ANGLE GRINDER
MODEL G5968/9
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © DECEMBER 2003 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
#5907 PRINTED IN CHINA
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and
other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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G5968/9 Angle Grinder
SAFETY
Safety Instructions For Power Tools
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS
AWAY. All children and visitors
should be kept at a safe distance
from work area.
6. MAKE WORK SHOP CHILD
PROOF with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter
keys.
7. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. It will do
the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. DO NOT force
tool or attachment to do a job for
which it was not designed.
1. KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN
PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of check-
ing to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool
before turning on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
4. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or where any flammable or
noxious fumes may exist. Keep
work area well lighted.
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual
Before Operating This Equipment
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, COULD
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, MAY
result in minor or moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful infor-
mation about proper operation of the equipment.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous
conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are
intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures.
NOTICE
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G5968/9 Angle Grinder
9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD
for the tool. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
Conductor size should be in accordance with the chart below. The
amperage rating should be listed on
the motor or tool nameplate. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. Your extension
cord must also contain a ground wire
and plug pin. Always repair or
replace extension cords if they
become damaged.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO
NOT wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry which may get caught in
moving parts. Non-slip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.
Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a
vise to hold work when practical. It’s
safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate tool.
13. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep prop-
er footing and balance at all times.
Safety Instructions For Power Tools
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for
best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLSbefore ser-
vicing and changing accessories,
such as blades, bits, cutters, and
the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure switch is in off position before
plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s
manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.
AMP LENGTH
RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft
0-6 16 16 16
7-10 16 16 14
11-12 16 16 14
13-16 14 12 12
17-20 12 12 10
21-30 10 10 No
No list of safety guidelines can be
complete. Every shop environment
is different. Always consider safety
first, as it applies to your individual
working conditions. Use this and
other machinery with caution and
respect. Failure to do so could result
in serious personal injury, damage
to equipment or poor work results.
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G5968/9 Angle Grinder
INTRODUCTION
Commentary
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model
G5968/9. The Model G5968/9 Angle
Grinder is part of a growing Grizzly family
of fine power tools. When used according
to the guidelines set forth in this manual,
you can expect years of trouble-free,
enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s
commitment to customer satisfaction.
The Model G5968/9 Angle Grinder is the
perfect grinder for detailed grinding tasks
in hard to reach places. Cleaning up
welds, making bevels, and cutting thin
material are just some of the ways the
angle grinder can be used. When fitted
with attachments, sanding, rust removal,
and polishing metal and other materials
are a few of the tasks that can be accomplished.
We are pleased to provide this manual
with the Model G5968/9. It was written to
encourage safety considerations and
guide you through general operating procedures and maintenance. It represents
our effort to produce the best documentation possible.
The specifications, details, and photographs in this manual represent the
Model G5968/9 as supplied when the
manual was prepared. However, owing to
Grizzly’s policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at any time
with no obligation on the part of Grizzly. If
you have any comments regarding this
manual, please write to us at the address
below:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
C
/O Technical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069
To operate this, or any power tool,
safely and efficiently, it is essential to
become as familiar with its characteristics as possible. The time you invest
before you begin to use your Model
G5968/9 Angle Grinder will be time well
spent. DO NOT operate this equipment
until you are completely familiar with
the contents of this manual. Make sure
you read and understand all of the
safety procedures. If you do not understand something, DO NOT operate the
equipment.
Most importantly, we stand behind our
tools. If you have any service questions or
parts requests, please call or write us at
the location listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears
could result from failure to wear safety glasses, a respirator and hearing
protection while using this equipment. Make sure proper filter is worn
while wearing respirator.
G5968/9 Angle Grinder
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Selecting Abrasive
The best results from your Model G5968/9
Angle Grinder will be accomplished using
the proper grit abrasive. As a rule, you will
want to start with a more coarse grinding or
sanding grit for removing large defects or
rough spots, then work through finer grits
until you achieve the smoothness and
quality you desire.
With the disc you have determined to be
sufficient for the job, and having a firm grip
on the grinder, squeeze the trigger and
grind the work evenly. Always keep the
grinder moving to prevent gouge marks. If
you stay in one place too long, then the
grinder will produce a depression in the
work that will compromise your finish.
Experiment in a small corner or area that is
not very noticeable on your project. Ideally,
you want to achieve the balance of removing defects without damaging your work.
Installing Abrasive Disc or
Attachments
Make sure the grinder is disconnected
from the power source and remove the
spanner nut. Place the grinding disc or
attachment over the arbor and secure it
with the spanner nut. Using the wrenches
provided, hold the arbor with the wrench
and tighten the spanner nut with the spanner wrench. To remove abrasive discs, or
attachments, follow the steps just performed. Note—Model G5968 has a spindle
lock button so a wrench is not necessary
on the arbor. Just push the spindle lock
button on the top of the grinder to lock the
spindle and use the spanner wrench to
tighten or loosen the spanner nut
.
Using the Grinder
• Inspect grinding disc for flaws. Never
use a chipped or broken disc.
• Use only grinding discs made for this
grinder. Never use a disc that requires
modifications to the grinder.
• Never operate grinder without the
guard in place.
• Pay attention to the direction the sparks
are going while grinding. Flamable
material must be kept at a safe distance while grinding.
• Make sure workpiece is secure. Use a
vice or clamps when working with
smaller workpieces.
• Always use two hands to hold the
grinder.
• Never apply excessive force while
grinding. Your grinder will last longer if
you let “it” do the work. Using slight
pressure barely greater than the weight
of the equipment is ideal because you
can still maintain control.
• For added control and comfort, a lock-
on trigger switch is installed. The lockon trigger switch is easy to operate—
simply squeeze the trigger and push in
the locking pin. To release the trigger,
press the trigger in, then release to disengage the trigger lock.
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G5968/9 Angle Grinder
MAINTENANCE
Disassembly and improper reassembly of this device can result in electrical shock danger. Always have this
device serviced by a qualified electrical repair technician. Serious injury
will result.
Brushes
The brushes need to be checked periodically to ensure optimum performance. If
the brushes need to be replaced, simply
unscrew the plastic cap on both sides of
the grinder back by the trigger. Pull out
and inspect the brushes. Either re-install
or replace the brushes at this time.
Repair and Service
All quality tools will eventually wear from
normal use. Since the grinder is encased
in a double insulated plastic cover, leave
repair and service issues to a qualified service technician.
Technical Data
Model: G5968 G5969
Rated Voltage: 110V 110V
Rated Frequency: 60 Hz 60 Hz
Rated Power Input: 450W 700W
No-Load Speed: 11,000 10,000
RPM RPM
Wear safety glasses when cleaning
tool with compressed air.
General
Regular periodic maintenance on your
Model G5968/9 Angle Grinder will ensure
its optimum performance. Make a habit of
inspecting your grinder each time you use
it. Check for the following conditions and
repair or replace when necessary:
• Loose fasteners.
• Worn switch.
• Worn or damaged cords and plugs.
• Any other condition that could hamper
the safe operation of this equipment.
Keeping Tool Clean
The Model G5968/9 Angle Grinder will
give you years of trouble free service if you
keep it clean and free of built-up dust or
grime. Ensure that no air passages get
blocked. If they do, blow them out with
compressed air.
Plastic parts can easily be cleaned with a
damp cloth, but never use water to clean
any electrical parts. Solvents should also
be avoided on plastic because of the possibility of damage.
G5968/9 Angle Grinder
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Model G5968 Parts Breakdown
1
3
2
4
1
5
6
16
15
10
11
12
13
14
7
1
17
8
18
50
19
20
21
23
22
21
Disc
48
9
24
25
27
28
26
29
30
31
42
32
43
33
34
44
35
36
45
37
38
39
46
40
41
1 PHTEK14M TAP SCREW M4 X 6
2 P5968002 BACK COVER
3 P5968003 CORD
4 P5968004 CORD GUARD
5 P5968005 CAPACITANCE
6 P5968006 SWITCH
7 PHTEK15M TAP SCREW M4 X 10
8 P5968008 HOUSING
9 P5968009 SWITCH ROD LINK
10 P5968010 CHOKE
11 P5968011 PROTECT RING
12 P5968012 TOUCH SPRING
13 P5968013 STATOR
14 PLW02M LOCK WASHER 4MM
15 P5968015 TAP SCREW M4 X 70
16 P5968016 CORD CLIP
17 P626 BEARING 626-RS
18 P5968018 FAN GUIDE
19 P5968019 ARMATURE
20 P5968020 BRUSH HOLDER
21 P5968021 WOODRUFF KEY #202
22 P5968022 CARBON BRUSH
23 P5968023 BRUSH CAP
24 P5968024 INNER COVER
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REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION
25 P626 BEARING 626-RS
26 P5968026 GEAR
27 P5968027 SPINDLE LOCK
28 P5968028 SPRING
29 PHTEK16M TAPSCREW M5 X 25
30 P5968030 GEAR HOUSING
31 P5968031 BRAKE PIN
32 P5968032 BEARING 8E8*12*10
33 PR05M EXT RET RING 15MM
34 P5968034 GEAR
35 P5968035 RETAINING PLATE
36 P6201 BEARING 6201-2RS
37 P5968037 ASPHALT FELT
38 PW05M FLAT WASHER 4MM
39 P5968039 PACKING GLAND
40 PLW02M LOCK WASHER 4MM
41 PS02M PHLP SCR M4-.7 X 12
42 P5968042 SPINDLE
43 PS02M PHLP SCR M4-.7 X 12
44 PLW02M LOCK WASHER 4MM
45 P5968045 WHEEL GUARD
46 P5968046 WHEEL FLANGE
48 P5968048 WHEEL NUT
50 P5968050 SPANNER WRENCH
Model G5968 Parts List
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50
Model G5969 Parts Breakdown
49
51
61
62
38
47
46
45
44
43
37
36
35
34
42
41
40
39
33
30
29
28
27
32
31
60
18
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
11
10
7
4
3
1
Disc
9
8
6
5
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Model G5969 Parts List
1 P5969001 WHEEL NUT
3 P5969003 WHEEL FLANGE
4 P5969004 WHEEL GUARD
5 PS06M PHLP SCR M5-.8 X 20
6 PLW01M LOCK WASHER 5MM
7 P5969007 SPINDLE
8 P5969008 WOODRUFF KEY #202
9 P5969009 SIDE HANDLE
10 PS56M PHLP SCR M4-.7 X 16
11 PLW01M LOCK WASHER 5MM
13 PS40M PHLP SCR M5-.8 X 16
14 PLW01M LOCK WASHER 5MM
15 P5969015 PACKING GLAND
16 P5969016 ASPHALT FELT
17 P6202 BEARING 6202-RS
18 P5969018 RETAINING PLATE
19 P5969019 GEAR
20 PR05M EXT RET RING 15MM
21 P6000 BALL BEARING 6000
22 P5969022 BRAKE PIN
23 P5969023 GEAR HOUSING
24 P5969024 GRIZZLY LOGO LABEL
25 P5969025 SPRING
26 P5969026 SPINDLE LOCK
27 PR39M EXT. RETAINING RING 8MM
28 P5969028 GEAR
REF PART # DESCRIPTION
29 P6204 BEARING 6204-RS
30 P5969030 INNER COVER
31 P5969031 WOODRUFF KEY #202
32 P5969032 ARMATURE
33 P608 BEARING 608-RS
34 P5969034 FAN GUIDE
35 P5969035 TAP SCREW M5 X 65
36 PLW01M LOCK WASHER 5MM
37 P5969037 STATOR
38 P5969038 CHOKE
39 P5969039 HOUSING
40 P5969040 G5969 ID LABEL
41 P5969041 BRUSH HOLDER
42 P5969042 CARBON BRUSH
43 P5969043 BRUSH CAP
44 P5969044 SWITCH
45 P5969045 CAPACITANCE
46 P5969046 LEFT HANDLE
47 PHTEK17M TAP SCREW M5 X 20
49 P5969049 RIGHT HANDLE
50 P5969050 CORD GUARD
51 P5969051 CORD
60 P5969060 SPANNER WRENCH
61 PHTEK16M TAP SCREW M5 X 25
62 PW02M FLAT WASHER 5MM
REF PART # DESCRIPTION
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Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original
purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly
or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance. This is Grizzly’s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be
implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any particular purpose, are hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant or represent that the
merchandise complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so
warrants. In no event shall Grizzly’s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price
paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State
of Washington, County of Whatcom.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
To take advantage of this warranty, contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details.
We will then issue you a “Return Number,’’ which must be clearly posted on the outside as
well as the inside of the carton. We will not accept any item back without this number. Proof
of purchase must accompany the merchandise.
The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they constantly strive to achieve better quality equipment. We make every effort to ensure that our
products meet high quality and durability standards and we hope you never need to use this
warranty.
Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the manual.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
E-Mail:
techsupport@grizzly industrial.com
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
Thank you again for your business and continued support. We hope to serve you again
soon.
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Check all that apply.
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