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Intended Use 

The Ironton 6 Inch Benchtop Grinder is designed for general metal grinding and sharpening. 

It’s 

powered by its 1/2 HP, 120V motor operating at 3560 RPM. The benchtop grinder comes with two 
aluminum oxide wheels, each with an adjustable tool rest with eye shields for safety. 

Packaging Contents 

 

Benchtop 
Grinder 

 

2 Eye Shields 

 

2 Tool Rests 

 

Hardware 
Bag 

 

Owner’s 
Manual 

Technical Specifications 

Property 

Specification 

Rate 

110V / 60Hz 

Motor 

1/2 HP 

Speed 

3560 RPM 

Wheel Size 

6 x 3/4in. 

Arbor 

1/2in. 

 

Important Safety Information 

WARNING

 

 

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury 
or property damage. 

 

The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or 
situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be 
aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.  

 

Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the product until they have read this manual and 
have developed a thorough understanding of how it works. 

 

Do not modify this product in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or 
safety and could affect the life of the product. There are specific applications for which the product 
was designed.  

 

Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger 
industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed. This 
product will be safer and do a better job at the capacity for which it was intended. DO NOT use 
this equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended. 

 

Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements. 

 

WARNING

 

WORK AREA SAFETY 

 

Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit. 

Summary of Contents for 61457

Page 1: ...top Grinder Owner s Manual WARNING Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may resu...

Page 2: ...at you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it This benchtop grinder is designed for certain applications only Northern Tool and Equipment is not responsi...

Page 3: ...afety Information 4 Specific Operation Warnings 6 Grounding 6 Extension Cords 7 Main Parts of Benchtop Grinder 9 Assembly Instructions 9 Before Each Use 12 Operating Instructions 13 After Each Use 14...

Page 4: ...aution when using this tool Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the product until they have...

Page 5: ...hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Air vents on the tool often cover moving parts and should be avoided Wear the proper pe...

Page 6: ...e protection Only use accessories rated at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the tool Do not modify the tool in any way Do not wear gloves jewelry or loose clothing Do not use a cracked or ch...

Page 7: ...m and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances The plug...

Page 8: ...nimum extension cord wire size is shown in the following table Minimum Wire Size Of Extension Cords Nameplate AMPS Cord Length 25 50 100 150 0 6 18 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 6 10 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 1...

Page 9: ...he tool off and disconnect the grinder from the power outlet before installing or changing the grinding wheel Always make sure your benchtop grinder is securely mounted to a workbench Failure to do so...

Page 10: ...r to Fig 2 to ensure that you install them correctly Installing the Eye Shields Note There is a left and a right eye shield mounting rod Fig 3 is for the right wheel guard as you face the front of the...

Page 11: ...gh to stay in place Always position the eye shields between your eyes and the grinding wheel or other accessory being used Mounting the Grinder to the Workbench Before attempting to use this grinder i...

Page 12: ...tighten further under normal operation Before Each Use WARNING Always check for damaged or worn out parts before using the benchtop grinder The benchtop grinder needs to be bolted to the work surface...

Page 13: ...s use the grinder s wheel guards and safety shields ADJUST DISTANCE BETWEEN WHEEL AND TOOL REST to maintain 1 16 in or less separation as the diameter of the wheel decreases with use The value of sepa...

Page 14: ...t will be very hot Keep children away from the benchtop grinder Maintain the Grinding Wheel Check the surface of the grinding wheel for flatness If the surface is uneven or grooved dress the wheel bac...

Page 15: ...t is based on a normal operation schedule Maintenance Interval Maintenance Point Daily before operating 1 Examine the general condition of the bench grinder 2 Check the power cord 3 Check the wheels f...

Page 16: ...d technician repair unit Motor overheats Motor overloaded Reduce load on motor Extension cord is too long and of insufficient gauge weight Use an extension cord of appropriate gauge and length or plug...

Page 17: ...ich the workpiece is fed into the wheel Coolant required Add coolant Wheel dulls quickly or grit falls off Feed rate is too aggressive Decrease feed rate of workpiece into grinding wheel Wheel is soft...

Page 18: ...Page 18 of 21 Parts Diagram...

Page 19: ...29 Base Plate 1 30 Condenser 1 31 Screw 1 32 Pad 1 33 Base 1 34 Switch 1 35 Right Adjustable Rest 1 36 Screw 1 37 Mounting Plate 1 Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions pleas...

Page 20: ...claim contact Us at 1 800 222 5381 identify the product by make and model number and follow the claim instructions that will be provided The product and the purchase receipt must be provided to Us in...

Page 21: ...Page 21 of 21 Distributed by Northern Tool Equipment Company Inc Burnsville Minnesota 55306 www northerntool com Made in China...

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