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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
24663
4-1/2" ANGLE GRINDER
4/18
2018 OEMTOOLS
™
POWER TOOL SAFETY
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
WORK AREA SAFETY
1. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not
use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current
device (RCD) protected supply. Use of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
reduces the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or
a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities,
ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The
correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power
tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
WARNING
1. Know your Angle Grinder. Do not plug the Angle Grinder into the power source until
you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s applications
and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
2. Always wear eye protection. Any power tool can throw foreign objects into your
eyes and cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear safety goggles (not
glasses) that comply with ANSI safety standard Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only
impact resistant lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses.
3. Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious injury
when they break.
4. This power tool is intended to function as a grinder and cut-off tool. Read all safety
warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power
tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
5. Do not use accessories which are not specifically designed and recommended by
the tool manufacturer. Just because the accessory can be attached to your power
tool, it does not ensure safe operation.
6. The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed
marked on the power tool. Accessories running faster than their RATED SPEED can
break and fly apart.
7. The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the
capacity rating of your Angle Grinder. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be
adequately guarded or controlled.
8. Always follow the instructions related to the use of blotters, correct use of flanges
and guards, and proper storage of the accessory outlined by the manufacturer of
the accessory.
9. The arbor size of wheels, flanges, backing pads or any other accessory must
properly fit the spindle of the Angle Grinder tool. Accessories with arbor holes that
do not match the mounting hardware of the Angle Grinder will run out of balance,
vibrate excessively and may cause loss of control.
10. Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use inspect the accessory for chips
and cracks. If the Angle Grinder or accessory is dropped, inspect them for damage
or install an undamaged accessory. After inspecting and installing the accessory,
position yourself and bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory
and run the power tool at maximum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged
accessories will normally break apart during this test time.
11. Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on the application, use a face
shield, safety goggles or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear a dust mask, hearing
protectors, gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or
workpiece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris
generated by various operations. The dust mask or respirator must be capable
of filtrating particles generated by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high
intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
12. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the work area. Anyone entering
the work area must wear personal protective equipment. Fragments of the
workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and cause injury beyond the
immediate area of operation.
13. Hold the Angle Grinder tool by insulated gripping surfaces only when performing
an operation where the cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or the angle
grinder’s cord. The cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire may make exposed
metal parts of the angle grinder “live” and shock the operator.
14. Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory. If you lose control, the cord
may be cut or snagged and your hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning
accessory.
