Merlin 10005, Merlin 10018, Merlin 10050, Proxxon LW/E 28544, Proxxon LW/E 38544 Operating Instructions Manual

OPERATING

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/Proxxon

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Protected by worldwide patents. Made in the U.S.A and Germany.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Variable Speed 110-115 Volt

Voltage 110V-115 V- 60Hz

Weight 1.54 lb/700 grams

• Variable Speed 220-240 Volt

Voltage 220V-240V~ 50hz

Weight 1.54 lb/700grams

All Models:

Noise level may exceed 85 dB (A) during operation.

Vibration at handle < 2.5 m/s2

Class II Equipment Double Insulation

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includes Proxxon

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long neck angle grinders in various models for

different applications. The power unit is available in both 110V/115V and 220V/240V.

The following chart easily identifi es your Proxxon

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(USA ONLY) OR

of Merlin

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/Proxxon

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(“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that the Proxxon

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miniature woodcarv-

the date of purchase. Seller’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this limited

warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law,

shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material

or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by

take the following action:

1. DO NOT return your product to the place of purchase.

2. Securely package the product by itself and return the product only,

freight prepaid, along with:

3. A copy of your dated proof of purchase (please keep a copy for yourself).

4. A written statement about the nature of the problem.

5 Your name, address and phone number to:

King Arthur’s Tools, 3645 Hartsfi eld Road, Tallahassee, FL 32303

We recommend that the package be insured against loss or in transit damage for which

we cannot be responsible. Damage to the product resulting from tampering, accident,

abuse, negligence, unauthorized repairs or alterations, unapproved attachments or other

causes unrelated to problems with material or workmanship are not covered by this war-

of Merlin

of any kind whatever, express or implied, and all implied warranties of merchantability and

fi tness for a particular purpose which exceed the above mentioned obligation are hereby

disclaimed by King Arthur’s Tools and excluded from this limited warranty. Some states

warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event shall Seller be

applies only to the Proxxon long neck angle grinder and the accessories included in the

of America, Canada and the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. For warranty coverage within

other countries contact your local Merlin distributor. Repairs made necessary by normal

wear or abuse, or repair for product outside the warranty period, if they can be made, will

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Instructions

Merlin

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, a real “Wizard Of A Tool”.

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joins our realm of innovative tools with “The World’s Smallest Chain Saw”.

The Universal Carving Set pairs the Proxxon

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accessories. The Hoof Trimming Set pairs the grinder with three (3) accessories.

for mounting and disassembly. Additional accessories available from King Arthur’s

Tools® fi t all models and allow Merlin to be used for a wide variety of applications

by simply changing the accessories.

The Merlin/Proxxon

®

long neck angle grinder is ideal for miniature woodcarving, hoof

trimming, taxidermy, model making, tool making, mold making and minor vehicle repairs.

accessories can be used on wood, hooves, fi berglass, foam, bone, antlers, steel, non-

ferrous metals, glass and ceramics.

operating instructions.

– SAFETY GUARD –

The angle grinder comes fi tted with a miniature chainsaw blade and is ready for use.

The position of the safety guard has been rotated to the correct position.

ACCESSORY AND ALWAYS OPERATE THEM WITH THE GUARD IN THE 23

o

TO 45

o

POSITION.

The risk of kickback or binding, however small, is greatly increased with no

safety guard. The guard also protects operator from broken grinding wheel fragments.

IF YOU REMOVE THE SAFETY GUARD, DON’T USE THESE ACCESSORIES.

We caution you not to force the accessories into the work piece.

bearing failure in the head of the grinder.

The chain blades and carbide discs can be

A light motion works best.

– WARNI N G –

If the unit overheats, switch it off and

blow out the motor to prevent clogging which could contribute to overheating.

internal gear in the lock down switch of the aluminum gear head.

touch to secure the accessory – not brute force! In the event of failure, contact King

Arthur’s Tools. Look after your tool and your tool will look after you!

28544 – 10 Spring washer

28544 – 11 Ball bearing

28544 – 14 Ball bearing

28544 – 15 Nut

28544 – 18 Motor fastening

screws

28544 – 19 Protective Strip

28544 – 20 Locking button

28544 – 21 Fan

28544 – 24 Control knob

28544 – 34 Gear pair

28544 – 35 Shaft (short)

28544 – 36 Shaft (long)

28544 – 37 Gear head with

locking button

28544 – 38 Motor housing incl.

protective strip

28544 – 39 Hexagon nut

28544 – 40 Housing screw

38544 – 41 Label

Variable Speed Overview

2. Variable Speed control

4. Unit handle

6. Protective safety guard

Variable Speed, switch

3 - (

2. For Variable Speed (FIG 1) use

switch

to set the speed control

to a speed appropriate for the

work to be performed.

(Refer Speed Chart on Page 5)

accessories. Never press the

(FIG 3)

2. Turn the fastening screw 4

using an Allen key 5 until the

locking button engages.

remove the centering disc 3

and the accessory 2 (e.g.

grinding disc).

4. Fit the new

accessory

and ensure it

is properly

seated in the

centering disc

shoulder 3.

button 1 and

secure, but

do not over-

tighten the

fastening screw 4.

Adjusting Protective

and turn protective guard to

the correct position.

2. Retighten the fastening screw.

Ensure the accessory is

properly

seated in

the cen-

tering disc

shoulder 3

(FIG 3).

the best results when roughening,

apply the grinding disc to the grinding

surface at an angle of between 30°

and 40° and move evenly back and

forth over the workpiece. Do not

saw accessories.

After Use

all wood shavings, grinding dust, hoof

from obstruction so....

overheating or electrical failures.

symbols may be used on your tool.

these symbols will allow you to

operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol

V

Volts

Voltage (potential)

A

Amperes

Current

W

Watt

Weight

Time

s

Seconds

Time

Ø

Size of drill bits,

grinding wheels, etc.

0

at no load

surface speed, orbits

etc. per minute

Selector

Settings

Speed, torque, or

Variable

Selector

Speed is increasing

from narrow end

Arrow

Action in the

direction of arrow

Alternating

Current

Type or a

characteristic

of current

Class II

Construction

Construction tools

8 - MERLIN

Assembling and

grinder when you want to remount it.

to unscrew any

down the locking button.

2) The small fastening screw

with the

Allen key head fi ts through a (top) black

spacer

shoulder. The 10mm discs with the saw

facing the right direction with the raker

on the left. Another check is to make

sure that the number 25 stamped on

tang of the chain is face down.

4) The bottom saw chain disc

sits on

with

the Allen key

using the lock down

switch

to hold the chain/discs during

tightening, making sure the discs are

A quick on/off

test will allow you to check this visually.

to motor direction,

ASSEMBLY OF

The two discs secure the saw chain

Accessories Available and

Accessory

Speed

Silicon Carbide

Grinding Disc

Aluminum Oxide

Coarse Red

Carbide Abrasive Disc

7,000 –

Carbide Abrasive Disc

7,000 –

Carbide Abrasive Disc

7,000 –

Coarse Green

“V” Edge Carbide Disc

7,000 –

4 Tooth Carbide

for Hooftrimming

20004

9,000 –

8 Tooth Standard

20008

9,000 –

4 Tooth Carbide Chain

Assembly (with discs)

21004

9,000 –

8 Tooth Standard Chain

Assembly (with discs)

21008

7,000 –

4 Tooth Carbide

for Wood Working

2004MW

9,000 –

4 Tooth Carbide Chain

Assembly (with discs)

for Wood Working

2104MW

9,000 –

Always disconnect the power cord

from the power source before making

You may unexpectedly

serious personal injury.

Accessories must be rated for at

tool warning label.

Wheels and other

The proximity of the

while grinding. Do not use a wheel

that may be damaged.

will fl y away at great velocity possibly

striking you or bystanders.

If a chain

tooth becomes jagged, simply

sharpen it with a few strokes of

the diamond fi le to bring the edge

We highly recommend not to hold

whenever practical.

you to use both hands to control the

tool.

for suffi cient space between your

whenever practical. Never hold a

small workpiece in one hand and the

tool in the other hand while in use.

Allow for suffi cient space between

your hand and the spinning grinder.

while being cut, and may cause the

grinder to “bite” or jump toward you.

to use both hands to control the tool.

work so it will not slip, pinch the

there are no nails or foreign objects in

the workpiece. These alien materials

The accessory’s cutting edge may grab

the cutting object causing loss of control

of the cutter and possible injury to the

Avoid bouncing and snagging the

This can

turn the tool off by the switch. Wait

for the spinning accessory to stop

free the jammed material.

Only when

the accessory on the grinder comes to

on materials which contain asbestos.

Any

This product is not intended

for use as a dental drill or in medical

Tooth

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Warning! Read and understand

Failure to follow all

Work Area

Cluttered benches and dark areas

explosive atmospheres, such as in

the presence of fl ammable liquids,

sparks which may ignite the dust

or fumes.

visitors away while operating a

Distractions can cause

you to lose control.

with a polarized plug (one blade is

wider than the other).

This plug will

fi t in a polarized outlet only one way. If

the plug does not fi t fully in the outlet,

eliminates the need for the three

wire grounded power cord and

Avoid body contact with grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators,

There is

your body is grounded.

Water entering

the cord to carry the tools or pull

the plug from an outlet. Keep cord

When operating a power tool

These

Stay alert, watch what you are

when operating a power tool. Do

the infl uence of drugs, alcohol, or

A moment of inattention

while operating power tools may result

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure

switch is off before plugging in.

switch or plugging in tools that have

the switch on invites accidents.

A wrench

or a key that is left attached to a

footing and balance at all times.

situations.

wearing safety goggles or full-face

visor and dust mask.

Additionally,

safety devices and working in safe

the tool only in ventilated area.

Tool Use and Care

ways to secure and support the

workpiece or hoof to a stable

or against your body is unstable and

safety measures reduce the risk of

starting the tool accidentally.

Store idle tools out of reach of

Tools are dangerous in

the hands of untrained users.

for your model.

Accessories that may

Tool service must be performed

warranty.

When servicing a tool, use only

section of this manual.

when placing the tool down or

when picking the tool up.

You may

After changing any accessory or

sure the Allen key or any screws

tightened.

tightened.

will make exposed metal parts of the

tool “live” and shock the operator. If