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4.Push retaining nut hub through an abrasive disc and position to spindle. Thread nut onto spindle finger tight.

5.Depress spindle lock pin (E) Fig. 10, and hold while rotating backup pad clockwise by hand until spindle lock engages.

6.While continuing to hold spindle lock pin engaged, grasp the backup pad and abrasive, and rotate clockwise to tighten (see Fig. 10).

OPERATION

USING A DISC GRINDER

Be certain wheel guard and auxiliary handle are installed.

Firmly grip the auxiliary handle and motor housing as shown in Fig. 11. Lift up rear of motor housing so only the front section of grinding wheel contacts the work. Use light pressure. Always lift the grinder off work before starting or stopping motor. The arrow on the front gear housing indicates the direction in which the grinding wheel rotates.

Fig. 11

MAINTENANCE

KEEP TOOL CLEAN

Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material.

CAUTION: Wear safety glasses while using compressed air.

FAILURE TO START

Should your tool fail to start, check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the outlet. Also, check for blown fuses or open circuit breakers in the line.

LUBRICATION

This tool has been lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. No further lubrication is necessary.

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