4½ Inch Angle Grinder Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use The Ironton 4½ Inch Angle Grinder is a powerful tool that provides quick stock removal and efficient shaping, grinding, and cutting of metal. The 4-1/2 inch angle grinder has a rugged 4.3 amp motor that delivers 11000 RPM and features a rugged aluminum gear case to withstand rigorous use in the shop or garage. Technical Specifications Property Wheel Diameter Power Amperes Speed Specification 4 ½ in. 110V / 60 Hz 4.
and contact will cause electrical shock. Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow children to handle the product. Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury and/or property damage if contacted.
children. Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating speed or operating pressure than the tool itself. Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the product without the guards in place.
grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances. DO NOT MODIFY THE PROVIDED PLUG. If it will not fit the receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician. CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand the grounding instructions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.
Extension Cords ⚠WARNING USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and cause overheating. Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it.
Main Parts of Angle Grinder Subassembly Side Handle Wheel Guard Bolt Wheel Guard Spindle Lock Switch Assembly Instructions ⚠WARNING To prevent serious injury, gaskets must be used for all grinding wheels they are provided with. Gaskets help prevent grinding wheel damage and wheel slippage, causes of wheel failure. Do not over tighten the flange. Over tightening can damage the wheel, causing wheel failure.
Side Handle Assembly Before operation, assemble the side handle to the angle grinder. Using the threads, tighten the side handle onto the angle grinder. Before Each Use ⚠WARNING Check for damaged or worn parts like abrasive wheels, backing pad, wire brush, etc. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work area. Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid potential overheating. Do not use cutting off wheel for side grinding. Ensure that sparks resulting from use do not create a hazard e.g. do not hit persons, or ignite flammable substances.Do not overload. Allow the grinder to come up to full speed before touching the work material. Never lay the grinder down until it has come to a complete stop. 1. Connect to the power.
2. Remove the outer flange. Keep the inner flange in position on the spindle. 3. Mount the wheel and run a test. After Each Use ⚠WARNING The angle grinder will become hot after using; do not touch it immediately after using. Keep the angle grinder away from children and animals. Wipe the external surfaces of the angle grinder with a clean cloth. Store the angle grinder and accessories in a clean and dry place.
Maintenance Interval Maintenance Point Keep the vents clear of dust and debris. Daily before operating Inspect the cord and have it replaced by an authorized technician. Check the brushes and replace as needed. After the 60 hours of use If you replace the brushes, run the angle grinder without load for 15 minutes to seat the brushes properly. Troubleshooting Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local dealer.
Parts Diagram Parts List Reference 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Part Description Outer Flange Inner Flange Wheel Guard Wheel Guard Bolt Wheel Guard Square Nut Spindle Woodruff Key Screw Spring Washer Gearbox Bottom Cover Bearing 60201 Locking Ring Ring Gear Locking Ring Bearing Side Handle Page 14 of 17 Quantity 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Reference 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 Part Description Screw Keeper Lock Spring Spindle Lock Gear Housing Pinion Gear Bearing 6018 Gearbox Back Cover Screw Screw Woodruff Key Armature Bearing 6018 Bearing Cover Bolt Stator Sliding Spring Wind Shield Ring Switch Switch Arm Lock Spring Motor Housing Carbon Brush Holder Brush Sliding Spring Switch End Cap Housing Screw Sheath (#115A) Power Cord Bracket Screw Power Cord Wrench Quantity 4 1
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or ''Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only (''You'' or ''Your'') that the Ironton product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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