Wel-Bilt 22481, 22483 Owner's Manual
BENCH GRINDER
OWNER’S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other
basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item#s 22481, 22483
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Thank you very much for choosing a Wel-Bilt™ product! For future reference, please complete
the owner’s record below:
Model: _______________ Purchase Date: _______________
Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual
to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
This machine is designed for certain applications only. The distributor cannot be responsible for
issues arising from modification. We strongly recommend this machine not be modified and/or
used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions
relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted the
distributor to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.
For technical questions please call 1-800-222-5381.
INTENDED USE:
This Wel-Bilt 8in. Bench Grinder is ideal for use in sharpening chisels, axes and other wood-cutting
tools. It is also useful for repairing tips on screwdrivers and drill bits or for removing excess metal
burrs from pieces of cut metal.
SPECIFICATIONS:
6in. (Item# 22481)
8in. (Item# 22483)
• Rated Voltage:
120 Volts, 60Hz
120 Volts, 60Hz
• Rated Input Power:
1/2 HP, 2.8 Amps
3/4 HP, 4.8 Amps
• Delivers:
3450 RPM
3450 RPM
• Wheel Size:
6 x 3/4in. with 1/2in. arbor
8 x 1in. with 5/8in. arbor
• Wheel Grit:
36 and 60
36 and 60
• Weight:
22 lbs.
35 lbs.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in serious injury.
CAUTION: Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this Bench Grinder until
they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of how the Bench
Grinder works.
WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. It must be
understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into
this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
WORK AREA
Keep work area clean, free of clutter and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas can cause
accidents.
Do not use your tool where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g. in the
presence of flammable liquids, gasses, 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, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area.
Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes and other mechanical
hazards in your work area, particularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from
the operator’s view that may be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm or
property damage.
Be alert of your surroundings. Using power tools in confined work areas may put you
dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING: Always check to ensure the power supply corresponds to the voltage on
the rating plate.
Do not abuse the cord. Never carry a portable tool by its power cord, or yank tool or
extension cords from the receptacle. Keep power and extension cords away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords may
cause a fire and increase the risk of electric shock.
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.
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 doesn’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a
polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
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.
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or
“W.” These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
Extension Cord Use:
Use only ‘Listed’ extension cords. If used outdoors, they must be marked “For Outdoor
Use.” Those cords having 3-prong grounding type plugs and mating receptacles are to be
used with grounded tools.
Replace damaged or worn cords immediately.
Check the nameplate rating of your tool. Use of improper size or gauge of extension cord
may cause unsafe or inefficient operation of your tool. Be sure your extension cord is rated
to allow sufficient current flow to the motor. For the proper wire gauge for your tool, see
chart.
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CHART FOR MINIMUM WIRE SIZE OF EXTENSION CORD:
Nameplate AMPS
CORD LENGTH
25ft.
50ft.
100ft.
150ft.
0-6
18 AWG
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
6-10
18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
10-12
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
12-16
14 AWG
12 AWG
(NOT RECOMMENDED)
If in doubt, use larger cord.
Be sure to check voltage requirements of the tool to your incoming power source.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not let your fingers touch the terminals of plug when installing to or removing from the
outlet.
Ground fault circuit interrupters. If work area is not equipped with a permanently installed
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet (GFCI), use a plug-in GFCI between power tool or
extension cord and power receptacle.
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.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided.
Use safety apparel and equipment. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
which comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use as dust
mask in dusty work conditions. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use
non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection
when appropriate.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before connecting to the power supply or turning on
the tool. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in
personal injury.
BENCH GRINDER USE AND CARE
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, 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.
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.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Disconnect the 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.
Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of
control.
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools,
with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used on another
tool.
Never leave tool running unattended.
Examine wheels for damage before operating, and replace if any damage is found.
Do not overtighten wheel nuts.
Use only wheel flanges furnished with bench grinder. Use of other flanges may cause damage
or breakage to the wheel and result in injury to the operator.
Do not force work against the wheel. Excessive pressure may cause damage or breakage of the
wheel, resulting in injury to the operator or bystanders.
Always use guards and eye shields.
Use wheel suitable for speed of bench grinder.
Do not operate bench grinder when flammable fumes are present. Sparks from the wheel or
motor brush could ignite fumes.
Tighten grinding wheel lock nuts, securing bolts and all clamps and guards.
During each start-up, stand to one side of the grinder and switch it ‘On’. Let the grinder
operate at full speed for approximately one minute so that any undetected flaws or cracks
will become apparent.
Always use proper guard with grinding wheel. A guard protects operator from broken
wheel fragments.
Keep hands clear of grinding wheels.
Never reach behind or beneath the grinding wheels.
Unplug from power supply before adjusting or servicing. The grinding wheels continue to
rotate after the tool is switched off. Always allow wheels to stop before adjusting or
servicing.
When fitting a new grinding wheel, always check that the stated maximum RPM meets or
exceeds that stated on the grinder. Also check the new wheel for damage, such as flaws or
cracks. If the wheel appears satisfactory, fit it to the grinder.
When a new grinding wheel has been fitted, stand to one side of the grinder and switch it
‘On’. Let the grinder operate at full speed for approximately one minute so that any
undetected flaws or cracks will become apparent.
DO NOT attempt to cut anything with the grinding wheel.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement 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 electric shock or injury.
WARNING! Replace cracked grinding wheels immediately.
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