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Mounting and Removing Hubbed Wheels
(Fig. A)
Hubbed wheels install directly on the threaded spindle. Thread
of accessory must match thread of spindle.
1. Remove backing flange by pulling away from tool.
2. Thread the wheel on the spindle
3. Depress the spindle lock button
tighten the hub of the wheel.
4. Reverse the above procedure to remove the wheel.
NOTICE: Failure to properly seat the wheel before turning
the tool on may result in damage to the tool or the wheel.
Mounting Wire Cup Brushes and
Wire Wheels (Fig. A)
WARNING: Failure to properly seat the flange/ clamp nut/
wheel could result in serious injury (or damage to the tool
or wheel).
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
wear work gloves when handling wire brushes and
wheels. They can become sharp.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool,
wheel or brush must not touch guard when mounted
or while in use. Undetectable damage could occur to
the accessory, causing wires to fragment from accessory
wheel or cup.
Wire cup brushes or wire wheels install directly on the threaded
spindle without the use of flanges. Use only wire brushes or
wheels provided with a threaded hub. These accessories are
available at extra cost from your local dealer or authorised
service centre.
1. Place the tool on a table, guard up.
2. Thread the wheel on the spindle by hand.
3. Depress spindle lock button
hub of the wire wheel or brush to tighten the wheel.
4. To remove the wheel, reverse the above procedure.
NOTICE: To reduce the risk of damage to the tool, properly
seat the wheel hub before turning the tool on.
Prior to Operation
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Install the guard and appropriate disc or wheel. Do not use
excessively worn discs or wheels.
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Be sure the backing and locking flange are mounted
correctly. Follow the instructions given in the
Accessory Chart.
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Make sure the disc or wheel rotates in the direction of the
arrows on the accessory and the tool.
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Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use, inspect
the accessory such as abrasive wheels for chips and cracks,
backing pad for cracks, tear or excess wear, wire brush for
loose or cracked wires. If power tool or accessory is dropped,
inspect for damage or install an undamaged accessory. After
inspecting and installing an accessory, position yourself and
bystanders away from the plane of the rotating accessory
and run the power tool at maximum no‑load speed for one
50
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by hand.
and use a wrench to
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and use a wrench on the
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minute. Damaged accessories will normally break apart
during this test time.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start‑up can cause injury.
WARNING:
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Ensure all materials to be ground or cut are secured
in place.
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Secure and support the workpiece. Use clamps or a
vise to hold and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. It is important to clamp and support the
workpiece securely to prevent movement of the
workpiece and loss of control. Movement of the
workpiece or loss of control may create a hazard and
cause personal injury.
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Always wear regular working gloves while operating
this tool.
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The gear becomes very hot during use.
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Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool. Do not exert
side pressure on the disc.
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Always install the guard and appropriate disc or
wheel. Do not use excessively worn disc or wheel.
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Avoid overloading. Should the tool become hot, let it
run a few minutes under no load condition to cool the
accessory. Do not touch accessories before they have
cooled. The discs become very hot during use.
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Never work with the grinding cup without a suitable
protection guard in place.
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Do not use the power tool with a cut‑off stand.
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Never use blotters together with bonded
abrasive products.
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Be aware, the wheel continues to rotate after the tool
is switched off.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. G)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the side handle
with the other hand on the body of the tool, as shown in
Figure G.
Paddle Switch (Fig. A)
CAUTION: Hold the side handle and body of the tool
firmly to maintain control of the tool at start up and
during use and until the wheel or accessory stops rotating.
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