User manual RYOBI CP-180M

[. . . ] Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new angle grinder. Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your grinder properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service. [. . . ] Before attaching the grinding wheel, inspect it for visible defects. If cracked, chipped, or warped, do not install it. Do not overtighten the clamp nut on the grinding wheel. Excessive tightening can cause the wheel to crack during operation Make sure that the guard is in good condition and securely installed before operating grinder. Do not clamp the grinder in a vise or use as a fixed grinder. Never turn on the grinder with the grinding wheel or any rotating parts touching the workpiece. Use only grinding wheels in compliance with ANSI standard B7. 1 and rated greater than 11, 000 RPM. Do not use the grinder if the disc flange or clamp nut is missing or if the spindle is bent. Always hold the grinder securely with two hands while working and at all times when it is running. Never cover the air vents in the motor housing with your hands while operating the grinder. Hold the tool away from your body while it is running. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Ryobi dealer to obtain replacement parts before attempting to operate grinder. Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated grinder. PACKING LIST Angle Grinder With Guard Grinding Wheel Side Handle Wrench Operator's Manual Warranty Registration Card WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not operate your grinder until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. Page 7 FEATURES KNOW YOUR ANGLE GRINDER Before attempting to use your grinder, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. Make sure all grinding wheels and recommended accessories are in accordance with listed specifications for this tool. For example, do not use grinding wheels that are rated at less than 11, 000 RPM. Side Handle The side handle provided, stabilizes your grinder and must be used during all grinding operations. In addition to maintaining safe control during use, the side handle also provides convenient ease of operation for the operator. Spindle Lock Button The spindle lock button secures the spindle so that only one wrench is needed to change the grinding wheel. Guard A protective guard has been provided on your grinder. It deflects sparks and metal chips during use. Switch Button Your grinder has a conveniently located switch. It also has a lock-on feature that allows the grinder to be locked in the on position when continuous operation for extended periods of time is required. Heavy Duty Motor Your Ryobi Angle Grinder has a powerful motor, with sufficient power to handle tough grinding jobs that require heavy duty performance. APPLICATIONS (Use only for the purposes listed below) Grinding metals. Grinding welds. SWITCH BUTTON SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON rin 4'' G der SIDE HANDLE WRENCH GRINDING WHEEL GUARD Fig. 1 WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your grinder to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. Page 8 ASSEMBLY WARNING: Your grinder should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing grinding wheels, or when not in use. [. . . ] Place the new guard on the shoulder of the bearing cap. Note: If the new guard will not fit, loosen the clamp screw until the guard slides over the bearing cap. Rotate guard to the correct position as shown in figures 4, 5, and 6. Note: Be sure the tabs on the guard are seated in the groove in the bearing cap. [. . . ]