OPERATION (cont.)
Switch
The grinder is fitted with a lock off safety switch.
To operate the switch. first push the spring loaded lever at the front of the switch
forward. Once this lever is pushed forward, depress the switch to start the angle grinder.
To switch the tool off, release the pressure on the switch and it will return to the off
position automatically.
Soft Start
The angle grinder is fitted with a soft start, this is an added safety feature which
reduces the start up torque which can cause the tool to twist quickly. On starting the
angle grinder, let it reach its full speed prior to attempting grinding/cutting.
Basic Abrasive Cutting Procedure
First ensure the work piece is securely held down (by both sides of the work piece if
possible). Turn on the grinder and proceed to start the cut gently – do not “bump”
the cutting disc to start a cut. Feed the disc through the work as fast as possible
without slowing the cutting disc in the cut and labouring the machine. The abrasive
cutting operation generates a great deal of localised heat which causes rapid
expansion of the piece being cut. Discs operated at speeds significantly below the
efficient speed or if fed through the cut too slowly will generate excessive heat. Such
heat can cause rapid disc wear, fraying around the edge of the reinforced discs and
disc breakage.
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