EXTENSION CORDS
• The use of any extension cord will cause some drop in
voltage and loss of power.
• Wires of the extension cord must be of sufficient size to
carry the current and maintain adequate voltage.
• Use the table to determine the minimum wire size
(A.W.G.) extension cord.
• Use only 3-wire extension cords having 3-prong ground-
ing type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which accept the
tool plug.
• If the extension cord is worn, cut or damaged in any
way, replace it immediately.
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
Wire Size
A.W.G.
Up to 25 ft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
25 to 50 ft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
50 to 100 ft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
NOTE:
Using extension cords over 100 ft. long is not rec-
ommended.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING:
All electrical connections must be performed
by a qualified electrician. Make sure tool is off and discon-
nected from power source while motor is mounted, con-
nected, reconnected or anytime wiring is inspected.
OPERATION
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BENCH
GRINDERS
The operation of any grinder can result in debris being
thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye dam-
age.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION .
Any power tool
can throw debris during operations, which could cause
severe and permanent eye damage. Everyday eyeglasses are
NOT
safety glasses.
ALWAYS
wear safety goggles (that
comply with ANSI standard Z87.1) when operating power
tools. Safety Goggles are available at Menard’s stores.
Basic precautions should always be followed when using
your bench grinder. To reduce the risk of injury, electrical
shock, or fire, comply with the safety rules listed below:
•
ALWAYS USE THE EYE SHIELDS AND WHEEL
GUARDS
provided with the grinder.
•
REPLACE A CRACKED OR DAMAGED GRIND¬ING
WHEEL IMMEDIATELY.
A damaged wheel can dis-
charge debris at a high velocity towards the operator.
Carefully handle the grinding wheels since they are abra-
sive. Prior to replacing a grinding wheel, check it for
cracks.
DO NOT
remove the blotter or label on both
sides of the grinding wheel. Tighten the spindle nut just
enough to hold the grinding wheel firmly to the bench
grinder. Do not over-tighten the nut. Excessive clamping
force can damage the grinding wheel. Only use the
wheel flanges provided with the grinder. When selecting
a replacement grinding wheel, verify that the grinding
wheel has a higher R.P.M. rating than the maximum
R.P.M. of the Bench Grinder.
•
THE DIAMETER OF THE GRINDING WHEELS WILL
DECREASE WITH USE.
Adjust the tool rests and spark
arrestors to maintain a distance of
1
⁄
16
” from the wheel.
•
DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE BENCH
GRINDER WHEN STARTING IT.
Stand to one side of
the bench grinder and turn it “ON”. Wait at the side
until the grinder comes up to full speed. There is always
a possibility that debris from a damaged grinding wheel
may be discharged towards the operator.
•
THE BENCH GRINDER WILL PRODUCE SPARKS
AND DEBRIS DURING GRINDING OPERATIONS.
Be
sure that there are not any flammable materials in the
vicinity. Frequently clean grinding dust from the back of
the bench grinder.
•
NEVER FORCE THE WORKPIECE AGAINST A
GRINDING WHEEL
, especially if the wheel is cold.
Apply the workpiece slowly, allowing the grinding wheel
an opportunity to warm up. This will minimize the
chance of wheel breakage.
DO NOT
grind using the
sides of the grinding wheels.
DO NOT
apply coolant
directly to the grinding wheel.
•
KEEP ALL WHEEL GUARDS IN PLACE. DO NOT
USE THE BENCH GRINDER WITH THE WHEEL
GUARDS REMOVED.
•
KEEP THE TOOL RESTS FIRMLY TIGHTENED.
•
ALWAYS USE THE SUPPLIED WHEEL DRESSER TO
RESURFACE THE FACE OF THE GRINDING WHEEL.
•
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrench-
es are removed from tool before turning it on.
•
DIRECTION OF FEED.
Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
only.
•
USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force tool or attachment to do
a job for which it was not designed.
•
DO NOT
overtighten wheel nut.
•
ONLY
use flanges furnished with the grinder.
•
FREQUENTLY
clean grinding dust from beneath grinder.
•
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL
to perform an operation
for which it was not designed. It will do a safer and
higher quality job by only performing operations for
which the tool was intended.
•
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
regarding the safe and
proper operation of this product is available from:
a. Power Tool Institute 1300 Summer Avenue Cleveland,
OH 44115-2851 www.powertoolinstitute.com
b. National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca,
IL 60143-3201
c. American National Standards Institute 25 West 43rd
Street, 4th Floor New York, NY 10036 www.ansi.org
d. ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking
Machines and the
e. U.S. Department of Labor regulations www.osha.gov
•
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others.
OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER
The Bench Grinder is designed for hand held grinding,
sharpening, and cleaning operations.
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