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Caution. 

During use it is important not to overload the

grinder. The grinder should run at close to full speed. If
you are applying too much pressure the grinder will start
to slow down. Under these conditions, remove the part
being ground and allow the grinder to return to full 
speed. Re-apply the part to the grinder, but with a little
less force.
All of the grinding wheels are supplied with grinding
wheels designed for metal use only. The grinding of
Copper, Brass, Aluminium, Wood or other similar materials
will “clog” the grinding wheel.

Warning.

Never attempt to grind Magnesium. 

Fitting and adjusting the eye shields 
and brackets.

Important.

Prior to fitting the eye shield brackets, ensure

the grinder is turned off and the power plug is removed
from the socket.

Note.

Always check to ensure the eye shields (1) are

correctly fitted and the eye shield brackets (9) are
correctly adjusted each time the grinder is used. Eye
shields and brackets must be fitted over each grinding
wheel on all the bench grinders in the range, except the
sharpening wheel (11) on Model NTS2000A.
1. Remove the top screw of 

the wheel guard (8).

2. Fit the eye shield bracket (9). 
3. Fit a flat steel washer on to

the wheel guard screw and
then pass the screw through
the eye shield bracket,
guard and then the eye
shield bracket again. Fit
another flat washer,
followed by the spring washer and then the nut.
Tighten the nut so the bracket can slide.

4. Fit the eye shield (1) to the top of the bracket. Secure

the eye shield by passing the 45mm x 5mm screw

through both the bracket
(9) and eye shield (1).
Tighten the screw to the
point where the eye shield
will move with firm
resistance.

5. Slide the eye bracket

inward or outwards so the
edge of the bracket is less
than 6mm from the surface
of the wheel as shown, but not touching the wheel.

6. Rotate the wheel by hand one full revolution to ensure

the wheel can rotate without contacting the bracket.
Firmly tighten the screw retaining the bracket.

Important. 

Ensure that the washers as shown in the

photograph are correctly positioned.

Fitting the tool rests.

The tool rests (7) are required for each high speed
grinding wheel to assist in the grinding operation. (They
are not required on the sharpening wheel on the
NTS2000A).

Caution. 

Never use a Bench Grinder on which the tool rest

has not been fitted or where the tool rest has not been
correctly adjusted.
The tool rests supplied are left or right handed. 

Important.

Prior to fitting the tool rests, ensure the

grinder is turned off and the power plug is removed from
the socket.
1. Remove the lower screw on

the wheel guard (8). 

2. Hold the tool rest (7) in

the correct position against
the outer surface of the
inner wheel guard. Fit the
screw through the tool rest
and then both sides of the
guard ensuring the square

Summary of Contents for BG125A

Page 1: ... Melbourne Perth Auckland Hong Kong Shanghai Taipei New York Verona London Paris INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1 5 HP 2 5 HP 2 3 HP 1 2 HP Bench Grinders 031222 ED8 DR BG125A BG150A BG200A NTS2000A ...

Page 2: ...service department This product is warranted for a 2 year period from the date of the original purchase If found to be defective in materials or workmanship the tool or the offending faulty component will be replaced free of charge with another of the same item A small freight charge may apply The warranty replacement unit is only made available by returning the tool to the place of purchase with ...

Page 3: ...ntain and operate Environmental protection Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste All batteries tools hoses and packaging must be sorted taken to the local recycling centre and recycled or disposed of in an environmentally safe way Description of symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols These represent important information about the product or instructions ...

Page 4: ...ct with the wheel Kickback of work piece and parts of work piece Wheel fracture Catapulting of wheel pieces Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn Damage to eyes if eye protection is not worn Damage to lungs if breathing protection is not worn Always remove the plug from the mains socket before making any adjustments or maintenance including changing the wheel Warning When using powe...

Page 5: ...tching it on 16 Avoid unintentional starting Always check that the switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the tool to the power supply Do not carry a plugged in tool with your finger on the switch 17 Use outdoor rated extension cords When a tool is used outdoors use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use and are so marked 18 Stay alert Watch what you are doing Use common ...

Page 6: ...are properly fitted and secure Check that the tool rests are properly adjusted before commencing use Do not overload the grinder Allow the grinder to run at full speed or close to full speed during use Never apply excessive pressure to the wheel It might shatter causing personal injury Make sure that the wheel is not in contact with the work when you start the grinder When using the grinder use sa...

Page 7: ...minimum of 30 minutes All the bench grinders can be fitted with a wire wheel provided that the wheel is rated for use at 3000RPM or higher Guard exhaust All grinders are fitted with a rear guard exhaust This exhaust is provided to assist in the prevention of grinding dust build up within the guard assembly Grinding sparks and dust will project from these exhausts from the rear Ensure the following...

Page 8: ...d bracket again Fit another flat washer followed by the spring washer and then the nut Tighten the nut so the bracket can slide 4 Fit the eye shield 1 to the top of the bracket Secure the eye shield by passing the 45mm x 5mm screw through both the bracket 9 and eye shield 1 Tighten the screw to the point where the eye shield will move with firm resistance 5 Slide the eye bracket inward or outwards...

Page 9: ...o reduce vibration Important When directly mounting the grinder ensure The surface under the grinder is flat and clean The 4 mount screws are applied evenly and not over tightened Note The four rubber suction caps should remain in place if mounting screws are used Using the On Off switch 1 To turn the grinder on press the top of the rocker switch 6 marked I 2 To turn the grinder off press the bott...

Page 10: ...e direction of rotation of the nut 7 Hold the wheel whilst you tighten the nut Do not over tighten 8 Replace the guard and eye shield assembly 9 Re adjust the tool rest and eye shield 10 Rotate the wheel by hand to check for free movement and proper adjustments 11 Plug in the grinder put on eye protection stand to one side and run the grinder at full speed for several minutes Changing the sharpeni...

Page 11: ...retaining nut firmly by rotating the spanner in a clockwise direction 12 Replace the water bath in the reverse direction as the removal procedure given above How to true and dress the wheels Dressing a wheel cleans and levels the front surface to increase efficiency of operation and prevent vibration 1 Dressing a wheel involves the use of a wheel dresser which is not supplied with the grinder Foll...

Page 12: ...If the wheels do not rotate freely the bearings should be replaced by an authorised service centre 3 On the wet and dry grinder sharpener the lubrication of the worm drive should be checked after each 50 hours of operation by an authorised service centre Cleaning 1 Keep the outside of the grinder clean by brushing grinding dust and dirt away from all areas where the dust tends to build up 2 Wipe t...

Page 13: ...ce to make suggestions or give comments about any GMC product With continuing product development changes may have occurred which render the product received slightly different to that shown in this instruction manual The manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice Note Specifications may differ from country to country The GMC 777 Helpline operates from 7am to 7pm 7 day...

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