Harbor Freight Tools 92683 User Manual
Wet Stone Grinder
92683
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Specifications
Construction
Power Required
Dimensions 15-1/4” L x 9” W x 9-1/4” H Net Weight 14.5 lb.
This Wet Stone Grinder is ideal for sharpening knives, chisels, scissors, and similar cutting tools.
The slow speed of the grinding wheel which is kept continually wet, prevents the blade from overheating
and losing its temper. The continuous wet bath also helps keep the grinding wheel from clogging, thus
extending its usable life. The grinder direction is reversible for various applications. An adjustable blade
guide and safety shield are included. This grinder is rated for maximum continuous use time of 20 minutes.
The included cardboard angle guide is helpful in setting the proper grinding angle for various items.
Plastic Case, Belt Drive with
Aluminum Guide
110 VAC, 85 Watts, 6.1 Amps
(no load)
Wet Stone Size
Spindle Dimension
Motor Speed 150 - 200 RPM
6”Dia. x 1.65”W
5-1/4” x 15/32” – 18 TPI
Save This Manual
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 tool!
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and sparks.
Provide barriers or shields as needed.
4. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accor-
dance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug
in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in
doubt whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tool should electrically malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
5. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire
grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
6. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigera-
tors. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
7. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
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8. Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tool or pull the Plug
from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
9. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”.
These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
10. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
11. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair,
clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
12. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging in. Plugging in
power tools with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.
13. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key that
is left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
14. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
15. Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI-approved eye protection, full face shield, and work
gloves when using this grinder. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
must be used for appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
16. Be sure the sharpener is used only on a stable platform. Be sure to use the blade guide, and
wear safety glasses at all times when using this tool.
17. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
18. Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be
controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced.
19. Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally.
20. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
21. Maintain tools with care, keeping them adjusted and clean. Properly maintained tools are less
likely to bind and are easier to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use”
until repaired.
22. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condi-
tion that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
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23. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories
that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
Service
24. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
25. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Use of unauthorized parts or failure
to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
Specific Safety Rules
1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important information. If unreadable or
missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
2. Always wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles when using the tool. Using personal
safety devices reduce the risk for injury. Safety impact eye goggles and other safety equipment are
available from Harbor Freight Tools.
3. Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit. Make sure there is adequate
surrounding workspace. Always keep the work area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other
debris. Do not use a power tool in areas near flammable chemicals, dusts, and vapors. Do not use
this product in a damp or wet location.
4. Make sure to read and understand all instructions and safety precautions as outlined in the
manufacturer’s manual.
5. When starting this power tool, always ensure that it remains in place on a stable work platform.
6. Always keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the tool.
7. Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before turning on the tool.
8. Do not force the tool. This tool will do the work better and safer at the speed and capacity for which
it was designed.
9. Never walk away from the tool until the motor has come to a complete stop. The tool may cre-
ate unforeseen risk while the motor cycles down.
10. Never leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool,
and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.
11. Always unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, mainte-
nance, or cleaning procedures.
12. WARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities, contain 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 and cement or 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. (California Health & Safety Code 25249.5, et seq.)
13. WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this product.
Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference to or failure
of the pacemaker.
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