Kawasaki 841215 Use and Care Manual
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1. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the tool or pull the plug from an outlet Keep the cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating the power tool outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock Make sure the extension cord being used is in good condition If there are any cut or nicks no matter how deep in the insulation DO NOT use that cord Also make sure the extension cord is heavy enough to carry the current needed by the saw see ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS DO NOT use small around the house lamp extension cords These cords can easily overheat and or catch fire when used with power tools PERSONAL SAFETY WARNING Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operat ing a power tool Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Make workshop kid proof with padlocks maste2. DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS CLAIMS AND OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE Limitation Of Liability IN NO EVENT SHALL ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL AND OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ANY BREACH OF ANY PROVISION OF ANY AGREEMENT BETWEEN ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S AND PURCHASER ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER AND OR THE EXISTENCE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF ANY ITEM S SOLD HEREUNDER EVEN IF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS 23 REPRESENTATIVE S HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH DAMAGES IN NO EVENT WHETHER AS A RESULT OF A BREACH OF CONTRACT WARRANTY TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE SHALL ALLTRADE S AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIODS SPECIFIED ABOVE Limitations on Warranty Disclaimers Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the incidental or consequential damages so part or all of the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gi
3. HEREOF Warranty Performance By purchasing the product purchaser expressly acknowledges and agrees that their sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be strictly limited to the repair or replacement of any covered nonconforming items or parts thereof provided that any such nonconforming item and or part is promptly returned to Alltrade s facility postage pre paid and insured address ALLTRADE Warranty Claims amp Repair 1431 Via Plata Long Beach CA 90810 Attn Customer Service 1 800 423 3598 within the applicable warranty period with a written request by purchaser that Alltrade repair and or replace the nonconforming item and or part We recommend that you keep the original product packaging in the event you need to ship the unit We suggest the package be insured against loss or in transit damage When sending your product include your name address phone number dated proof of purchase or copy and a statement about the nature of problem Warranty coverage is conditioned upon purchaser furnishing Alltrade with adequate written proof that they are the original purchaser and of the original purchase date Parts returned freight prepaid and insured to Alltrade s facility see above address will be inspected and at Alltrade s option repaired and or replaced free of charge if found to be defective and subject to warranty Alltrade retains the sole discretion to determine whether any item or part is nonconforming and if
4. THE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY GUARANTY AND OR REPRESENTATION WRITTEN OR ORAL ARISES BY OPERATION OF LAW AND OR EQUITY AND OR BY ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S OR THE BUYER ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS CLAIMS AND OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NO WARRANTY ORAL OR WRITTEN OTHER THAN THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS MADE WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT ALL EXPRESS AND OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S REGARDING THE DESIGN MANUFACTURE PURCHASE USE AND OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY GUARANTY AND OR REPRESENTATION WRITTEN OR ORAL ARISES BY OPERATION OF LAW AND OR EQUITY AND OR BY ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S OR THE PURCHASER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND
5. WIRE WHEELS should never be used on work pieces that are polished or have a textured surface The wheel will deface these surfaces Like grinding stones Work pieces can be held too long against the wire wheels resulting in high temperatures and possible damage to the work piece Consult with Alltrade Customer Service at 1 800 423 3598 toll free for assistance in choosing the proper grinding wheels and accessories for your grinder MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING During normal use the abrasive grinding wheels may become cracked grooved develop rounded corners on the edges chipped loaded with foreign material or worn from the original shape and will need to be replaced Grinding wheels that are chipped or cracked should be replaced IMMEDIATELY 16 ADJUSTMENT KNOB GRINDING WHEEL WOODEN WEDGE SHIELD TOOL REST GRINDING WHEEL GUARD DETAIL A FIGURE 4 REPLACING GRINDING WHEEL REPLACING GRINDING WHEELS When replacing grinding wheels make sure the replacement wheel has a speed rat ing at or above the speed of the grinder The speed rating is listed on the nameplate of the grinder Replacement grinding wheels should have a 1 2 in arbor hole and a maximum width of 3 4 in See Figure 4 1 Ensure the POWER SWITCH 1 is set to the OFF position and the electrical power cord is removed from the power source before changing grinding wheels 2 Loosen the Adjustment Knob and lift the Eye Shields to the UP position The Eye Shi
6. buildup NEVER use flammable materials to clean the grinder NO LUBRICATION is required The grinder motor uses sealed lubrication bearings installed at the factory FLEXIBLE WORK LIGHT 691589 4 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire NEVER use a bulb with a wattage higher than 40 watts Use only type A bulb 40 watt max 120V The Work Light features a flexible arm with a light attached 1 Turn the Power Switch to the OFF position and unplug the power cord from the electrical power source 2 Make sure the Bench Grinder has a chance to cool down to avoid personal injury when replacing light bulb bulb not included 3 To remove the bulb turn counterclockwise To install new bulb turn clockwise 8000020202 ACCESSORIES WARNING Only use accessories that are designed to fit your partic ular grinder These accessories should be specifically labeled to match the speed and arbor size of the grinder Failure to use the proper accessories could result in property damage damage to the grinder and serious person al injury to the operator Optional accessories for the bench grinder can include wire brush wheels that can be used for cleaning and layered cloth wheels that can be used for polishing and buffing Contact ALLTRADE Customer Service at 1 800 423 3598 toll free to find out what accessories are available for the bench grinder Always attach grounded 3 prong extension cords to grounded 3 hole out
7. mm The tool rests should always be tightened to prevent shifting in positions They should be re adjusted as needed as the grinding wheel wears down If not properly adjusted the work piece can be inadvertently drawn into the grind ing wheel causing damage to it or possible severe injury to the operator A WARNING DO NOT stand directly in front of the grinder when it is first turned on Loose fragments could fly off at high speeds possibly causing injury NEVER engage a work piece to a cold grinding stone A cold grinding stone has a tendency to chip Allow the grinder to run for an entire minute before applying the work piece to the grinding stone NEVER start the bench grinder with the work piece against the grinding wheel The work piece can be drawn into the grinding wheel causing it to frag ment resulting in damage to the grinder and or serious injury to the operator Thoroughly clean the grinder before changing types of work pieces Combining wood and metal dust can result in an explosion or fire DO NOT GRIND OR POLISH WORK PIECES MADE OF MAGNESIUM The magnesium could ignite resulting in a very intense fire that could cause severe burns to the operator and or seriously damage the bench grinder NEVER perform grinding operations near flammable gas or liquids The resulting fire and or explosion could cause permanent serious injuries to the operator and damage to the grinder and surrounding work area Avoid awkward positions f
8. pressures or temperatures improper storage or freight damage Parts damaged or worn by operation in dusty environments are not warranted Failure to follow recommended operating and maintenance procedures also voids warranty This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as drill bits screwdriving bits circular saw blades jigsaw blades grinding wheels sanding sheets and other related items DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM TAMPERING ACCIDENT ABUSE NEGLIGENCE FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS DAMAGE WHILE IN TRANSIT TO OUR SERVICE FACILITY USE OF UNAPPROVED OR IMPROPER ATTACHMENTS OR ACCESSORIES COMMERCIAL AND RENTAL APPLICATIONS OR OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO PROBLEMS WITH MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY Alltrade will not be liable for the following labor charges loss or damage resulting from improper operation maintenance or repairs made by other persons pre delivery services such as assembly oil or lubricants and adjustment maintenance services that are normally required to maintain the product The use of other than genuine Alltrade Repair Parts will void warranty 22 Warranty Disclaimers EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED ABOVE ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES GUARANTIES AND OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE S REGARDING
9. ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS SERVICE Mt sng DII 6 SECTION TWO SAFETY RULES FOR BENCH GRINDERS 6 10 4 WARNING 4 READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 9 10 Le cae ds listed below may result in electric shock fire and or EXTENSION CORD STORAGE 20cc0eceeeeeees 10 P E SYMBOLS cs uec cesis iie weak dM ee ae 10 SeenON THREE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ssises ruht 11 FUTURE REFERENCE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 20 2 0 44000 RR RR RR ERE 12 14 INSTALLING THE TOOL RESTS ceva eee 12 14 RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS WORDS AND LABELS INSTALLING THE SPARK DEFLECTORS serre 14 The safety instructions provided in this manual are not intended to cover all possible INSTALLING THE EYE SHIELDS 0005 14 conditions and practices that may occur when operating maintaining and cleaning OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER 00000 15 16 power tools OPERATING THE ON OFF SWITCH 0 0 000 15 Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the DANGER GRINDER OPERATIONS 0 0 cc cece cece evens 15 16 WARNING CAUTION and NOTE statements of this manual SECTION FOUR This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 000000 16 19 A you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all ACCESSORIES ca 9537 trac crim PRECES RIETI ETE EITE 19 20 saf
10. ENDA UN REPRESENTANTE DE ALLTRADE PUEDE RESOLVER SU PROBLEMA POR TEL FONO SI DESEA HACER ALGUNA SUGERENCIA O COMENTARIO LL MENOS 0 ENV ENOS UN MENSAJE DE CORREO ELECTR NICO A INFOGALLTRADETOOLS COM SUS COMENTARIOS SON FUNDAMENTALES PARA NOSOTROS TABLE OF CONTENTS CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS 5 2 Thanks for choosing this product At Alltrade our aim is to provide you with quali ty products at an affordable price and we want you to be totally satisfied with your INTENDED USE 2 dh SECTION ONE product and our Customer Service If any help and advice is needed please contact us at 1 800 423 3598 Properly cared for this tool will give you many GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS 2 6 years of satisfaction RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS WORDS AND LABELS 2 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 0 0 00000 eee naa 3 INTENDED USE WORK 4 This tool is intended for consumer use only This tool is not designed for profes ELECTRICAL SAFE PY ERR 4 sional use The power cord should only be used in approved electrical outlets as PERSONAL SAFETY 5 described in this manual TOOL USE AND CARE 39 2 5 6 GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR ALL
11. Home Use Warranty to Original Retail Buyer Alltrade Tools LLC hereinafter Alltrade expressly warrants to the original retail purchaser of the accompanying ALLTRADE portable power tool and no one else all parts of the product except those parts referred to below which are specifically excluded from such warranty see Exclusions to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from original date of purchase SPECIAL WARRANTY NOTE TO CONTRACTORS AND COMMERCIAL USERS This Alltrade portable power tool is offered as a home use tool and carries a HOME USE WARRANTY This tool is made for home use in the execution of projects and repairs in and around the home Use of the tool for COMMERCIAL PURPOSES OR ON A JOBSITE is not covered under this warranty The date of purchase shall be the date of shipment to the original purchaser or the date the original purchaser took possession custody or control of the product whichever occurred first This warranty shall be null and void if the product or any component thereof is modified altered or used for any commercial purpose or on a jobsite This warranty does not apply to any other product and or component thereof manufactured or distributed by Alltrade and does not apply to products and or components thereof designed manufactured and or assembled by others for which Alltrade makes no warranties whatsoever THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE
12. MPRENDA TODAS LAS PRECAUCIONES ADVERTENCIAS NSTRUCCIONES Y ETIQUETAS DEL PRODUCTO DE LO CONTRARIO PODRIA SUFRIR LESIONES GRAVES 0 CAUSAR DANOS MATERIALES F YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR ALLTRADE PRODUCT DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1 800 423 3598 BEFORE YOU CALL HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE MODEL No DATE PURCHASED AND STORE LOCATION AN ALLTRADE REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A SUGGESTION OR COMMENT GIVE US A CALL OR EMAIL US AT INFO ALLTRADETOOLS COM YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TO US POUR TOUTE QUESTION OU EN CAS DE PROBLEME AVEC LE PRODUIT ALLTRADE NE PAS LE RETOURNER AU MAGASIN OU IL A T ACHET APPELER LE SERVICE APRES VENTEAU 1 800 423 3598 AVANT D APPELER VEILLER A SE PROCURER LES NFORMATIONS SUIVANTES No DE MOD LE DATE DE L ACHAT ET ADRESSE DU MAGASIN UN REPR SENTANT D ALLTRADE PEUT R SOUDRE VOTRE PROBLEME PAR T L PHONE POUR TOUT COMMENTAIRE OU SUGGESTION N H SITEZ PAS NOUS APPELER OU NOUS CONTACTER PAR COURRIEL A L ADRESSE INFO ALLTRADETOOLS COM VOS COMMENTAIRES NOUS SONT EXTR MEMENT PR CIEUX SI TIENE DUDAS 0 SURGEN PROBLEMAS CON SU PRODUCTO ALLTRADE NO LO DEVUELVA A LA TIENDA LLAME A NUESTRO DEPARTAMENTO DE SERVICIO AL CLIENTE AL 1 800 423 3598 ANTES DE LLAMAR TENGA A MANO LA SIGUIENTE INFORMACI N No DE MODELO FECHA DE COMPRA Y DIRECCI N DE LA TI
13. POWERBUILT Serious Tools For Serious Work 1431 Via Plata Long Beach CA 90810 1462 USA Made in China Fabriqu en Chine Impreso en China 2009 Alltrade Tools LLC www alltradetools com COMPONENTS COMPOSANTS COMPONENTES 691598 6 IN BENCH GRINDER INSTRUCTION MANUAL 691589 6 IN BENCH GRINDER WITH WORKLIGHT INSTRUCTION MANUAL MANUEL DE L UTILISATEUR POUR MEULEUSE D ETABLI DE 6 PO MANUEL DE L UTILISATEUR POUR MEULEUSE D ETABLI DE 6 PO AVEC LAMPE DE TRAVAIL MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA ESMERILADORA DE BANCO DE 6 PULG MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA ESMERILADORA DE BANCO DE 6 PULG CON LUZ DE TRABAJO 691598 691589 THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USE READ CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS WARNINGS INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CE MANUEL CONTIENT DES INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES CONCERNANT LA S CURIT LE FONCTIONNEMENT ET LE REMISAGE DE CE PRODUIT LIRE TUDIER ET VEILLER BIEN COMPRENDRE TOUTES LES MISES EN GARDE ET INSTRUCTIONS ET AUTOCOLLANTS APPOS S SUR LE PRODUIT AVANT DE L UTILISER NE PAS RESPECTER CES INSTRUCTIONS POURRAIT ENTRAINER DES BLESSURES ET OU DES DOMMAGES MAT RIELS ESTE MANUAL CONTIENE INFORMACI N IMPORTANTE SOBRE LA SEGURIDAD OPERACI N MANTENIMIENTO Y ALMACE NAMIENTO DE ESTE PRODUCTO ANTES DE USARLO LEA Y CO
14. REW GROUNDING ADAPTER GRINDER POWER CORD FIGURE 1 CONNECTING THE BENCH GRINDER TO THE AC POWER RECEPTACLE If you have questions about hooking up the bench grinder contact a certified elec trical contractor to install the proper circuitry acceptable for this and other power tools you use Repair or replace any damaged electrical wiring IMMEDIATELY EXTENSION CORD USAGE Extension cords are not recommended for use with this bench grinder Extension cords if used must be properly grounded with a 3 prong plug on one and a 3 hole receptacle on the other DO NOT use grounding adapters with an extension cord Extension cords must be UL listed and use a minimum of 16 A W G wiring Extension cords should never exceed 25 feet in length Extension cords that are too long cause a voltage drop over the extra distance causing the grinder motor to run slower with the possibility of causing damage to the motor Using extension cords with smaller than the recommended wire gauge run the risk of getting too hot melt ing and or causing fires See table Extension Cord Specifications on page 20 SYMBOLS IMPORTANT Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage Potential A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency Cycles per Second W Watt Power Kg K
15. ades start by using the coarse grinding wheel This wheel removes a greater amount of surface Then repeat the procedure using the medium wheel to give the 15 tools a finished sharpening NOTE The finished edges on heavy tools such as axes or launmower blades need not be ground to a fine edge like that of a pock et knife or scissor The edge needs to be free of nicks and uneven edges for maximum performance A fine edge will only become damaged easier requir ing more frequent sharpening When sharpening tools start on one end of the tool and slide its surface across the grinding stone in a firm even speed and pressure Reverse the direction for the other side 4 WARNING DO NOT attempt to grind work pieces made of WOOD or MAGNESIUM Using wood with a bench grinder could easily start a fire or cause severe irreversible damage to the work piece Grinding work pieces made of magnesium or magnesium alloys can ignite causing sudden very intense fires Magnesium fires cannot be easily extinguished ABSOLUTELY DO NOT THROW WATER ON A MAGNESIUM FIRE USE ONLY A FIRE EXTIN GUISHER RATED FOR SUCH FIRES OR CALL FOR ASSISTANCE 9 1 1 When water is introduced to a magnesium fire the sudden temperature change could cause the metal to explode sending very hot pieces throughout the work area possibly igniting other fires Use optional accessories such as wire wheels and buffing wheels to create finishing touches to your work piece
16. cement parts Follow instruc tions in the Maintenance section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BENCH GRINDERS WARNING Always wear protective eyewear and or appropriate dust filters and respira tor when using this tool Keep guards in place and in working order Frequently clean grinding dust from beneath grinder DO NOT operate this bench grinder until it is completely assembled accord ing to the instructions in this manual Failure to adhere to these instructions could result in serious and or permanent injury Obtain advice from a qualified individual if you are not completely sure how to use the bench grinder A WARNING Follow all wiring codes Use only properly grounded three hole grounded receptacles DO NOT cut the third prong off the power cord When using an extension cord use only UL Listed extension cords with minimum 16 AWG wiring and a maximum length of 25 feet See ELECTRICAL SAFETY section in this manual Keep bystanders children and visitors at a safe distance from the bench grinder while it is in operation Distractions can cause inadvertent misuse resulting in possible injury to the bystanders or to the operator Always use the provided wheel flanges to mount grinding wheels on the grinder shaft to prevent wheel damage or separation Separation can result in fragments flying off t
17. ch grinder ON OFF switch is located on the front of the grinder base To turn the grinder ON move the rocker style switch to the right to the ON position To turn the grinder OFF move the rocker style switch to the left to the OFF position GRINDER OPERATIONS CAUTION When sharpening tools on a grinder avoid letting the tool stay in one place until it becomes RED HOT You will notice area will change color possibly to a bluish tint when the tool cools This change in color and the exposure to high heat can alter the tempering of the metal making it more brittle and subject to frequent surface damage Before starting any grinding operation check the grinding wheels are properly dressed and have no rounded edges gouges or grooves Refer to the section Maintenance and Cleaning pages 16 19 for procedures on dressing the grinding wheels Ensure the tool rests are securely tightened and the eye shields are in place and properly tightened Allow the grinder to run for at least one minute to warm up the grinding wheels NEVER place a work piece against a COLD grinding wheel The bench grinder is equipped with two aluminum oxide grinding wheels one 36 grit coarse and one 60 grit medium Place the work piece on the tool rest and apply even pressure as contact is made with the abrasive stones f the grinder is being used to sharpen heavy tools such as axes or lawnmower bl
18. eld and Adjustment Knob are shown in Detail A above 3 Remove the three screws 2 and remove the outer cover of the Grinding Stone Guard 3 4 Remove the rear bolt attaching the Tool Rest to the Grinding Wheel Guard 17 5 Loosen the front bolt on the Tool Rest Move the Tool Rest forward as far from the Grinding Shield Guard as possible and re tighten 6 Wedge a small piece of wood between the Tool Rest and the Grinding Stone to prevent it from turning 7 Using a wrench loosen and remove the Arbor Nut 4 from the Motor Spindle 8 CAUTION the Motor Spindle has left hand threads on the left side and right hand threads on the right side Left hand threads LOOSEN by turn ing them clockwise where as right hand threads loosen by turning them counter clockwise This prevents the spindle nuts from becoming loose dur ing grinder operations 8 Remove the Outer Arbor Flange 5 and the old grinding wheel 9 Slide the NEW Grinding Stone onto the Motor Spindle and ensure it seats with the Inner Arbor Flange 7 Install the Outer Arbor Flange 5 and the Arbor Nut 4 10 Wedge a small piece of wood between the Tool Rest and the Grinding Stone to prevent it from turning The Tool Rest is pictured in Detail A on page 17 11 Using a wrench tighten the Arbor Nut 4 to 8 Lbs Ft 12 Place the outer cover of the Grinding Stone Guard and secure it with the three screws 2 that were removed in Step 3 above 13 Remove the
19. ety messages that follow this symbol to avoid SPECIFICATIONS ene he Sur 20 possible injury or death OTHER CONSUMER DO IT YOURSELF DIY TOOLS 20 o SECTION Fv PST hen ech not sve a ath 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 0000000000 Re 21 22 Or serious injury A WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury 4 CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTE NOTE provides additional information that is useful for proper use and maintenance of this tool If a NOTE is indicated make sure it is fully understood IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS A DANGER People with electronic devices such as pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are ead from lead based paints e Crystalline
20. he wheel at high speeds possibly causing severe injuries Use only grinding wheels and metal brushes that are designed for the speed of this grinder Unsuitable grinding wheels can separate throwing fragments outward at high speeds possibly causing severe injuries Never attempt to use a grinding wheel or metal brush with an arbor hole dif ferent from the motor shaft on the grinder Do not overtighten the arbor nut Excessive tightening can cause the wheel to frac ture and possibly break apart during use and throw pieces outward at high speeds Do not use a grinding wheel that vibrates Visually inspect the grinding wheels and dress them as necessary or replace them immediately If the vibration still exists check the bearings on the motor shaft and repair or replace them as soon as possible EXCESSIVE VIBRATION can cause wheel separation Replace a cracked wheel immediately Adjust the eye shields so they are close to the wheels Re adjust the shields as the wheel wears down Flying sparks are dangerous and cause fires and or explo sions if they come in contact with flammable materials or liquids Make sure the eye shields are in place and properly adjusted and secured at all times the grinder is in use Adjust the tool rests before each use Adjust distance between wheel and Tool Rest to maintain 1 8 inch or less separation The amount of separation is to be recommended by the manufacturer but shall not be more than 1 8 inch 3 18
21. ilograms Weight NO Alternating Current Type of Current Direct Current Type of Current T Alternating or Direct Current Type of Current Earthing Terminal Grounding Terminal Class Construction Denotes Double Insulation min Minutes Time S Seconds Time b Diameter Size of Drill Bits Grinding Wheels etc n No load speed No load Rotational Speed min Revolutions per Minute Revolutions Surface Speed Strokes etc per Minute T2535 5 5 Ring Selector Settings Speed Torque or Position Settings 10 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Disconnect the power plug from the AC power source before any assembly adjustments or adding removing accessories Following this preventative step reduces the risk of the drill coming on acciden tally and the risk of damage to the work piece and injury to the operator INSPECTION Carefully inspect each individual part of the bench grinder to ensure there are no cracked broken or bent components needed for a safe installation Carefully choose a location for the bench grinder If mounted on a workbench ensure there is adequate room all around the grinder for safe operation The area must be level and clear of other power tools and or power tool cords that could interfere with operation of the bench grinder If the bench grinder is installed on a universal tool stand available at larger hardware stores ensure there is plenty of un
22. l do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not use tool if the power switch does not turn it ON or OFF Any tool that can not be controlled with the power switch is dangerous and must be replaced A CAUTION Disconnect the power cord plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safe ty measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control Follow instructions for changing accessories Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool Consult the owner s manual for recommended accessories Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing a tool use only identical repla
23. lets If the grinder must be used outside use an extension cord labeled W A or W These extension cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the chances of electrical shock 19 If you must use an extension cord be sure that the gauge is large enough to carry the amount of current necessary for your power tool If not your tool may experi ence a loss of power excessive voltage drop or overheating The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord see table below RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT AC 60 HZ TOOLS TOOL CURRENT RATING CONDUCTOR SIZE IN A W G AMPERE 10FT 25FT 50FT 100FT 3 6 16 16 16 16 6 8 16 16 16 16 8 10 16 16 16 14 10 12 16 16 14 14 12 16 14 12 12 16 20 12 12 12 SPECIFICATIONS Voltage 120V w 60 Hz Rated Current 3 5A No Load Speed 3450 RPM Grinding Wheel Size 6 in x 3 4 in x 1 2 in Light Bulb 691589 Type A 40 watt max 120V OTHER CONSUMER DO IT YOURSELF DIY TOOLS Alltrade offers a full range of Alltrade tools that make DIY jobs easy If you would like further information on the following products please contact Alltrade Customer Service Department at 1 800 423 3598 Cordless Drills Screwdrivers Reciprocating Saws Impact Wrenches Routers Sanders Rotary Tools Jigsaws Corded and Cordless Multi Purpose Tools Circular Saws Wide Range of Accessories and more Angle Grinders 20 1 YEAR LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY Express and Exclusive Limited
24. nt unauthorized use of the bench grinder and or to prevent children from accidentally turning it on Additional information about the proper use of bench grinders is available from the Power Tool Institute 1300 Sumner Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute com Information is also available from the National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 Additionally you can refer to the American National Standards Institute ANSI 01 1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U S Department of Labor OSHA 1910 213 Regulations GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS The electrical power source for this bench grinder MUST be grounded in order pre vent possible electric shock or even death should the tool malfunction or break down Grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current thus reduc ing the risk of electrical shock The power source must also use a minimum 20A service and not used if other power tools on the same circuit are in use This bench grinder is equipped with a grounded 3 wire power cord with a 3 prong plug If the power cord will not fit into the wall plug an approved adapter can be used as long as it is connected to the center screw in the wall plate Never modify the electrical plug by cutting off the grounding prong so it will fit into unapproved un grounded electrical receptacles See Figure 1 GROUNDED RECEPTACLE UNGROUNDED AC RECEPTACLE COVERPLATE MOUNTING SC
25. obstructed space around the grinder as not to interfere with safe operation on the tool The bench grinder should be installed in a place that is away from outside ele ments and close to an approved power receptacle so that an extension cord will not be needed Should an extension cord be needed refer to Page 20 in this manual for choosing the proper length and wire gauge needed for safe opera tion of the bench grinder CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS Is 1 Grinder Motor Housing 4 Do not assemble and or use the grinder in an area that may be contaminated with oily rags Keep flammable materials such as gasoline paint thinner or sol 2 Eye Shield 2 vents Sparks from normal grinding operations can ignite these compounds 3 Eye Shield Locking Knob 2 resulting in moderate to severe burns to the operator 4 Eye Shield Mounting Bolt and Washer 2 5 Carefully inspect the grinding wheels to ensure they were not damaged during 5 Spark Deflector 2 shipment Fractured grinding wheels can shatter during grinding operations and 6 Left Side Tool Rest throw off pieces at high speeds Failure to adhere to these cautions can cause 7 Right Side Tool Rest with V groove severe injury including blindness or even death to the operator 8 Flexible Work Light 691589 only 9 On Off Switch INSTALLING THE TOOL RESTS 10 Wheel Guard 2 11 Grinding Wheel 36 Grit 12 Grinding Wheel 60 Grit A WARNING x reduce the risk of injury never
26. or both hands and work pieces A sudden slip could draw fingers into the grinding wheel causing injury Always keep hands arms and fingers away from the grind wheel surface Severe injury could result Hold the piece firmly against the grinding wheel A loose grip can cause loss of control of the work piece resulting in severe injuries or damage to the bench grinder Always make contact with the face of the grinding stones Grinding objects on the side of the grinding stones can cause the stones to fragment resulting in fragments being thrown from the wheel at high speeds Serious injury could result Never apply a coolant directly to the work piece while it is in contact with the grinding stone Coolant can weaken the makeup of the grinding stones caus ing them to fail Dip the work piece in water to cool it DO NOT touch the ground portion of the work piece until it has properly cooled Touching HOT surfaces can cause injury NEVER perform layout or assembly to work pieces in front of the grinder while it is still running A sudden slip could bring hands in contact with the moving parts of the bench grinder resulting in injury to the operator Turn the ON OFF switch on the grinder to the OFF position and unplug the power cord from the electrical receptacle when the grinding operations are finished Thoroughly clean the area surrounding the bench grinder making it ready for the next use Secure the electrical power cord to preve
27. r switches or by removing starter keys Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is off before plugging in Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents Never tool running unattended Turn power Off Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool ON A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper foot ing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions TOOL USE AND CARE CAUTION Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control Never stand on tool Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cut ting tool is unintentionally contacted Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool wil
28. silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles WARNING This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered work benches and dark work areas may cause accidents or injury Do not operate power tools in explosive areas such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and ground ed in accordance with all codes and ordinances Never remove the ground ing prong or modify the plug in any way Do not use any adaptor plugs Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user
29. so whether the 21 item and or part will be repaired and or replaced If the unit is repaired new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used If Alltrade chooses to replace the product it may replace it with a new or reconditioned one of the same or comparable design The repaired or replaced unit will be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period Typically a defective product that is returned within the first 30 days after the purchase date will be replaced for items returned after the first 30 days and within the warranty period covered defective parts not subject to normal wear and tear or other exclusions will be repaired or replaced at Alltrade s option During the warranty period Alltrade will be responsi ble for the return shipping charges Alltrade s repair and or replacement of any non conforming item and or part thereof shall constitute fulfillment of all obligations to the purchaser Alltrade shall not be responsible or liable for any expense including freight charges or repairs made outside Alltrade s facility unless expressly agreed to by Alltrade in writing Under no circumstances shall Alltrade bear any responsibility for loss of the unit loss of time or rental inconvenience commercial loss or consequential damages Exclusions This warranty does not cover parts damaged due to normal wear abnormal conditions misapplication misuse abuse accidents operation at other than recommended
30. t Always check to ensure the eye shields are correctly fitted and the eye shield spark deflectors are correctly adjusted each time the grinder is used Eye shields and spark deflectors must be fitted over each grinding wheel INSTALLING THE SPARK DEFLECTORS 1 Remove the two Spark Deflectors 3 and the two smaller bolts and washers 6 from the parts bag 2 Install the Spark Deflectors to the Wheel Guards 5 as shown in Figure 3 Adjust them to within 1 8 in of the Grinding Wheel INSTALLING THE EYE SHIELDS 1 Remove the bolt washer 2 and Eye Shield Locking Knob 4 from the top of the Eye Shield 1 2 Position the Eye Shield to the Eye Shield Bracket as shown in Figure 3 3 Reinsert the bolt through the Eye Shield Bracket and Eye Shield followed by the washer and Eye Shield Locking Knob 4 Tighten to secure the Eye Shield to the Eye Shield Bracket FIGURE 3 INSTALLING THE EYE SHIELD 5 Repeat mirror for the opposite side 14 OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER CAUTION Ensure the ON OFF switch is in the OFF position before plugging the power cord into the AC power source Ensure there are no tools or work pieces in contact with the grinding wheels when the grinder is turned ON Failure to observe these procedures could result in damage to the bench grinder tools work pieces or serious personal injury to the operator or bystanders OPERATING THE ON OFF SWITCH The ben
31. use a bench grinder on 13 Base which the tool rest has not been fitted or where the tool rest has not been cor 14 Mounting Holes rectly adjusted 11 12 bas FIGURE 2 INSTALLING THE TOOL REST When installing the Tool Rests on the bench grinder NOTE there is a Left Tool Rest and a Right Tool Rest The tool rest shelf ALWAYS points away from the motor and the two different tool rests cannot be installed on the wrong side See Figure 2 1 Remove the two mounting bolts 1 and washers 2 from the parts bag 2 Install the Tool Rests 3 to the wheel guards as shown in Figure 2 3 Insert the mounting bolts and washers through the slotted hole at the bottom of the Tool Rest and reattach them to the grinding stone guard 4 4 Position the Tool Rest no more than 1 8 in away from the Grinding Stone 5 5 Tighten the two mounting bolts securely using the appropriate size metric combination wrench to prevent the Tool Rest from moving during usage of the bench grinder NOTE As the grinding stones wear down adjust the tool rest inward maintaining the 1 8 in gap 6 Repeat the assembly operation for the second Tool Rest WARNING To reduce the risk of injury never connect plug to power source outlet until all assembly steps are completed 13 CAUTION Prior to fitting the eye shields and spark deflectors ensure the grinder is turned off and the power plug is removed from the socke
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33. wedge and reposition the Tool Rest no more than 1 8 in away from the Grinding Stone and fasten all hardware DRESSING THE GRINDING WHEELS After using the grinding for a period of time the wheel surface could become grooved and the edges rounded Re surfacing the grinding wheel is called dress ing the wheel Use a suitable silicone carbide stick type dresser or the wheel dresser provided with the grinder An uneven grinding wheel can cause poor results upon grinding items that use the entire surface of the wheel Follow the steps below to dress the grinding wheel 1 Turn on the grinder 2 Set the dresser on the tool rest and move it forward against the moving wheel until it touches the high point 3 Dress the grinding wheel by moving the dresser back and forth 4 Repeat this operation until the surface of the grinding wheel is clean and free of grooves or gouges and the wheel edges are square to the wheel surface 5 Repeat this operation on both grinding stones 18 CLEANING THE BENCH GRINDER The bench grinder should only be cleaned after the power cord is removed from the power source and the Power Switch is turned to OFF Clean any dust buildup from around moving parts or near electrical connections This dust can possibly contain metallic shavings that could cause electricity to be conducted from the grinder parts to a grounded object Use a clean rag brush or com pressed air source to remove excessive dust
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