Kawasaki 840078 User Manual

MODEL

#840078

8" BENCH GRINDER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE

POUR LE SERVICE APRÉS VENTE

OU DU CONSOMMATEUR

PARA EL SERVICIO

PARA EL CONSUMIDOR

1-800-590-3723

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©COPYRIGHT 2006 ALLTRADE TOOLS, LLC.
1431 VIA PLATA
LONG BEACH, CA 90810-1462 USA

840078 – 8" Bench Grinder_REV 9/14/06

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USE, READ CAREFULLY AND
UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS. FAILURE TO DO
SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

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PRODUCT, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE
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CONGRATULATIONS!

Thanks for choosing this product. At Alltrade, our aim is to provide you with quality
products at an affordable price, and we want you to be totally satisfied with your
product and our Customer Service. If any help and advice is needed, please
contact us at 1-800-590-3723. Properly cared for, this product will give you many
years of satisfaction.

INTENDED USE

This product is intended for consumer use only. This tool is not designed for pro­fessional use. The power cord should only be used in approved electrical outlets as
described in this manual. Failure to use the proper power cords and/or extension
cords may result in fire or possible damage to the bench grinder.

RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to

follow all instructions in this manual may result severe personal injury or death.
Keep this manual and refer to it for Safety Instructions, Operating Procedures
and Warranty.

The safety instructions provided in this manual are not intended to cover all possible
conditions and practices that may occur when operating, maintaining and cleaning
power equipment.

Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE statements of this manual.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONGRATULATIONS! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

INTENDED USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SECTION ONE

RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SECTION TWO

GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS . . . . 4-5

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

EXTENSION CORD USAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BENCH GRINDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

SECTION THREE

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE BENCH GRINDER . . . . . . . . . . 13-15

OPERATING THE ON/OFF SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

GRINDER OPERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15

SECTION FOUR

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18

ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

OTHER CONSUMER DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

SECTION FIVE

3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-22

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES – FOR ALL ELECTRIC POWER TOOLS

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instruc-

tions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.

KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER.

REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a habit of checking to see

that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

DO NOT USE TOOL IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use power tools

in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the
work area.

MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF, WITH PADLOCKS, MASTER
SWITCHES, OR BY REMOVING STARTER KEYS.

DO NOT FORCE TOOL. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the

rate for which it is designed.

USE THE CORRECT TOOL FOR YOUR APPLICATION. Do not force tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use a face mask or dusk mask if cutting
operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses.

SECURE WORK. Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body
is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

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.

MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

DISCONNECT TOOLS BEFORE SERVICING AND WHEN CHANGING ACCES­SORIES, SUCH AS BLADES, BITS, CUTTERS AND THE LIKE. REDUCE THE
RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure switch is in the “OFF” position

before plugging in.

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CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in property damage.

NOTE provides additional information that is useful
for proper use and maintenance of this tool. If a
NOTE is indicated make sure it is fully understood.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their
physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in
close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of
the pacemaker.

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 and cement and other masonry products,
and 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 dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

WARNING: Handling the power cord on corded products may expose you to
lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

EXTENSION CORD USAGE

Extension cords are not recommended for use with this bench grinder. Extension
cords, if used, must be properly grounded with a 3-prong plug on one and a 3-hole
receptacle on the other. DO NOT use grounding adapters with an extension cord.
Extension cords must be UL listed and use a minimum of 18 A.W.G. wiring.
Extension cords should never exceed 25 feet in length. Extension cords, that are too
long, cause a voltage drop over the extra distance causing the grinder motor to run
slower with the possibility of causing damage to the motor. Using extension cords
with smaller than the recommended wire gauge run the risk of getting too hot, melt­ing, and/or causing fires. See table, “Extension Cord Specifications”, on page 18.

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR BENCH GRINDERS

ALWAYS wear protective eyewear and/or appropriate dust filters and respirator

when using this tool.

DO NOT OPERATE THIS BENCH GRINDER until it is completely assembled
according to the instructions in this manual. Failure to adhere to these instruc­tions could result in serious and/or permanent injury.

OBTAIN ADVICE FROM A QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL if you are not completely
sure how to use the bench grinder.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owners manual for recom­mended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause cause risk of
injury.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if
the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.

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.

DIRECTION OF FEED. Only feed work into a blade or cutter against the direc­tion of rotation of the blade or cutter.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

The electrical power source for this bench grinder MUST be grounded in order pre­vent possible electric shock or even death should the tool malfunction or break­down. Grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current thus reduc­ing the risk of electrical shock. The power source must also use a minimum 20A
service and not used if other power tools on the same circuit are in use.

This bench grinder is equipped with a grounded 3-wire power cord with a 3-prong
plug. If the power cord will not fit into the wall plug, an approved adapter can be
used as long as it is connected to the center screw in the wall plate. Never modify
the electrical plug by cutting off the grounding prong so it will fit into unapproved,
un-grounded electrical receptacles. See Figure 1.

If you have questions about hooking up the bench grinder, contact a certified elec­trical contractor to install the proper circuitry acceptable for this and other power
tools you use. Repair or replace any damaged electrical wiring IMMEDIATELY.

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FIGURE 1. CONNECTING THE BENCH GRINDER TO THE AC POWER RECEPTACLE

UNGROUNDED AC RECEPTACLE

GROUNDED RECEPTACLE

GROUNDING ADAPTER

GRINDER POWER CORD

GRINDER POWER CORD

COVERPLATE

MOUNTING SCREW

DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE GRINDER when it is first turned
on. Loose fragments could fly off at high speeds possibly causing injury.

NEVER ENGAGE A WORK PIECE TO A COLD GRINDING STONE. A cold grind­ing stone has a tendency to chip. Allow the grinder to run for an entire minute
before applying the work piece to the grinding stone.

NEVER START THE BENCH GRINDER WITH THE WORK PIECE AGAINST THE
GRINDING WHEEL. The work piece can be drawn into the grinding wheel

causing it to fragment resulting in damage to the grinder and/or serious injury
to the operator.

THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE GRINDER BEFORE CHANGING TYPES OF WORK
PIECES. Combining wood and metal dust can result in an explosion or fire. DO

NOT GRIND OR POLISH WORK PIECES MADE OF MAGNESIUM. The magne­sium could ignite resulting in a very intense fire that could cause severe burns
to the operator and/or seriously damage the bench grinder.

NEVER PERFORM GRINDING OPERATIONS NEAR FLAMMABLE GAS OR
LIQUIDS. The resulting fire and/or explosion could cause permanent serious

injuries to the operator and damage to the grinder and surrounding work area.

AVOID AWKWARD POSITIONS for both hands and work pieces. A sudden slip
could draw fingers into the grinding wheel causing injury. ALWAYS KEEP
ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the grind wheel surface. Severe
injury could result.

HOLD THE WORK PIECE FIRMLY AGAINST THE GRINDING WHEEL. A loose
grip can cause loss of control of the work piece resulting in severe injuries or
damage to the bench grinder.

ALWAYS MAKE CONTACT WITH THE FACE OF THE GRINDING STONES.

Grinding objects on the side of the grinding stones can cause the stones to frag­ment resulting in fragments being thrown from the wheel at high speeds.
Serious injury could result.

NEVER APPLY A COOLANT DIRECTLY TO THE WORK PIECE WHILE IT IS IN
CONTACT WITH THE GRINDING STONE. Coolant can weaken the makeup of the

grinding stones causing them to fail. Dip the work piece in water to cool it.

DO NOT TOUCH THE GROUND PORTION OF THE WORKPIECE until it has prop­erly cooled. Touching HOT surfaces can cause injury.

NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT OR ASSEMBLY to work pieces in front of the
grinder while it is still running. A sudden slip could bring hands in contact with
the moving parts of the bench grinder resulting in injury to the operator.

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FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES. Use only properly grounded three-hole ground­ed receptacles. DO NOT cut the third prong off the power cord. When using an
extension cord, use only UL Listed extension cords with minimum 16 AWG
wiring and a maximum length of 25 feet. See ELECTRICAL SAFETY section in
this manual.

KEEP BYSTANDERS, CHILDREN, AND VISITORS at a safe distance from the
bench grinder while it is in operation. Distractions can cause inadvertent
misuse resulting in possible injury to the bystanders or to the operator.

ALWAYS USE THE PROVIDED WHEEL FLANGES to mount grinding wheels on the
grinder shaft to prevent wheel damage or separation. Separation can result in frag­ments flying off the wheel at high speeds possibly causing severe injuries.

USE ONLY GRINDING WHEELS AND METAL BRUSHES that are designed for the
speed of this grinder. Unsuitable grinding wheels can separate throwing frag­ments outward at high speeds possibly causing severe injuries.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE A GRINDING WHEEL OR METAL BRUSH with an
arbor hole different from the motor shaft on the grinder.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE ARBOR NUT. Excessive tightening can cause the
wheel to fracture and possibly break apart during use and throw pieces outward
at high speeds.

DO NOT USE A GRINDING WHEEL THAT VIBRATES. Visually inspect the
grinding wheels and dress them as necessary or replace them immediately. If the
vibration still exists, check the bearings on the motor shaft and repair or replace
them as soon as possible. EXCESSIVE VIBRATION can cause wheel separation.

REPLACE A CRACKED WHEEL IMMEDIATELY.

ADJUST THE EYE SHIELDS SO THEY ARE CLOSE TO THE WHEELS. Re-adjust the

shields as the wheel wears down. Flying sparks are dangerous and cause fires
and/or explosions if they come in contact with flammable materials or liquids.

MAKE SURE THE EYE SHIELDS ARE IN PLACE and properly adjusted and
secured at all times the grinder is in use.

ADJUST THE TOOL RESTS BEFORE EACH USE. The tool rests should be close
to the grinding wheels (about 1/8" separation or less). The tool rests should
always be tightened to prevent shifting in positions. They should be re-adjust­ed, as needed, as the grinding wheel wears down. If not properly adjusted, the
work piece can be inadvertently drawn into the grinding wheel causing damage
to it or possible severe injury to the operator.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS:

1. Grinder

2. Eye Shield (2)

3. Eye Shield Knob(2)

4. Left Side Eye Shield Bracket

5. Right Side Eye Shield Bracket

6. Left Side Tool Rest

7. Right Side Tool Rest with V-groove

8. Flexible Work Lights (2)

9. On/Off Switch

10. 7 Watts, 120V Lamp (2, not included)

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TURN THE ON/OFF SWITCH ON THE GRINDER TO THE “OFF” POSITION AND
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE when the

grinding operations are finished. Thoroughly clean the area surrounding the
bench grinder making it ready for the next use.

SECURE THE ELECTRICAL POWER CORD to prevent unauthorized use of the
bench grinder and/or to prevent children from accidentally turning it on.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION about the proper use of bench grinders is available
from the Power Tool Institute, 1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115­2851 (www.powertoolinstitute.com). Information is also available from the
National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201.
Additionally, you can refer to the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

01.1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U.S. Department
of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.

SYMBOLS

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please

study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will
allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION

V Volts Voltage (Potential)
A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (Cycles per Second)

W Watt Power

Kg Kilograms Weight

Alternating Current Type of Current
Direct Current Type of Current
Alternating or Direct Current Type of Current
Earthing Terminal Grounding Terminal
Class II Construction Denotes Double Insulation

min Minutes Time

s Seconds Time

! Diameter Size of Drill Bits,

Grinding Wheels, etc.

No load speed No-load Rotational Speed

.../min Revolutions per Minute Revolutions, Surface Speed,

Strokes, etc. per Minute

1,2,3, … Ring Selector Settings Speed, Torque or Position Settings

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Do not begin assembly of bench grinder if the AC power

cord is plugged into an AC power receptacle.

Do not begin assembly of bench grinder if power switch on the front of the
base is switched to the “ON” position.

INSPECTION: Carefully inspect each individual part of the bench grinder to ensure

there are no cracked, broken, or bent components needed for a safe installation.

1. Carefully choose a location for the bench grinder. If mounted on a workbench,
ensure there is adequate room all around the grinder for safe operation. The
area must be level and clear of other power tools and/or power tool cords that
could interfere with operation of the bench grinder.

2. If the bench grinder is installed on a universal tool stand (available at larger
hardware stores), ensure there is plenty of unobstructed space around the
grinder as not to interfere with safe operation on the tool.

3. The bench grinder should be installed in a place that is away from outside ele­ments and close to an approved power receptacle so that an extension cord will
not be needed. Should an extension cord be needed, refer to Page 18 in this
manual for choosing the proper length and wire gauge needed for safe opera­tion of the bench grinder.

4. Do not assemble and/or use the grinder in an area that may be contaminated
with oily rags. Keep flammable materials such as gasoline, paint thinner or sol­vents. Sparks from normal grinding operations can ignite these compounds
resulting in moderate to severe burns to the operator.

5. Carefully inspect the grinding wheels to ensure they were not damaged during
shipment. Fractured grinding wheels can shatter during grinding operations and
throw off pieces at high speeds. Failure to adhere to these cautions can cause

severe injury including blindness or even death to the operator.

INSTALLING THE TOOL RESTS

When installing the Tool Rests on the bench grinder, NOTE there is a Left Tool Rest
and a Right Tool Rest. The tool rest shelf ALWAYS points away from the motor and
the two different tool rests cannot be installed on the wrong side. See Figure 2.

1. Remove the two mounting bolts (1) and washers (2) from the inside of the
Grinding Stone Guard (4).

2. Insert the mounting bolts and washers through the slotted hole at the bottom
of the Tool Rest (3) and reattach them to the Grinding Stone Guard.

3. Position the Tool Rest no more than 1/8" away from the Grinding Stone (5).

4. Tighten the two mounting bolts securely, using the appropriate size metric
combination wrench, to prevent the Tool Rest from moving during usage of the
bench grinder.

5. As the grinding stones wear down, loosen the two mounting bolts and adjust
the tool rest inward maintaining the 1/8" gap.

6. Re-tighten the two mounting bolts securely, using the appropriate size metric
combination wrench, to prevent the Tool Rest from moving during usage of the
bench grinder.

Ensure the Tool Rest is securely tightened before turning

the bench grinder power switch to “ON!” Always replace a Tool Rest should it

become broken. Contact Alltrade Customer Service at 1-800-590-3723 (toll
free) for authorized replacement parts.

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FIGURE 2. INSTALLING THE R/H TOOL REST

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OPERATING THE ON/OFF SWITCH

The bench grinder “ON/OFF” switch is located on the front of the grinder base. To
turn the grinder “ON,” move the rocker-style switch to the right to the “ON”
position. To turn the grinder “OFF,” move the rocker-style switch to the left to the

“OFF” position.

GRINDER OPERATIONS

• Before starting any grinding operation, check the grinding wheels are properly
dressed and have no rounded edges, gouges, or grooves. Refer to the section,
“Maintenance and Cleaning” (page 15-18) for procedures on dressing the
grinding wheels.

• Ensure the tool rests are securely tightened and the eye shields are in place and
properly tightened.

• Allow the grinder to run for at least one minute to warm up the grinding
wheels. NEVER place a work piece against a “COLD” grinding wheel.

• The bench grinder is equipped with two aluminum oxide grinding wheels - one
36 grit (coarse) and one 60 grit (medium).

• Place the work piece on the tool rest and apply even pressure as contact is
made with the abrasive stones.

• If the grinder is being used to sharpen heavy tools such as axes or lawnmower
blades, start by using the coarse grinding wheel. This wheel removes a greater
amount of surface. Then repeat the procedure using the medium wheel to give
the tools a finished sharpening. NOTE: The finished edges on heavy tools such

as axes or lawnmower blades need not be ground to a fine edge like that of a
pocket knife or scissor. The edge needs to be free of nicks and uneven edges
for maximum performance. A fine edge will only become damaged easier
requiring more frequent sharpening.

• When sharpening tools, start on one end of the tool and slide its surface across
the grinding stone in a firm even speed and pressure. Reverse the direction for
the other side.

When sharpening tools on a grinder, avoid letting the

tool stay in one place until it becomes “RED HOT.” You will notice area will

change color, possibly to a bluish tint, when the tool cools. This change in color
and the exposure to high heat can alter the tempering of the metal making it
more brittle and subject to frequent surface damage.

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INSTALLING THE EYE SHIELDS

The Eye Shields prevent hot sparks and other debris from flying off the spinning
grind wheels and possibly causing injury to the eyes of the operator. The eye shields
can be mounted in different positions depending on the operator. See Figure 3.

1. Attach the clear plastic Eye
Shield (1) to the Eye Shield
Mounting Bracket (3) using the
two mounting screws (2) as
shown in Figure 2.

2. Attach the Eye Shield and
Mounting Bracket to one of the
three mounting holes in the
Grinding Stone Guard (5) using
the Adjustment Knob, Split-lock
Washer and Flat Washer (4).

3. Adjust the Eye Shield by
loosening Adjustment Knob
and positioning in a desired
position. Re-tighten the
Adjustment Knob securing the
Eye Shield to the grinder.

Ensure the Eye Shield is in the preferred location and

securely tightened before turning the bench grinder power switch to “ON!”
Always replace an Eye Shield should it become cracked, broken or scratched to
that the view through it is impaired. Contact Alltrade Customer Service at 1­800-590-3723 (toll free) for authorized replacement parts.

OPERATING THE BENCH GRINDER

Ensure the “ON/OFF” switch is in the “OFF” position
before plugging the power cord into the AC power source. Ensure there are
no tools or work pieces in contact with the grinding wheels when the grinder
is turned “ON.” Failure to observe these procedures could result in damage to

the bench grinder, tools, work pieces, or serious personal injury to the operator
or bystanders.

FIGURE 3. INSTALLING THE EYE SHIELD

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3

2

5

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4. Remove the rear bolt attaching the Tool Rest to the Grinding Wheel Guard.

5. Loosen the front bolt on the Tool Rest. Move the Tool Rest forward as far from
the Grinding Shield Guard as possible and re-tighten.

6. Wedge a small piece of wood between the Grinding Wheel Guard and the
Grinding Stone to prevent it from turning.

7. Using a wrench, loosen and remove the Arbor Nut (4) from the Motor
Spindle (8).

The Motor Spindle has left-hand threads on the left side
and right-hand threads on the right side. Left-hand threads LOOSEN by turn­ing them clockwise where as right hand threads loosen by turning them
counter-clockwise. This prevents the spindle nuts from becoming loose dur­ing grinder operations.

DO NOT attempt to “grind” work pieces made of WOOD
or MAGNESIUM. Using wood with a bench grinder could easily start a fire or
cause severe irreversible damage to the work piece. Grinding work pieces
made of magnesium or magnesium alloys can ignite causing sudden very
intense fires. Magnesium fires cannot be easily extinguished. ABSOLUTELY
DO NOT THROW WATER ON A MAGNESIUM FIRE. USE ONLY A FIRE EXTIN­GUISHER RATED FOR SUCH FIRES OR CALL FOR ASSISTANCE (9-1-1). When
water is introduced to a magnesium fire, the sudden temperature change
could cause the metal to explode sending very hot pieces throughout the
work area possibly igniting other fires.

• Use optional accessories such as wire wheels and buffing wheels to create
finishing touches to your work piece.

• WIRE WHEELS should never be used on work pieces that are polished or have
a textured surface. The wheel will deface these surfaces. Like grinding stones,
work pieces can be held too long against the wire wheels resulting in high
temperatures and possible damage to the work piece.

Consult with Alltrade Customer Service at 1-800-590-3723 (toll free) for assistance
in choosing the proper grinding wheels and accessories for your grinder.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

During normal use, the abrasive grinding wheels may become cracked, grooved,
develop rounded corners on the edges, chipped, loaded with foreign material or
worn from the original shape and will need to be replaced. Grinding wheels that are

chipped or cracked should be replaced IMMEDIATELY.

REPLACING GRINDING WHEELS

When replacing grinding wheels, make sure the replacement wheel has a speed rat­ing at or above the speed of the grinder. The speed rating is listed on the nameplate
of the grinder. Replacement grinding wheels should have a 1/2" arbor hole and a
maximum width of 3/4". See Figure 4.

1. Ensure the POWER SWITCH (1) is set to the “OFF” position and the electrical
power cord is removed from the power source before changing grinding
wheels.

2. Loosen the Adjustment Knob and lift the Eye Shields to the UP position. The
Eye Shield and Adjustment Knob are shown in Detail A, above.

3. Remove the three screws (2) and remove the outer cover of the Grinding Stone
Guard (9).

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FIGURE 4. REPLACING GRINDING WHEEL

GRINDING WHEEL

WOODEN WEDGE

TOOL REST

GRINDING WHEEL
GUARD

2

2

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9

10

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4

5

6

7

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8. Remove the Outer Arbor Flange (5) and the old grinding wheel.

9. Slide the NEW Grinding Stone onto the Motor Spindle and ensure it seats with

the Inner Arbor Flange (7). Install the Outer Arbor Flange (5) and the Arbor
Nut (4).

10.Wedge a small piece of wood between the Tool Rest and the Grinding Stone to

prevent it from turning. The Tool Rest is pictured in Detail A on page14.

11.Using a wrench, tighten the Arbor Nut (4).

12.Place the outer cover of the Grinding Stone Guard and secure it with the three

screws (2) that were removed in Step 3, above.

DRESSING THE GRINDING WHEELS

After using the grinding for a period of time, the wheel surface could become
grooved and the edges rounded. Re-surfacing the grinding wheel is called “dress­ing the wheel.” Use a suitable silicone carbide, stick-type dresser or the wheel
dresser provided with the grinder. An uneven grinding wheel can cause poor results
upon grinding items that use the entire surface of the wheel. Follow the steps below
to dress the grinding wheel.

1. Turn on the grinder.

2. Set the dresser on the tool rest and move it forward against the moving wheel
until it touches the high point.

3. Dress the grinding wheel by moving the dresser back and forth.

4. Repeat this operation until the surface of the grinding wheel is clean and free of
grooves or gouges and the wheel edges are square to the wheel surface.

5. Repeat this operation on both grinding stones.

CLEANING THE BENCH GRINDER

• The bench grinder should only be cleaned after the power cord is removed from
the power source and the Power Switch is turned to “OFF.” Clean any dust
buildup from around moving parts or near electrical connections. This dust can
possibly contain metallic shavings that could cause electricity to be conducted
from the grinder parts to a grounded object. Use a clean rag, brush, or com­pressed air source to remove excessive dust buildup.

• NEVER use flammable materials to clean the grinder.

• NO LUBRICATION is required. The grinder motor uses sealed lubrication
bearings installed at the factory.

FLEXIBLE WORK LIGHT

The Work Light features two flexible arms with a light attached to each arm.

• Turn the Power Switch to the “OFF” position and unplug the power cord from
the electrical power source.

• To replace the Work Light bulbs, wait until they have cooled enough to safely
handle, and unscrew the used bulb by turning it counterclockwise.

• Install a new bulb in the Work Light, insert it into the socket, and turn it clockwise.

To prevent the possibility of fire, do not use light bulbs

brighter than 15 watt and rated for 120V AC, 60Hz.

ACCESSORIES

Optional accessories for the bench grinder can include wire-brush wheels that can

be used for cleaning and layered cloth wheels that can be used for polishing and
buffing. Contact ALLTRADE Customer Service at 1-800-590-3723 (toll free) to find
out what accessories are available for the bench grinder.

Only use accessories that are designed to fit your partic­ular grinder. These accessories should be specifically labeled to match the
speed and arbor size of the grinder. Failure to use the proper accessories
could result in property damage, damage to the grinder, and serious person­al injury to the operator.

Always attach grounded (3-prong) extension cords to grounded (3-hole) outlets.
If the grinder must be used outside, use an extension cord labeled “W-A” or

“W.” These extension cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the chances of

electrical shock.

If you must use an extension cord, be sure that the gauge is large enough to carry
the amount of current necessary for your power tool. If not, your tool may experi-

ence a loss of power, excessive voltage drop or overheating. The smaller the gauge
number, the heavier the cord (see table below).

RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION CORDS 120 VOLT AC 60 HZ TOOLS

TOOL CURRENT RATING CONDUCTOR SIZE IN A.W.G

AMPERE 10FT. 25FT. 50FT. 100FT.

3-6 18 18 18 18
6-8 18 18 18 16

8-10 18 18 18 14
10-12 16 16 14 14
12-16 14 12 12 ­16-20 12 12 12 -

component thereof is modified or altered. This warranty does not apply to any
other product and/or component thereof manufactured or distributed by Alltrade,
and does not apply to products and/or components thereof designed, manufactured
and/or assembled by others, for which Alltrade makes no warranties whatsoever.

THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON
THE FACE HEREOF.

Warranty Performance

By purchasing the product, purchaser expressly acknowledges and agrees that their
sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be strictly limited to the repair
or replacement of any covered nonconforming items or parts thereof provided that
any such nonconforming item and/or part is promptly returned to Alltrade’s facility
postage pre-paid and insured (address: ALLTRADE Warranty Claims & Repair,
1431 Via Plata, Long Beach, CA 90810, Attn: Customer Service #1-800-590-3723)
within the applicable warranty period, with a written request by purchaser that
Alltrade repair and/or replace the nonconforming item and/or part. We recommend
that you keep the original product packaging in the event you need to ship the unit.
We suggest the package be insured against loss or in transit damage. When
sending your product include your name, address, phone number, dated proof
of purchase (or copy), and a statement about the nature of problem. Warranty
coverage is conditioned upon purchaser furnishing Alltrade with adequate written
proof that they are the original purchaser and of the original purchase date. Parts
returned, freight prepaid and insured, to Alltrade’s facility (see above address) will
be inspected and, at Alltrade’s option, repaired and/or replaced free of charge if
found to be defective and subject to warranty. Alltrade retains the sole discretion
to determine whether any item or part is nonconforming and, if so, whether the
item and/or part will be repaired and/or replaced. If the unit is repaired, new or
reconditioned replacement parts may be used. If Alltrade chooses to replace
the product, it may replace it with a new or reconditioned one of the same or
comparable design. The repaired or replaced unit will be warranted under the terms
of the remainder of the warranty period. Typically, a defective product that is
returned within the first 30 days after the purchase date will be replaced; for items
returned after the first 30 days and within the warranty period, covered defective
parts not subject to normal wear and tear or other exclusions will be repaired or
replaced, at Alltrade’s option. During the warranty period, Alltrade will be responsi­ble for the return shipping charges. Alltrade’s repair and/or replacement of any non­conforming item and/or part thereof shall constitute fulfillment of all
obligations to the purchaser. Alltrade shall not be responsible or liable for any
expense, including freight charges, or repairs made outside Alltrade’s facility, unless
expressly agreed to by Alltrade in writing. Under no circumstances shall Alltrade
bear any responsibility for loss of the unit, loss of time or rental, inconvenience,
commercial loss or consequential damages.

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SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage 120V 60 Hz
Rated Current 5 A
No-Load Speed 3450 RPM
Maximum Horsepower 3/4 HP
Grinding Wheel Size 8" x 3/4" x 5/8"

OTHER CONSUMER DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) TOOLS

Alltrade offers a full range of Kawasaki™ tools that make DIY jobs easy. If you would
like further information on the following products, please contact Alltrade Customer
Service Department at 1-800-590-3723.

Cordless Drills/Screwdrivers

Impact Wrenches

Sanders

Jigsaws

Circular Saws

Angle Grinders

3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Express and Exclusive Limited Warranty to Original Retail Buyer

Alltrade Tools LLC (hereinafter "Alltrade") expressly warrants to the original retail
purchaser of the accompanying KAWASAKI™ power tool and no one else all parts
of the product (except those parts referred to below which are specifically exclud­ed from such warranty (see Exclusions)) to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of three years from original date of purchase, except that
such warranty with regard to the battery shall be for a period of two years from
original date of purchase, unless the tool is used for commercial or rental
purposes.

SPECIAL WARRANTY NOTE FOR COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE: The above
warranty for this Kawasaki™ power tool, including the battery, shall be effective for
only 90 days from the original date of purchase if this tool is used for any

COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL PURPOSE.

The date of purchase shall be the date of shipment to the original purchaser, or the
date the original purchaser took possession, custody or control of the product,
whichever occurred first. This warranty shall be null and void if the product or any

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Reciprocating Saws

Routers

Rotary Tools

Corded and Cordless Multi-Purpose Tools

Wide Range of Accessories and more

PURPOSE. NO WARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, OTHER THAN THE ABOVE
WARRANTY IS MADE WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL EXPRESS AND/OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, GUARANTIES AND/OR REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE
AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S) REGARDING THE DESIGN, MANUFACTURE,
PURCHASE, USE AND/OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT
THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY,
GUARANTY AND/OR REPRESENTATION, WRITTEN OR ORAL, ARISES BY
OPERATION OF LAW AND/OR EQUITY AND/OR BY ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF
ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S), OR THE PURCHASER, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE
WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY
EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES.
PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH
WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS, CLAIMS AND/OR CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING
THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON. PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE.

Limitation Of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S) BE LIABLE FOR
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL AND/OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, ANY BREACH
OF ANY PROVISION OF ANY AGREEMENT BETWEEN ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS
REPRESENTATIVE(S) AND PURCHASER, ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER,
AND/OR THE EXISTENCE, DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, PURCHASE, USE AND/OR
OPERATION OF ANY ITEM(S) SOLD HEREUNDER EVEN IF ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS
REPRESENTATIVE(S) HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH
DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT, WHETHER AS A RESULT OF A BREACH OF CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, SHALL
ALLTRADE’S AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S)’ LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE OF
THE PRODUCT. ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF
THIS PRODUCT SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY
PERIODS SPECIFIED ABOVE.

Limitations on Warranty Disclaimers

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts
and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the incidental or
consequential damages, so part or all of the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.

If your product is not covered by this warranty, please call our Customer Service
Department toll free at 1-800-590-3723 for general repair information and charges.

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Exclusions

This warranty does not cover parts damaged due to normal wear, abnormal
conditions, misapplication, misuse, abuse, accidents, operation at other than
recommended pressures or temperatures, improper storage or freight damage.
Parts damaged or worn by operation in dusty environments are not warranted.
Failure to follow recommended operating and maintenance procedures also
voids warranty.

This limited warranty does not apply to accessory items such as drill bits,
screwdriving bits, circular saw blades, jigsaw blades, grinding wheels, sanding
sheets and other related items.

DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM TAMPERING, ACCIDENT, ABUSE,
NEGLIGENCE, FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS, UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS
OR ALTERATIONS, DAMAGE WHILE IN TRANSIT TO OUR SERVICE FACILITY,
USE OF UNAPPROVED OR IMPROPER ATTACHMENTS OR ACCESSORIES,
COMMERCIAL AND RENTAL APPLICATIONS OR OTHER CAUSES UNRELATED TO
PROBLEMS WITH MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS
WARRANTY.

Alltrade will not be liable for the following: labor charges, loss or damage resulting
from improper operation, maintenance or repairs made by other persons;
pre-delivery services such as assembly, oil or lubricants, and adjustment;
maintenance services that are normally required to maintain the product.

The use of other than genuine Alltrade Repair Parts will void warranty.

Warranty Disclaimers

EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES,
GUARANTIES AND/OR REPRESENTATIONS. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY
PROVIDED ABOVE, ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, GUARANTIES AND/OR
REPRESENTATIONS BY ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S) REGARDING
THE DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, PURCHASE, USE AND/OR OPERATION OF THE
PRODUCT OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF SOLD HEREUNDER, REGARDLESS OF
WHETHER ANY SUCH WARRANTY, GUARANTY AND/OR REPRESENTATION,
WRITTEN OR ORAL, ARISES BY OPERATION OF LAW AND/OR EQUITY AND/OR BY
ANY ACT OR OMISSION OF ALLTRADE AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S), OR THE
BUYER, ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY ALLTRADE
AND/OR ITS REPRESENTATIVES. PURCHASER KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY
WAIVES ANY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES AND RIGHTS, CLAIMS AND/OR
CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING THEREFROM OR BASED THEREON. PURCHASER’S
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS AS STATED ABOVE.

EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR

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