GUILD
150W 150mm Bench Grinder
Instruction Manual
PGB150G
After Sales Support
UK/Ireland 0333 3201989
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Important - Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your Guild bench grinder
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your Guild
bench grinder, ensuring it remains safe to operate.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 0333 3201989
Contents
Safety Information ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
In The Box ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7
Accessories ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������7
Assembly Instructions ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������8
Operating Instructions ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9
Maintenance �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������10
Trouble Shooting ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������10
Working Hints For Your Bench Grinder �������������������������������������������������������������������10
Technical Data �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11
Environmental Protection ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������11
Guarantee ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12
Declaration of Conformity ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������13
Plug Replacement (Uk & Ireland Only) ������������������������������������������������������������������� 14
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Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
Warning Symbols
The following warning symbols appear throughout this assembly manual and
indicate the appropriate safety measures you should take when assembling and
operating the bench grinder.
To reduce the risk of injury, Please read the instruction manual
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Wear dust mask
Remove plug from mains before maintenance or if cord is damaged.
Waste electrical products must not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle
where facilities exist. Check with your local authorities or retailer for recycling advice.
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Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
Original Instruction
Safety Instructions
“WARNING! When using electric tools basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury including the
following.
Read all these instructions before attempting to operate this product and save these
instructions”.
Maintenance and Servicing
Remove the plug before carrying out any adjustment, servicing or maintenance
Safe operation
1 - Keep work area clear
- Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2 - Consider work area environment
- Do not expose tools to rain.
- Do not use tools in damp or wet locations.
- Keep work area well lit.
- Do not use tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3 - Guard against electric shock
- Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces {e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerators).
4 - Keep other persons away
- Do not let persons, especially children, not involved in the work touch the tool or the
extension cord and keep them away from the work area
5 - Store idle tools
- When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry locked-up place, out of reach of
children.
6 - Do not force the tool
- It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
7 - Use the right tool
- Do not force small tools to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
- Do not use tools for purposes not intended; for example do not use circular saws to
cut tree limbs or logs.
8 - Dress properly
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts.
- Non-skid footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
- Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
9 - Use protective equipment
- Use safety glasses.
- Use face or dust mask if working operations create dust.
10 - Connect dust extraction equipment
- If the tool is provided for the connection of dust extraction and collecting equipment,
ensure these are connected and properly used.
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Original Instructions
Safety Information
Important - Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly
Original Instruction
11 - Do not abuse the cord
- Never yank the cord to disconnect it from the socket Keep the cord away from heat,
oil and sharp edges.
12 - Secure work
- Where possible use damps or a vice to hold the work. It is safer than using your hand.
13 - Do not overreach
- Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14 - Maintain tools with care
- Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance.
- Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories.
- Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired by an authorized
service facility.
- Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.
- Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
15 - Disconnect tools
- When not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades,
bits and cutters, disconnect tools from the power supply.
16 - Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
- Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the tool before turning it on.
17 - Avoid unintentional starting
- Ensure switch is in “off” position when plugging in
18 - Use outdoor extension leads
- When the tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor use
and so marked.
19 - Stay alert
- Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not operate the tool when you
are tired.
20 - Check damaged parts
- Before further use of tool, it 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 by an
authorized service centre unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual.
- Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service centre.
- Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
21 - Warning
- The use of any accessory or attachment other than one recommended in this
instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.
22 - Have your tool repaired by a qualified person
- This electric tool complies with the relevant safety rules. Repairs should only be
carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise this may result
in considerable danger to the user.
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