King Industrial KC-895LS User Manual

09/2016

8” LOW SPEED BENCH GRINDER

WITH LAMP

MODEL: KC-895LS

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COPYRIGHT © 2016 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

2-YEAR

LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR THIS 8” BENCH GRINDER

OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

KING CANADA TOOLS

FOR COMMERCIAL USE.

PROOF OF PURCHASE

Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for this product are available at our authorized King Canada service centers across Canada.

LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY

King Canada makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. King Canada warrants to the
original retail consumer a 2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free from
defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, normal wear and tear, negligence or
accidents, repairs done by an unauthorized service center, alterations and lack of maintenance. King Canada shall in no event be liable
for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.

To take advantage of this limited warranty, return the product at your expense together with your dated proof of purshase to an authorized
King Canada service center. Contact your retailer or visit our web site at www.kingcanada.com for an updated listing of our authorized
service centers. In cooperation with our authorized serviced center, King Canada will either repair or replace the product if any part or
parts covered under this warranty which examination proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period.

NOTE TO USER

This instruction manual is meant to serve as a guide only. Specifications and references are subject to change without prior notice.

PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS

Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.

KING CANADA INC. DORVAL, QUÉBEC, CANADA H9P 2Y4

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR POWER TOOLS

1. KNOW YOUR TOOL

Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to
the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its spe­cific potential hazards.

2. GROUND THE TOOL.

This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a
3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type re­ceptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.

NEVER connect the green wire to a live terminal.

3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.

Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.

4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.

Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.

5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.

Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the
floor is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust build­up.

6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.

Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate surround­ing work space.

7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.

All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.

13. DON’T OVERREACH.

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.

Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.

Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.

16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.

Make sure the switch is ‘’OFF’’ before plugging in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of im­proper accessories may cause hazards.

18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.

Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store ma­terials such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach
them.

19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.

Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate pro- perly and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other
parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.

8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.

-with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.

9. USE PROPER SPEED.

A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the
proper speed.

10. USE RIGHT TOOL.

Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it

was not designed.

11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.

Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.

12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.

Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eyeglasses
only have impact resistant lenses, thet are NOT safety glasses.
Also use a face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED.

Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes
to a complete stop.

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR YOUR BENCH GRINDER

1. EYE PROTECTION.

Grinding ejects small particles at a high rate of speed. ALWAYS
wear safety glasses when using this machine.

2. MOUNTING TO BENCH/STAND.

An unsecured grinder may become dangerously out of control dur­ing operation. Make sure grinder is FIRMLY secured to a
bench/stand before use.

3. WHEEL SPEED RATING.

Grinding wheels operated at a faster speed than rated may break
or fly apart. Before mounting a new wheel, be sure the wheel RPM
rating is equal or higher than the speed of the grinder.

4. WHEEL FLANGES.

Only use the flanges included with the grinder when mounting
wheels. Other flanges may not properly secure the wheel and
cause an accident.

5. RING TEST.

Perform a "ring test" or “resonate test” on grinding wheels before
installation to ensure that they are safe to use. Tap the grinding
wheel and listen for a “ringing tone”, if you hear a thud and no ring­ing tone the grinding wheel is not safe to use. A wheel that does
not pass the ring test may break or fly apart during operation.

6. STARTING GRINDER.

If a wheel is damaged, it will usually fly apart shortly after start-up.
To protect yourself, always stand to the side of the grinder when
turning it ON and allow it to run a full minute before standing in
front of it.

7. LUNG PROTECTION.

Grinding produces hazardous dust, which may cause longterm
respiratory problems. Always wear a NIOSH –approved dust mask
or respirator when grinding.

8. SIDE GRINDING.

Do not grind on the side of the wheel. The wheels provided are
not designed for side grinding. Grinding on the side greatly
stresses the wheel and may cause it to shatter.

11. TOOL REST POSITION.

If the tool rest is too far away from the wheel, the workpiece may
be pulled down, causing loss of control and pulling your hand into
the grinding wheel. Keep the tool rest within 1⁄8” from the grinding
wheel when operating.

12. CRACKED WHEEL.

Cracked wheels may break and fly apart during operation. Re­place cracked wheels immediately!

13. WEAR THE PROPER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.

Particles flying off of a grinding wheel will be traveling very fast,
prepare yourself for this. Wear safety glasses/face shield, a dust
mask, earplugs, a leather apron, and heavy leather boots.

14. GUARDS.

Make sure all guards are in place.

15. SPARKS.

Remember that grinding often produces sparks. Do not allow
anyone to stand in the path of the sparks. DO NOT grind near
flammable materials.

16. MAINTENANCE.

Maintain proper care of your wheels.

17. SUPPORT WORKPIECE.

Grasp the workpiece firmly and properly support it on the tool
rest during grinding. Maintain even pressure and control of the
workpiece when grinding.

18. CONCENTRATE.

Concentrate on the task at hand. STOP grinding if you are dis­tracted.

19. GRINDING.

Do not grind workpieces that are heavier than the wheel itself.
This stresses the wheel. In these cases use a handheld grinder
instead.

9. TOP GRINDING.

Grinding on the top of grinding wheels greatly increases the risk
of workpiece kickback. Always grind on the downward part of the
wheel.

10. HAND/WHEEL CONTACT.

Grinding wheels can remove a lot of skin fast. Keep a firm grip
on the workpiece and position your hands a safe distance away
when grinding. DO NOT wear gloves as they may get caught in
the grinding wheel and cause even more serious injuries.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

WARNING!

ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SE­RIOUS INJURY! ALL ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS MUST BE DONE WITH THE MACHINE DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER
SOURCE. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY!

POWER SUPPLY

WARNING: YOUR BENCH GRINDER MUST BE CONNECTED TO A 110V-

120V, 15-AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER. FAILURE TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY
CAN RESULT IN INJURY FROM SHOCK OR FIRE.

GROUNDING

This Bench Grinder must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current, to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This Bench Grinder is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Your Bench Grinder must be properly grounded. Not all outlets are properly
grounded. If you are not sure if your outlet is properly grounded, have it
checked by a qualified electrician.

WARNING: TO MAINTAIN PROPER GROUNDING OF YOUR BENCH
GRINDER, DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE GROUNDING PRONG IN
ANY MANNER.

WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, THIS BENCH GRINDER
CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PARTICULARLY WHEN USED IN
DAMP LOCATIONS. TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE, IF THE POWER CORD
IS WORN OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY, HAVE IT REPLACED IMMEDI­ATELY.

110V-120V OPERATION

PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET

CURRENT CARRYING PRONGS

GROUNDING PRONG

FIGURE 1

Tool’s

Amperage

Rating

3-6
6-8

8-10
10-12
12-16

Cord Size in A.W.G.

Cord Length in Feet

25 50 100 150

18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
18 16 14 12
14 12 - -

FIGURE 2

As received from the factory, your Bench Grinder is ready to run for 110V­120V operation. This Bench Grinder is intended for use on a circuit that has
an outlet and a plug which looks like the one illustrated in Fig.1.

WARNING: DO NOT USE A TWO-PRONG ADAPTOR FOR THEY ARE NOT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES. NEVER USE
IN CANADA.

EXTENSION CORDS

The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. Use the chart
in Fig.2 to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G-American Wire Gauge)
extension cord. Use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong ground­ing type plugs and 3-hole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug.

For circuits that are further away from the electrical circuit box, the wire size
must be increased proportionately in order to deliver ample voltage to the
Bench Grinder motor. Refer to Fig.2 for wire length and size.

SAFETY SWITCH

This machine is supplied with a safety switch (A) Fig.3 equipped with a re­movable safety key (B). To turn the machine ON make sure the yellow safety
key is inserted and pull the switch up, to the ON position. To turn the machine
OFF push the switch to the OFF position. To prevent unauthorized use of
your machine remove the safety key and store it in a secure location.

FIGURE 3

GETTING TO KNOW

YOUR 8” BENCH GRINDER

Getting to know your 8” Low Speed
Bench Grinder

1) Adjustable eye shield (clear)

2) Grinding wheel guard

3) Work lamp (Max. 40 W bulb)

4) Adjustable eye shield (magnifying)

5) 8” Grinding wheel (60 grit)

6) Grinding wheel guard

7) Tool rest

Specifications

MODEL KC-895LS

Wheel size 8” x 1”
Arbor size 5/8”
Motor 1/2 HP, 3 Amp.
RPM 1,750
Voltage 120V, 1 phase, 60 Hz
Assembled dimensions (LxWxH) / weight 14-1/8” x 11-1/2” x 17” / 35 lbs
Packaging dimensions (LxWxH) / weight 21-1/8” x 12-3/4” x 10-7/8”/ 38 lbs

8) Tool rest bracket and lock knob (right)

9) Switch with safety key

10) Base with rubber feet

11) Tool rest bracket and lock knob (left)

12) Notched tool rest

13) 8” Grinding wheel (120 grit)

14) Diamond wheel dressing tool

ASSEMBLY

Installing spark guards to wheel guards

1. Install the spark guard (A) Fig.4 to the front surface of the wheel guard (B)
using a pan head screw, spring washer and washer (C). Repeat for the other
side.

2. Adjust both spark guards (A) Fig.4 until they are 1/16” away from the grinding
wheel (D). Firmly tighten the pan head screws. As the grinding wheels are
worn down, re-adjust the spark guards to maintain the 1/16” distance from
the wheel.

Installing eye shields to wheel guards

1. Attach the eye shield (A) Fig.5 to the eye shield rod (B) using a carriage bolt
and hex. nut (C). Repeat for the other side.

2. Attach the curved end of the eye shield rod (B) Fig.5 to the grinding wheel
guard (D) using a hex. bolt (E), washer, clamp bracket (F). Screw the hex bolt
(E) into the threaded hole on the inside of the grinding wheel guard (D).

3. Secure the eye shield in place by tightening the hex. bolt (E) Fig.5 and car­riage bolt and hex. nut (C).

Installing tool rests to wheel guards

The bench grinder comes with two adjustable tool rests which can be tilted de-

pending on the angle of grinding required. The left tool rest has a groove to
allow for sharpening drill bits, and the right tool rest is completely flat.

1. Install the right side tool rest support (A) Fig.6 to the grinding wheel guard (B)
using a carriage bolt, washer, spring washer and lock knob (C).

2. The lower slot on the tool rest support (A) Fig.6 fits around the small post (D)
that sticks out from the grinding wheel guard (B). The upper slot is used to
position the carriage bolt, washer, spring washer and lock knob.

FIGURE 4

FIGURE 5

3. Install the tool rest (A) Fig.7 to the tool rest support (B) with a washer and
lock knob (C) as shown.

4. Adjust the tool rest (A) Fig.7 to ensure the inner edge is 1/16” away from the
grinding wheel.

5. Repeat for the opposite left side tool rest.

FIGURE 6

FIGURE 7

ASSEMBLY &OPERATION

Mounting the bench grinder

This bench grinder comes with 2 mounting holes in its base. For safety reasons it is highly recommended to secure the bench grinder onto a solid
work surface, or stand. (Mounting hardware and stand not included.)

Operating the bench grinder

The bench grinder is designed for hand held grinding, sharpening, and cleaning operations. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION! Hot sparks
are produced during grinding operations.

1. Make sure the switch is in the "OFF" position.

2. Make sure the spark guards and tool rests are set 1/16” from the grinding wheels. Before starting the grinder, turn the grinding wheel by hand
one full turn to make certain the wheels to do not come into contact with the spark guards or tools rests.

3. Stand to the side of the bench grinder and plug in the power cord into the correct power source.

4. Remain to the side of the bench grinder and lift the switch to the "ON" position.

5. Allow the grinding wheels to come up to a steady speed for at least one minute.

6. Adjust the eye shields as needed and place the workpiece on the appropriate tool rest for the desired operation.

7. Slowly move the workpiece towards the grinding wheel until it lightly touches. Move the workpiece back and forth across the front surface of the
grinding wheel removing the amount of material desired. NEVER GRIND ON THE SIDES OF THE GRINDING WHEELS.

8. When finished grinding turn off the machine by lowering the switch to the "OFF" position. CAUTION: It will take a few minutes for the grinding
wheels to come to a complete stop.

Both wire wheels and buffing wheels can be used with this bench grinder. These
wheels may vary in thickness, and you may need to add spacers to ensure the
arbor hex. nut (A) Fig.8 tightens properly. The correct placement of the spacer(s)
(B) is shown in Fig.8.

NOTE: The spacer(s) (B) should always go onto the arbor shaft first. Always use
the inner and outer flanges (C) that come with this bench grinder, even when using
wire or buffing wheels (D).

NOTE: Make sure all wire wheels and buffing wheels installed on this bench
grinder are rated above the maximum RPM rating of 1,750 RPM.

Using the diamond wheel dressing tool

The diamond wheel dressing tool is used to remove imperfections and built up
materials from the grinding wheel, and to square the edges of the wheel.

NOTE: The diamond wheel dressing tool DOES NOT work on wire wheels or buff-
ing wheels.

1. Ensure the tool rest (A) Fig.9 is positioned horizontally, with a 1/16” distance

from the grinding wheel.

2. Remain to the side of the bench grinder and turn it “ON”. Allow the grinding

wheel to come up to a steady speed for at least one minute.

3. Firmly grip the diamond wheel dressing tool (B) Fig.9 and lay it flat on the tool

rest. Slowly move the diamond wheel dressing tool forward, until it begins to
touch the grinding wheel (C).

4. Once the head of the diamond wheel dressing tool begins to touch the grinding

wheel, move the head slowly from side to side (while keeping it flat on the tool
rest). Continue until the grinding wheel edges are square, and the surface has
been cleaned.

5. Turn the grinder “OFF” and allow the grinding wheel to come to a complete

stop.

NOTE: Wait a minimum of 10 minutes before using the grinding wheel after it has been dressed. Inspect the grinding wheel for imperfections that
may require further wheel dressing, and for damage to the grinding wheel. If there are cracks or chips missing, REPLACE THE GRINDING

WHEEL IMMEDIATELY.

FIGURE 8

FIGURE 9

6. Dressing the grinding wheel can cause the diameter to shrink. Re-adjust tool rests and spark guards to maintain a 1/16” distance from the

wheel.

MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING

Changing grinding wheels

WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn the switch off,

and unplug the machine from the power source before changing grinding wheels.

NOTE: Inspect new grinding wheels for cracks or other visible signs of damage.
Discard the grinding wheel immediately if any damage is found.

1. Remove the corresponding grinding wheel cover (A) Fig.10 by removing the
long screws (B). Removing the tool rest (C) will be necessary, reposition the
spark shield away from the grinding wheel.

2. Use a piece of wood to wedge the grinding wheel (A) Fig.11 against the grinding
wheel guard (B) to prevent the shaft (C) from rotating. Remove the arbor hex.
nut (D) using a 24 mm wrench.

NOTE: The arbor hex. nut (D) Fig.11 on the left side of the bench grinder is left
hand threaded (rotate clockwise to loosen). The arbor hex. nut on the right side
of the bench grinder is right hand threaded (rotate counterclockwise to loosen).

3. Remove the outer flange (E) and slide off the old grinding wheel (A).

4. Make sure the inner flange is in position, then install the new grinding wheel.
Secure it with the outer flange (E) and arbor hex. nut (D).

NOTE: Do not overtighten to avoid cracking the new grinding wheel. NEVER in­stall a grinding wheel on the arbor without paper or fiber discs between the grind­ing wheel and flanges. Not using the discs can put stress on the grinding wheel,
causing it to crack and possibly fall apart.

5. Reinstall the grinding wheel cover (A) Fig.10, and reposition the tool rest and
spark shield assemblies.

Problem

Motor will not start.

Motor overheats.

1. Low voltage.

2. Open circuit in motor or loose connections.

1. Motor overloaded.

Probable cause

FIGURE 10

FIGURE 11

Probable solution

1. Check power line for proper voltage.

2. Inspect all lead connections on motor for
loose or open connections.

1. Reduce load on motor.

Wavy condition on surface

of workpiece.

Lines on surface of workpiece.

Burning spots or cracks in

the workpiece.

1. Machine vibrating.

2. Workpiece not being held firmly.

3. Wheel face uneven.

4. Wheel is too hard.

1. Impurity on wheel surface.

2. Workpiece not being held tightly.

1. Improper type of grinding wheel.

2. Improper feed rate.

1. Make sure machine is securely mounted on a
solid surface.

2. Use a holding device to firmly retain the
workpiece.

3. Dress the grinding wheel.

4. Use softer wheel, or reduce the feed rate.

1. Dress the grinding wheel.

2. Use a holding device to firmly retain the
workpiece.

1. Try a wheel which is softer style or a coarser
grit.

2. Slow down the rate of movement of the

workpiece into wheel.