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Functional Description and Specifications (Continued)
NOTE: Always use appropriate size wheel guard.
NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.
NOTE: Not recommended for use with type 11 cup wheels.
Assembly
WHEEL GUARD INSTALLATION
!WARNING Use wheel guard with disc grinding wheels. Always
close the latch to secure the guard. Keep the guard between you and the wheel. Do not direct guard opening toward your body.
The position of the guard can be adjusted to accommodate the operation being performed.
To attach wheel guard DISCONNECT tool from power source.
Open guard release/lock latch and position guard on spindle neck so that the notched on guard, line up with the keys on the spindle neck (Fig. 2).
The tightening tension of the clamp from the protection guard can be changed by loosening or tightening the adjustment screw. Ensure that the protection guard is tighly seated and check regularly.
Rotate guard either direction to desired position, and close latch to secure guard in place.
TO REMOVE GUARD: Open guard release/lock latch, rotate guard until the
notches on guard line up with the keys on the spindle neck, and lift guard off the spindle neck (Fig. 2).
FIG. 2
KEYS
GUARD SPINDLE RELEASE / LOCK
LATCH
NOTCHES
WHEEL
GUARD
ADJUSTMENT
SCREW
LOCK NUT AND BACKING FLANGE
Your tool is equipped with a threaded spindle for mounting ac ces sories. Always use the supplied lock nut (and backing flange) that has same thread size as spindle.
VIBRATION CONTROL SIDE HANDLE
The side handle is used to control and balance the tool. The handle must be thread ed into the front housing on either side of the tool, depending on per sonal preference and comfort. Use the side handle for safe control and ease of operation (Fig. 1).
OPTIONAL HAND GUARD
The hand guard is to be used with backing pads and sanding discs to keep fingers and hand away from work surface, sharp edges, burrs and debris. When using the optional hand guard accessory insert side handle through hole in guard and then thread into housing (Fig. 1).
Ensure that hand guard is positioned between hand and backing pad or sanding disc.