Global Machinery Company AG230M User Manual

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Code: AG230M

Date:

060412 Edition: 05 Op: DCR

2400W

MAGNESIUM

230MM (9”)

ANGLE GRINDER

AG230M

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Contents

Warranty 2

Introduction 3

Environmental protection 3

Description of symbols 3

Specifications 3

General safety rules 4

Additional safety rules for angle grinders 5

Accessories 6

Unpacking 6

Know your product 7

Setting up 8

Disc guard 8

Operation 8

Holding and guiding the tool 9

Replacing a disc 9

Disc Selection 11

LED brush-wear indicator 11

Lubrication 11

Power cord maintenance 12

Cleaning 12

General inspection 12

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Description of symbols

The rating plate on your tool may show symbols.
These represent important information about the
product or instructions on its use.

Wear hearing protection.
Wear eye protection.
Wear breathing protection.

Double insulated for additional protection.

Conforms to relevant standards
for electromagnetic compatibility.

Specifications

Nominal voltage: 230–240V ~ 50 Hz

Input power: 2400W

No load speed: 6000 min

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Insulation class: Double insulated

Disc diameter: 230mm (9”)

Spindle: M14

Disc bore diameter: 22.2mm

Net weight: 6kg

Sound pressure level: 94.5 dB(A)

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General safety rules

WARNING. Read all instructions. Failure to follow all

instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of
the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated
(corded) power tool or battery operated (cordless)
power tool.

Save these instructions

1. Work area
a. Keep work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered and dark

areas invite accidents.

b. Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres,

such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.

c. Keep children and bystanders away while

operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to

lose control.

2. Electrical safety
a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify

the plug in any way.

Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electric shock

if your body is earthed or grounded.

c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.

Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.

e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

Use of a cord

suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

3. Personal safety
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool.

Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.

b. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the

off position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.

d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on.

A wrench or a key left attached to
a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.

e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.

f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.

g. If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.

Use of these devices

can reduce dust related hazards.

4. Power tool use and care
a. Do not force the power tool.

Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

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b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

it on and off.

Any power tool that cannot be controlled

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before

making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools.

Such preventive safety measures

reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.

e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired

before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.

f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.

g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,

in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed.

Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.

5. Service
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts.

This

will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Additional safety rules for angle grinders

• Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid

potential overheating.

• When an extension cable is required, you must ensure

that it has the right ampere rating for your power tool and
is in safe electrical condition.

• Always switch off before you put the angle grinder down.

• Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this tool.

• Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should never be left

around the work area.

• If you are interrupted when operating the tool, complete

the process and switch off before looking up.

• Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are

properly tightened.

• Check the disc before mounting it into the angle

grinder. Check by striking it with a wooden handle whilst
balancing the disc on your finger. Listen for the ring and
do not use if dull, as the disc may be cracked.

• When the disc is installed, run it for at least one minute to

ensure that it does not have a fault. It is always advisable
to stay out of the line of the disc when testing or when
using the tool.

• Do not use a disc marked with a lower RPM than that of

the no load speed shown on the rating plate.

• Use discs only of the prescribed diameter.

• Do not use the angle grinder for buffing or polishing under

any circumstances.

• Never try to operate the angle grinder without the guard

in place.

• Do not secure the angle grinder in a vice or work bench

and use it as a static grinder. It can lead to serious injury.

• Never apply excessive pressure to the disc. It might

shatter causing personal injury.

• Ensure the work piece to be ground or cut, is held tight in

the vice or other clamping system.