EAG2023RG
ANGLE GRINDER
OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
1. Grinding wheel
2. Tool-less wheel guard
3. Overmold handle
4. Handle lock button
5. On/off switch
6. Safety lock
7. Disc fl ange
DESCRIPTION
8. Clamp nut
9. Spindle shaft
10. Wrench
11. Spindle lock button
12. Wheel guard lock lever
13. Live tool indicator
14. Auxiliary handle
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Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before
operating this machine.
Subject to technical modifications.
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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
1. WORK AREA
a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b. 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.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodifi ed plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f. If operating power tools in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
3. PERSONAL SAFETY
a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b. Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your fi nger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that can not be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
d. Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power tools are
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dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tools operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc., in accordance with these instructions and
in the manner intended for the particular type
of power tool, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
5. SERVICE
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
SPECIAL SAFETY RULES
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons. Adequate supervision by a
responsible person must be provided to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
Keep children and visitors away. Visitors should
wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from
work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension
cord.
Complies with AS/NZS 60745.
Recommended for the use of a residual current device
with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL OPERATIONS
SAFETY WARNINGS COMMON FOR GRINDING AND
ABRASIVE CUTTING:
This power tool is intended to function as a grinder
or abrasive cutter tool. Read all safety warnings,
instructions, illustrations and specifications
provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
Operations for which the power tool was not
designed may create a hazard and cause personal
injury.
Do not use accessories which are not specifically
designed and recommended by the tool
manufacturer. Just because the accessory can be
attached to your power tool, it does not assure safe
operation.
The rated speed of the accessory must be at least
equal to the maximum speed marked on the power
tool. Accessories running faster than their rated speed
can break and fly apart.
The outside diameter and the thickness of your
accessory must be within the capacity rating of
your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot
be adequately guarded or controlled.
The arbour size of wheels, flanges, backing pads
or any other accessory must properly fit the
spindle of the power tool. Accessories with arbour
holes that do not match the mounting hardware of the
power tool will run out of balance, vibrate excessively
and may cause loss of control.
Do not use a damaged accessory. Before each use
inspect the accessory such as abrasive wheels for
chips and cracks, backing pad for cracks, tear or
excess wear, wire brush for loose or cracked wires.
If power tool or accessory is dropped, inspect for
damage or install an undamaged accessory. After
inspecting and installing an accessory, position
yourself and bystanders away from the plane of
the rotating accessory and run the power tool at
maximum no-load speed for one minute. Damaged
accessories will normally break apart during this test
time.
Wear personal protective equipment. Depending
on application, use face shield, safety goggles
or safety glasses. As appropriate, wear dust
mask, hearing protectors, gloves and workshop
apron capable of stopping small abrasive or
workpiece fragments. The eye protection must
be capable of stopping flying debris generated by
various operations. The dust mask or respirator must
be capable of filtrating particles generated by your
operation. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise
may cause hearing loss.
Keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area. Anyone entering the work area must wear
personal protective equipment. Fragments of
workpiece or of a broken accessory may fly away and
cause injury beyond immediate area of operation.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
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only, when performing an operation where the
cutting accessory may contact hidden wiring or its
own cord. Cutting accessory contacting a “live” wire
may make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live”
and shock the operator.
Position the cord clear of the spinning accessory.
If you lose control, the cord may be cut or snagged
and your hand or arm may be pulled into the spinning
accessory.
Never lay the power tool down until the accessory
has come to a complete stop. The spinning
accessory may grab the surface and pull the power
tool out of your control.
Do not run the power tool while carrying it at your
side. Accidental contact with the spinning accessory
could snag your clothing, pulling the accessory into
your body.
Regularly clean the power tool’s air vents. The
motor’s fan will draw the dust inside the housing
and excessive accumulation of powdered metal may
cause electrical hazards.
Do not operate the power tool near flammable
materials. Sparks could ignite these materials.
Do not use accessories that require liquid
coolants. Using water or other liquid coolants may
result in electrocution or shock.
NOTE: The above warning does not apply for power
tools specifically designed for use with a liquid system.
FURTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL OPERATIONS
Kickback and related warnings
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged
rotating wheel, backing pad, brush or any other accessory.
Pinching or snagging causes rapid stalling of the rotating
accessory which in turn causes the uncontrolled power tool
to be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory’s
rotation at the point of the binding.
For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched
by the workpiece, the edge of the wheel that is entering
into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material
causing the wheel to climb out or kick out. The wheel may
either jump toward or away from the operator, depending
on direction of the wheel’s movement at the point of
pinching. Abrasive wheels may also break under these
conditions.
Kickback is the result of power tool misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions as given below.
Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and
position your body and arm to allow you to resist
kickback forces. Always use auxiliary handle, if
provided, for maximum control over kickback or
torque reaction during start-up. The operator can
control torque reactions or kickback forces, if proper
precautions are taken.
Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.
Accessory may kickback over your hand.
Do not position your body in the area where power
tool will move if kickback occurs. Kickback will
propel the tool in direction opposite to the wheel’s
movement at the point of snagging.
Use special care when working corners, sharp
edges etc. Avoid bouncing and snagging the
accessory. Corners, sharp edges or bouncing have
a tendency to snag the rotating accessory and cause
loss of control or kickback.
Do not attach a saw chain woodcarving blade or
toothed saw blade. Such blades create frequent
kickback and loss of control.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRINDING AND CUTTING-OFF OPERATIONS
Safety warnings specifi c for grinding and abrasive
cutting-off operations:
Use only wheel types that are recommended for
your power tool and the specific guard designed
for the selected wheel. Wheels for which the power
tool was not designed cannot be adequately guarded
and are unsafe.
The guard must be securely attached to the power
tool and positioned for maximum safety, so the
least amount of wheel is exposed towards the
operator. The guard helps to protect operator from
broken wheel fragments and accidental contact with
wheel.
Wheels must be used only for recommended
applications. For example: do not grind with the
side of cut-off wheel. Abrasive cut-off wheels are
intended for peripheral grinding, side forces applied to
these wheels may cause them to shatter.
Always use undamaged wheel flanges that are of
correct size and shape for your selected wheel.
Proper wheel flanges support the wheel thus reducing
the possibility of wheel breakage. Flanges for cut-off
wheels may be different from grinding wheel flanges.
Do not use worn down wheels from larger power
tools. Wheel intended for larger power tool is not
suitable for the higher speed of a smaller tool and may
burst.
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ANGLE GRINDER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Check that the speed marked on the grinding wheel
is equal to or greater than the rated speed of the tool.
Ensure that the dimensions of the grinding wheel are
compatible with the tool and that the wheel fits the
spindle.
Grinding wheels must be stored in a dry place.
Do not store objects on top of the grinding wheels.
Grinding wheels must not be used for any operation
other than grinding.
Grinding wheels must be stored and handled with care
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction.
Inspect the grinding wheel before use to ensure that it
is not chipped or cracked. Chips or cracks can cause
the wheels to shatter, resulting in possible serious
injury.
Ensure that the wheel is fitted in accordance with this
manual.
Ensure that the grinding wheel is correctly mounted
and tightened before use and run the tool at no-
load speed for 30 seconds in a safe position. Stop
immediately if there is considerable vibration or if other
defects are detected. If this condition occurs, check
the tool to determine the cause.
Do not use separate reducing bushings or adaptors to
adapt large hole grinding wheels.
Check that the work piece is properly supported.
Use only grinding wheels approved by RYOBI.
Ensure that sparks resulting from use do not create
a hazard e.g. do not hit people, or ignite flammable
substances.
Always use protective safety glasses and ear
protectors.
Use other personal protective equipment such as
gloves, apron and helmet when necessary.
Never place the tool on the floor or other surfaces
while it is running. Grinding wheels continue to rotate
after the tool is switched off. Never touch the wheel or
place it on the floor or other surfaces while it is rotating.
The flange and clamp nut must have same outer
diameter.
Use the tool only for approved applications. Never use
coolants or water or use the tool as a fixed tool.
Grip the tool securely with both hands while operating.
SPECIFICATIONS
Grinding wheel 230 mm (9 in)
Frequency 50 Hz
Voltage 240 V
Input 2000 W
Spindle thread M14
Rated speed 6000 min
Overall length 470 mm
Net weight 6.0 kg
NOTE: Be sure to check the nameplate on the product,
because the voltage is subject to change depending on
the area in which the product is to be used.
Maximum circumferential speed of grinding wheel: 4,800
m/min.
Example of calculation
3.14 x 230 x 6,000/1,000 = 4,333.2
3.14 x 180 x 6,000/1,000 = 3,391.2
Circumferential speed of
grinding wheel
Wheel diameter 230/180
Rated speed of grinder 6,000
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4,333.2/3,391.2
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
Overmold handle.
A grinding wheel is included in the standard accessories
for some countries.
OPERATION
See Figure 4.
WARNING
Keep safety guards in place. Never cover the air vents
since they must always be open for proper motor
cooling.
The key to effi cient operating is controlling the pressure
and surface contact between the disc and work piece. Flat
surfaces are ground at an acute angle, usually 10 to 20
degrees with the work piece. Allow the disc to reach full
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speed before starting to grind. Too great an angle causes
concentration of pressure on a small area which may
gouge or burn work surface.
SWITCH
See Figure 2.
To switch on the unit, press forward the safety lock
and then press the ON/OFF switch.
To switch off the unit, release the ON/OFF switch.
ADJUSTING THE OVERMOLD HANDLE POSITION
See Figure 3.
1. Turn off the tool
2. Press and hold the handle lock button, then turn the
overmold handle to the desired position until it snaps
in place
WARNING
Do not adjust the overmold handle while the tool is in
operation.
MOUNTING THE GRINDING WHEEL
See Figure 4 - 6.
Attach the disc flange and the wheel on the spindle
before fitting the clamp nut.
Ensure that the wheel is correctly seated over the
boss on the disc flange and clamp nut with the flat side
facing up.
Depress the lock button located on the right side of
gear case.
Using the wrench provided, tighten the clamp nut in a
clockwise direction.
WARNING
Check carefully whether or not there are cracks in the
wheel. Replace a cracked wheel immediately.
switch is pressed.
MAINTENANCE
After use, check the tool to make sure that it is in good
condition.
It is recommended that you take this tool to a Ryobi
authorised service center for a through cleaning and
lubrication at least once a year.
WARNING
Do not make any adjustments while the motor is in
motion.
Always disconnect the power cord from the socket
before changing removable or expendable parts
(grinding disc, cutting disc etc), before lubricating or
working on the unit.
WARNING
To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be
performed by an authorised service center or other
qualifi ed service organization.
Save these instructions for future reference.
SYMBOL
Safety Alert
V
Volts
Hz
Hertz
Alternating Current
W
Watts
no
No-load speed
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1
min
Revolutions or reciprocations per minute
Conformity
TOOL-LESS WHEEL GUARD
See Figure 7 - 8.
Release the wheel guard lock lever then turning the toolless wheel guard to the desire position. The max turning
axle is 90º on either side; otherwise the guard can’t be
locked.
LIVE TOOL INDICATOR
This tool features a live tool indicator which illuminates as
soon as the tool is connected to the supply. This warns the
user that the tool is connected and will operate when the
Double insulation
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Please read the instructions carefully before
starting the machine.
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Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
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