Harbor Freight Tools 43533 User Manual
3-INCH MULTIPURPOSE
BENCH GRINDER
Model
43533
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written
consent of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described
herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
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Manual Revised 10c
SPECIFICATIONS
Motor 120 V~, 60 Hz, 1.3 A
No Load RPM 0 to 10,000 RPM
Grinding Wheels 1- 3 x 3/4 inch Grinding Stone
1- 3 x 3/4 inch Fiber Wheel
Arbor 10 mm
Flex Shaft 31 inches long
Flex Shaft Collet 1/8 inch diameter
Flex Shaft Bit 1/8 inch mounting stone
Features Variable Speed Dial
Flex shaft wrench set
Note: Performance of this tool may vary
depending on variations in local line
voltage. Extension cord usage may
also affect tool performance.
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You will need the manual for the
safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram.
Keep your invoice with this manual. Write
the invoice number on the inside of the
front cover. Keep the manual and invoice
in a safe and dry place for future reference.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: When using tool, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal
injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this
product!
Avoid working alone1. . If an accident
happens, an assistant can bring help.
Disconnect power2. . Unplug tool when
not in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as grinding wheels. Never walk away and
leave the tool running.
Keep work area clean3. . Cluttered
areas invite injuries.
Keep children away4. . Children must
never be allowed in the work area.
Do not let them handle machines,
tools, or extension cords.
Store idle equipment5. . When not
in use, tools must be stored in a dry
location to inhibit rust. Always lock
up tools and keep out of reach of
children.
Dress properly6. . Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry as they can be
caught in moving parts. Protective,
electrically nonconductive clothes and
nonskid footwear are recommended
when working. Wear restrictive hair
covering to contain long hair. Wear
an ANSI approved dust mask or
respirator.
Use eye protection7. . Always wear
ANSI approved impact safety
goggles.
Do not overreach8. . Keep proper foot-
ing and balance at all times. Do not
reach over or across electrical cables
or frames.
Maintain tools with care9. . Inspect
grinding wheels for cracks, and tool
cords periodically and, if damaged,
have them repaired by an authorized
technician.
Use the right tool for the job10. . Do
not attempt to force a small tool or
attachment to do the work of a larger
industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was
designed. Do not modify this tool and
do not use this tool for a purpose for
which it was not intended.
Stay alert11. . Watch what you are do-
ing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool when you are tired.
REV 08j, 09e, 10a
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Check for damaged parts12. . Before
using any tool, any part that appears
damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment and binding of
moving parts; any broken parts or
mounting xtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by a
qualied technician. Do not use the
tool if any switch does not turn On
and Off properly.
Replacement parts and accesso-13.
ries. When servicing, use only identi-
cal replacement parts. Use of any
other parts will void the warranty. Only
use accessories intended for use with
this tool. Approved accessories are
available from Harbor Freight Tools.
Do not operate tool if under the 14.
inuence of alcohol or drugs. Read
warning labels on prescriptions to
determine if your judgment or reexes
are impaired while taking drugs. If
there is any doubt, do not operate the
tool.
Use proper size and type extension 15.
cord. If an extension cord is required,
it must be of the proper size and type
to supply the correct current to the
tool without heating up. Otherwise,
the extension cord could melt and
catch re, or cause electrical damage
to the tool. This tool requires use of
an extension cord of 0 to 10 amps
capability (up to 50 feet), with wire
size rated at 18 AWG. Longer exten-
sion cords require larger size wire. If
you are using the tool outdoors, use
an extension cord rated for outdoor
use (signied by “WA” on the jacket).
Take caution as some woods con-16.
tain preservatives such as copper
chromium arsenate (CCA) which
can be toxic. When cutting these
materials extra care should be taken
to avoid inhalation and minimize skin
contact.
Maintenance17. . Service/maintenance
should be done by a qualied technician.
People with pacemakers should 18.
consult their physician(s) before
use. Electromagnetic elds in close
proximity to heart pacemaker could
cause pacemaker interference or
pacemaker failure.
When grinding any metals, the grinder 19.
can produce sparks which may land
on your clothing, or hit your face.
You should use a full face mask and
appropriate protective clothing. Also
ensure that you are not operating the
grinder around ammable materials or
liquids. Always make sure the safety
shields and wheel guards are in place
at all times.
Make sure grinding wheels are of 20.
proper speed (RPM) rating for grinder.
Frequently quench the workpiece 21.
in water to prevent overheating; be
careful not to get water on the bench
grinder.
Use the tool rest to steady the work 22.
piece. If the tool rest is not used, the
torque of the spinning grinding wheel
may pull the workpiece from your
hands.
Do not use aluminum oxide wheels 23.
when grinding nonferrous metals such
as aluminum and brass. Use silicon
carbide wheels for nonferrous metals.
When bufng material, hold material 24.
on lower side of bufng wheel. Keep
ngers clear of grinding wheel and
tool rest.
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