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Functional Description and Specifications (Continued)
Model number | 1810PS & 1810PSD 1811PS & 1811PSD 1812PSD | ||
* Max. type 1 and 27 grinding wheels | 4 1/2" Dia. | 5" Dia. | 6" Dia. |
* Max. type 1A and 27A cutting wheel | 4 1/2" Dia. | 5" Dia. | 6" Dia. |
* Max. flap disc | 4 1/2" Dia. | 5" Dia. | 6" Dia. |
Accessory speed rating must be equal to or greater than the tool’s speed rating. Do not
exceed the recommended wheel diameter.
NOTE: Not recommended for use with type 11 cup wheels.
* NOTE: For tool specifications refer to the nameplate on your tool.
Assembly
WHEEL GUARD INSTALLATION
!WARNING Wheel guard must be attached when using disc
grinding or cutting wheels. Always keep wheel guard between you and your work while grinding or cutting.
The position of the guard can be adjusted to accommodate the operation being performed.
To attach wheel guard DISCONNECT tool from power source.
Position wheel guard on spindle neck so that the arrow on guard lines up with the arrow on the spindle neck. Rotate wheel guard clockwise 90º until it clicks in place (Fig. 2).
TO ADJUST GUARD: depress guard release button (Fig. 1), rotate guard to desired position, release button and let it click in place.
TO REMOVE GUARD: Depress release button, rotate guard until arrow on guard lines up with arrow on spindle neck, and remove guard from spindle neck.
FIG. 2
WHEEL SPINDLE
GUARD NECK
LOCK NUT AND BACKING FLANGE
Your tool is equipped with a threaded spindle for mounting accessories. 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 threaded into the front housing on either side of the tool, depending on personal 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, sanding discs and wire brushes 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, sanding disc or wire brush.