 3. Compare the items to Figure C; verify that all 1.
  • Page 10: Overview

    OVERVIEW FIG. D 80-805 8” LOW SPEED BENCH GRINDER OVERVIEW - FIGURE D A. Eyeshield Assembly, Left On/Off Switch w/Removable Key B. Eyeshield Assembly, Right G. Rubber Foot (x4) C. 8” Grinding Wheel, 60 Grit H. Mounting Hole (x2) D. Tool Rest (x2) 8”...
  • Page 11: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS The Bench Grinder is provided with adjustable 5. Assemble the Tool Rests (E) to the Supports left and right positioned two-piece tool rests to lay (F) with the supplied flat washers (G) and your workpieces on. `Adjustment Knobs (H) as shown. See Figure F. 1.
  • Page 12: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS EYESHIELDS (Fig. H) PERMANENT MOUNTING (Fig. I) 1. Assemble the eyeshields (A) onto the eye- Use the mounting holes in the base of the grinder shield rods (B) and secure in place with the to firmly attach grinder to a solid work surface or carriage bolts and hex nuts (C).
  • Page 13: Operating The Bench Grinder

    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! SHARPENING DRILL BITS Hot sparks are produced during grinding operations.
  • Page 14 OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER USING THE WHEEL DRESSER (Fig. J) 7. Inspect the grinding wheel for any irregularities that still need to be dressed, or for FIG. J and damage. If there is damage to the wheel (cracks, major chips missing), replace the wheel immediately.
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER 11. Run the new wheel at full speed for a few (Refer to Fig. K on page 14.) minutes to ensure that it is rotating properly. 7. Remove the Outer Wheel Flange (H) and then the abrasive wheel (I) from the arbor shaft (G). WIRE WHEEL or BUFFING WHEEL (Fig.
  • Page 16: Parts Diagram

    PARTS EXPLOSION Page 16...
  • Page 17: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Page 17...
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    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. PROBLEM LIKELY CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) 1. Machine not plugged in 1.
  • Page 19: Warranty

    WARRANTY To take advantage of this warranty, please fill out the warranty card that was included with your order and send it to: RIKON Warranty 16 Progress Rd. Billerica, MA 01821 The card must be entirely completed in order for it to be valid. If you have any questions, please contact us at 877-884-5167 or email RIKON at warranty@rikontools.com.
  • Page 20 80-805 For more information: 16 Progress Road Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com www.rikontools.com 80-805M3...

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