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PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Does not run 

when switch 

is on

No electrical  

power to 

Grinder

Check 120 VAC input plug connection.

Check for tripped circuit breaker.

Motor runs too 

slow/develops 

low power

Undersized or 

too long of an 

extension cord

Use only 18 gauge or larger cord.

Limit length to 25’.

Grinding Wheel 

contacting I.D. 

of Grinding 

Guide and 

binding

Adjust 4 Set Screws of Grinding Guide to center 

over Grinding Wheel.

Excessive 

Noise and/or 

Vibration

Diamond Grind-

ing Wheel is 

damaged

This is an extremely dangerous condition! 

Stop Use and replace Diamond Grinding 

Wheel!

Tungsten 

overheats

Excessive 

pressure being 

applied to 

tungsten

Allow Diamond Grinding Wheel to cut by rotation 

alone. Do Not Force.

Dirt and debris 

buildup in  

motor cooling 

air slots

Use a brush or compressed air to remove debris.

TROUBLESHOOTING

MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT NOTE: 

The following maintenance should be performed before each use:

•  Inspect Diamond Grinding Wheel for cracks, damage or premature wear.
•  Clean dirt and debris from motor air cooling slots.
•  Check Diamond Grinding Wheel Retaining Screw and Grinding Guide Retaining Set-Screws  

for tightness.

Summary of Contents for TG1800

Page 1: ...TG1800 TUNGSTEN GRINDER INSTRUCTIONS Item 33307...

Page 2: ...Grinder with two sided Diamond Grinding Wheel installed 1 Collet Wrench SPECIFICATIONS Input Voltage 120 VAC 60 Hz Motor 1 8 Amp Plug Type 2 prong polarized Cord 18 Ga 6 1 8m Certification ETL No Load...

Page 3: ...ive dust is created posing the potential hazard of internal radiation exposure by inhalation or ingestion unless care is taken to control the dust If grinding 2 thoriated tungsten properly control and...

Page 4: ...prevent accidental tool starting and potential severe injury This tool could eject a trail of sparks at high speed which can ignite flammable materials or injure others nearby Do not operate near fla...

Page 5: ...ble for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use 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 D...

Page 6: ...reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users e Maintain power to...

Page 7: ...o direct the tungsten at the preferred angle against the Diamond Grinding Wheel FIG 1 Two 3 32 slots one angled at 10 and one at 22 5 to direct the tungsten to the preferred angle against the Diamond...

Page 8: ...n into the proper width slot FIG 3 Slowly and steadily allow the tungsten to contact the face of the Diamond Grinding Wheel while rolling the tungsten to create a sharpened tip DO NOT force the tungst...

Page 9: ...g into and being ejected from cutting area and potential severe injury FLIPPING AND REPLACING DIAMOND GRINDING WHEEL Using a 3mm Hex Key not included loosen the four Retaining Set Screws FIG 5 Remove...

Page 10: ...ace with a new one Re install the Retaining Screw and tighten in place Back out all four of the Retaining Set Screws so that the ends are flush with the I D of the Grinding Guide FIG 8 Slip the Grindi...

Page 11: ...se and or Vibration Diamond Grind ing Wheel is damaged This is an extremely dangerous condition Stop Use and replace Diamond Grinding Wheel Tungsten overheats Excessive pressure being applied to tungs...

Page 12: ...partment 800 343 9353 email techelp eastwood com PDF version of this manual is available at eastwood com The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road Pottstown PA 19464 800 343 9353 eastwood com ADDITIONAL...

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