Sealey SA44.V3 User manual

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey Product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions
and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE
PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL
INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
 WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to
when using this equipment.
 WARNING!Disconnect from air supply before
changing accessories or servicing.
Maintain the grinder in good condition (use an
authorised service agent).
Replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine
parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous
and will invalidate the warranty.
Use in a suitable work area. Keep area free from
unrelated materials and ensure that there is
adequate lighting.
Before each use check abrasive disc for condition.
If worn or damaged replace immediately.
Ensure the speed rating (rpm) of the disc is the
same as, or greater than, the speed rating of the
grinder.
Ensure there are no flammable or combustible materials near the work area.
WARNING! Always wear approved eye (or face) and hand protection when operating the grinder.
Use face, dust, or respiratory protection in accordance with COSHH regulations.
Depending on the task, grinder noise level may exceed 85dB in which case wear safety ear defenders.
Remove ill fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings, other loose jewellery and contain and/or tie back long
hair.
Wear appropriate protective clothing and keep hands and body clear of working parts.
Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working area.
Check moving parts alignment on a regular basis.
Ensure workpiece is secure before operating the grinder. Never hold a workpiece by hand.
Check the workpiece to ensure there are no protruding screws, bolts, nuts etc.
Avoid unintentional starting.
WARNING! Ensure correct air pressure is maintained and not exceeded. Recommended pressure 90psi.
Keep air hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Check air hose for wear before each use and ensure
that all connections are secure.
Prolonged exposure to vibration from this grinder poses a health risk. It is the owner’s responsibility to
correctly assess the potential hazard and issue guidelines for safe periods of use and offer suitable protective
equipment.
DO NOT use the grinder for a task it is not designed to perform.
DO NOT operate grinder if any parts are damaged or missing as this may cause failure and/or personal injury.
WARNING! DO NOT grind any materials containing asbestos.
DO NOT carry the grinder by the hose, or yank the hose from the air supply.
DO NOT force, or apply heavy pressure to, the grinder, let the tool do the work.
DO NOT place air line attachments close to your face and do not point at other people or animals.
DO NOT operate grinder when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
DO NOT use grinder where there are flammable liquids, solids or gases such as paint solvents and including
waste wiping or cleaning rags etc.
DO NOT carry the grinder with your finger on the power lever.
DO NOT direct air from the air line at yourself or others.
When not in use disconnect from air supply and store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
SA44.V3
AIR ANGLE GRINDER 100mm EXTRA HEAVY-DUTY
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2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION
3.1 AIR SUPPLY
Recommended hook-up procedure is shown in fig.1.
3.1.1 Ensure the grinder air valve (or throttle) is in the "off" position before connecting to the air supply.
3.1.2 You will require an air pressure of 90psi, and an air flow according to the specification above.
3.1.3 WARNING! Ensure the air supply is clean and does not exceed 90psi while operating the grinder.
Too high an air pressure and unclean air will cause excessive wear, and may be dangerous, causing
damage and/or personal injury.
3.1.4 Drain the air tank daily. Water in the air line will damage the grinder and invalidate your warranty.
3.1.5 Clean air inlet filter weekly.
3.1.6 Line pressure should be increased to compensate for unusually long air hoses (over 8 metres).
The minimum hose diameter should be 1/4” I.D. and fittings must have the same inside dimensions.
3.1.7 Keep hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Check hoses for wear, and make certain that all
connections are secure.
3.2 COUPLINGS
Vibration may cause failure if a quick change coupling is connected directly to the air grinder. To overcome this,
connect a leader hose - Sealey model number AH2R or AH2R/38 - to the grinder. A quick change coupling may
then be used to connect the leader hose to the air line recoil hose. See figs. 1 & 2.
3. PREPARING GRINDER FOR USE
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Ensure you read, understand and apply safety
instructions before use.
4.1 ASSEMBLY
4.1.1 The SA44.V3 comes with a disc, handle and two spanners.
4.1.2 The handle screws into the left-hand side of the head.
4.1.3 Remove the disc locking flange nut from the grinder spindle.
Use spanners supplied to hold the spindle and loosen/tighten
the lock nut.
4.1.4 Fit the grinding disc to the spindle and retain with the flange nut.
Use only discs with speed ratings equal to, or higher than, the speed rating of the grinder.
4.1.5 Connect air supply to grinder. Push safety catch forward with thumb and squeeze the control valve lever
to check that the grinder is working correctly.
4.2 OPERATING
DO NOT apply excessive pressure, let the grinder do the work for you. Start the grinder and bring the
disc to the work surface evenly and slowly. Move the grinder back and forth in overlapping areas.
Remove the grinding disc from the work surface before stopping the grinder. Regularly check the
condition of the disc and always change if worn, cracked or otherwise damaged.
DO NOT allow grinder to run off the workpiece for an extended period of time as this will shorten the life
of bearings.
Disc Size ......................100mm
Free Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10000rpm
Operating Pressure ................90psi
Air Consumption ..................4cfm
Air Inlet ...................... 1/4”BSP
Sound Pressure ................ 89dB(A)
Vibration ......................2.33m/s2
Weight ..........................1.9kg
Aluminium body and bevel gear housing with steel disc guard and side handle. Fitted with throttle safety device
to prevent accidental operation. Balanced and comfortable to operate. Suitable for general/heavy workshop use.
Supplied with side handle, grinding disc and locking and pin spanners.
fig.2
fig.1
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 WARNING!Disconnect grinder from air supply before changing disc, servicing or performing maintenance.
Replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will
invalidate the warranty.
5.1 Lubricate the grinder daily with a few drops of good grade air tool oil, such as Sealey ATO1000S,
dripped into the air inlet before use or dispensed automatically through an air system oiler, such as Sealey
model SA2001/L.
5.2 Clean the grinder after use and change the disc when worn or damaged.
5.3 Loss of power or erratic action may be due to the following:
a) Excessive drain on the air supply. Moisture or restriction in the air line. Incorrect size or type of hose
connectors. To remedy check the air supply and follow instructions in Section 3.
b) Grit or gum deposits in the grinder may also reduce performance. Flush the grinder with gum solvent
oil or an equal mixture of SAE No 10 oil and kerosene. Allow to dry before use.
If you continue to experience problems, contact your local Sealey service agent.
5.4 For a full service contact your local Sealey service agent.
5.5 When not in use, disconnect from air supply, clean grinder and store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
5. MAINTENANCE
1.2. LEAD PAINT WARNING!
Paint once contained lead as a traditional ingredient. Contact with the dust from the removal of such paint is toxic
and must therefore be avoided. The following action must be taken before using the grinder on a surface that you
suspect may contain lead paint.
1. User must determine potential hazard relating to age of paint to be removed (modern paints do
not have lead content).
2. DANGER! Keep all people and pets away from the working area. The following areparticularly
vulnerable to the effects of lead paint dust: Expectant women, babies and children.
3. We recommend personal protection by using the following safety items:
a) Paint Spray Respirator (Our ref SSP1699)
b) PE Coated Hooded Coverall (Our ref SSP267). c) Latex Gloves (Our ref SSP24).
4. Take adequate measures to contain the paint dust, flakes and scrapings.
5. Continue to wear safety equipment as in (3) above and thoroughly clean all areas when work is
complete. Ensure paint waste is disposed of in sealed bags or containers.
Risk of Hand Arm Vibration Injury.
The SA44.V3, when operated in accordance with these instructions and tested in accordance with EN 28662-2: 1994 results in
the following vibration emission declared in accordance with BS EN12096: 1996.
Measured vibration emission value: .....................2.33m/s
2
Uncertainty: ............................................0.93m/s
2
These values are suitable for comparison with emission levels of other tools that have been subject to the same test.
This tool may cause hand-arm vibration syndrome if its use is inadequately managed.
Recommended Measures to reduce risk of hand-arm vibration syndrome: This item represents a low Hand Arm Vibration
risk to users. The calculated maximum usage period exceeds 8 hours. We recommend appropriate safety equipment is utilised
and regular breaks for the operator are employed to reduce any residual risk of fatigue or repetitive strain injury.
DANGER OF FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
WARNING! The grinding process can produce streams of sparks which are a potential source of ignition especially when grinding
metal.
DO NOT use the grinder where there are flammable liquids, solids or gases.
DO NOT allow grinder sparks to make contact with the operator’s clothing or any other fabric such as cleaning rags. Fabrics
contaminated with inflammable materials such as petrol, oil, grease, paint and solvents are a particular fire hazard.
To reduce the risk of clothing catching fire the operator should wear wool or cotton outer garments treated with a fire retardant in
preference to man-made fibres.
NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
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