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• MOTOR is ½ HP single phase with class E insulation constructed of
aluminum, steel and cast iron
• WHEEL COVER is constructed of steel to protect from injury, help
suppress sparks and flying debris, and to fasten eye protection
shields and safety guards
• GRINDING WHEELS (6” x ¾” x ½” 36 grit and 60 grit)
• ON/OFF SWITCH
• POWER SUPPLY CORD WITH 3 PRONG GROUND PLUG
• CAPACITOR
1. Fasten the (B) Tool Rests to the lower inside surface of the (E)
Wheel Covers with the screws and washers provided. Adjust the (B)
Tool Rests to 1/8” (3mm) from the Grinding Wheel surface and
tighten screws securely. DO NOT EXCEED 1/8” (3mm).
2. Fasten the (G) Upper Tongue Guards to the upper inside surface of
the (E) Wheel Covers with the screws and washers provided. Adjust
the (G) Upper tongue Guards to ¼” (6mm) from the Grinding Wheel
surface and tighten screws securely. DO NOT EXCEED ¼” (6mm).
3. Fasten the (D) Eye Protection Shield Brackets and (A) Eye
Protection Shields with the screws and washers provided. Adjust
the (D) Eye Protection Shield Brackets to the appropriate distance
for the work being performed and tighten screws securely.
4. Mount the Bench Grinder using the two holes in the (H) Motor Base
to a firm surface securely, such a work bench or a qualified
pedestal or stand. Mounting screws are not included.
• Always disconnect power supply cord before servicing or replacing
grinding wheels.
• Replace cracked or damaged grinding wheels immediately.
• Always use safety guards and eye protection shields.
• Ensure tool rests and eye protection shields are properly adjusted.
• Do not over tighten wheel nut.
• Maintain a maximum distance of 1/8” (3mm) between grinding wheel
and tool rests as the grinding wheel wears and diameter decreases.
• Use only grinding wheels with a RPM rating equal to or greater than
RPM of the grinder motor.
• Ensure grinding wheels rotate freely before turning power on.
• Do not stand in front of grinder when turning power on. Always stand
to the side until grinder comes up to full speed to make sure it is
operating safely.
• Always inspect and ring test a new grinding wheel before mounting
and allow the new wheel to rotate freely for at least one minute
before using grinder. The grinding wheel can be ring tested by
tapping the wheel gently with a nonmetallic object such as a
screwdriver handle or plastic hammer. The wheel is in good
condition If you hear a ring. The wheel is cracked or defective if the
sound is more of a thud or dead sound.
• Do not operate the grinder with the wheel guards off.
• Do not grind on the side of the grinding wheel or use the wheel for
cutting purposes.
• Do not overload the grinder.
• Use a wheel dresser to remove imperfections and keep the grinding
wheel in good safe condition.
• Maintain a maximum distance of ¼” (6mm) between the grinding
wheel and upper tongue guard as the grinding wheel wears and
diameter decreases.
1. Inspect power supply cord and plug into a properly grounded
electrical outlet. If an extension cord is necessary, always use a 3
wire grounded extension cord that is UL listed and is the proper
size for the length of the extension cord.
2. Check all safety guards for proper adjustment and are tightened
securely to assure safe operation.
3.
Rotate the grinding wheels freely to assure there are no obstructions.
4. Stand to the side and turn switch on and allow grinder to reach full
speed before operating.
1. Disconnect power supply cord.
2. Remove outside wheel covers.
3. Remove nuts and flanges holding grinding wheels on by turning
the nuts counterclockwise on the right side and clockwise on the
left side and remove old grinding wheels. Note: The nut on the left
side has left hand threads and the nut on the right side has right
hand threads.
4. Inspect and test new grinding wheels before installing using the
ring test as shown in the precautions. Do not use grinding wheels if
they do not pass test.
5. Install new grinding wheels and tighten nuts securely.
6. Install outside wheel covers.
7. Connect power supply cord, stand to the side and turn switch on.
Allow grinder to run for one minute and reach full speed while
assuring that the wheel is running true before operating
GRINDING WHEEL REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS INDENTIFICATION
PRECAUTIONS ON USING BENCH GRINDERS
(A) Eye Protection Shield
(B) Tool Rest
(C) On/Off Switch
(D) Eye Protection Shield Bracket
(E) Wheel Cover
(F) Electric cord with plug
(G) Upper Tongue Guard
(H) Motor Base
A
D
G
E
F
H
B
C
Do not dispose of electrical products with
household waste. Please check with your
local authorities for proper disposal and
recycling facilities in your area.
MAIN STRUCTURE
WARNING
BG612
MODEL:
PRODUCT TYPE:
6" 1/2 HORSE POWER BENCH GRINDER
