Use and Care Manual

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INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)

• To mount grinder to wooden bench top, use 1/4 x 1¼” wood

screws with flat washers beneath heads. Tighten screws until

space between grinder base and bench top is 1/8” (base should

be flush for 9682075A).

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Improper connection of equipment grounding con-

ductor can result in the risk of electrical shock. Equipment should

be grounded while in use to protect operator from electrical shock.

• Check with a qualified electrician if grounding instructions are

not understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly

grounded.

• This grinder is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord

rated at 300V and a 3-prong, grounding type plug (See Figure 2)

for your protection against shock hazards.

• Grounding plug should be plugged directly into a properly

installed and grounded 3- prong grounding-type receptacle

(See Figure 2).

• Do not remove or alter grounding prong in any manner. In the

event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a

path of least resistance for electrical shock.

WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of plug

when installing or removing from outlet.

• Plug must be plugged into matching outlet that is properly

installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and

ordinances. Do not modify plug provided. If it will not fit in out-

let, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

• Inspect tool cords periodically, and, if damaged, have repaired

by an authorized service facility.

• Green (or green and yellow) conductor in cord is the grounding

wire. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is nec-

essary, do not connect the green (or green and yellow) wire to a

live terminal.

• Where a 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be re-

placed with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed

in accordance with National Electric Code and local codes and

ordinances.

WARNING: This work should be performed by a qualified

electrician.

• A temporary 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter (See Figure

3) is available for connecting plugs to a two pole outlet if it is

properly grounded.

• Do not use a 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter unless per-

mitted by local and national codes and ordinances.

(A 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter is not permitted in

Canada.) Where permitted, the rigid green tab or terminal on the

side of the adapter must be securely connected to a permanent

electrical ground such as a properly grounded water pipe, a prop-

erly grounded outlet box or a properly grounded wire system.

• Many cover plate screws, water pipes and outlet boxes are not

properly grounded. To ensure proper ground, grounding means

must be tested by a qualified electrician.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use 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 un-

dersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of

power and overheating. Table shows the correct size to use de-

pending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt,

use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heav-

ier the cord.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

WARNING: All electrical connections must be performed by a

qualified electrician. Make sure tool is off and disconnected from

power source while motor is mounted, connected, reconnected or

anytime wiring is inspected.

• Motor and wires are installed as shown in wiring diagram (See

Figure 4). Motor is assembled with approved, 3-conductor cord

to be used at 115/230 volts. Motor is prewired at the factory for

115 volts.

• To use the grinder with a 230 volt power supply, have a qualified

electrician rewire motor and attach a 230 volt, 15 amp three-

prong plug onto grinder line cord.

OPERATION

CAUTION: Always follow proper operating procedures as defined

in this manual even if you are familiar with use of this or similar

tools. Remember that being careless for even a fraction of a second

can result in severe personal injury.

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses complying with United

States ANSI Z87.1 (shown on package) before commencing power

tool operation.

• Keep a steady, moderate pressure on the work and keep it

moving at an even pace for smooth grinding.

• Pressing too hard overheats the motor and prematurely wears

down the grinding wheels.

• Note the original bevel angle on the item to be sharpened and

try to maintain that angle. Sharpening a cutting edge requires

removing burrs from edge.

Palmgren Operating Manual & Parts List 9682072A, 9682073A and 9682075A

Figure 3 – 2-Prong Receptacle with Adapter

Grounding Lug

Adapter

3-Prong Plug

2-Prong Receptacle

Make sure this is

connected to a known

grounded receptacle.

Figure 2 – 3-Prong Receptacle

Properly Grounded Outlet

ong

3-Prong Plug

Figure 4 – Wiring Diagram

Yellow

Black

White

Red

Yellow

Red

Black

White

Volts

115 25 50 100

230 50 100 200

06 18 16 16

6 10 18 16 14

10 12 16 16 14

12 16 14 12

More Not

Than More Than

Minimum Gage for Cord

Total Length of Cord in Feet

Not Recommended

Ampere Rating

Extension Cord Table

115 V 230 V