OPERATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and
disconnect tool from power source before installing and
removing accessories, before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Always observe the safety instructions and applicable
WARNING:
regulations.
• Ensure all materials to be ground are secured in place.
• Apply only a gentle pressure to the tool. Do not exert side
pressure on the disc.
• Avoid overloading. Should the tool become hot, let it run a few
minutes under no load condition to cool the accessory.
Prior to Operation
• Install the guard and appropriate disc or wheel. Do not use excessively
worn discs or wheels.
• Be sure the inner and outer flange are mounted correctly.
• Make sure the disc or wheel rotates in the direction of the arrows on the
accessory and the tool.
Switches
CAUTION: Hold the side handle and body of the tool firmly to
maintain control of the tool at start up and during use and until the
wheel or accessory stops rotating. Make sure the wheel has come to
a complete stop be fore laying the tool down.
NOTE: To reduce unexpected tool movement, do not switch the
tool on or off while under load conditions. Allow the grinder to run
up to full speed before touching the work surface. Lift the tool from
the surface before turning the tool off. Allow the tool to stop rotating
before putting it down.
SLIDER SWITCH (FIG. 1)
Before connecting the tool to a power supply, be sure
WARNING:
the slider switch is in the off position by pressing the rear part of the
switch and releasing. Ensure the slider switch is in the off position as
described above after any interruption in power supply to the tool,
such as the activation of a ground fault interrupter, throwing of a
circuit breaker, accidental unplugging, or power failure. If the slider
switch is locked on when the power is connected, the tool will start
unexpectedly.
To start the tool, slide the ON/OFF slider switch (A) toward the front of
the tool. To stop the tool, release the ON/OFF slider switch.
For continuous operation, slide the switch toward the front of the
tool and press the forward part of the switch inward. To stop the tool
while operating in continuous mode, press the rear part of the slider
switch and release.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and
disconnect tool from power source before installing and
removing accessories, before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
Your D
WALT power tool has been designed to operate over a
E
long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous
satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool care and regular
cleaning.
Lubrication
Your power tool requires no additional lubrication.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of the main housing with dry air
as often as dirt is seen collecting in and around the air vents. Wear
approved eye protection and approved dust mask when performing
this procedure.
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