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Model Disc Grinder
Modèle Meuleuse
G 18MR • G 23MR
Modelo Amoladora angular
G23MR
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING
IMPROPER OR UNSAFE use of this power tool can result in death or serious bodily
injury!
This manual contains important information about product safety. Please read and
understand this manual BEFORE operating the power tool. Please keep this manual
available for other users and owners before they use the power tool.
This manual should be stored in safe place.
INSTR
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CONTENTS English Page Page IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ...... 3 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION ..................... 11 MEANINGS OF SIGNAL WORDS .............. 3 APPLICATIONS ......................................... 11 SAFETY ............................................................ 4 PRIOR TO OPERATION ............................. 11 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ......................... 4 GRINDER OPERATION ............................. 13 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND DEPRESSED CENTER WHEEL SYMBOLS.........
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English IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Read and understand all of the safety precautions, warnings and operating instructions in the Instruction Manual before operating or maintaining this power tool. Most accidents that result from power tool operation and maintenance are caused by the failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing a potentially hazardous situation before it occurs, and by observing appropriate safety procedures. Basic safety
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English SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Work Area (1) Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. (2) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dus
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English (3) Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. (4) Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury. (5) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpect
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English SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND SYMBOLS 1. ALWAYS use proper guard with grinding wheel. A guard protects operator from broken wheel fragments. 2. 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. 3. Hold 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 e
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English 10. Handle tool correctly. Operate the tool according to the instructions provided herein. Do not drop or throw the tool. NEVER allow the tool to be operated by children, individuals unfamiliar with its operation or unauthorized personnel. 11. Keep all screws, bolts and covers tightly in place. Keep all screws, bolts, and plates tightly mounted. Check their condition periodically. 12. Do not use power tools if the plastic housing or handle is cracked. Cracks in the tool’s housing or hand
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English 24. ALWAYS wear a mask or respirator to protect yourself from dust or potentially harmful particles generated during the grinding operation. 25. ALWAYS firmly grip the body handle and side handle while operating the grinder. 26. ALWAYS have a trial run before grinding commence (see “Test the grinder before using” on page 12). 27. ALWAYS follow the instructions contained in this manual when replacing the depressed center wheel. 28. ALWAYS be careful with buried object such as an undergrou
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English SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND MAKE THEM AVAILABLE TO OTHER USERS AND OWNERS OF THIS TOOL! 9
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English FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION NOTE: The information contained in this Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in the safe operation and maintenance of the power tool. NEVER operate, or attempt any maintenance on the tool unless you have first read and understood all safety instructions contained in this manual. Some illustrations in this Instruction Manual may show details or attachments that differ from those on your own power tool. NAME OF PARTS Housing Handle Push Button Gear Cover Swit
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English ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION APPLICATIONS Removal of casting fin and finishing of various type of steel, bronze and aluminum materials and castings. Grinding of welded sections or sections cut by means of an acetylene torch. Grinding of synthetic resins, slate, brick, marble. WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious injury, NEVER use this grinder with cup wheels and/or saw blades. PRIOR TO OPERATION 1. Power source Ensure that the power source to be utilized conforms to the power source req
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English 6. Mounting the wheel guard Be sure to mount the wheel guard at an angle that will protect the operator’s body from injury by a broken wheel piece. [Installing and adjusting the wheel guard] Screw Set Piece Open the lever and insert the locating pin of wheel guard, bringing it into line with the across flats of packing ground. Locating Pin Then, turn the wheel guard to a desired position (for use). Lever Close the lever and fix it. If and when required, carry out adjustments by ti
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English GRINDER OPERATION 1. Hold the grinder firmly by its handle and side handle (Fig. 1) The grinder produces a counterforce which must be controlled by firmly holding onto the grinder. 2. Turn the grinder “on” (Fig. 3) While holding the grinder firmly, use one finger to switch to the “on” position. Switch ON: Push the locking button forward and then press the switch lever. Switch *For continuous use, press the Locking Lever switch lever. The switch lever Button is locked by pushing the locki
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English CAUTION: The revolving depressed center wheel will create air turbulence. Do no lay the grinder down in areas of dust or dirt until it has come to a complete stop. DEPRESSED CENTER WHEEL ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY WARNING: Never attempt to assemble or disassemble the depressed center wheel, unless the power switch is in the “OFF” position and the electrical cord has been disconnected from the receptacle. 1. Assembly (1) Turn the disc grinder upsidedown so that the spindle is facing upwar
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English MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION WARNING: Be sure to switch power OFF and disconnect the plug from the receptacle during maintenance and inspection. Using cracked, deformed or damaged wheels can lead to wheel breakage and resulting serious injury. 1. Replacing the depressed center wheel Replace the depressed center wheel when it has been worn out to about 2-3/8" (60mm) in external diameter. Confirm that there is no crack or any damage to the depressed center wheel. If there is a crack or a tra
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English (2) Use the auxiliary hexagonal wrench or small screwdriver to pull up the edge of the spring that is holding down the carbon brush. Remove the edge of the spring toward the outside of the brush holder. (3) Remove the end of the pig-tail on the carbon brush from the terminal section of brush holder and then remove the carbon brush form the brush holder. (1) Insert the end of the pig-tail of the carbon brush in the terminal section of brush holder. (2) Insert the carbon brush i
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English ACCESSORIES WARNING: Never use any accessories other than those mentioned below. The use of any accessories other than those mentionded below or attachments not intended for use such as cup wheel, cut-off wheel or saw blade is dangerous and may cause personal injury or property damage. NOTE: Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of the HITACHI. STANDARD ACCESSORIES Wrench (Code No. 937913Z) .................................................................
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Français INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ Lire et comprendre toutes les précautions de sécurité, les avertissements et les instructions de fonctionnement dans ce mode d’emploi avant d’utiliser ou d’entretenir cet outil motorisé. La plupart des accidents causés lors de l’utilisation ou de l’entretien de l’outil motorisé proviennent d’un non respect des règles ou précautions de base de sécurité. Un accident peut la plupart du temps être évité si l’on reconnaît une situation de danger potentiel
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Français SECURITE REGLES GENERALE DE SECURITE AVERTISSEMENT : Lire et coxmprendre toutes les instructions. Un non respect de toutes les instructions ci-dessous peut entraîner une électrocution, un incendie et/ou de sérieuses blessures personnelles. CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS 1. Zone de travail (1) Garder la zone de travail propre et bien éclairée. Les établis mal rangés et les zones sombres invitent aux accidents. (2) Ne pas utiliser les outils motorisés dans une atmosphère explosive, telle qu’e
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Français (2) S’habiller correctement. Ne pas porter des vêtements larges ou des bijoux. Attacher les cheveux longs. Tenir ses cheveux, vêtements et ses gants éloignés des parties mobiles. Les vêtements larges, les bijoux et les cheveux longs peuvent se prendre dans les parties mobiles. (3) Eviter tout démarrage accidentel. S’assurer que le l’interrupteur d’alimentation est sur la position d’arrêt avant de brancher la machine. Transporter l’appareil avec les doigts sur l’interrupteur d’alimentati
