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4” ANGLE GRINDER

ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

42203

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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Summary of Contents for 42203

Page 1: ...t http www harborfreight com Copyright 1999 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 ...

Page 2: ...hich may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and sparks Provide barriers or shields as needed ELECTRICAL SAFETY 4 Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances ...

Page 3: ...dental starting Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch or plugging in power tools with the Power Switch on invites accidents 13 Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury 14 Do not overreach Keep pro...

Page 4: ...accessories running over the rated 12 000 RPM speed can fly apart and cause injury 7 When using a hand held power tool always maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands to resist starting torque 20 Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users 21 Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly ma...

Page 5: ...utlet before leaving 15 Always unplug this tool from its electrical outlet before performing inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures 16 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from l...

Page 6: ... the following illustration See Figure A below left FIGURE A DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS 4 Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electrical Code See Figure...

Page 7: ...on cord for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Figure C 6 If you are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use 7 Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord o...

Page 8: ...el Wheels and other accessories running over rated speed can fly apart and cause injury For safest operation it is recommended that only these accessories be used with this product Abrasive Cut Off Discs and Wheels FlapWheels Wire Brushes Wire Wheel Brushes Always use an approved and proper guard when using the above mentioned accessories Each accessory must have the correct arbor size and must fi...

Page 9: ...ing accessories Use a cloth or glove to protect hands from abrasion Figure 2 Installing Wheels Step 1 Using the WRENCH 28 refer to Figure 2 loosen the WHEEL NUT 1 by turning it counter clockwise Step 2 Place the new GRINDING WHEEL 2 on the SPINDLE 5 against the INNER FLANGE 3 Step 3 By hand screw the WHEEL NUT clockwise back onto the SPINDLE then tighten with the WRENCH Side Handle 29 Wrench 28 Wh...

Page 10: ...ounterclockwise until the LOCK PIN engages See Figure 3 Figure 3 Removing Wheels Step 2 Using the WRENCH loosen the WHEEL NUT by turning it counterclockwise Step 3 Unscrew the WHEEL NUT and remove then remove the GRINDING WHEEL from the SPINDLE Wrench 28 Wheel Nut 1 Grinding Wheel 2 Lock Pin 12 ...

Page 11: ...INDING WHEEL hold the grinder at an angle of 10 to 15 relative to the work surface When only the outer edge of the GRINDING WHEEL is used a rough cut surface will result If the disc is pressed flat against the work the grinding action will be irregular or bumpy and the tool will be difficult to control Figure 5 Angle of Grinder Slide Switch 19 Figure 4 Turning ON the Grinder Work Surface NOTE The ...

Page 12: ...low compressed air at greater than 10 PSI Always wear goggles and dust mask when using compressed air CAUTION Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non metallic parts of the tool Use a clean dry rag only Carbon Brush Replace the carbon brush when it wears down to about 3 16 5 mm or sparking will occur To change the CARBON BRUSH 22 do the following Step 1 Using a flat tip scr...

Page 13: ...ousing 1 4 Wheel Guard 1 19 Slide Switch 1 5 Spindle 1 20 Slide Bar 1 6 Packing Gland 1 21 Brush Holder 1 7 Ball Bearing 1 22 Carbon Brush 1 8 Gear 1 23 Brush Cap 1 9 Needle Roller Bearing 1 24 Cord 1 10 Gear Cover 1 25 Cover 1 11 Spring 1 26 Switch 1 12 Lock Pin 1 27 Switch Holder 1 13 Pinion 1 28 Wrench 1 14 Ball Bearing 1 29 Side Handle 1 15 Armature 1 ...

Page 14: ...SKU 42203 Page 14 Assembly Diagram Exploded View ...

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