Ryobi SGL1150 manual

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    OPERA T OR'S MANUAL 4-1/2 in. (1 15 mm) Angle Grinder Model SGL1 150 / Double Insulated SA VE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI ANGLE GRINDER. Your new angle grinder has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it wi[...]

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    Page 2 ■ Product Specifications ..................................................................................................... 1 ■ Typical Application ........................................................................................................... 2 ■ General Safety Rules .....................................................[...]

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    Page 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew- elry , or long hair can be caught in moving parts. ■ A void accidental starting. Be sure switch is off be- fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on in- vites accidents. ■ Remove adjusting keys or wre[...]

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    Page 4 SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recom- mended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overhea[...]

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    Page 5 SYMBOLS SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current n 0 No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load Class II Construction Designates Double Insulated Construction tools .../min Revolutions or R[...]

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    Page 6 With the exception of the side handle and grinding wheel, your angle grinder has been shipped completely assembled. ■ Carefully remove the grinder and accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. ■ Inspect grinder carefully to make sure no breakage or damage has occurred during shipping. ■[...]

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    Page 7 KNOW YOUR ANGLE GRINDER Before attempting to use your grinder, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. See Figure 1. Make sure all grinding wheels and recommended accessories are in accordance with listed specifications for this tool. For example, do not use grinding wheels that are rated at less than 11,000[...]

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    Page 8 W ARNING: Your grinder should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing grinding wheels, or when not in use. Disconnecting your grinder will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury. INSTALLING THE SIDE HANDLE See Figure 2. ■ UNPLUG YOUR GRINDER. W ARNING[...]

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    Page 9 Fig. 4 INCORRECT LOCATION OF GUARD ADJUSTMENTS CORRECT LOCATION OF GUARD IS BETWEEN POINTS A AND B W ARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or s[...]

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    Page 10 Fig. 8 TRIGGER SWITCH LOCK-ON BUTTON 5 ° TO 15 ° OPERA TION workpiece. Start your grinder and let the motor and grinding wheel build up to full speed. Gradually lower grinder until the grinding wheel contacts the workpiece. For best results keep the grinder tilted at an angle from 5 to 15 degrees and continuously moving at a steady, consi[...]

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    Page 11 W ARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. MAINTENANCE WRENCH CLAMP NUT GRINDING WHEEL GUARD DISC FLANGE CLAMP SCREW TO LOOSEN TO TIGHTEN CLAMP FLAT(S) SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON SPINDLE BEARING CAP Fig. 9 GUARD REPLACEMENT See Figure 9. After extended us[...]

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    Page 12 LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool 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. GENERAL Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commer[...]

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    OPERA T OR'S MANUAL 4-1/2 in. (1 15 mm) Angle Grinder Model SGL1 150 / Double Insulated 972000-700 6-01 RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207 Anderson SC 29622 Phone 1-800-525-2579 www.ryobitools.com EXTENSION CORD CAUTION When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, [...]