7” Angle Grinder 46237 Set up And Operating Instructions Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Save this manual. Copyright© 2001 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.
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plugs with grounded power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b. 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. c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. proved for the specific hazards in the work area. 4. Power tool use and care a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
mum speed marked on the power tool. Accessories running faster than their RATED SPEED can break and fly apart. sive or work piece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations. The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations. The dust mask or respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by your operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss. 5.
could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into your body. 14. Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing and excessive accumulation of powdered metal may cause electrical hazards. 15. Do not operate the power tool near flammable materials. Sparks could ignite these materials. 16. Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocution or shock. 17.
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. 2. Never place your hand near the rotating accessory. Accessory may kickback over your hand. 3. Do not position your body in the area where power tool will move if kickback occurs.
4. 5. side of cut-off wheel. Abrasive cutoff wheels are intended for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to these wheels may cause them to shatter. 2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the blood supply to the hands and fingers, increasing the risk of vibration-related injury. Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of correct size and shape for your selected wheel. Proper wheel flanges support the wheel thus reducing the possibility of wheel breakage.
of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) Grounding To prevent electric shock and death from incorrect grounding wire connection: Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use.
3. 4. 5. 6. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage. (See Table A.) The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord. (See Table A.
Specifications Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 1300 W Input, 780 W Output Motor No Load Speed 8,500 RPM Wheel Diameter 7” Arbor Diameter 7/8” Spindle Thread 5/8” x 11 TPI 95GA E194601 Unpacking When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
• dry and clean. • proven undamaged by inspection and by the ring-test explained below. Operating Instructions Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. 2. Push the Brake Pin (22) button while slowly turning the Outer Flange (1) with the Spanner (50) provided until the Brake Pin depresses fully.
c. Rotate the wheel 45 degrees and repeat the test until the entire wheel has been checked. d. An undamaged wheel will give a clear tone. If cracked, there will be a dead sound and not a clear ring. 5. 6. Slip the grinding wheel onto the Spindle with a paper gasket, or blotter, first. The blotter should be centered on the grinding wheel and the wheel and blotter should rest flat against the Inner Flange.
General Operating Instructions To prevent serious injury: Grip the tool firmly in both hands. 1. Plug the Cord (41) into the electrical outlet. 2. Secure the material being cut. Hold the Handle with one hand, and the Back Handle (44) with the other, and press down on the Switch (38). This will start the motor. 3. Allow the tool to come up to full speed before touching the work material. 4. Apply the wheel to the work material, allowing the tool to operate at full speed.
Maintenance And Servicing 3. After Use, clean external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth. Never use solvents or harsh cleaners as they may damage the housing. To prevent electrical shock, do not allow water or other liquids to enter the motor vent holes. 4. Carbon Brush (46) Maintenance. The carbon brushes may require maintenance when the motor performance of the tool decreases or stops working completely.
Note: New carbon brushes tend to spark when first used until they wear and conform to the motor’s armature. Problem 5. WARNING! If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician. Troubleshooting Possible Causes Likely Solutions Tool will not start 1. No power at outlet. 2. Cord not connected. 3. Carbon Brushes may be worn or damaged. 1. Check power at outlet. 2. Check that cord is plugged in. 3.
Parts List PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY The manufacturer and/or distributor has provided the parts list and assembly diagram in this manual as a reference tool only. Neither the manufacturer or distributor makes any representation or warranty of any kind to the buyer that he or she is qualified to make any repairs to the product, or that he or she is qualified to replace any parts of the product.
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Record Product’s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 46237 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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