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1. Inspect the grinding disc before fitting and during use to ensure it is not deformed or cracked.
Do not use a damages disc.
2. Ensure that the guard is fitted in a position that ensures it is between you and the grinding
disc. The guard is there to protect you from flying objects that may be dislodged at the
workpiece and from accidental contact of your hand, fingers or other part of your body with
the disc.
3. Do not fit or use a grinding disc for cutting applications. Grinding discs should be used for
grinding metal only.
4. The grinding disc provided is not solid. It is made from grit, which is bonded together with
reinforcement and adhesives. It is always possible that a part of the disc can dislodge and
fly away from the tool at high speed. This is why you must wear the appropriate safety
equipment (glasses, gloves and protective clothing) and follow all safety instructions
detailed in this manual.
5. Do not use any kind of attachment (discs or otherwise) that has a diameter greater than 4in.
6. Remove the outer flange by hand if loose.
7. If the outer flange is tight, depress the spindle lock button at the top of the gear box housing
and rotate the spindle until it locks in position. Once the spindle is locked and cannot be
rotated, use the pin wrench supplied to loosen the outer flange.
Fig A
8. Remove the grinding disc from its envelope.
9. Hold the Angle Grinder with the spindle facing upwards and make sure that the inner flange
is on the spindle and located correctly. The two machined flat sections on one side of the
inner flange must face the Angle Grinder and locate in the appropriate position on the
spindle.
Fig B
10. Insert the grinding disc onto the Angle Grinder spindle with the disc label facing the Angle
