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Mounting and Adjusting Tool Rest
•
Mount the tool rests (Part # 6 on the “Know your Grinder” page)
to the tool rest bracket using the Interlocking knob (Part # 5 on
the “Know your Grinder” page). (Fig.5)
•
Before tightening the Interlocking knob (Part # 5 on the “Know
your Grinder” page), adjust the gap between the grinding wheel
and the tool rest to a maximum of 1/ 16 in. Tighten securely.
WARNING: The tool rest should only be adjusted when the
grinding wheel is completely stationary, and the tool is
disconnected from the power supply
WARNING: Before connecting your power tool to a power supply, always check to be sure switch is not in lock-on
Position. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting of your power tool.
Switching ON/OFF
1.
Check that the switch (Part # 4 on the “Know your Grinder” page) is in the “OFF” position before connecting the
machine to the power supply.
2.
Press the power switch into the “ON” position to start your bench grinder. (Fig.6)
3.
Always keep the power cord out of the way of the tool’s moving parts.
4.
To switch off the grinder, press the power switch into the “OFF” position.
Grinding
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, wear a dust mask.
1. Make sure that the Switch is in the off-position, then plug in the tool.
2.. Turn on the tool.
3. Allow the tool to come up to full speed before touching the wheel.
4. Apply the workpiece to the wheel, allowing the tool to operate at full speed. If the tool bogs down, use lighter
pressure.
5. To create a smoother surface, keep the workpiece moving over the wheel.
6. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet after use. Clean, then store the
tool indoors out of children’s reach.
Replacing a Grinding Wheel
The Grinding Wheel MUST be:
Rated to at least 3,450 RPM.
No larger than 6
″
(152.4 mm) in diameter.
Fitted with a 1/2
″
round arbor hole.
3/4
″
thick.
Suitable for edge grinding, not surface grinding.
Dry and clean.
Inspected for damage.
Steps
1.
Loosen the three screws and remove the wheel cover. (Fig.7)
2.
Turn the nut clockwise with a wrench. (Fig.7)
3.
Remove the grinding wheel and fit the new one over the motor
spindle,
Put the outside flange and the nut back. Tighten the nut by hand.
4.
Use the wrench to turn the nut counterclockwise and tighten the
nut.
5.
Mount the wheel cover and eye shield in reverse ord
WARNING: Always disconnect the bench grinder from the power
supply before performing any assembly or adjustment
Failure to do so could result in accidental started resulting in
possible serious personal injury
