Global Machinery Company MX100MAG User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

950W

100MM (4”)

ANGLE GRINDER

MX100MAG

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Contents

Warranty Power Tools

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 for home
domestic use 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 repaired
or replaced free of charge with another of the same item.

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small freight charge may apply. 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,
alterations or commercial or business use. It also does not
cover any bonus items or included accessories. Only the
powertool is covered under this warranty.

With continuing product development, changes may have
occurred which render the product received slightly
different to that shown in this instruction manual.

Please ensure that you store your receipt in a safe place.
Conditions apply to the above warranty. For full details of

the warranty terms and conditions please refer to our
website – www.gmcompany.com

For prompt service we suggest you log your service
request online - www.gmcservice.com.au, should you
not have access to the internet, please contact our
service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia)
or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand).

Warranty 2

Introduction 3

Environmental protection 3

Description of symbols 3

Specifications 3

Safety instructions 4

Additional safety rules for angle grinders 5

Contents of carton 6

Unpacking 6

Know your product 7

Disc assembly showing flange requirements 7

Setting up 8

Operation 8

Switching on and off 8

Replacing a disc 9

Lubrication 10

Power cord maintenance 10

Cleaning 10

General inspection 10

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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 in 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 tools,
hoses and packaging should be sorted,
taken to the local recycling centre and
disposed of in an environmentally safe way

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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 – 240Vac ~ 50Hz
Input power: 950W
Max no load speed: 11000min
Insulation class: Double insulated
Disc size: 100 mm (4”)
Spindle: M10
Disc bore diameter: 16 mm
Sound pressure level: 91.6 dB(A)
Weight: 2 kg

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Safety instructions

WARNING. Read and understand 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 below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power
tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Save these instructions

Work area

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark

areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust.

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a

power tool.

Electrical safety

• 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.

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrig
erators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if

your body is earthed or grounded.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet

conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase

the risk of electric shock.

• 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.

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

outdoor extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of electric shock.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Power tools create sparks

Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool.

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.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

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

• 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.

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the tool on.

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at

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

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving

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parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.

• If devices are provided for the connection of dust

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

devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

Power tool use and care

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application.

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

A wrench or a key that is left attached to a

Use of these

The correct power tool will

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