Arbortech MIN.FG.300.00 AU Setup guide

FOR SAFETY READ THE MANUAL
BEFORE USING THIS TOOL
Thank you for purchasing an Arbortech Product.
Your Arbortech Mini Grinder has been designed & manufactured to
provide you with the highest satisfaction in performance, durability
and safe operation.
Double
Insulated
MINI-GRINDER
OWNER’S INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Original instructions provided by Arbortech Industries
MIN.PK.BOOK300
REV_060417

Please read this manual carefully to ensure your safety and correct
operation and care of the machine. If you are using the Power Chisel
correctly, it will provide you with years of reliable service and save you time
and money.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2. Rules for safe operation of electrical equipment
5. Knowing your tool
6. Unpacking and Assembly
7. Operation
11. Maintenance
13. Accessories & Spare Parts
13. Other Products
Page No.
WARNING - READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire
and/or personal injury. The term “power tool” in all the warnings listed below
refers to your mains operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.

1) WORK AREA SAFETY
• Keep work area well ventilated, clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to loose control.
Rules for safe operation of electrical equipment 2
The Arbortech Mini Grinder is designed and built to meet and exceed
Australian and International Safety Standards.
Use only Arbortech approved or other qualified service centres for
the servicing and/or repair of this tool. For further assistance contact
Arbortech.
The Arbortech Mini Grinder is double insulated to provide the highest
possible operator protection from electric shock. Please observe all
necessary safety precautions to avoid electric shock. Do not operate this
tool until you have read and understood all safety instructions and rules of
operation. Failure to comply with these instructions can result in serious
accidents including fire, electric shock or serious personal injury.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING - READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire
and/or personal injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified
plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric
shock. Note: The term “Residual Current Device (RCD)” may be replaced by the term
“ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)” or “earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB)”
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power
tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
• Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from
the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power
tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• 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.
5) SERVICE
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.

Note: text, diagrams and data are correct at time of printing. In the interests of continuous improvement
of our products, technical specifications are subject to alteration without prior notice.
5 Knowing your tool
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Max. Blade diameter: 50 mm
Max. RPM: 18,000 rpm @ extension spindle
Power: 5.8A ~ 700 Watt
Rating:230-240V, AC, 50-60Hz
120V, AC, 60Hz
Model: MIN.FG.300.00 AU | MIN.FG.300.00.20 US |
MIN.FG.300.00.40 UK | MIN.FG.300.00.20 EU
AUST. APPROVAL SGSEA/120903
CE-Declaration of Conformity:
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in conformity with the CE
Standards.
Disc Bore Size: 9.5mm
Max. cutting depth: 10 mm
Weight: 1.83 Kg
Overall Length: 350mm
Vibration emission: 1.233 m/s2
Noise emission: 100.7 dB(A)

1. Remove the Mini Grinder from its box.
Inspect to ensure that no damage has occurred
during shipping. If damaged, report to the
retailer immediately.
2. Remove the auxiliary handle from the box and
attach to the tool. (as shown in fig.1)
3.Ensure that the Mini Grinder extension arm is
always fitted securely to the mounting plate. If
loose, tighten the 3 screws that hold the Mini-
Grinder to the mounting plate on the tool body.
as seen in fig.2.
4. The Mini Grinder is packaged with a Mini
Grinder Blade fitted, ready for use. Ensure that
the cutter clamping bolt is tightened fully. (as
shown in fig.3)
5. Before plugging in, ensure that the on/off
switch is in the OFF position.
6. WARNING: Do not run machine before
attaching blade to avoid damage to belt.
Fig.1
Knowing your tool (cont’d) 6
Unpacking and assembly
Mini-Grinder
Spindle Lock
Spindle Lock
Fig.3
On/off
switch
Fig.2
Belt Tensioning
Cap
Mounting plate Fig.4

7 Operation
BLADES
1To change blades place a flat head
screwdriver into the Mini Grinder
spindle lock and hold (seen in fig .5)
then unscrew the cutter clamping bolt by
using the Allen key provided and
remove blade ( as shown in fig 6)
2Place new blade securely on the small
pulley. Ensuring that the blade is sitting
flat against the pulley.
3Place top washer over blade and secure
using the cutter clamping bolt (as shown
in fig 6) then tighten
SANDERS
To replace the blade with sanders follow
step 1 to remove blade.
Insert HEXAGONAL BOLT into the mini
sander keyway and wind into the mini-
grinder spindle in place of the cutter ( as
shown in fig 7 ) using the screwdriver for
securing.
Fig.5
Fig.6
Fig.7

8 Operation (cont’d)
DIAMOND BLADE & MINI INDUSTRIAL
BLADE
Required Stepwasher
To change blades with Diamond or Mini
Industrial Blade follow step 1 as for
BLADES on OPERATION ( page 7 ) to
remove blade (seen in fig .5) then unscrew
the cutter clamping bolt by using the Allen
key provided and remove blade (as shown
in fig 6)
Fitting Instruction as below
(These instructions are identical for fitting
the diamond blade)
There is a brass seating washer loosely fixed
to the underside of this cutter. It positions
the cutter forward to prevent collision with
the inside face of the guard. Please ensure
it is fitted on the correct side of the cutter as
shown in the diagram.
( as shown in fig 10)
Fig.8
Fig.9
Step Washer
Step Washer
Supplied with the
Mini Grinder
Fig.10

Warning: Always wear correct safety clothing, including ear,
eye and lung protection.
• The Mini Grinder should always be used with two hands, placing
the left hand on the auxiliary handle and the right on the tool
body. (as shown in fig.11)
CUTTING GRIP
Operation (cont’d) 9
• Ensure the machine is
running BEFORE contacting the
material, to be worked on.
• To sand, polish or scrub, hold
the Mini-Grinder horizontally.
(as shown in fig.12).
• Use the Mini Grinder Blade to cut or remove wood and plastics.
The Mini Sanding Pads are for cleaning and sanding wood,
plastics, metal, paint and much more. Use the diamond blade for
cutting and recessing any masonry based material.
Fig.12
Fig.11

10 Operation (cont’d)
To trench cut, hold the Mini-Grinder vertically and simultaneously lower
into the wood and pull towards you. (as shown in fig.13)
SHOWING ANGLE & DIRECTION OF CUT
25-30° is a
comfortable
working angle.
25-300
Angle
Fig.14
Fig.13
• Use the bottom edge of the blade
(as shown in fig.13)
And not as in fig.14.

Maintenance 11
•Blade sharpening - Mini Grinder Blade:
1. Unplug the Mini Grinder.
2. Use a (5/32´´) or 4 mm round metal file (MIN.
FG.002). When sharpening hold the file at 90
0
to
the blade, keeping the file level.
(as shown in fig.15)
•Checking adaptor plate
Ensure that the Mini-Grinder adaptor plate is
always mounted securely. If loose, tighten the
three adaptor plate screws as shown in fig.16.
Note: The arm must be removed to be able to
tighten the adapter plate screws to the casting of
the grinder
Fig.15
Fig.16
90oSharpening Angle
Cleaning the grills and switch
Regulary check to see if any dust or foreign
matter has entered the grills positioned on the
front and back of the motor or under the switch
(as shown in fig.17). If so use a soft brush to
remove any accumulated dust to clean grills and
switch. Fig.17
WARNING
ALWAYS USE EYE PROTECTION
ALWAYS UNPLUG FROM THE WALL WHEN CLEANING

12 Maintenance
Fig.19 Not tensioned
Fig.18
Small
Pulley
Fig.20
Tensioning or replacing the belt
• Unplug the Mini-grinder
• Remove the 4 belt tensioning cap screws (shown in fig. 18).
• To remove top cover , remove the 3 cover screws (see knowing your tool page
5) then slide cover back away from blade and lift off.
• Rotate tensioning cap Fig 18 to remove slack from the belt fig 19. The blade
can be seen moving slightly when rotating the Belt tensioning cap.
• When tensioned secure with top cover screws.
DO NOT OVER TENSION THE BELT
If replacing the belt ensure that the “V” shape sides of the belt are on the inside (as
shown in fig.20). Replacement belts (MIN.FG.003) are available through Arbortech
Pty Ltd
(see address on back).
Note: clean surroundings with a soft cloth or small brush.
Belt
Tensioning Cap
“V” Belt
Guard
Slack removed and tensioned

Other Products 13
Accessories & Spare Parts
Accessories Available for the Mini-Grinder
MIN.FG.001 Mini-Woodcarver Blades x 2
MIN.FG.002 4mm Sharpening File
MIN.FG.003 Replacement Pulley Belt
MIN.FG.004 Bearing & Spindle Assembly
MIN.FG.006 Mini-Sanders 4x assorted sanders
MIN.FG.008 4 x 40 Grit Mini-Sanders
MIN.FG.009 4 x 60 Grit Mini-Sanders
MIN.FG.010 4 x 80 Grit Mini-Sanders
MIN.FG.011 4 x 120 Grit Mini-Sanders
MIN.FG.012 Mini Industrial Cutter
MIN.FG.016 Mini Diamond Blade
MIN.FG.500 MiniTURBO Blade
Mini Wood
Carver Blade
Sanding
Disk
Mini-Industrial
Blade
Diamond
Blade
MiniTURBO
Blade

14 Other Products
Product Features
TURBO PlaneTM The Arbortech TURBO PlaneTM is a
universal wood shaping blade that can
be used to create different shapes,
profiles and finishes. It can be used flat
to create large level surfaces, or used at
angles to provide shallow cuts for fine
shaping, planing and sculpting.
Mini TURBOTM Kit The Arbortech Mini TURBOTM Kit is a
revolution in wood sculpting. It can be
used either directly on the Arbortech
Mini GrinderTM or fitted to an angle
grinder using the supplied extension
adapter. This is an ideal tool to be used
freehand or with guides and templates
for accuracy. Previously impossible cuts
and shapes are now possible. This is
the perfect kit for medium size sculpting
projects from go to finish.
TURBO ShaftTM The TURBO ShaftTM is designed to
complement the Arbortech TURBO
range or as a stand alone tool, the
TURBOShaftTM provides detailed
freehand carving to perfectly combine
efficiency and exceptional control.
Industrial
Woodcarver
The Industrial Woodcarver is our best
rotary carving blade. It is the smoothest
woodcarving blade available, and you
will never have to replace the blade
due to interchangeable and rotatable
tungsten teeth.It is recommended that
the blade is always used in conjunction
with the Arbortech Pro Guard.

Other Products 15
Product Features
Contour Random
Sander
The Arbortech Contour Random Sander
is a revolutionary tool for sanding deep
profiles, contours and detail work.
It is designed to be used directly on
any standard 100mm (4”) or 115mm
(4 1/2”) angle grinder. Areas that
previously could only be sanded by
hand can now be finished rapidly. The
random orbital sanding action combined
with the patented flexible backing
pad creates a perfect finish without
scars, scratches or blemishes. The
sanding discs are attached via a high
temperature pressure sensitive adhesive
which transfers the sanding action more
efficiently and can withstand much
higher temperatures than conventional
hook and loop.
Power Chisel The Power Chisel is the ultimate
woodworker’s sidekick. You simply let
the motor do the work and guide the
chisel in whichever direction you prefer.
The Power Chisel does everything that
a traditional hammer and chisel will,
only easier and faster. The Power Chisel
is so safe and easy to use that it is
suitable for anyone to use, from kids to
the professional woodworker.
Trade Blade
(Known as TUFF
CUT in Europe and
USA)
The Trade Blade is the tradesperson and
DIY dream. Its resharpenable tungsten
carbide teeth promise long life and
unrivalled cutting performance. It is
designed for straight cuts and carving
through the toughest of materials, from
dirty wood with embedded nails to
aluminium.

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*Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
**Note: Specifications may differ from country to country.
NOTE: Motor may differ from that shown on box depending
on specifications required for your country.