Global Machinery Company BG200A, BG125A, BG150A User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

1/5 HP / 2/5 HP / 2/3 HP / 1/2 HP

Bench Grinders

031222 ED8 DR

BG125A
BG150A
BG200A

NTS2000A

Contents

Warranty 2
Introduction 3
Environmental protection 3
Description of symbols 3
Specifications 3
Safety instructions 4
Additional safety rules for bench grinders 6
Unpacking 6
Connecting to the power supply 6
Know your product 7
Fitting and adjusting the eye shields and brackets 8
Fitting the tool rests 8
Bench mounting the grinder 9
Using the on/off switch 9
Operation 9
Changing a grinding wheel (high speed wheel) 10
Changing the sharpening wheel

(low speed wheel for model NTS2000A) 10
How to true and dress the wheels 11
Grinder adjustments 12
Maintenance 12
Lubrication 12
Cleaning 12
General inspection 12
Repairs 12

Full 2 Years Warranty

Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete
satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass
manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our
required level of performance and you may need the
assistance of our service department.

This product is warranted for a 2-year period from the
date of the original purchase. If found to be defective in
materials or workmanship, the tool or the offending
faulty component will be replaced free of charge with
another of the same item. A small freight charge
may apply.

The warranty replacement unit is only made available
by returning the tool to the place of purchase with a
confirmed register receipt. Proof of purchase is essential.
We reserve the right to reject any claim where the
purchase cannot be verified.

This warranty does not include damage or defects to
the tool caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents or
alterations. It also does not cover any bonus accessories
unless the tool is a GMC Platinum Professional model.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place.
Conditions apply to the above warranty. If you need
direction of what constitutes a free of charge warranty
claim, please review the guide given on the rear of the
Receipt Holder. An indication is given as to the types of
claim that are permissible, and those that are not.

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Dear Customer

If you require any help with your product, whether it is a
Warranty claim, spare part or user information:

Please phone our Help Line for an immediate response.
Phone [phone] in Australia or 0800 445 721 in
New Zealand.

Introduction

Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy your
expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent
GMC Quality Standards to meet superior
performance criteria.

You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and,
with proper care, it will give you many years of
dependable service.

Caution. Carefully read through this entire Instruction

Manual before using your new GMC Power Tool. Take
special care to heed the Cautions and Warnings.

Your GMC power tool has many features that will make
your job faster and easier. Safety, performance and
dependability have been given top priority to the
development of this tool, making it easy to maintain
and operate.

Environmental protection

Recycle unwanted materials instead of
disposing of them as waste. All batteries,
tools, hoses and packaging must be sorted,
taken to the local recycling centre and
recycled or disposed of in an environmentally
safe way.

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.

Conforms to relevant standards for
electromagnetic compatibility.

Specifications

Nominal voltage: 230 – 240Vac ~ 50Hz

Model/Wheel HP Spindle speed Grit

BG125A/1 1/5 HP 2800RPM 36
BG125A/2 1/5 HP 2800RPM 60
BG150A/1 2/5 HP 2800RPM 36
BG150A/2 2/5 HP 2800RPM 60
BG200A/1 2/3 HP 2800RPM 36
BG200A/2 2/3 HP 2800RPM 60
NTS2000A/1 1/2 HP 2800RPM 36
NTS2000A/2 1/2 HP 130RPM 100

Model/Wheel Diameter Width Bore

BG125A/1 125mm 16mm 12.7mm
BG125A/2 125mm 16mm 12.7mm
BG150A/1 150mm 20mm 16mm
BG150A/2 150mm 20mm 16mm
BG200A/1 200mm 20mm 16mm
BG200A/2 200mm 20mm 16mm
NTS2000A/1 150mm 20mm 16mm
NTS2000A/2 200mm 40mm 20mm

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Safety instructions

The tool must be used only for the prescribed purpose.
Any uses other than those mentioned in this manual will

be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.

To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety
regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating
instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who
use and service the machine have to be acquainted with
this Manual and must be informed about its potential
hazards. Children and infirm people must not use this
tool. Children should be supervised at all times if they are
in the area in which the tool is being used. It is also
imperative that you observe the accident prevention
regulations in force in your area. The same applies for
general rules of occupational health and safety.

The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes
made to the tool nor for any damage resulting from
such changes.

Warning. Before connecting a tool to a power source

(mains power point receptacle, outlet, etc.), be sure that
the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the
nameplate on the tool. A power source with a voltage
greater than that specified for the tool can result in
serious injury to the user, as well as damage to the tool.

If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a power source
with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful
to the motor.

Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible
to eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards
may arise in connection with the tool’s construction
and design:

• Contact with the wheel.

• Kickback of work piece and parts of work piece.

• Wheel fracture.

• Catapulting of wheel pieces.

• Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.

• Damage to eyes if eye protection is not worn

• Damage to lungs if breathing protection is not worn

• Always remove the plug from the mains socket before

making any adjustments or maintenance, including
changing the wheel.

Warning. When using power tools, basic safety

precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. Also, please read
and heed the advice given in the additional important
safety instructions.

1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. Cluttered work

areas and benches invite accidents and injury.

2. Consider the environment in which you are working.

Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
the work area well lit. Do not expose power tools to
rain and high humidity. Do not use power tools in the
presence of flammable liquids or gases.

3. Keep visitors away from the work area. All visitors

and onlookers, especially children and infirm persons
should be kept well away from where you are working.
Do not let others in the vicinity make contact with the
tool or extension cord.

4. Store tools safely. When not in use, tools should be

stored in a dry, high place or locked up out of reach.

5. Do not force the tool. The tool will do the job

better and safer working at the rate for which it
was designed.

6. Use the correct tool for the job. Do not force small

tools or attachments to do the job best handled by a
heavier duty tool. Never use a tool for a purpose other
than that for which it was intended.

7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.

They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
non-slip footwear are recommended when working
outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective
hair covering.

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