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MAINTENANCE OF THE BENCH GRINDER
Turn the power switch “OFF” and unplug the power
cord from its power source prior to any maintenance.
LUBRICATION
The Bench Grinder has sealed lubricated bearings in
the motor housing that do not require any additional
lubrication from the operator.
CLEANING
With the Bench Grinder unplugged, rotate the abrasive
wheels slowly and inspect for any damage or trapped
shavings.
CAUTION: REPLACE
the abrasive wheels if there is
any damage at all.
FAILURE
to replace a damaged
wheel can cause serious injury to the operator.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
to clean the Bench Grinder. A clean dry rag or brush is
all that is needed to remove dust and debris buildup.
Repairs to the Bench Grinder should be performed by
trained personnel only. Contact your nearest Sears
Service Center for authorized service. Unauthorized
repairs or replacement with non-factory parts could
cause serious injury to the operator and damage to the
Bench Grinder.
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
Motor does
1. Machine not plugged in
1. Plug power cord into electrical receptacle
not run
2. Power switch in “OFF” position
2. Lift switch to “ON” position
3. Power cord is faulty
3. Return to Sears Service Center
4. Fuse or circuit breaker are open
4. Overloaded electrical circuit
5. Damaged motor
5. Return to Sears Service Center
Motor does not
1. Incorrect line voltage
1. Have a qualified electrician check line for proper voltage
have full power
2. Damaged motor
2. Return to Sears Service Center
Motor runs hot
1. Motor is overloaded
1. Reduce pressure on workpiece
2. Poor air circulation around motor
2. Remove any blockage around motor
Motor stalls or
1. Motor is overloaded
1. Reduce pressure on workpiece
runs slow
2. Incorrect line voltage
2. Have a qualified electrician check line for proper voltage
3. Capacitor has failed
3. Return to Sears Service Center
Fuse blows or
1. Motor overloaded
1. Reduce pressure on workpiece
circuit breaker
2. Overloaded electrical circuit
2. Reduce the amount of items on circuit
trips
3. Wrong fuse or circuit breaker
3. Replace with correct fuse or circuit breaker
4. Undersized or excessive length of
4. Use correct size
extension cord, see manual
5. Grinding wheels are blocked
5. Unplug machine and remove obstruction
WARNING
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WARNING
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