Chicago Electric 69454 owner manual Workpiece and Work Area Set Up, General Operating Instructions

Installing a Threaded Accessory

To Prevent Injury: Wear heavy-duty work gloves when handling wire wheels and brushes. These accessories are sharp and can cause injury.

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Workpiece and Work Area Set Up

1.The accessory MUST be:

•rated to at least 7800 RPM.

•no larger than 7″ (178 mm) in diameter.

•fitted with a threaded opening of 5/8″ x 11 TPI.

•undamaged.

•a sanding disc and backing pad,

a sanding flap disc, a wire wheel or

a wire cup brush (accessories not included).

2.Press in and hold the Spindle Lock Button to prevent the Spindle from turning.

3.Remove the Outer Flange and the Inner Flange and keep in a safe place.

4.Thread disc accessory firmly onto the Spindle. Wrench tighten onto the spindle.

Safety

Setup

1.Designate a work area that is clean and well‑lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury.

2.Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working.

3.Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps (not included) to prevent movement while working.

4.There must not be hazardous objects, such as utility lines or foreign objects, nearby that will present a hazard while working.

5.You must use personal safety equipment including, but not limited to, ANSI-approved eye and hearing protection, as well as heavy-duty work gloves.

6.Before beginning work, provide for sparks and debris that will fly off the work surface.

Operation

General Operating Instructions

To prevent serious injury: Grip the tool firmly in both hands.

1.Make sure that the Trigger is not locked on, then plug in the tool.

2.Squeeze the Trigger to start the tool. To lock the tool on, press the Lock ON Button then release the Trigger.

3.Allow the tool to come up to full speed before touching the work material.

4.Apply the wheel to the work material at a 10° – 15° angle, allowing the tool to operate at full speed.

If the tool bogs down, use lighter pressure.

5.To create a smoother surface,

keep the tool moving over the work surface.

6.Release the Trigger to stop the tool, or press and release the Trigger if the Lock ON Button is engaged.

7.Allow the tool to come to a complete stop before setting it down.

8.To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and disconnect its power supply after use. Clean, then store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.

Maintenance

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