9
Adjusting the Rear Handle Position
(Select Models)
This tool is equipped with an adjustable rear handle.
This feature allows the user to adjust the angle of
the handle to nine positions for optimum operating
positions.
Handle release button
(on bottom)
1. Unplug tool.
2. Press and hold the handle release button in and
rotate the rear handle to one of the nine handle
positions. The adjustable handle feature has de
-
tents which allow the handle to snap into position.
Make sure the handle snaps firmly into position
and does not rotate.
WARNING!
Always adjust
the guard to provide the operator with maximum
protection while operating..
General Operation
1. If you have just installed an accessory or are
beginning a period of work, test the wheel by
letting it spin for one minute before applying it to
the workpiece.
WARNING!
Never use a grinding
wheel that has been dropped. Out-of-balance or
damaged accessories can mar workpiece, dam-
age the tool, and cause stress that may cause
accessory failure.
2. Use a clamp, vise or other practical means to hold
your work, freeing both hands to control the tool.
3.
WARNING!
Hold tool securely with both hands.
Start the tool.
4. Allow accessory to come to full speed before
beginning work.
5. Control pressure and surface contact between ac
-
cessory and workpiece.
WARNING!
Never bang
grinding wheel onto work. Too much pressure
causes accessory failure or slows speed.
6. When finished, turn off the tool and make sure it
comes to a complete stop before laying it down.
Using Grinding Wheels
WARNING
The guard type must match the
wheel type to provide maximum
protection for the operator if the wheel should
break.
When grinding, hold tool at a 5
o
to 15
o
angle, using
constant pressure for a uniform finish. Too great an
angle causes concentrated pressure on small areas
which may gouge or burn work surface.
Hold at a 5° to 15° angle
Using Cut-Off Wheels
Cut-Off Wheels are suited for small cut-off and shal-
low notching operations only.
WARNING
The guard type must match the
wheel type to provide maximum
protection for the operator if the wheel should
break.
1. Firmly grasp rear handle and side handle before
starting and while using tool. Allow wheel to come
to full speed before starting.
2. When using a cut-off wheel, hold tool as shown,
using only the edge of the wheel.
3. Control pressure and surface contact between
wheel and workpiece. Too much pressure slows
cutting speed.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, never
use a Type 1 cut-off wheel for sur-
face grinding.
