Wilton 17204 Operation And Safety Instructions

WARNING:Read and understand

all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.

For your safety

6" Bench Grinder

Model No. 17204

Operation
and Safety
Instructions

6" BENCH GRINDER

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number................................................. 17204

Power Source .....................................120V AC, 60 Hz

Maximum developed horsepower .....................1/2 Hp

Amps.......................................................................2.8

Speed ..........................................3450 RPM (no load)

Wheel size....................................6" x 3/4", 1/2" arbor

Wire brush...............................6" dia, 1/2" - 5/8" arbor

Lamp.............................Automotive type 12 V, 6 Watt,

single contact bayonet

Tool rests ................................................Right and left

Eye shields .............................................Right and left

Spark arrestors.......................................Right and left

Net weight........................................24.1 lbs (10.9 kg)

INTRODUCTION

Your 6" Bench Grinder is a dependable tool that is
designed for hand-grinding operations such as
sharpening chisels, screwdrivers, drill bits, removing
excess metal, and smoothing metal surfaces. Easy to
operate, it’s the ideal bench grinder for the serious
Do-It-Yourselfer.

Please take time to read this Instruction Manual
thoroughly. Pay attention to all safety rules. A
thorough understanding of your bench grinder will
enable you to use it to its full potential.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ....................................2

Introduction..........................................................2

Specifications.......................................................2

LIMITED WARRANTY...............................................2

SAFETY.....................................................................3

General Safety Warnings.....................................3

Special Safety Rules for Bench Grinders............4

Electrical Requirements .......................................5

BEFORE YOU START...............................................7

Glossary of Terms................................................7

Unpacking Your Bench Grinder...........................8

Assembly Instructions ..........................................9

OPERATION ............................................................10

Light...................................................................10

Mounting the Grinder.........................................10

Changing the Grinding Wheel ...........................10

Changing the Light Bulb ....................................11

Before Grinding ..................................................11

When Grinding...................................................11

Reshaping Grinding Wheel................................11

Using Dressing Wheel.......................................12

MAINTENANCE .......................................................12

Lubrication .........................................................12

Cleaning.............................................................12

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................13

SERVICE..................................................................14

LIMITED WARRANTY

Wilton Power Tools are warranted against defects in workmanship and material for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear,
improper repair or alterations, lack of maintenance, or use for purposes other than those for which the tool was designed. This
warranty does not cover products used for commercial, industrial or educational purposes. Any return must be preauthorized, so please
contact our Consumer Relations Department with warranty claims at 1-800-274-6848 for further instructions. If it is determined that the
product is within this warranty, replacement parts or complete product replacement will be made at our discretion.

WMH TOOL GROUPTMLIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT.
EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITYAND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME
STATES DO NOTALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.

WMH TOOL GROUPTMSHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR FOR
INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS. SOME
STATES DO NOTALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

SAFETY

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Read, understand and follow all operating instructions,
safety operations and symbols in this manual before
operating and maintaining your power tool.

WARNING:

Indicates the presence of a hazardous

situation which CAN cause SEVERE personal injury.

CAUTION:

Indicates the presence of a hazardous situation
which WILL or CAN cause MINOR or MODERATE PERSONAL
injury, or could cause machine damage.

Note:

Indicates installation, operation or maintenance

information which is important but not hazard-related.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING:

Failure to read all instructions and follow the
general safety warnings and other safety warnings and cautions
may result in serious personal injury.

Know Your Power Tool – read the instruction manual.
Understand your power tool’s application, limitations
and potential hazards.

Ground All Tools – this tool is equipped with a
3-prong plug, it must be plugged into a 3-contact
electric outlet. The 3rd prong is a ground to provide
protection against accidental electric shock. Never
remove the 3rd prong on a grounded plug.

Keep Safety Guards in Place – and working order
with proper adjustment and alignment.

Keep Work Area Clean – to help prevent accidents.
Take time to clean the tool, work area and especially
the floor. The floor can become slippery from sawdust,
wax and other materials.

Avoid Dangerous Environments – by not using
power tools in damp, wet or raining environments.
Provide an adequate work area that is properly
illuminated.

Keep Children Away – from the work area. Children
and others should be a safe distance from the work
area.

Make the Workshop Childproof – by using padlocks,
master switches and removing starter keys from power
tools.

Don’t Force the Tool – beyond its designed rate. For
a better and safer job, allow the tool to work within
manufacturer’s recommendation.

Use the Right Tool – for the job. Do not force a tool or
its attachments to perform a task that it’s not designed
to do.

Wear the Proper Apparel – and nonslip footwear
when operating power tools. Do not wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other
jewelry which may become caught in moving parts.
Keep long hair away from your face and tied back. Roll
long sleeves above the elbow.

Use Safety Goggles at all
Times – which comply with

ANSI Z87.1. Normal safety
glasses only have impact
resistant lenses and are not
designed for safety. Wear a
face or dust mask when
working in a dusty environment. Use ear protection,
such as plugs or muffs, during extended periods of
operation.

Wear a Face Mask or Dust Mask – when the grinding
operation produces dust.

Secure Your Work – using clamps or a vise when
practical. It frees both hands and is safer to operate
the tool.

Don’t Overreach – and keep proper balance and
footing at all times.

Maintain Your Tools with Care – keeping them clean
for best and safest performance.

Disconnect Your Tool – by unplugging the power
cord from the electrical outlet when making
adjustments, changing parts, cleaning, or working on
the tool.

Avoid Accidental Starting – by ensuring the switch is
in the OFF position and the power cord is unplugged
from the electrical outlet.

Use the Recommended Accessories – by the tool’s
manufacturer. Refer to this instruction manual for
approved accessories. Read, understand and follow
the instructions supplied with accessories. Using
incorrect accessories may be hazardous.

Never Stand on the Tool – or store materials above
or near it. Standing on the tool to reach materials could
result in serious injury if it tips or is accidentally
contacted.

Check any Damaged Parts – and discontinue using a
damaged tool until the part is carefully checked.
Ensure that all parts will operate and perform properly.
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 before using the tool.

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Never Leave the Tool Unattended While it’s
Running – turn OFF the power. Do not leave the tool

unattended until it reaches a complete stop.
Drugs, Alcohol, Medication – are not to be used

when operating the tool.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,

grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contain 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, cement, and other

masonry products, and

– Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated

lumber.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in
a well-ventilated area, use approved safety
equipment, and use dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles.

SPECIAL SAFETY RULES FOR
BENCH GRINDERS

WARNING:

Do not operate your bench grinder until it
is assembled, and you have read and understand the following
instructions and the warning labels on the bench grinder.

Before Operating Your Bench Grinder

Check for proper assembly and proper alignment of
moving parts.

Understand the function and proper use of:

●

Eye shields

●

Tool rests

Read, understand and follow all operating instructions
and safety warnings in this manual.

Read and understand warning labels on the bench
grinder.

Know the condition of your bench grinder. If any part
is missing, bent or does not operate properly, replace
the component before you continue to use your
bench grinder.

Determine the type of work you are going to be doing
before you operate your bench grinder. Properly
protect your body including your eyes, hands,
face and ears.

Only wear safety goggles that comply with
ANSI Z87.1

● The operation of any

grinder can result in foreign
objects being thrown into
your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage.

● Glasses or goggles that are

not in compliance with ANSI
Z87.1 could break resulting in severe eye injury.
Wear a face or dust mask when working in a dusty
environment.

●

Use ear protection, plugs or muffs, during extended
periods of operation.

Always use tool guards and eye shields provided
with the grinder, safety goggles or other eye
protection. Keep your thumbs and fingers away from
the wheel.

Replace a cracked grinding wheel immediately.

A cracked wheel can throw pieces at a high velocity.
Handle wheels carefully; before replacing a wheel,
check it for cracks. Tighten the spindle nut just enough
to hold the wheel firmly: if the nut is tightened too
much, the clamping strain can damage the wheel.
Use only wheel flanges provided with grinder. When
selecting a replacement wheel, be sure that the grinder
will not exceed the manufacturer's recommended
speed (RPMs) for the wheel.

The diameter of the grinding wheel decreases
with use. Adjust tool rests to maintain a distance of

1/16" or less from the wheel. Also keep the distance
between the spark arrestor and grinding wheel 1/8"
or less.

Do not stand in front of the grinder when starting
it. There is always a possibility that a piece from a

damaged grinding wheel may be thrown off when
coming to full speed. To start the grinder, stand to
one side and turn it on. Wait at side until the grinder
comes up to full speed.

The exhaust chute will channel out sparks and
debris. Be sure the exhaust is not in the vicinity of

flammable material. Frequently clean grinding dust
from the back of the grinder.

Never force work against a grinding wheel. If the
wheel is cold. Apply the work gradually to give the
wheel an opportunity to warm. This will minimize the
chance of wheel breakage.

SAFETY

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SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY

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Keep all wheel guards in place. Do not use the
grinder with the wheel guard removed.

Do not try to cut anything with the grinding
wheel.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING:

• Use only manufacturer’s recommended replacement parts, or

equivalent, when servicing this tool.

• Do not touch the metal blades on the power cord plug when

removing or installing the plug into an electrical outlet.

• To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the

tool, use proper circuit protection.

Your bench grinder is wired at the factory for 120V
operation. Connect to a 120V, 15 AMP time delayed
fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace
power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in
any way.

Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools.

This circuit must not be less than a #12 wire and
should be protected with a 15 Amp time delayed fuse.
Before connecting the motor to the power line, make
sure the switch is in the OFF position and the electric
current is rated the same as the current stamped on
the motor nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will
damage the motor.

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.

WARNING:

This bench grinder is for indoor use only.
Do not expose to rain or use in damp location. This tool must be
grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical
shock.

Do not modify the power cord plug. If it does not
match the electrical outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS