Use and Care Manual

BG8SS 8 Inch Bench Grinder Assembly & Operating Instructions
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This manual contains important information regarding safety, operation, maintenance and storage of this product.
Before use, read carefully and understand all warnings, cautions, instructions and labels. Failure to do so could result
in serious personal injury, property damage or even death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before using this tool, you need to become familiar with its operation. If you are unsure about the
operation of the tool, or have any questions about its proper use, call the Customer Service Department at
1-888-287-6981. Follow these instructions for safe handling of the tool:
• Always secure and support the work piece using clamps. Do not use your hands to hold the
piece in place.
• Be sure your work area is clean and secure before turning the power switch into the “ON”
position. Be sure the area is free from all foreign material, nails, staples, or any other material.
• Turn the tool “OFF” and unplug from the power source before making any changes or
adjustments to the saw blade.
• Do not use solvents containing carbon tetrachloride, ammonia or acetone to clean the saw.
Never use gasoline, paint thinner, or other caustic chemicals that can damage the plastic parts of the
tool.
• Always use the appropriate safety gear when operating this saw. Including but not limited, to
goggles, dust mask or respirator. Always work in a well-ventilated area to reduce your exposure to
harmful chemicals and dust particles.
• Keep hands away from the cutting area.
• Do not reach under the work piece.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND/OR SYMBOLS
SYMBOLS
The following symbols may be used on your tool. Be familiar with and learn the symbols to operate the tool safely.
Symbol
Name
Description
V
Volts
Voltage (Potential)
A
Amperes
Current
Hz
Hertz
Frequency (Cycles per Second)
W
Watt
Power
Kg
Kilograms
Weight
Alternating Current
Type of Current
Direct Current
Type of Current
Alternating or Direct Current
Type of Current
Earthing Terminal
Grounding Terminal
Class II Construction
Denotes Double Insulation
min
Minutes
Time
s
Seconds
Time
Diameter
Size of Drill Bits, Grinding Wheels, etc.
No Load Speed
No-load Rotational Speed
…/min
Revolutions per Minute
Revolutions, Surface Speed, Strokes, etc. per Minute
1,2,3…
Ring Selector Settings
Speed, Torque or Position Settings
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• Bench Grinder
• 2 Grinding Wheels (One Course and One Medium) 60 and 120 grit
• 2 Tool Rests
• 2 Eye Shields