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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
7 in. MULTI-PURPOSE GRINDER
DOUBLE INSULATED
AG700
This product has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator
safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Thank you for your purchase.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Specific Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................4-6
Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................7-8
Electrical .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Features ....................................................................................................................................................................10-11
Assembly ..................................................................................................................................................................11-12
Operation ..................................................................................................................................................................12-18
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................. 19-21
Parts Ordering / Service ...................................................................................................................................Back Page
INTRODUCTION
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability
have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
WARRANTY
RYOBI® POWER TOOL - LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY AND 30 DAY EXCHANGE POLICY
One World Technologies, Inc., warrants its RYOBI® power tools with the following conditions:
30-DAY EXCHANGE POLICY:
warranty or you may exchange any RYOBI® power tool which does not work properly due to defective workmanship or
materials by returning the power tool to the dealer from which it was purchased. To receive a replacement power tool or
requested warranty service, you must present proof of purchase and return all original equipment packaged with the original
product. The replacement power tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the two year period from
the date of the original purchase.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS:
tool for a period of two years from the date of purchase. With the exception of batteries, power tool accessories are warranted for ninety (90) days. Batteries are warranted for two years.
HOW TO GET SERVICE: Just return the power tool, properly packaged and postage prepaid, to an Authorized Service
Center. You can obtain the location of the Service Center nearest you by contacting a service representative at One
World Technologies, Inc., P.O. Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622-1207, by calling 1-800-525-2579 or by logging on to
www.ryobitools.com. When you request warranty service, you must also present proof of purchase documentation, which
includes the date of purchase (for example, a bill of sale). We will repair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace
any defective part, at our option. We will do so without any charge to you. We will complete the work in a reasonable time,
but, in any case, within ninety (90) days or less.
WHAT’S NOT COVERED:
warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction, failure or defects resulting
from misuse, abuse, neglect, alteration, modification or repairs by other than Authorized Service Centers. One World Technologies, Inc. makes no warranties, representations or promises as to the quality or performance of its power tools other
than those specifically stated in this warranty.
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS:
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to two years from the date of purchase. One World Technologies, Inc. is not
responsible for direct, indirect, or incidental damages, so the above limitations and 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.
During the first 30 days after date of purchase, you may either request service under this
This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in your RYOBI® power
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred. This
Any implied warranties granted under state law, including warranties of merchantability or
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA SAFETY
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
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.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
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.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an exten-
sion cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suit-
able for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools
with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
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.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of these devices can
reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
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.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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.
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 dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or bind-
ing of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool’s operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-
tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
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 dif-
ferent from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SERVICE
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.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction
manual.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
SAFETY WARNINGS COMMON FOR GRINDING,
SANDING AND POLISHING OPERATIONS
This power tool is intended to function as a grinder,
sander, or polisher. 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 such as wire brushing or cutting-off are
not recommended to be performed with this power
tool. Operations for which the power tool was not de-
signed 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 acces-
sory must be within the capacity rating of your power
tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be adequately
guarded or controlled.
The arbor size of wheels, flanges, backing pads or
any other accessory must properly fit the spindle of
the power tool. Accessories with arbor 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 in-
spect 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
When servicing a power tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to
follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of
shock or injury.
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 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 materi-
als. Sparks could ignite these materials.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Do not use accessories that require liquid coolants.
Using water or other liquid coolants may result in electrocution or shock.
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 kick-
back and loss of control.
SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR GRINDING
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 appli-
cations. For example: do not grind with the side of
an abrasive 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 cor-
rect 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.
Always use proper guard with grinding wheel. A
guard protects operator from broken wheel fragments.
Accessories must be rated for at least the speed
recommended on the tool warning label. Wheels and
other accessories running over rated speed can fly apart
and cause injury.
SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR SANDING
OPERATIONS
Do not use excessively oversized sanding disc
paper. Follow manufacturers recommendations,
when selecting sanding paper. Larger sanding paper
extending beyond the sanding pad presents a laceration
hazard and may cause snagging, tearing of the disc or
kickback.
SAFETY WARNINGS SPECIFIC FOR
POLISHING OPERATIONS
Do not allow any loose portion of the polishing
bonnet or its attachment strings to spin freely. Tuck
away or trim any loose attachment strings. Loose and
spinning attachment strings can entangle your fingers
or snag on the workpiece.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when
performing an operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a
“live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live”
and shock the operator.
Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care-
fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as
the specific potential hazards related to this power
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious injury.
Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety
glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
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Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Inspect power tool cords periodically and, if damaged,
have repaired at your nearest Authorized Service Center. Constantly stay aware of cord location. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the power
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
by an authorized service center. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is
recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less
in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating.
Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before
using this power tool. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service
center to avoid risk.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this power tool.
If you loan someone this power tool, loan them these
instructions also.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
n
o
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Read The Operator’s Manual
Eye Protection
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
No Hands Symbol
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.
Hot Surface
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot
surface.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL
SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to the nearest
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this
product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand
the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual,
do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for
assistance.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye
protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual threewire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are
isolated from the internal metal motor components with
protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need
to be grounded.
WARNING:
The double insulated system is intended to protect
the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool’s
internal insulation. Observe all normal safety precautions
to avoid electrical shock.
NOTE: Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires
extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be
performed only by a qualified service technician. For service,
we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized
service center for repair. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This tool has a precision-built electric motor. It should be
connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, AC only
(normal household current), 60 Hz. Do not operate this tool
on direct current (DC). A substantial voltage drop will cause
a loss of power and the motor will overheat. If the tool does
not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the
power supply.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from
a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has
the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in
overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine
the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only
round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories
(UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension cord
that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is designated with “W-A” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
**Ampere rating (on tool data plate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge
WARNING:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working area.
Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber,
tools or other obstructions while you are working with a
power tool. Failure to do so can result in serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
Check extension cords before each use. If damaged
replace immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord
since touching the damaged area could cause electrical
shock resulting in serious injury.
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Size .........................................................................................................................................................................7 in.
Arbor Size ......................................................................................................................................................5/8 in. x 11 UNC
No Load Speed ............................................................................................................................... 1,500-6,800 r/min. (RPM)
Input ......................................................................................................................................120 V, AC only, 60 Hz, 10 Amps
Net Weight .................................................................................................................................................................... 8.2 lbs.
90˚ roTATinG
vAriABle
Speed diAl
Spindle
lock
Side HAndle
HAndle
live Tool
indicATor
SWiTcH
TriGGer
lock-off/
lock-on
BuTTon
SpAnner
nuT
GuArd
ruBBer
diSc
SAndinG
WrencH
STorAGe
poliSHinG
BonneT
WrencH
diSc
Fig. 1
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FEATURES
KNOW YOUR MULTI-PURPOSE GRINDER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the
information on the product and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
90˚ ROTATING HANDLE
The handle rotates 90˚ to the left or right for ease of use.
LIVE TOOL INDICATOR
The live tool indicator is located on the handle of the grinder
and indicates that the tool is connected to a power supply.
LOCK-OFF/LOCK-ON BUTTON
The lock-off/lock-on button serves both to unlock the switch
trigger and to allow the switch trigger to be locked on.
SIDE HANDLE
The side handle can be installed on the top, left, or right side
of the tool, depending on operator preference, for stabilization
and must be used during all operations. In addition to maintaining safe control during use, the side handle also provides
convenient ease of operation for the operator.
SPINDLE LOCK
The spindle lock keeps the spindle from turning while installing and removing wheels and discs.
SWITCH TRIGGER
The tool has a conveniently located switch trigger.
TOOLLESS GUARD
A toolless protective guard deflects sparks and metal chips
during grinder use.
VARIABLE SPEED DIAL
The variable speed dial enables the tool to operate faster or
slower, depending on the selected speed.
WRENCH STORAGE
The wrench can be easily stored in the side handle when
not in use.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Multi-Purpose Grinder
Side Handle
Wrench
Rubber Disc
Sanding Disc
Spanner Nut
Polishing Bonnet
Tool Bag
Operator’s Manual
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed
this warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly is
complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental
starting and possible serious personal injury.
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
The side handle must always be used to help prevent
loss of control and possible serious injury.
INSTALLING THE SIDE HANDLE
See Figure 2.
Unplug the tool.
Insert the side handle into the desired operating
position.
Securely tighten by turning the side handle clockwise.
NOTE: The handle can be installed on the top, left, or right
side of the tool, depending on operator preference.
OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
Side
HAndle
To
TiGHTen
Fig. 2
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Grinding metals
Sanding wood or metal surfaces
Polishing and buffing
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The
use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
SWITCH TRIGGER
See Figure 3.
To turn the tool ON, depress the lock-off/lock-on button,
then depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the
switch trigger.
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OPERATION
3
LOCK-OFF/LOCK-ON BUTTON
See Figure 3.
The lock-off/lock-on button prevents accidental starting of the
grinder, and also allows the grinder to be locked-on, which
is convenient for continuous grinding/sanding/polishing for
extended periods of time.
To lock-on:
Push in and hold the lock-off/lock-on button, located on
the side of the handle.
Depress the switch trigger.
Push in further on the lock-off/lock-on button.
Release the switch trigger.
Release the lock-on button and the tool will continue
running.
To release the lock, depress and release the switch
trigger.
If the lock-on feature is engaged during use and the
tool becomes disconnected from the power supply,
disengage the lock-on feature immediately.
lock-off/
lock-on
BuTTon
SWiTcH
TriGGer
Fig. 3
CAUTION:
Never cover air vents. They must always be open for
proper motor cooling.
90˚ ROTATING HANDLE
See Figure 4.
The handle on the tool can rotate 90˚ to the left or right for
ease of operation.
To adjust the handle:
Unplug the tool.
Press and hold handle lock button.
Rotate the handle to the desired position and release the
handle lock button.
WARNING:
Make sure the handle lock button on the handle clicks
and locks into place when changing handle positions.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
VARIABLE SPEED DIAL
See Figure 5.
The variable speed dial allows you to optimize the speed of
the tool based on the desired application. Refer to the chart
at right for proper speed selection.
puSH
HAndle lock BuTTon
To roTATe HAndle
vAriABle
Speed diAl
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
APPLICATION SPEED SETTING
Polishing 1-2
Sanding 3-5
Grinding 6
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OPERATION
WARNING:
Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is
unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the
OFF position. Failure to heed this warning could result in
serious personal injury.
GUARD ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 6 - 8.
Never use the tool for grinding without the guard in place
and properly adjusted.
Unplug the tool.
Using the wrench provided, remove clamp nut, grinding
wheel, and disc flange, if necessary.
Unlock the guard clamp lever.
Rotate the guard to its correct position as shown in figures
6 and 7.
Lock the guard clamp lever.
Reassemble disc flange, grinding wheel, and clamp nut
(if removed) and tighten securely.
WARNING:
A
correcT
locATion of GuArd iS
BeTWeen poinTS
A And B
Fig. 6
B
Never place the guard so that it is on front of the grinder
as shown in figure 8. This could result in serious injury
because sparks and loose particles thrown from the
grinding wheel would be directed toward the operator.
Always place the guard in the correct location as shown
in figures 6 and 7.
DANGER:
Never use your grinder with the guard removed. It has
been designed for use only with the guard installed.
Attempting to use grinder with guard removed will result
in loose particles being thrown against the operator
resulting in serious personal injury.
GRINDING
See Figure 9.
Always carefully select and use grinding wheels that are
recommended for the material to be ground. Make sure
that the minimum operating speed of any accessory wheel
selected is 6,800 r/min. or more. The grinding wheel provided
with the grinder is suitable for grinding welds, preparing
surfaces to be welded, grinding structural steel, and grinding stainless steel.
To operate the grinder:
Secure all work in a vise or clamp to a workbench.
Fig. 7
incorrecT
locATion of GuArd
Fig. 8
Hold the grinder in front and away from you with
both hands, keeping the grinding wheel clear of the
workpiece.
Turn on the grinder and let the motor and grinding wheel
build up to full speed.
Lower the grinder gradually until the grinding wheel con-
tacts the workpiece.
Keep the grinder tilted at an angle from 5 to 15
degrees.
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OPERATION
WARNING:
To prevent loss of control and possible serious personal
injury, always operate the grinder with both hands, keeping one hand on the side handle.
Move the grinder continuously at a steady, consistent
pace.
CAUTION:
If the grinder is held in one spot too long, it will gouge and
cut grooves in the workpiece. If the grinder is held at too
sharp an angle, it will also gouge the workpiece because
of concentration of pressure on a small area.
Use just enough pressure to keep the grinder from chat-
tering or bouncing.
NOTE: Heavy pressure will decrease the grinder’s speed and
put a strain on the motor. Normally the weight of the tool
alone is adequate for most grinding jobs. Use light pressure
when grinding jagged edges or loose bolts where there is the
potential for the grinder to snag on the metal edge.
Lift the grinder away from the workpiece before turning
off.
INSTALLING RUBBER DISC
See Figure 10.
The grinding wheel and guard must be removed and the rubber disc installed to use the tool for sanding or polishing.
To install the rubber disc:
Unplug the tool.
Depress and hold spindle lock button and rotate clamp
nut with provided wrench until spindle locks.
NOTE: To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock,
always allow motor to come to a complete stop before
engaging spindle lock.
Loosen and remove clamp nut from spindle.
Remove grinding wheel, disc flange, and guard.
Install rubber disc. Make sure flats on the bottom of disc
flange are engaged with flats on spindle.
Install spanner nut on spindle with the flange side of the
nut facing the rubber disc. Finger tighten.
Depress and hold the spindle lock button and rotate the
wheel clockwise until the spindle locks in position.
Securely tighten the spanner nut with the wrench provided.
Do not overtighten.
To reinstall the grinding wheel after sanding or polishing,
see Replacing Grinding Wheel and Replacing Guard
in the Maintenance section of this manual.
WrencH
ruBBer diSc
flAT(S)
Spindle
lock BuTTon
5° To 15°
Fig. 9
remove
SpAnner nuT
Fig. 10
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OPERATION
INSTALLING SANDING DISC
See Figure 11.
Before installing the sanding disc, the rubber disc must be
installed on the tool. If the grinding wheel and guard are on
the tool, they must be removed first. Follow the steps in
Installing Rubber Disc before proceeding.
Unplug the tool.
Depress and hold spindle lock button and rotate spanner
nut with provided wrench until spindle locks.
NOTE: To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock,
always allow motor to come to a complete stop before
engaging spindle lock.
Loosen and remove spanner nut from spindle.
Center and place the sanding disc over the rubber
disc.
Install spanner nut on spindle. Finger tighten.
Depress and hold the spindle lock button and rotate the
wheel clockwise until the spindle locks in position.
Securely tighten the spanner nut with the wrench provided.
Do not overtighten.
To
looSen
SAndinG diSc
Spindle
To
TiGHTen
WrencH
SpAnner nuT
ruBBer diSc
WARNING:
To prevent loss of control and possible serious personal
injury, always operate the tool with both hands, keeping
one hand on the side handle.
SANDING
See Figure 12.
Clamp or otherwise secure the work to prevent it from moving under the tool. Secure small workpieces in a vise or use
clamps to secure them to a workbench.
WARNING:
Unsecured work could be thrown towards the operator
causing injury.
Hold the tool in front and away from you, keeping it clear of
the workpiece. Start the tool by depressing the switch trigger
and letting the motor build to its maximum speed. Gradually
lower sander to the workpiece at a slight (5° to 8°) angle.
Do not attempt to hold the sanding disc flat on the workpiece.
Always keep the tool in motion moving over the work, allowing
it to operate freely without unnecessary pressure. The weight
of the unit supplies adequate pressure, so let the sanding
disc and sander do the work. Applying additional pressure
only slows the motor, rapidly wears sanding discs, damages
rubber disc, and greatly reduces sander speed.
Excessive pressure will overload the motor, causing possible damage from motor overheating, which can result in
inferior work. Any finish or resin on wood may soften from
the frictional heat.
Spindle
lock BuTTon
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
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OPERATION
Do not sand too long in one spot. This will cause uneven
sanding and gouging of the work.
Upon completion of a sanding operation, lift tool away from
work surface before turning off.
WARNING:
Sanding disc must come to a complete stop before
setting tool down on workbench. Failure to do so can
cause the tool to be thrown from workbench because of
sanding disc rotation. This could result in damage to the
tool or possible serious injury to the operator.
SANDING DISC SELECTION
Selecting the correct size grit and type sanding disc is an
extremely important step in achieving a high quality sanded
finish. Aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and other synthetic
abrasives are best for power sanding. Natural abrasives,
such as flint and garnet are too soft for economical use in
power sanding.
In general, coarse grit will remove the most material and finer
grit will produce the best finish in all sanding operations.
The condition of the surface to be sanded will determine
which grit will do the job. If the surface is rough, start with
a coarse grit and sand until the surface is uniform.
Medium grit may then be used to remove scratches left by the
coarser grit and finer grit used for finishing the surface.
Always use the proper grit sanding disc, and not extra pressure when sanding. Continue sanding with each grit until
surface is uniform.
INSTALLING/REMOVING POLISHING
BONNET
See Figure 13.
Before installing the polishing bonnet, the rubber disc must
be installed on the tool. If the grinding wheel and guard are
on the tool, they must be removed first. Follow the steps in
Installing Rubber Disc before proceeding.
Unplug the tool.
Remove sanding disc, if necessary.
ruBBer diSc
poliSHinG
BonneT
Securely retighten spanner nut with the wrench provided,
if necessary.
Slip polishing bonnet over rubber disc.
Pull string ends tight and tie in a bow to secure bonnet.
Tuck string ends and bow underneath bonnet.
Fig. 13
WARNING:
Failure to tuck string ends and bow underneath bonnet
could result in string ends coming loose and hitting or
grabbing foreign objects.
To remove, untie string and pull polishing bonnet edges
over and off rubber disc.
To reinstall the grinding wheel after sanding or polishing,
see Replacing Grinding Wheel and Replacing Guard
in the Maintenance section of this manual.
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OPERATION
POLISHING
See Figure 14.
WARNING:
Keep a firm grip on the tool with both hands at all times.
Failure to do so could result in loss of control leading to
possible serious injury.
When polishing, hold the tool firmly, allowing it to operate
freely without unnecessary pressure. The weight of the tool
alone will provide adequate pressure for polishing at top
efficiency. For best results, always operate at low speed
when polishing.
Bonnets must be kept clean and free from grit, dirt, and
other abrasive particles. When bonnets become dirty and
clogged with polishing film, wash in lukewarm water with
a mild detergent. Allow bonnets to dry thoroughly before
reuse. Polish with a long sweeping motion, back and forth,
advancing along the surface to be polished. Do not hold the
tool in one spot or use a circular or spiral pattern. This will
cause swirls in the finish.
Spread a light coat of polish or wax over a small area. Polish
with the tool according to the manufacturer’s instructions
printed on the label of the polish or wax container.
NOTE: Some polishes should be buffed while damp while
others must be allowed to dry; therefore, always check the
manufacturer’s label.
Tilt the tool so that the polishing bonnet is at a slight angle
to the work surface. Always start polishing at the top or
highest point and work down. This will prevent light dust or
polish film from being thrown upon completed section. It
also eliminates pulling the tool’s power cord over sections
already polished.
Fig. 14
Surfaces that have an old film of wax or polish, or that have
not been polished or waxed for an extended period of time,
may require a second application. This is especially true
on oxidized surfaces. Heavily oxidized surfaces should be
cleaned with a commercial paste or liquid cleaner before
polishing or waxing.
WARNING:
Check polishing bonnets before each use. Make sure
they are clean and free from any loose particles or foreign
objects that may be embedded in the bonnet. Failure to
do so could cause these particles or objects to be thrown
from the tool resulting in possible serious injury.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
REPLACING GRINDING WHEEL
See Figure 15.
WARNING:
Thoroughly inspect a new grinding wheel before you
install it on the grinder.
• Tap lightly around the wheel using a wooden
hammer.
• Listen carefully to the resulting sounds. Places with
fissures or cracks will result in a different sound.
Do not use a wheel containing fissures or cracks.
When you install a new grinding wheel, carry out a no
load revolution test of approximately one minute with
the grinding wheel facing a safe direction, i.e., away from
people or objects.
Unplug the tool.
Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the clamp nut
until the spindle locks.
NOTE: To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock,
always allow motor to come to a complete stop before
engaging spindle lock.
Loosen and remove the clamp nut from the spindle. Do
not remove the disc flange.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling
compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and
possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and
grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommend using this
tool for extended work on these types of materials. However,
if you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely
important to clean the tool using compressed air.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication
is required.
POWER SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT
If replacement of the power supply cord is necessary, this
has to be done by an authorized service center in order to
avoid a safety hazard.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible
serious personal injury, turn off and unplug the tool before
performing any maintenance or adjustment.
To
looSen
diSc
flAnGe
To
TiGHTen
WrencH
clAmp
nuT
GrindinG
WHeel
Spindle
19
Spindle
lock BuTTon
Fig. 15
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MAINTENANCE
Make sure the flats on the bottom of the disc flange are
engaged with the flats on the spindle.
Place the grinding wheel over the spindle.
Thread the clamp nut on the spindle with the flat side of
the nut facing up.
WARNING:
Always install a grinding wheel with the depressed center
against the disc flange. Failure to do so will cause the
grinding wheel to crack when tightening the clamp nut.
This could result in serious personal injury because of
loose particles breaking off and being thrown from the
grinder. Do not overtighten.
To
looSen
To
TiGHTen
WrencH
clAmp
nuT
GrindinG
WHeel
Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the wheel
clockwise until the spindle locks in position.
Tighten the clamp nut securely with the wrench provided.
Do not overtighten.
DANGER:
Never attach a wood cutting or carving blade of any type
to this grinder. It is only designed for grinding. Use for
any other purpose is not recommended and creates a
hazard, which will result in serious injury.
DANGER:
Use ONLY Type 27 depressed center wheels (such
as the one provided with this product). NEVER attach
a Type 1 straight or cut-off wheel to this angle grinder. This product is only designed for grinding and
sanding. Use for any other purpose is not recommended
and creates a hazard, which will result in serious injury.
Type 27 − ok To uSe Type 1 − do noT uSe
REPLACING GUARD
See Figure 16.
Unplug the tool.
Depress spindle lock button and rotate nut with provided
wrench until spindle locks.
NOTE: To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock,
always allow motor to come to a complete stop before
engaging spindle lock.
Using the wrench provided, loosen and remove nut,
grinding wheel or rubber disc, and disc flange, if necessary, from spindle.
diSc
flAnGe
GuArd
clAmp
lever
Spindle
BeArinG cAp
Spindle
lock BuTTon
Unlock the guard clamp lever and remove old guard, if
necessary.
Remove the guard.
Place the new guard on the shoulder of the bearing cap,
aligning the arrow on the bearing cap with the notch on
the guard.
NOTE:
screw until it will slide over the bearing cap. Be sure the
tabs on the guard are seated in the groove in the bearing
cap.
Rotate guard to the correct position as shown in figures
6 and 7 on page 14.
Lock the guard clamp lever.
Tighten clamp nut securely if needed.
If the new guard will not fit, loosen the clamp
GuArd
clAmp
ScreW
ArroW
Fig. 16
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MAINTENANCE
REPLACING BRUSHES
See Figure 17.
This product has externally accessible brush assemblies
that should be periodically checked for wear.
Unplug the tool.
With a flat head screwdriver, remove the brush caps. The
brush assembly is spring loaded and will pop out when
you remove the brush cap.
Remove the brush assembly (brush and spring). Check
for wear. Replace both brushes when either has less than
1/4 in. length of carbon remaining. Do not replace one
side without replacing the other.
Reassemble using new brush assemblies. Make sure
curvature of brush matches curvature of motor and that
brush moves freely in brush tube.
Replace brush cap and tighten securely. Do not over-
tighten.
BruSH
cAp
BruSH
ASSemBly
BruSH
ASSemBly
BruSH
cAp
Fig. 17
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
7 in. MULTI-PURPOSE GRINDER
DOUBLE INSULATED
AG700
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known 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 those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
• PARTS AND SERVICE
Prior to requesting service or purchasing replacement parts, please obtain your model
and serial number from the product data plate.
• MODEL NUMBER
• SERIAL NUMBER
AG700
• HOW TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS:
Replacement parts can be purchased online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling
1-800-525-2579. Replacement parts can also be obtained at one of our Authorized
Service Centers.
• HOW TO LOCATE AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER:
Authorized Service Centers can be located online at www.ryobitools.com or by calling
1-800-525-2579.
• HOW TO OBTAIN CUSTOMER OR TECHNICAL SUPPORT:
To obtain Customer or Technical Support please contact us at 1-800-525-2579.
RYOBI® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.
987000-295
9-2-08 (REV:03)
ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
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