BG8SS 8 Inch Bench Grinder Assembly & Operating Instructions 5

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FO R FUTURE RE FE RENCE.

This manual contains important information regarding safety, operation, maintenance and storage of this product.
Before use, read carefully and understand all warnings, cautions, instructions and labels. Failure to do so could result
in serious personal injury, property damage or even death.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INS TRUCTIONS

Before using th is tool, you need to become familiar with its operation. If you are unsure about the
operation of the tool, or have any questions about its proper use, call the Customer Service Department at
1-888-287-6981. Follow these instructions for safe handling of the tool:
• Always secure and support the work piece using clamps. Do not use your hands to hold the
piece in place.
• Be sure yo u r work area is clea n and secure before turning th e power switch in to th e “ON”
position. Be sure the area is free from all foreign material, nails, staples, or any other material.
• Turn the tool “OFF ” and unplug from the power source before making any changes or
adjustme n ts to the saw blade.
• Do not use solvents containing car b o n tetrachloride, ammonia or acetone to clean the saw.
Never use gasoline, paint thinner, or other caustic chemicals that can damage the plastic parts of the
tool.
• Always use the appropriate safety gear when operating this saw. Including but not limited, to
goggles, dust mask or respirator. Always work in a well-ventilated area to reduce your exposure to
harmful chemicals and dust particles.
• Keep han d s away from the cutting area .
• Do not reach under the work piece.

SPECI FIC SAFETY RULES AND/OR SYMBOLS

SYMBOLS

The following symbols may be used on your tool. Be familiar with and learn the symbols to operate the tool safely.
Symbol
Name
Description
V
Volts
Voltage (Potential )
A
Amperes
Current
Hz
Hertz
Frequency (Cycles per Second)
W
Watt
Power
Kg
Kilograms
Weight
Alternat i ng Current
Type of Current
Direct Current
Type of Current
Alternat i ng or Direct Current
Type of Current
Earthing Terminal
Grounding Terminal
Class II Construction
Denotes Double Insulation
min
Minutes
Time
s
Seconds
Time
Diameter
Size of Drill Bits, Grindi ng Wheels, etc.
No Load Speed
No-load Rotational Speed
…/min
Revolutions per Minut e
Revolutions, Surface Speed, Strokes, etc. per Minute
1,2,3…
Ring Selector Settings
Speed, Torque or Position Sett i ngs

PACK AGE CONTENTS

• Bench Grinder
• 2 Grinding Wheels (One Course and One Medium) 60 and 120 grit
• 2 Tool Rests
• 2 Eye Shields