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CAT535R 

2 03/23/2022

CAT535R

bluePOWER® Mini Right Angle Die Grinder

THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT 

SAFETY INFORMATION. 
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY AND 

UNDERSTAND ALL INFORMATION BEFORE 

OPERATING THIS TOOL.

• It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all personnel 

read this manual prior to using the device.  It is also the 

responsibility of the device owner to keep this manual intact and 

in a convenient location for all to see and read.  If the manual or 

product labels are lost or not legible, contact Cornwell for 

replacements.  If the operator is not fluent in English, the 

product and safety instructions shall be read and discussed 

with the operator in the operator's native language by the 

purchaser/owner or his designee, making sure that the operator 

comprehends its contents.  
• Always operate, inspect and maintain this tool in accordance 

with American National Standards Institute Safety Code for 

Portable Air Tools (ANSI B186.1) and any other applicable safety 

codes and regulations.
• For safety, top performance and maximum durability of parts, 

operate this tool at 90 psig; 6.2 bar max air pressure with 3/8” 

diameter air supply hose.
• Always wear impact resistant eye & face protection (users & 

bystanders) when operating or performing maintenance on this 

tool.
• Always wear hearing protection when using this tool (users & 

bystanders). High sound levels can cause permanent hearing 

loss.  Use hearing protection as recommended by your employer 

or OSHA regulation.
• Keep the tool in efficient operating condition.
• Operators and maintenance personnel must be physically able 

to handle the bulk, weight and power of this tool.
• Air powered tools can vibrate during use. Extended exposure 

to vibration, repetitive motions or uncomfortable positions 

during use may be harmful to your hands and arms.  Discontinue 

use of tool if discomfort, tingling feeling or pain occurs.  Seek 

medical advice before resuming use.
• Compressed air can cause severe injury.  Never direct air at 

yourself or others.  Always turn off the air supply, drain hose of 

air pressure and detach tool from air supply before installing, 

removing or adjusting any part or accessory on this tool, or 

before performing any maintenance on this tool.  Failure to do so 

could result in injury.  
• Whip hoses can cause serious injury. Always check for and 

replace immediately any damaged, frayed or loose hoses and 

fittings. 
• Place the tool on the work before starting the tool.  Do not point 

or indulge in any horseplay with this tool.
• Slipping, tripping and/or falling while operating air tools can be 

a major cause of serious injury or death.  Be aware of excess 

hose left on walking or work surface.
• Keep body working stance balanced and firm. Do not overreach 

when operating this tool.
• Anticipate and be alert for sudden changes in motion during 

use of any power tool.
• Do not carry tool by hose.  Protect the hose from sharp objects 

and heat.

• Tool shaft may continue to rotate briefly after throttle is 

released. Avoid direct contact with accessories during and after 

use. Gloves will reduce the risk of cuts or burns.
• Keep away from rotating end of tool. Do not wear jewelry or 

loose clothing. Secure long hair. Scalping can occur if hair is not 

kept away from tool and accessories. Choking can occur if 

neckwear is not kept away from tool and accessories.
• Use only approved replacement parts and accessories 

recommended by Cornwell.
•  Do not operate a damaged or worn tool.  Do no use quick-

detach couplings at tool.  See instructions for correct set-up.

• RPM OF THE ACCESSORY MUST EXCEED TOOL RPM. Use 

accessories rated at 18,000 RPM or higher.  
• Never mount a grinding wheel, cut-off wheel, router cutter or 

drill bit on a Die Grinder.
• Never use an arbor, mandrel or any other adaptor to convert 

the Die Grinder for any other application.

• Bonded abrasive mounted point grinding wheels, rotary files 

and carbide burrs can be mounted providing their speed rating 

exceeds the speed of the Die Grinder. The shank size of the 

mounted accessory must match the collet size fitted in the Die 

Grinder. Insert the shank of the mounted point as far as possible 

into the collet and tighten the nut using the supplied wrenches. 

Minimum shank gripping length must be 10mm.
• Correct bonded abrasive mounted point grinding wheels, 

rotary files and carbide burrs are necessary to prevent injury 

from broken accessories. Do not use chipped or cracked 

bonded abrasive mounted point grinding wheels, rotary files and 

carbide.

• After mounting a new point, start the Die Grinder under bench 

and run for a few seconds. If the Die Grinder starts to vibrate 

when first fitting a mounted point or during operation, 

immediately remove from service. If Die Grinder is dropped, 

replace bonded abrasive mounted point grinding wheel, rotary 

file or carbide burr.
• Do not lock, tape or wire the “on/off” safety lever in the “on” 

position, as the lever must be free to return to the “off” position 

when released.

• Do not lubricate tools with flammable or volatile liquids such as 

kerosene, diesel or jet fuel.
• Do not force tool beyond its rated capacity.
• Do not remove any labels. Replace damaged labels.
• This tool is not insulated against electric shock.
• Keep tool out of reach of children.
• Note direction of rotation BEFORE operating  this tool.
• This tool must not be used in explosive atmospheres. 
• Do not use (or modify) the tool for any other purpose than that 

for which it was designed without consulting the manufacturer's 

authorized representative.
• Servicing and repairs should only be made by an authorized 

service center.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in personal injury 

and/or property damage.

WARNING:

 This product can expose you to chemicals 

including nickel, which is known to the State of California to 

cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 

For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY

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