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Item 68523

Specifications

Electrical Rating

120VAC / 60Hz / 3A

Max. Speed

20,000 RPM

Arbor

3/8 IN.

Cut-Off Wheel

3 IN. Dia.

Important Safety Information

In this manual, on the labeling, and all other 

information provided with this product:

  This is the safety alert symbol.  It is 

used to alert you to potential personal 

injury hazards.  Obey all safety 

messages that follow this symbol 

to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if 

not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if 

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, 

indicates a hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE is used to address practices 

not related to personal injury.

CAUTION, without the safety alert symbol, is used 

to address practices not related to personal injury.

General Power Tool 

Safety Warnings

  WARNING Read all safety warnings and 

instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and 

instructions may result in electric shock, fire 

and/or serious injury.   

Save all warnings and instructions for 

future reference. 

The term ″power tool″ in the warnings refers 

to your mains-operated (corded) power tool 

or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1. 

Work area safety

a. 

Keep work area clean and well lit.  

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

b. 

Do not operate power tools in explosive 

atmospheres, such as in the presence of 

flammable liquids, gases or dust.

  

Power tools 

create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

c. 

Keep children and bystanders 

away while operating a power tool.

  

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. 

Electrical safety

a. 

Power tool plugs must match the outlet.  

Never modify the plug in any way.  Do 

not use any adapter plugs with grounded 

power tools.  Unmodified plugs and matching 

outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b. 

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces 

such as pipes, radiators, ranges and 

refrigerators. 

 

There is an increased risk of 

electric shock if your body is grounded.

c. 

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet 

conditions.  Water entering a power tool 

will increase the risk of electric shock.

d. 

Do not abuse the cord.  Never use the cord 

for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power 

tool.  Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp 

edges or moving parts.  Damaged or entangled 

cords increase the risk of electric shock.

e. 

When operating a power tool outdoors, 

use an extension cord suitable for 

outdoor use.  Use of a cord suitable for 

outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

f. 

If operating a power tool in a damp location 

is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit 

Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. 

Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

3. 

Personal safety

a. 

Stay alert, watch what you are doing 

and use common sense when operating 

a power tool.  Do not use a power 

tool while you are tired or under the 

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.  

A moment of inattention while operating power 

tools may result in serious personal injury.

b. 

Use personal protective equipment.  

Always wear eye protection.

  Safety 

equipment 

such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard 

hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate 

conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c. 

Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the 

switch is in the off-position before connecting 

to power source and/or battery pack, picking 

up or carrying the tool.  Carrying power tools 

with your finger on the switch or energizing power 

tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

Summary of Contents for 68523

Page 1: ... for future reference When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2011 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams withi...

Page 2: ...actions can cause you to lose control 2 Electrical safety a Power tool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if...

Page 3: ...d and are easier to control g Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation 5 Service a Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement pa...

Page 4: ... work before turning on tool 19 Do not lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control 20 Do not leave tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet Turn off the tool and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving 21 This product is not a toy Keep it out of reach of children 22 People with pacema...

Page 5: ...which the power tool was not designed cannot be adequately guarded and are unsafe 2 The guard must be securely attached to the power tool and positioned for maximum safety so the least amount of wheel is exposed towards the operator The guard helps to protect operator from broken wheel fragments and accidental contact with wheel 3 Wheels must be used only for recommended applications For example d...

Page 6: ... Plug and Outlet Double Insulated Tools Tools with Two Prong Plugs Outlets for 2 Prong Plug 1 Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electrical Code 2 Double insulated tools may ...

Page 7: ... marking concerning Risk of Electric Shock Properly connect power cord to appropriate outlet Instructions for Putting into Use Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up of this product TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Release Trigger and unplug the tool from its electrical outle...

Page 8: ... to allow free movement while working 3 Secure loose work pieces using a vise or clamps not included to prevent movement while working The work piece must be secured so that it will not move during cutting 4 There must not be hazardous objects such as utility lines or foreign objects nearby that will present a hazard while working General Operating Instructions TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Grip tool ...

Page 9: ...wer at outlet If outlet is unpowered turn off tool and check circuit breaker If breaker is tripped make sure circuit is right capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads 3 Turn off tool and allow to cool Press reset button on tool 4 Have technician service tool Tool operates slowly 1 Excess pressure applied to work piece 2 Extension cord too long or wire size too small 1 Decrease pressure all...

Page 10: ... THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTO...

Page 11: ...Page 11 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 68523 Assembly Diagram ...

Page 12: ...so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If o...

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