ATD Tools ATD-10546 User Manual

ATD-10546

6" BENCH GRINDER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Thank you for purchasing your ATD-10546 6” bench grinder with lights. Before attempting
to operate your new bench grinder please read these instructions thoroughly. You will
need these instructions for the safety warnings, precautions, assembly, operation,
maintenance procedures, parts list and diagrams. Keep your receipt with these
instructions. Keep the instructions and receipt in a safe, dry place for future reference.

WARNING: The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot
cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Description

Specifications……………………….. 2

Safety Rules………………….... ….. 2

Before Each Use………………. ……3

Electrical Requirements……..... ……4

Extension Cords……………….. ……5
Assembly Instructions……………….6-7
Operation………………………. ……7-9
Maintenance………………………….9
Parts List and Diagram……….. ……10-11

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SPECIFICATIONS

Motor . . . . . . . . .120V – 60Hz – 3.2Amp – 1/2HP

Motor Speed . . . 3450 RPM

Weight . . . . . . . . 26 lbs

Arbor . . . . . . . . .1/2”

Wheel . . . . . . . . 6”

UL Listed . . . . .

SAFETY RULES

1. Know your machine. Read this manual carefully. Learn the machine’s applications and
limitations, as well as specific potential hazards peculiar to it.

2. When installing or moving the bench grinder, be sure to inspect it for damage. To be
certain the grinding wheels have not been damaged in shipment, inspect carefully. If
you suspect a wheel of being fractured, replace it immediately. Fractured wheels may
shatter causing serious injury.

3. Put bench grinder on a firm level surface where there is plenty of room for handling
and properly supporting the work piece.

4. Avoid a dangerous environment. Use a grinder in a dry, indoor place protected from
rain. Keep work area well lighted.

5. Disconnect tools before servicing or when changing accessories such as grinding
wheels.

6. Plan ahead to protect yourself. Avoid injury from accidental contact with moving parts.

7. Keep guards in place and in working order.

8. Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.

9. Use the right tool. Don’t force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.

10. Use recommended accessories. Consult the operating manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.

11. Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting
surface is unintentionally contacted.

12. Wear proper apparel. Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in
moving parts. Rubber soled footwear is recommended for best footing.

13. Wear gloves when grinding work piece. Object may become very sharp and can
cause injury.

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14. Use safety glasses. The operation of a ny power tool can result in foreig n object s being
thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage. Also use face or dust
mask if grinding operation is dusty.

15. Replace a cracked wheel immediately.

16. Always use guards and eye shields.

17. Do not over tighten wheel nut.

18. Use only wheel flanges furnished with this grinder.

19. Adjust distance between wheel and work rest to maintain 1/8” or less separation as
the diameter of the wheel decreases with use.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to assure that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, or any other conditions that may affect its operation. A
guard or other part that is damaged should be properly replaced.

2. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool area before turning it on.

3. Maintain grinder with care. Keep the grinder clean for best and safest performance.

4. Before using your grinder, watch the grinder while it turns. If it makes an unfamiliar
noise or vibrates a lot, stop immediately. Turn the grinder off and unplug it. Do not
restar t until probl e m corrected.

5. Keep children away. Keep all visitors a safe distance from the bench grinder. Make
sure bystanders are clear of the grin der and work piece.

6. Plan the way you hold the work piece. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions
where a sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to move into grinding surface. Keep
fingers a safe distance from grinder wheel.

7. Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

8. Feed work into grinding wheel against the direction of rotation of wheel.

9. Avoid injury from jams, slips or thrown pieces.

10. Make sure all clamps and locks are tight and no parts have excessive play.

11. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. If small pieces
get trapped inside guard, before retrieving material turn switch to OFF. Unplug grinder
and wait for all moving parts to stop.

12. Never leave tool running unattended. Always turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it
comes to a complete stop.

13. Make the workshop childproof. Lock the shop. Disconnect master switches. Store
tools always from children and others not qualified to use the tools.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Connecting tool to power source outlet: This machine’s power source must be grounded
while in use to protect the operator from electric shock.

In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an
electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. The conductor with the green insulation (with or without yellow stripes) is the
equipment grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is
necessary, do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal.

Plug power cord into a 110-120V properly grounded type outlet protected by a 14 amp
time delay, Circuit Saver fuse or circuit breaker.

WARNING: Do not let your fingers touch the terminals of plug when installing or removing
the plug to or from the outlet.

WARNING: If not properly grounded, this power tool can incur the potential hazard of
electric shock; particularly when used in damp locations or in close proximity to plumbing.
If an electric shock occurs, there is the potential of a secondary hazard – such as your
hands contacting the grinding wheel.

This tool is intended for use on a circuit th at has a n outlet that look s like the one il lu strat ed
in Figure A. The tool has a grounding plug that also looks like the one shown in Figure A.

Do not modify the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet. Have the proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.

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