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GYROS

Operation/Instruction Manual

Variable Speed Rotary Tool Kit #40-02470

Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to GYROS’

high standards

for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for,

it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions.

If you use your tool properly and only for what it is intended, you will

enjoy years of safe, reliable service.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

CAREFULLY READ THROUGH THIS ENTIRE

OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR NEW TOOL

CAUTION

Summary of Contents for PowerPRO Variable Speed 40-02470

Page 1: ...or safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation Warnings and Cautions If you use your tool properly and only...

Page 2: ...Safety Shield Information 9 Functional Description and Specifications 10 Assembly Instructions 10 11 Operating Instructions 11 12 Operating Speeds 13 Maintenance 14 GyrosGuardTM Safety Shield Coupon...

Page 3: ...mmon sense staying alert and knowing how our tool works Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions safety rules etc contained in this...

Page 4: ...ar ANSI Z87 1 approved safety glasses with side shields Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses Secure work Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical I...

Page 5: ...y constantly aware of cord location and keep it away from the rotating wheel Never use in an explosive atmosphere Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes Use only outdoor extension cords with...

Page 6: ...practical ways to secure and support the work piece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control Do not force tool Use correct tool f...

Page 7: ...ug from an outlet Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a tool outside use an outd...

Page 8: ...d may become embedded in your skin Bristles or wires will be discharged from brush at high speeds Wear protective gloves and face shield with wire or bristle brushes Apply wire or bristle brushes ligh...

Page 9: ...ond hand should be used to steady and guide the hand holding the tool When a cutoff wheel grabs the wheel usually breaks When the steel saws high speed cutters or tungsten carbide cutters grab they ma...

Page 10: ...servicing your Rotary Tool DO NOT press the shaft lock button while operating the rotary tool Pressing the button while the motor is operating may damage the lock button COLLET NUT To loosen first pre...

Page 11: ...ollet turn on the Rotary Tool and run a Dressing Stone lightly against the revolving wheel point This removes high spots and trues up the wheel point for good balance The hanger is provided for the us...

Page 12: ...finger Always hold the tool away from your face Accessories can be damaged during handling and can fly apart as they come up to speed This is not common but does happen Practice on scrap materials fir...

Page 13: ...lower speeds to avoid wire discharge from the holder Higher speeds are better for carving cutting routing shaping and cutting dadoes or rabbets in wood Hardwoods metals and glass require high speed o...

Page 14: ...ll not wear out simultaneously If one brush is worn out replace both brushes Make sure the brushes are installed as illustrated The curved surface of the brush must match the curvature of the commutat...

Page 15: ...only Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in risk of injury For example internal may be misplaced or pinched safety guard springs may be improperly mounted When servi...