Ironton 61457, Owner'S Manual

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Disconnect the power/air supply from the product and place the switch in the locked or off position
before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
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Store the benchtop grinder when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of
children. Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
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Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product.
Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with
another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating speed or operating pressure than
the tool itself.
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Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the product without the guards in place.
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Do not leave the tool running unattended.
Specific Operation Warnings
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WARNING
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Always wear eye protection.
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Only use accessories rated at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the tool.
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Do not modify the tool in any way.
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Do not wear gloves, jewelry, or loose clothing.
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Do not use a cracked or chipped grinding wheel.
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Bolt down benchtop grinder before using.
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Do not use in the rain or in a damp location.
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Never reach to pick up a workpiece, a piece of scrap, or anything else that is in or near the
grinding path of the wheel.
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Never stand, or have any part of your body in line with the path of the wheel.
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Do not over tighten wheel nut. Excessive tightening can cause the wheel to crack during
operation.
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Always use the grinder’s wheel guards and safety shields.
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NEVER leave tools running unattended.
Grounding
⚠
WARNING
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This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock. This
unit is equipped with an electrical cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.
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DO NOT MODIFY THE PROVIDED PLUG. If it will not fit the receptacle, have the proper