Never Leave the Tool Unattended While it’s
Running – turn OFF the power. Do not leave the tool
unattended until it reaches a complete stop.
Drugs, Alcohol, Medication – are not to be used
when operating the tool.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
– Lead from lead-based paints,
– Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other
masonry products, and
– Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in
a well-ventilated area, use approved safety
equipment, and use dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.
SPECIAL SAFETY RULES FOR
BENCH GRINDERS
WARNING:
Do not operate your bench grinder until it
is assembled, and you have read and understand the following
instructions and the warning labels on the bench grinder.
Before Operating Your Bench Grinder
Check for proper assembly and proper alignment of
moving parts.
Understand the function and proper use of:
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Eye shields
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Tool rests
Read, understand and follow all operating instructions
and safety warnings in this manual.
Read and understand warning labels on the bench
grinder.
Know the condition of your bench grinder. If any part
is missing, bent or does not operate properly, replace
the component before you continue to use your
bench grinder.
Determine the type of work you are going to be doing
before you operate your bench grinder. Properly
protect your body including your eyes, hands,
face and ears.
Only wear safety goggles that comply with
ANSI Z87.1
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The operation of any
grinder can result in foreign
objects being thrown into
your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage.
●
Glasses or goggles that are
not in compliance with ANSI
Z87.1 could break resulting in severe eye injury.
Wear a face or dust mask when working in a dusty
environment.
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Use ear protection, plugs or muffs, during extended
periods of operation.
Always use tool guards and eye shields provided
with the grinder, safety goggles or other eye
protection. Keep your thumbs and fingers away from
the wheel.
Replace a cracked grinding wheel immediately.
A cracked wheel can throw pieces at a high velocity.
Handle wheels carefully; before replacing a wheel,
check it for cracks. Tighten the spindle nut just enough
to hold the wheel firmly: if the nut is tightened too
much, the clamping strain can damage the wheel.
Use only wheel flanges provided with grinder. When
selecting a replacement wheel, be sure that the grinder
will not exceed the manufacturer's recommended
speed (RPMs) for the wheel.
The diameter of the grinding wheel decreases
with use. Adjust tool rests to maintain a distance of
1/16" or less from the wheel. Also keep the distance
between the spark arrestor and grinding wheel 1/8"
or less.
Do not stand in front of the grinder when starting
it. There is always a possibility that a piece from a
damaged grinding wheel may be thrown off when
coming to full speed. To start the grinder, stand to
one side and turn it on. Wait at side until the grinder
comes up to full speed.
The exhaust chute will channel out sparks and
debris. Be sure the exhaust is not in the vicinity of
flammable material. Frequently clean grinding dust
from the back of the grinder.
Never force work against a grinding wheel. If the
wheel is cold. Apply the work gradually to give the
wheel an opportunity to warm. This will minimize the
chance of wheel breakage.
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