SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SPECIFIC SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
WET SHARPENER
Basic precautions should always be followed
when using your wet sharpener. To reduce the
risk of injury, electrical shock, or fire, comply with
the safety rules listed below:
1. The operation of any sharpener or power tool
can result in debris being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe and permanent eye
damage.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
Everyday eyeglasses are
NOT
safety glasses.
ALWAYS
wear Safety Goggles (that comply with
ANSI standard Z87.1) when operating power
tools. Using a respirator is also recommended
2.
DO NOT
operate this machine until it is com-
pletely assembled and installed according to the
instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled
can cause serious injury.
3.
FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES
and recom
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mended electrical connections to prevent shock
or electrocution.
4.
SECURE THE BENCH GRINDER
to a stand
or workbench to prevent sliding or tipping during
start up or use. See page 14.
5.
INSPECT WHEELS
for cracks or fragments
before starting the machine . REPLACE DAM
-
AGED WHEELS immediately. Parts of the wheel
can be thrown at high speeds causing injury.
6.
REPLACE A CRACKED OR DAMAGED
GRINDING WHEEL IMMEDIATELY.
A damaged
wheel can discharge debris at a high velocity
towards the operator. Carefully handle the
grinding wheels since they are abrasive. Prior to
replacing a grinding wheel, check it for cracks.
DO NOT
remove the blotter or label on both
sides of the grinding wheel. Tighten the spindle
nut just enough to hold the grinding wheel firmly
to the Grinder.
DO NOT
over-tighten the nut.
Excessive clamping force can damage the grind
-
ing wheel. Only use the wheel flanges provided
with the grinder. Use only properly sized wheels
(diameter, width and bore) and verify that the
grinding wheel has a higher R.P.M. rating than
the maximum R.P.M. of the machine.
7.
DO NOT USE A WHEEL THAT VIBRATES.
Dress the grinding wheel, replace it, or replace
the bearings of the shaft. Unsuitable grinding
wheels can come apart, throwing fragments that
may cause injury to you or the machine.
8.
THE DIAMETER OF THE GRINDING
WHEELS WILL DECREASE WITH USE.
Adjust
the tool rests and any jigs to maintain a safe
distance of 1/8” or less from the wheel.
9.
DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE BENCH
GRINDER WHEN STARTING IT.
Stand to one
side of the Grinder and turn it “ON”. Wait at the
side until the grinder comes up to full speed.
There is always a possibility that debris from a
damaged grinding wheel may be discharged
towards the operator.
10.
ALLOW THE GRINDER TO ATTAIN FULL
SPEED BEFORE BEGINNING WORK.
11.
NEVER START THE MACHINE with the
workpiece against the grinding wheel.
The
workpiece can be drawn into the wheel, causing
damage to the machine and/or serious injury.
12.
NEVER GRIND ON A COLD WHEEL.
Run
the sharpener for one full minute before applying
the workpiece. A cold wheel has a tendency to
chip. Those fragments could fly from the wheel at
high speeds.
13.
NEVER FORCE THE WORK PIECE
AGAINST A GRINDING WHEEL
, especially if the
wheel is cold. Apply the work piece slowly, allow
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ing the grinding wheel an opportunity to warm up.
This will minimize the chance of wheel breakage.
14.
GRIND A WORKPIECE
using the face of
the grinding wheel only.
DO NOT
grind using
the sides of the grinding wheels. Damage to the
wheel and a loss of control of the workpiece can
cause serious injury.
15.
NEVER GRIND NEAR FLAMMABLE GAS
OR LIQUIDS.
Sparks can create a fire or an
explosion.
16.
KEEP THE TOOL RESTS FIRMLY IN
PLACE AND TIGHTENED.
Use them along with
any tool-holding jigs to safely hold and position
your material for grinding.
