Milwaukee 6080-20 User manual

HEAVY-DUTY SANDERS AND GRINDERS
PONCEUSES-RECTIFIEUSES EXTRA ROBUSTES
LIJADORAS Y ESMERILADORAS HEAVY-DUTY
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
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MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR.
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OPERADOR.
Catalog No.
No de Cat.
Número de Catálogo
6080-20
6081-20
6082-20
6086-20
6088-20
6089-20
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WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
PERSONAL SAFETY
TOOL USE AND CARE
SERVICE
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, ases, or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operatin a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and sparks.
Provide barriers or shields as needed.
4. Grounded tools must be plu ed into an outlet properly
installed and rounded in accordance with all codes and
ordinances. Never remove the roundin pron or modify the
plu in any way. Do not use any adaptor plu s. Check with a
qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet
is properly rounded. f the tools should electrically malfunction or
break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry elec-
tricity away from the user.
5. Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plu (one
blade is wider than the other). This plu will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plu does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plu . If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electri-
cian to install a polarized outlet. Do not chan e the plu in any
way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire
grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
6. Avoid body contact with rounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ran es and refri erators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
7. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water en-
tering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
8. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or
pull the plu from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
ed es or movin parts. Replace dama ed cords
immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
9. When operatin a power tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked W-A or W. These cords are rated for
outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
10. Stay alert, watch what you are doin , and use common sense
when operatin a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or un-
der the influence of dru s, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in seri-
ous personal injury.
11. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothin or jewelry.
Contain lon hair. Keep your hair, clothin , and loves away from
movin parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
12. Avoid accidental startin . Be sure switch is off before
plu in in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or
plugging in tools with the switch on invites accidents.
13. Remove adjustin keys or wrenches before turnin the tool on.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool
may result in personal injury.
14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footin and balance at all times.
Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unex-
pected situations.
15. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used
for appropriate conditions.
16. Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against
your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
17. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The
correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
18. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be re-
paired.
19. Disconnect the plu from the power source before makin any
adjustments, chan in accessories, or storin the tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
20. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained
persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
21. Maintain tools with care. Keep cuttin tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edge are less likely to
bind and are easier to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag
damaged tools Do not use until repaired.
22. Check for misali nment or bindin of movin parts, breaka e of
parts, and any other condition that may affect the tools opera-
tion. If dama ed, have the tool serviced before usin . Many acci-
dents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
23. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufac-
turer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool,
may become hazardous when used on another tool.
24. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair
personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified per-
sonnel could result in a risk of injury.
25. When servicin a tool, use only identical replacement parts.
Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance nstruc-
tions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
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1. Rear handle
2. Trigger
3. Lock-on button (select models)
4. Handle release button (select models)
5. Side handle
6. Wheel guard (select models)
7. Grinding wheel (select models)
8. Guard adjustment lock lever (select models)
9. Spindle lock button
10. Side handle socket
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES - SANDERS AND GRINDERS
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1. Always use proper uard with rindin wheel. A guard protects operator from broken wheel fragments.
2. Accessories must be rated for at least the speed recommended on the tool warnin label. Wheels and other accessories running over rated
speed can fly apart and cause injury.
3. Make sure all wheel flan es and other mountin hardware are in ood condition and are always used properly. Defective or missing parts
may damage the wheels and other accessories. Always use mounting hardware supplied with the tool.
4. Hold tool by insulated rippin surfaces when performin an operation where the cuttin tool may contact hidden wirin or its own cord.
Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator.
5. Keep hands away from all cuttin ed es and movin parts.
6. Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry important information. f unreadable or missing, contact a MILWAUKEE service facility for a free replacement.
7. WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
 lead from lead-based paint
 crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
 arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
5
8
7
6
2
3
4
10
(on bottom)
9
1
S mbolog
Volts Alternating Current/
Direct Current
No Load Revolutions per Minute
(RPM)
Amps
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, nc.
Double nsulated
Specifications
Cat.
No.
Sanders
6080-20
6081-20
6082-20
Grinders
6086-20
6088-20
6089-20
No Load
RPM
6000
6000
6000
6000
6000
6000
Volts
AC/DC
120
120
120
120
120
120
Spindle
Thread
Size
5/8"-11
5/8"-11
5/8"-11
5/8"-11
5/8"-11
5/8"-11
Amps
15
15
15
15
15
15
Wheel
Size
7"/9"
7"/9"
7"/9"
9"
7"
9"
Min. Wheel
RPM Ratin
6500
6500
6500
6500
6500
6500
D.I.* or
Grounded
D. .
Grounded
D. .
D. .
D. .
D. .
* Double nsulated
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Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double insulated tools
can use either a two or three wire extension cord. As the distance from the
supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using
extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in volt-
age, resulting in loss of power and possible tool damage. Refer to the table
shown to determine the required minimum wire size.
The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the
cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16
gauge cord. When using more than one extension cord to make up the total
length, be sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required.
f you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the name-
plate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum wire
size.
Guidelines for Usin Extension Cords
 f you are using an extension cord outdoors, be sure it is marked with the
suffix W-A (W in Canada) to indicate that it is acceptable for outdoor
use.
 Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired
by a qualified person before using it.
 Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and
damp or wet areas.
GROUNDING EXTENSION CORDS
Grounded Tools:
Tools with Three Pron Plu s
Tools marked Grounding Required
have a three wire cord and three prong
grounding plug. The plug must be con-
nected to a properly grounded outlet
(See Figure A). f the tool should elec-
trically malfunction or break down,
grounding provides a low resistance
path to carry electricity away from the
user, reducing the risk of electric shock.
Improperly connectin the roundin wire can result
in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet
is properly rounded. Do not modify the plu provided
with the tool. Never remove the roundin pron
from the plu . Do not use the tool if the cord or plu
is dama ed. If dama ed, have it repaired by a
MILWAUKEE service facility before use. If the plu will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
Nameplate
Amperes
0 - 5
5.1 - 8
8.1 - 12
12.1 - 15
15.1 - 20
Extension Cord Length
25'
16
16
14
12
10
75'
16
14
12
10
10
100'
14
12
10
10
--
150'
12
10
--
--
--
200'
12
--
--
--
--
Recommended Minimum Wire Gau e
for Extension Cords*
* Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts
at 150% of the rated amperes.
50'
16
16
14
12
10
READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE USE.
The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside
the cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must
be the only wire connected to the tool's grounding system and must never be
attached to an electrically live terminal.
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet
should look like those in Figure A.
Double Insulated Tools:
Tools with Two Pron Plu s
Tools marked Double nsulated do
not require grounding. They have a
special double insulation system
which satisfies OSHA requirements
and complies with the applicable stan-
dards of Underwriters Laboratories,
nc., the Canadian Standard Associa-
tion and the National Electrical Code.
Double nsulated tools may be used
in either of the 120 volt outlets shown
in Figures B and C.
WARNING!
Fig. A
Fig. B Fig. C
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TOOL ASSEMBLY
Installin the Side Handle
The side handle may be installed on the top of the gear case or on either side
of gear case for right or left handed use. Position side handle in the location
which offers best control and guard protection. For operating zones that pro-
vide maximum protection for the operator, see Fig. 9. To install, thread side
handle into side handle socket on desired side of gear case and tighten
securely.
Installin , Adjustin , and Removin the Guard (Fi . 2 & 3)
Select Models
The guard must be used when using the tool as a grinder. The guard should
be removed when using tool as a sander.
1. To install the guard, unplug the tool and place it upside down on a level
surface. Remove any accessories from the spindle.
Line up the tabs with the tab slots (Fig. 2). Then press the guard down
onto the tool.
2. To adjust the guard, press in the guard adjustment lock lever and rotate
the guard to one of the detents (Fig. 3).
Position the guard in the location which offers best control and guard
protection. For operating zones that provide maximum protection for the
operator, see Fig. 9.
3. To remove the guard, unplug tool and place it upside down on a level
surface. Remove any accessories from spindle.
Press in the guard adjustment lock lever and rotate the guard to line up
the tabs with the slots (Fig. 2). Then lift the guard straight up and away
from the tool.
Removin and Replacin Quik-Lok® Cords (Fi . 1)
Select Models
MILWAUKEE's exclusive Quik-Lok® Cords provide instant field replacement
or substitution.
1. To remove the Quik-Lok® Cord, turn the cord nut 1/4 turn to the left and
pull it out.
2. To replace the Quik-Lok® Cord, align the connector keyways and push
the connector in as far as it will go. Turn the cord nut 1/4 turn to the right
to lock.
Press in the guard adjustment lock lever and rotate the guard to one of
the detent slots. The lock lever must engage with one of the detents
(Fig. 3).
Fi . 1
Fi . 2
Guard
adjustment
lock lever
Tab slot
Tab slot
Tab slot
Fi . 3
Guard
adjustment
lock lever Guard
Lock lever
must engage one
of detents
To reduce the risk of injury when rindin , ALWAYS
use the proper uard. ALWAYS properly install
the uard.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, always unplu
tool before attachin or removin accessories
or makin adjustments. Use only specifically
recommended accessories. Others may be
hazardous.
WARNING!
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OPERATION
Startin and Stoppin the Motor
1. To start the tool, pull the trigger.
2. To stop the tool, release the trigger.
To reduce the risk of personal injury and
dama e to the tool, use ONLY accessories rated at or
above the RPM listed on the WARNING section of
the tool's nameplate.
WARNING!
1. To lock the trigger on, hold the lock-on button in while pulling the trigger.
Release the trigger.
2. To unlock the trigger, pull the trigger and release. The lock-on button
will pop out.
Lockin the Tri er (Fi . 4)
Select Models
The lock button holds the trigger in the ON position for continuous use.
Sandin Disc and Grindin Wheel Selection
Use sanding discs and grinding wheels that are:
 correct size as written on tool's nameplate
 correct wheel type and grit for the job
 rated at or above the RPM listed in the WARN NG section on
the tool's nameplate
Use backing pads, adapters, and other accessories that are:
 correct size for tool and for sanding disc or grinding wheel
 rated at or above the RPM listed in the WARN NG section on
the tool's nameplate
 the proper accessory for the job
Sandin Disc and Grindin Wheel Material
Sanding discs and grinding wheels are made of various materials and are
designed for different jobs. Be sure that you choose the proper sanding disc
or grinding wheel for the job you plan to do.
Fi . 4
Lock-on button
1. Unplug tool.
2. Press and hold the handle release button in and rotate the rear handle
to one of the nine handle positions. The adjustable handle feature
has detents which allow the handle to snap into position. Make sure
the handle snaps firmly into position and does not rotate.
Position the guard in the location which offers best control and guard
protection. For operating zones that provide maximum protection for the
operator, see Fig. 9.
Adjustin the Rear Handle Position (Fi . 5)
Select Models
This tool is equipped with an adjustable rear handle. This feature
allows the user to adjust the angle of the handle to nine positions for opti-
mum operating positions.
Handle
release button
(on bottom)
Fi . 5
To reduce the risk of injury, wear safety o les
or lasses with side shields.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury or dama e to the tool, do
not use the spindle lock button to stop the spindle
while the tool is in use or is coastin after shut-off.
WARNING!
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, do not operate tool with
handle release button pressed in or with handle not
locked into position. If the handle does not lock securely
into position, do not operate tool. Return the tool to a
MILWAUKEE service facility for repair immediately.
To reduce the risk of injury, always unplu
tool before attachin or removin accessories
or makin adjustments. Use only specifically
recommended accessories. Others may be
hazardous.
WARNING!
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Removin Welds or Hammer Marks
When removing welds or hammer marks, limit coarse sanding to the imme-
diate area. Use successively finer grits to smooth surface.
Cross Sandin
When finishing a surface that has been prepared by a coarse disc or wheel,
sand at right angles to the strokes made by the coarser disc.
Finishing marks left from previous sanding are easily seen and removed for
a uniform finish. Failure to cross sand when changing from a coarse disc to
a finishing disc may result in deep scratches and circular marks.
Installin Sandin Discs (Fi . 6)
1. Unplug tool and place it upside down on a level surface as shown. Remove any accessories from spindle.
2. Thread nylon washer onto spindle. Attach backing pad and sanding disc using Fig. 6 to determine type and order of assembly.
NOTE: When installing flap disc without hub, position disc nut as shown.
3. To tighten, press the spindle lock button while turning disc nut clockwise.
4. To remove sanding disc and backing pad, unplug tool and reverse procedure.
3. Use long, sweeping, side to side strokes, advancing forward to produce
the desired finish.
USING SANDING DISCS
Selectin Sandin Discs & Grit
Refer to the table below to select the correct type of sanding disc for your
job. Generally, use 16, 24 or 36 grit for heavy stock removal; 50, 60 or 80 grit
for medium stock removal and 120 grit for finishing. Always begin with a
coarse grit, using successively finer grits to obtain the desired finish. See
Catalog for a complete list of MILWAUKEE sanding discs.
Finishin Metal
Constantly move across the surface. Work faster on curved surfaces where
contact areas are smaller and pressure is greater. Flat areas may appear at
the end of the stroke when pressure is too heavy. Ease up on pressure at end
of each stroke and when reversing strokes.
Troubleshootin
Deep scratches and circular marks can result from:
 Using too coarse a grit
 Using a partially glazed disc
 Dirt or loose metal on the workpiece
 Failure to sand across the grain when changing from coarse to
finishing discs
Bluish discoloration of metal surface indicates:
 Excessive heat caused by circular motion in a small area
 Excessive pressure
 Use of worn out or glazed discs
Ceramic
Aluminum
Zirconia Bi-Cut
Aluminum
Oxide
For fast cutting,
general purpose discs
for most metal jobs.
Best for cold-rolled
steel, stainless steel or
metals requiring tough,
fast cutting, long
lasting abrasives.
Lasts up to 3 times
longer than aluminum
oxide discs. For general
metal working. deal for
tough jobs.
Unique grit pattern is
arranged in clusters for
faster stock removal and
cleaning. deal for
removing paint from
cars, boats, etc. without
clogging.
Fi . 7
Hold at a 5° to 15° angle
For best results use
only this portion of disc
Fi . 6
Spindle lock button
Spindle
Backing
pads
A. Polypropylene
B. Spiral
C. Rubber
D. Phenolic
Disc nut
Sanding
disc
Nylon washer
Rubber
pad Type 27
flange
Flap disk Flap disk
with hub
BCDA
Disc nut position
Sandin (Fi . 7)
1. Use a clamp, vise or other practical means to hold your work, freeing
both hands to control your tool. Firmly grasp rear handle and side handle
before starting and while tool is in operation. Allow sanding disc to come
to full speed before beginning to sand.
2. Hold tool at 5° to 15° angle as shown to ensure proper sanding pressure
and control (Fig. 7). Too great an angle will result in too much pressure
and could cause excessive wear to the disc and workpiece. Too small
an angle will reduce control.
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USING GRINDING AND CUT-OFF WHEELS
Fi . 8
Spindle
Grinding wheels
A. Type 28 with hub
B. Type 27 with hub
Type 29 with hub
C. Type 27 with flange
Type 29 with flange
D. Type 11
Disc nut
Nylon washer
Type 27
flange Type 11
flange
BC D A
Spindle lock button
Guard
E. Type 28
F. Type 27
G. Type 27
H. Type 11
FG HE
1/4" thick
wheels
1/8" thick or
less wheels
Disc nut position
Troubleshootin
Deep scratches and circular marks can result from:
 Uneven pressure
 Using a partially glazed wheel - especially on aluminum applications
 Dirt or loose metal on the workpiece
 Failure to constantly move across surface
Bluish discoloration of metal surface indicates:
 Excessive heat caused by circular motion in a small area
 Excessive pressure
 Use of worn out or glazed wheels
Inspectin Wheels
Always handle wheels carefully to avoid damage. Before installing any wheel,
always inspect it for cracks. f wheel is cracked, discard it to prevent others
from using it.
Only use wheels with Maximum Safe Operatin Speed rated
at or above the RPM listed on the WARNING section of the
tool's nameplate. This speed is based on the stren th of the
wheel, allowin for a reasonable measure of safety. It is not
meant to imply a best or most efficient operatin speed. Do
not exceed the Maximum Safe Operatin Speed.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should
be instructed in the use, care and protection of
rindin wheels.
WARNING!
Care of Grindin & Cut-Off Wheels
Grinding and cut-off wheels should be protected from:
 wetness and extreme humidity
 any type of solvent
 extreme changes in temperature
 dropping and bumping
Grinding and cut-off wheels should be stored:
 in an organized way so wheels can be removed without disturbing
or damaging other wheels
 with their safety information
Grinding and cut-off wheels should NOT be:
 dropped
 rolled
 bumped
f any wheel is dropped, rolled, bumped, subjected to extreme changes in
temperature, or has come into contact with solvents or wetness, discard wheel
immediately.
Installin Grindin Wheels (Fi . 8)
1. Unplug tool and place it upside down on a level surface as shown. Remove any accessories from spindle.
2. Thread nylon washer onto spindle. Attach guard and grinding wheel using Fig. 8 to determine type and order of assembly (See Fig. 2 and 3 for attaching
guard). NOTE: When installing Type 27 or Type 29 grinding wheels, position disc nut according to wheel thickness.
Position the guard in the location which offers best control and guard protection. For operating zones that provide maximum protection for the operator,
see Fig. 9. NOTE: When selecting Type 11 grinding cup wheels, the guards skirt should be adjusted so that no more than 1/8" of the wheel extends
beyond the guard.
3. To tighten, press the spindle lock button while turning wheel or disc nut clockwise using the spanner wrench provided.
4. To remove grinding wheel and guard, unplug tool and reverse procedure.
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Usin Type 27 Cut-Off Wheels (Fi . 11)
Type 27 cut-off wheels are only suited for small cut-off and shallow notching
operations.
1. Firmly grasp rear handle and side handle before starting and while us-
ing tool. Allow wheel to come to full speed before starting.
2. When using a cut-off wheel, hold tool as shown, using only the edge of
the wheel (Fig. 11).
3. Control pressure and surface contact between wheel and workpiece.
Too much pressure slows cutting speed.
Fi . 11
To reduce the risk of injury when rindin , ALWAYS
use the proper uard. ALWAYS properly install
the uard.
WARNING!
Grindin (Fi . 9 & 10)
1. Depending on your job, position the guard to provide maximum protec-
tion for the operator (Fig. 9).
Fi . 9
1 Operator's Zones
1
1
1
Selectin Wheels
Grinding is the cutting action of thousands of abrasive grains on the face of
a grinding wheel. When grinding metals such as steel and iron, choose an
aluminum oxide grinding wheel. Select a silicon carbide grinding wheel for
stone and concrete. Use cotton reinforced wheels for non-ferrous metals.
Type 27 reinforced 1/8" cut-off wheels are suited for small cut-off and shal-
low notching operations only.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury when rindin :
 ALWAYS hold the tool firmly with both hands
usin the handles provided; before and
durin rindin
 NEVER allow the wheel to bind
 NEVER use a wheel that has been dropped
 NEVER ban rindin wheel onto work
 NEVER rind without proper safety equipment
2. f you have just installed a grinding wheel or are just beginning a
period of work, test the wheel by letting it spin for one minute before
applying it to the workpiece.
NOTE: Out-of-balance wheels can mar workpiece, damage the tool,
and cause stress to wheel that may cause wheel failure.
3. Firmly grasp rear handle and side handle before starting and while
using tool. Allow wheel to come to full speed before starting to grind.
4. When grinding, hold tool at a 5o to 15o angle as shown, using con-
stant pressure for a uniform finish (Fig. 10). Too great an angle causes
too much pressure on small areas which may gouge or burn work
surface.
A Type 27 uard must be installed when usin a Type
27 cut-off wheel to provide maximum protection for
the operator if the wheel should break.
WARNING!
Fi . 10
Hold at a 5° to 15° angle
5. Control pressure and surface contact between wheel and workpiece.
Too much pressure slows cutting speed.
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A Type 1 uard must be installed when usin
a Type 1 cut-off wheel to provide maximum
protection for the operator if the wheel should break.
WARNING!
1. Unplug tool and place it upside down on a level surface. Remove any
accessories from spindle.
2. Loosen the guard screw and slip the guard over the spindle.
Position the guard in the location which offers best control and guard
protection. For operating zones that provide maximum protection for the
operator, see Fig. 9. Tighten the guard screw securely.
3. To adjust the guard, unplug the tool, loosen the guard screw, rotate the
guard to the desired position and retighten the guard screw.
4. To remove the adjusting shoe, loosen the wing nuts, slide the shoe over
to the access holes and lift out. To install the adjusting shoe, insert the
head of the carriage bolts into guard access holes and slide the shoe
over to the far edge of slots. Adjust shoe to desired position and tighten
wing nuts securely.
5. To remove the guard, unplug the tool, remove the accessories and
reverse the procedure.
Installin and Removin Type 1 Guard Assembly and Adjustin Shoe
(Fi . 12)
Fi . 12
Guard
Guard screw
Adjusting
shoe
Carriage bolt and wingnut
Spindle
Usin Type 1 Cut-Off Wheels (Fi . 13)
1. Firmly grasp rear handle and side handle before starting and while us-
ing tool. Allow wheel to come to full speed before starting.
2. When using a cut-off wheel, hold tool as shown, using only the edge of
the wheel (Fig. 13).
3. Control pressure and surface contact between wheel and workpiece.
Too much pressure slows cutting speed.
Fi . 13
To reduce the risk of injury, never use a Type 1
cut-off wheel for surface rindin .
WARNING!
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