Northern Industrial Tools 150611 User Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram.
Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Failure to follow all instructions listed in the following

pages may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on page 12
are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the
number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.

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Electrical
Require m ents

12 0 V / 60 H z / 8.5 AMP s.
Power Plu g Typ e : 2 P rong, Polarize d .
Power Sw itch T ype: R o c ker w /F o rw a rd &

Reve rse.
Drive Siz e 3/ 4".
Im p a c ts P er M inu te 17 0 0 BP M .
Ft./Lbs. Torque 40 0 F t./L b s .
Constru c tion Poly-P lastic , H igh C a rbo n S te e l.

Cast A lum in u m , R ub b e r.
Unit W e ight 12 .76 P o u n d s .

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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.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch is off before plugging
in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch, or plugging in
power tools with the Power Switch on, invites accidents.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles

underneath a full face shield, a dust mask or respirator, and hearing
protection.

TOOL USE AND CARE

1. Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to
a stable platform. Holding the work by hand is unstable and may lead to loss of

control. Only work on a workpiece that is properly secured.

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 flammables.

1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas
invite accidents.

WORK AREA

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2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

6. Maintain tools with care. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do
not use” until repaired.

7. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,

cracking or breakage of the Cut-Off Wheel, and any other condition that
may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before
using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

8. 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

1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow

instructions in the

“Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning”

section of this

manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions

may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

1. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and

grounded in accordance 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 as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away
from the user.

2. 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.

3. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.

4. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

5. Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the tools

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.

6. 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.

GROUNDING

WARNING!

Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric

shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the

outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with

the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the

tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by

a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper

outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

DOUBLE INSULATED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH TWO PRONG PLUGS

1. Tools marked “Double Insulated” do not require grounding. They have a special
double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with

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