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2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully
charged battery pack in a cool dry place out of the
charger for optimal results.
nOTE:
Battery packs should not be stored completely
depleted of charge. The battery pack will need to be
recharged before use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE
COMPONENTS (FIG. A)
WARNING:
Never modify the power tool or any part
of it. Damage or personal injury could result.
Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a
complete list of components.
Intended Use
Your die grinder has been designed for professional
grinding applications. The tool can be used with the
complete range of commerical grinding accessories with
a maximum diameter of 40 mm and approved minimum
speed of 25000/min.
DO nOT
use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
This die grinder is a professional power tool.
DO nOT
let
children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is
required when inexperienced operators use this tool.
Variable Speed Rocker Switch (Fig. A)
WARNING:
Grasp tool firmly with both hands to
maintain control of the tool at start up and during use
and until the wheel or accessory stops rotating. Make
sure the wheel has come to a complete stop be fore
laying the tool down.
WARNING:
To reduce unexpected tool movement,
do not switch the tool on or off while under load
conditions. Allow the grinder to run up to full speed
before touching the work surface. Lift the tool from the
surface before turning the tool off.
Depressing the variable speed rocker switch
1
turns the
tool on, releasing the variable speed rocker switch turns
the tool off. The variable speed rocker switch permits speed
control—the farther the switch is depressed, the higher the
speed of the grinder.
Lock-Off Button (Fig. A)
The lock-off button
2
, located on the tool body, is a safety
feature that prevents accidental activation of the grinder.
To turn the tool on, push the lock-off button
2
, then
depress the rocker switch
1
. The tool will run while the
switch is depressed. Turn the tool off by releasing the
rocker switch.
WARNING:
Do not disable the lock-off button. If
the lock-off button is disabled, the tool may start
unexpectedly when it is laid down.
WARNING:
Allow the tool to reach full speed before
touching tool to the work surface. Lift the tool from
the work surface before turning the tool off.
Three-Speed Gearing (Fig. A)
WARNING:
Regardless of the speed setting, the rated
speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the
maximum speed marked on the power tool.
The three-speed feature of your tool allows you to select
speed ranges based on the application and accessory used.
To select lowest speed setting, turn the tool off and permit
it to stop. Slide the speed selector switch
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to the lowest
rpm indicated above the shifter. The middle speed setting
is in the middle position. The highest speed setting is
indicated with the highest rpm.
nOTE:
Speed ranges cannot be changed while in
use. Release the trigger and allow the tool to come
to a complete stop before switching to a new speed
range selection.
LED Worklight (Fig. A)
CAUTION: Do not stare into worklight.
Serious eye
injury could result.
The worklight
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located around the collet is activated
when the rocker switch is depressed. When the switch
is released, the worklight will stay illuminated for up to
20 seconds.
nOTE:
The worklight is for lighting the immediate work
surface and is not intended to be used as a flashlight.
OPERATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
(Fig. A)
nOTE:
For best results, make sure your battery pack is
fully charged.
To install the battery pack
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into the tool handle, align the
battery pack with the rails inside the tool’s handle and slide
it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated in
the tool and ensure that it does not disengage.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release
button
9
and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool
handle. Insert it into the charger as described in the charger
section of this manual.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. D)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS
use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury,
ALWAYS
hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the tool body
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, with the other hand on the neck of the die grinder
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as shown in Figure D.
