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2400W
MAGNESIUM
230MM (9”)
ANGLE GRINDER
AG230M
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1
C o de: AG230M
Black Magenta
Cyan Yellow D a t e: 060412 E dition: 05 Op: DCR
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Contents Warranty 2 Introduction 3 Environmental protection 3 Description of symbols 3 Specifications 3 General safety rules 4 Additional safety rules for angle grinders 5 Accessories 6 Unpacking 6 Know your product 7 Setting up 8 Disc guard 8 Operation 8 Holding and guiding the tool 9 Replacing a disc 9 Disc Selection 11 LED brush-wear indicator 11 Lubrication 11 Power cord maintenance 12 Cleaning 12 General inspection 12 2
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Description of symbols The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use. Wear hearing protection. Wear eye protection. Wear breathing protection. Double insulated for additional protection. Conforms to relevant standards for electromagnetic compatibility. Specifications Nominal voltage: 230–240V ~ 50 Hz Input power: 2400W -1 No load speed: 6000 min Insulation class: Double insulated Disc diameter: 230mm (
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e. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an General safety rules extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord WARNING. Read all instructions. Failure to follow all suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. instructions listed below may result in electric shock, 3. Personal safety fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated a. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use (corded) power
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b. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn Additional safety rules for angle grinders it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled • Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. potential overheating. c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before • When an extension cable is required, you must ensure making any adjustments, changing accessories, or that it has the right ampere rating for your power tool and
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• Always use the auxiliary handle and ensure a good grip Accessories on the grinder housing with one hand and the handle with The GMC AG230M Angle Grinder is supplied with the the other hand before proceeding with any work. following accessories as standard: • Make sure that the disc is not in contact with the work • P in wrench when you start the grinder. • Auxiliary handle • Be careful not to damage the spindle or either of the disc • 2 30mm Metal grinding disc flanges. Damage to these
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1. Motor housing 9. Rotating handle Know your product 2. Spindle lock button 10. Rotating handle release button Before using the angle grinder, familiarise yourself with all the 3. Disc guard 11. Pin wrench operating features and safety 4. Quick release guard lever 12. Disc requirements. 5: Mounting points for the 13. Outer flange Use the tool only for the applications multi-position auxiliary handle 14. Outer flange washer – intended. All other applications are 6. On/off switch for flat
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of the workpiece whilst cutting Setting up D operations normally require the Multi-position auxiliary handle angle grinder to be held with 1. Screw the multi-position the cutting disc at right angles A auxiliary handle (8) into the to the workpiece. Take the time most suitable mounting point to find the best combination of (5) (top, left side or right side) front handle and slimline handle to suit the planned operation. positions to suit the task on hand. (Fig. A) It can make a cons
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from the workpiece. Single speed with soft start This grinder is fitted with soft start technology. This feature 8. Release the on/off switch (6) to stop the grinder. operates when you start the tool by slowly increasing the NOTE. The disc continues to turn for a few seconds even power, significantly reducing any “kick” when the grinder is though the switch is turned off. Keep hands well away from switched on reducing the strain on the user. the moving disc. By reducing the switch on surge
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spindle lock engages and locks the spindle. Use the pin shown in the picture below. wrench (11) to unscrew the outer flange (13). Note that (Figs. M and N) this flange unscrews anticlockwise. (Fig. I) IMPORTANT. The depressed centre disc must be correctly 2. Remove the outer flange (13) (Fig. J) and the used located on the inner flange. Refer to the assembly drawing below. J K disc.(Fig. K) 6. Turn the new disc by hand, ensuring that it is tight in 3. Clean the flanges (13 and 15) and check
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5. Fit the large outer flange (14) and ensure that the raised Disc Selection O P Grinding Discs – 230mm x 22.2mm bore x 6mm. Generally used on steel and high grade steel, also available for stone, concrete and aerated concrete. Cutting Discs – 230mm x 22.2mm bore x 3mm. Generally used on steel, high grade steel and stainless steel also available for stone, concrete and aerated concrete. Diamond Blade Disc – 230mm x 22.2mm bore x 2.2mm. portion is pressing against the disc. (Fig. O) Then fit
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Power cord maintenance If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s agent, or an authorised service centre in order to avoid a safety hazard. Cleaning 1. Keep the tool’s air vents unclogged and clean at all times. 2. Remove dust and dirt regularly. Cleaning is best done with a rag. Wear safety goggles or an eye shield and gloves whist cleaning. 3. Re-lubricate all moving parts at regular intervals. 4. Never use caustic agents to cle
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