SET-UP AND CONNECTION
• Be sure that the air supply to the tool is clean and dry. Moisture in the supply line will quickly
damage the motor and valves.
• A minimum 3/8” I.D. air line should be used for optimal performance.
• Thread a suitable 1/4” Male Quick-Disconnect Fitting (not included) into the air inlet of the tool
using TFE thread sealing tape (not included).
OPERATION
• Rotate the Knob located at
the rear of the tool handle
and under the Throttle
Paddle to regulate motor
speed
(FIG 5)
. This Knob
offers 30° of travel. Note that rotating in a Clockwise direction will position will result in higher
speed while Counter-clockwise will decrease speed.
• Depress Throttle Paddle inward with fingers to operate tool.
• Always maintain a firm grip while operating tool, do not force but allow the rotational speed of
the Cut-Off Wheel to do the work.
• Be sure that the workpiece is clamped down or held securely to minimize the danger of injury
while operating tool.
FORWARD & REVERSE
• Rotate the Knob located at the rear, top of the tool handle to control
Forward/Reverse operation
(FIG 6)
. This Knob offers 30° of travel.
Note that rotating the Knob in a Clockwise direction will allow the
tool to run forward while Counter-clockwise will reverse the wheel
rotation direction.
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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.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The following explanations are displayed in this manual, on the labeling, and on all other information
provided with this product:
READ INSTRUCTIONS
• Thoroughly read and understand these product instructions before using
this tool. Failure to follow all warnings can result in tool damage or serious
physical injury.
• Keep these product instructions for future reference.
EYE INJURY HAZARD!
• Rapidly rotating surfaces can eject metal particles, dirt and oils at high ve-
locity. Always wear ANSI approved eye protection when operating this tool.
HEARING DAMAGE HAZARD!
• The Eastwood Pneumatic Cut-Off Tool emits high sound levels while operat-
ing. Use ANSI approved ear protection when operating this tool.
BURST HAZARD!
• Do not exceed 90 psi (6.3 bar) of tool inlet pressure. Permanent tool damage
and/or bursting could occur and cause personal injury.
FIG. 5
Lo Hi
✓
Push down Push forward
✓
FIG. 6
F R
