Central Pneumatic 05490 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

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AIR HIGH SPEED CUTTER

ASSEMBLY and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. / Camarillo, CA 9301 1

Copyright © 1997 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.

No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any

shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

SPECIFICATIONS

Free S peed 5000 to 18000 RPM
Air Pressure 90 PSI
Air Consumption 4 CFM
Air Inlet ¼” NPT
Weight 1-1/2 lbs.

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need the manual for the safety warnings and cautions, assembly instructions, operating
procedures, maintenance procedures, trouble shooting, parts list, and diagram. Keep your
invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover . Keep both
this manual and your invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.

SAFETY W ARNING & CAUTIONS

WARNING: When using pneumatic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be

followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and hazards due to over pressurization.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL!

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2. OBSERVE WORK AREA CONDITIONS. Do not use tools in damp, wet, or poorly lit
locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lit. Do not use electrically powered
air compressors in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.

3. KEEP CHILDREN AW AY. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let
them handle machines, tools, or hoses.

4. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools must be locked up in a dry location
to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.

5. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the
tool’s capacities.

6. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not attempt to force a small tool or
attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. Do not use a tool for a purpose for
which it was not intended.

7. DRESS PROPERL Y. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in
moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended. Wear restrictive hair covering to
contain long hair .

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8. USE EYE AND EAR PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI approved chemical splash

goggles when working with chemicals. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety
goggles at other times. Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings or
wood chips. Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around
metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists.

9. DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CORD. Do not yank compressor’s cord to disconnect

it from the receptacle. Do not carry tools by the cord.

10. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach

over or across running machines.

11. MAINT AIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect
compressor’s cord periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized
technician. Inspect all hoses for leaks prior to use. The handles must be kept clean, dry ,
and free from oil and grease at all times.

12. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Make it a habit to check that keys

and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before
plugging it in.

13. A VOID UNINTENTIONAL ST ARTING. Do not carry any tool with your finger on the

trigger , whether it is connected to the compressor or not.

14. ST AY ALERT . Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool

when you are tired.

15. CHECK DAMAGED P ARTS. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged

should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or
mounting fixtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician. Do not
use the tool if any switch does not turn on and off properly .

16. REPLACEMENT P ARTS AND ACCESSORIES. When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty . Only use accessories
intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight
Tools.

17. DO NOT OPERA TE TOOL IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS.

Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are
impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.

18. DRAIN COMPRESSOR EVERY DAY. Do not allow moisture to build up inside the

compressor. Do not allow compressor to sit pressurized for longer than one hour .

19. MAKE SURE ALL EQUIPMENT IS RATED TO THE APPROPRIATE CAPACITY.

Make sure that regulator is set at least 10 PSI lower than the lowest rated piece of
equipment you are using.

20. The Safety Guard must always be tightly secured in place when using the Air High

Speed Cutter . Keep hands off guard when operating this tool.

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UNPACKING

Your High Speed Cutter comes fully assembled. When unpacking your High S peed Cutter,
check to make sure the following parts are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual.

ITEM # DESCRIPTION

N/A High Speed Cutter
32 Spanner
31 Hex Wrench

ASSEMBLY

Your High Speed Cutter comes completely assembled and is ready for use. Should you need to
remove and replace the CUTTING WHEEL (#33), refer to the steps below.

Step 1: Purchase an authorized replacement CUTTING WHEEL from Harbor Freight Tools. Use
only approved replacement accessories with your High Speed Cutter.

Step 2:Place the SPANNER (#32) on the flats of the
SPINDLE (#6).

Step 3: Insert the HEX WRENCH (#31) into the HEX SCREW
(#1) as shown in Figure 1.

Cutting Wheel (#33)
Spacer (#2)
Hex Screw (#1)
Hex Wrench (#31)

CAUTION

Use only 3" Cutting

Wheels rated for more

than 18,000 RPM.

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Figure 1 — Inserting the Hex Wrench