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Email our technical support at: [email protected]

Read this material before using this product. 
Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 
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©

 2012 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.  

Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.  Due to continuing 

improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.  

Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact 

and undamaged.  If any parts are missing or broken, 

please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.

Save This Manual

 

Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, 

inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures.  Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual 
near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and  
the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

Grinding wheel sold separately

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

Save This Manual

 

Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, 

operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures.  Write the product’s serial number in the 
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). 
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.

When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact 

and undamaged.  If any parts are missing or broken, 

please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.

Copyright

©

 2012 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.  

Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.  Due to continuing 

improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.  

Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

Read this material before using this product. 
Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 
SAVE THIS MANUAL.

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Summary of Contents for 60373

Page 1: ...near the assembly diagram or month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference Owner s Manual Safety Instructions Grinding wheel sold separately Owner s Manual Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures ...

Page 2: ...erate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION General Power Tool Safety Warnings 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 The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains operated cord...

Page 3: ...attention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety 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 p...

Page 4: ... 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 a...

Page 5: ...rom 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 8 Wear personal protective equipment Depending on application use face shield safety goggles or safety glasses As appropriate wear dust mask hearing protectors gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or work ...

Page 6: ...e dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk f...

Page 7: ...nagging 4 Use special care when working corners sharp edges etc Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory Corners sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kickback 5 Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or toothed saw blade Such blades create frequent kickback and loss of control Safety Warnings Specific for Grinding and Abrasive Cu...

Page 8: ...per Larger sanding paper extending beyond the sanding pad presents a laceration hazard and may cause snagging tearing of the disc or kickback Safety Warnings Specific for Wire Brushing Operations 1 Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the brush even during ordinary operation Do not overstress the wires by applying excessive load to the brush The wire bristles can easily penetrate light clothi...

Page 9: ... user reducing the risk of electric shock See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet 3 The tool must be plugged int...

Page 10: ...tdoor use 7 Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 8 Protect the extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 240 VOLT NAMEPLATE AMPERES at full load EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25...

Page 11: ...88 866 5797 Item 60373 Specifications Electrical Rating 120VAC 60Hz 5A Motor No Load Speed 11 000 RPM Max Accessory Diameter 4 100mm Arbor Hole Diameter 5 8 with 7 8 Arbor Adapter Spindle Thread 5 8 x11 TPI 4006248 SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP ...

Page 12: ...gram near the end of this manual ASSEMBLY Adjusting the Wheel Guard TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Do not operate this tool without the Wheel Guard properly installed 1 Loosen the Wheel Guard Bolt 2 Rotate the Wheel Guard as needed to shield you during the planned work 3 Tighten the Wheel Guard Bolt securely 4 Check the Wheel Guard to ensure it is firmly in place Adjust if necessary before proceeding I...

Page 13: ...88 866 5797 Item 60373 Functions Side Handle Wheel Guard Switch Switch Press the Switch forward to turn the tool on pull it backward to turn the tool off Wheel Guard Bolt Spindle Lock Grinding wheel sold separately SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP ...

Page 14: ...4 or is an unusual shape as follows a Suspend wheel using a dowel or finger through the arbor hole b Tap Wheel Here 45 45 45 45 Hang Wheel from Dowel V E R T I C A L C E N T E R Tap the flat side of the wheel with a light non metallic object such as a screwdriver handle at a point 45 from the vertical center line on each side of the wheel and 1 2 inches from the edge of the wheel see Illustration ...

Page 15: ...e The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working 3 Secure loose work pieces using a vise or clamps not included to prevent movement while working 4 There must not be hazardous objects such as utility lines or foreign objects nearby that will present a hazard while working 5 You must use personal safety equipment including but not limited to AN...

Page 16: ...ct its safe operation 2 AFTER USE wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth 3 Periodically blow dust and grit out of the motor vents using dry compressed air Wear ANSI approved safety goggles and NIOSH approved breathing protection while doing this 4 CARBON BRUSH MAINTENANCE The Carbon Brushes may require maintenance when the motor performance of the tool decreases or stops working compl...

Page 17: ...decreases over time Carbon brushes worn or damaged Have qualified technician replace brushes Excessive noise or rattling Internal damage or wear Carbon brushes or bearings for example Have technician service tool Overheating 1 Forcing tool to work too fast 2 Blocked motor housing vents 3 Motor being strained by long or small diameter extension cord 1 Allow tool to work at its own rate 2 Wear ANSI ...

Page 18: ...UMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO Parts List Part Description Qty 1 Outer Flange 1 2 Inner Flange 1 3 Wheel Guard 1 4 Wheel Guard Nut M5 1 5 Wheel Guard Bolt M5 x 18 1 6 Spindle 1 7 Woodruff Key 3 x 3 7 x 10 2 8 Screw M4 x 14 4 9 Spring Washer 4 6 ...

Page 19: ...Page 19 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 60373 Assembly Diagram SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP ...

Page 20: ...w the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date an...

Page 21: ...l near the assembly diagram or month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference Owner s Manual Safety Instructions Grinding wheel sold separately Owner s Manual Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedure...

Page 22: ...erate injury Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION General Power Tool Safety Warnings 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 The term power tool in the warnings refers to your mains operated cord...

Page 23: ...attention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety 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 p...

Page 24: ... 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 a...

Page 25: ...part during this test time 8 Wear personal protective equipment Depending on application use face shield safety goggles or safety glasses As appropriate wear dust mask hearing protectors gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or work piece fragments The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations The eye protection must be capable ...

Page 26: ...of children 23 People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure In addition people with pacemakers should Avoid operating alone Do not use with power switch locked on Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock Any power cord must be properly grounded G...

Page 27: ...nagging 4 Use special care when working corners sharp edges etc Avoid bouncing and snagging the accessory Corners sharp edges or bouncing have a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause loss of control or kickback 5 Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or toothed saw blade Such blades create frequent kickback and loss of control Safety Warnings Specific for Grinding and Abrasive Cu...

Page 28: ...per Larger sanding paper extending beyond the sanding pad presents a laceration hazard and may cause snagging tearing of the disc or kickback Safety Warnings Specific for Wire Brushing Operations 1 Be aware that wire bristles are thrown by the brush even during ordinary operation Do not overstress the wires by applying excessive load to the brush The wire bristles can easily penetrate light clothi...

Page 29: ... user reducing the risk of electric shock See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet 3 The tool must be plugged int...

Page 30: ...tdoor use 7 Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it 8 Protect the extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 240 VOLT NAMEPLATE AMPERES at full load EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25...

Page 31: ... 1 888 866 5797 Item 60373 Specifications Electrical Rating 120VAC 60Hz 5A Motor No Load Speed 11 000 RPM Max Accessory Diameter 4 100mm Arbor Hole Diameter 5 8 with 7 8 Arbor Adapter Spindle Thread 5 8 x11 TPI SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP ...

Page 32: ...gram near the end of this manual ASSEMBLY Adjusting the Wheel Guard TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Do not operate this tool without the Wheel Guard properly installed 1 Loosen the Wheel Guard Bolt 2 Rotate the Wheel Guard as needed to shield you during the planned work 3 Tighten the Wheel Guard Bolt securely 4 Check the Wheel Guard to ensure it is firmly in place Adjust if necessary before proceeding I...

Page 33: ...88 866 5797 Item 60373 Functions Side Handle Wheel Guard Switch Switch Press the Switch forward to turn the tool on pull it backward to turn the tool off Wheel Guard Bolt Spindle Lock Grinding wheel sold separately SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP ...

Page 34: ...4 or is an unusual shape as follows a Suspend wheel using a dowel or finger through the arbor hole b Tap Wheel Here 45 45 45 45 Hang Wheel from Dowel V E R T I C A L C E N T E R Tap the flat side of the wheel with a light non metallic object such as a screwdriver handle at a point 45 from the vertical center line on each side of the wheel and 1 2 inches from the edge of the wheel see Illustration ...

Page 35: ...safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working 3 Secure loose work pieces using a vise or clamps not included to prevent movement while working 4 There must not be hazardous objects such as utility lines or foreign objects nearby ...

Page 36: ...ct its safe operation 2 AFTER USE wipe external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth 3 Periodically blow dust and grit out of the motor vents using dry compressed air Wear ANSI approved safety goggles and NIOSH approved breathing protection while doing this 4 CARBON BRUSH MAINTENANCE The Carbon Brushes may require maintenance when the motor performance of the tool decreases or stops working compl...

Page 37: ...decreases over time Carbon brushes worn or damaged Have qualified technician replace brushes Excessive noise or rattling Internal damage or wear Carbon brushes or bearings for example Have technician service tool Overheating 1 Forcing tool to work too fast 2 Blocked motor housing vents 3 Motor being strained by long or small diameter extension cord 1 Allow tool to work at its own rate 2 Wear ANSI ...

Page 38: ...UMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO Parts List Part Description Qty 1 Outer Flange 1 2 Inner Flange 1 3 Wheel Guard 1 4 Wheel Guard Nut M5 1 5 Wheel Guard Bolt M5 x 18 1 6 Spindle 1 7 Woodruff Key 3 x 3 7 x 10 2 8 Screw M4 x 14 4 9 Spring Washer 4 6 ...

Page 39: ...Page 19 For technical questions please call 1 888 866 5797 Item 60373 Assembly Diagram SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE SETUP ...

Page 40: ...w the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date an...

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