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General Operators Instructions and Service Manual
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MODELS
47 GL
47 GLS
47 GLSK
PNEUMATIC DIE GRINDER SAFETY
The 47GL die grinders are intended for use with mounted wheels, points and carbide burrs.
They are not guarded for type 1 wheels. If you have a type 1 wheel application, please pur-
chase a wheel guard or another tool if that tool won’t accommodate a guard.
GRINDER SAFETY
ALWAYS COMPLY WITH:
1. General Industry Safety & Health Regulations, Part 1910, OSHA 2206, available from: Sup’t of
Documents; Government Printing Oce; Washington DC 20402
2. Safety Code for Portable Air Tools, ANSI B186.1 available from: American National Standards
Institute, Inc.; 1430 Broadway; New York, NY 10018
3. State and Local regulations.
4. Portions of the above codes and regulations are listed below for quick reference.
THESE EXCERPTS ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE ALL INCLUSIVE - STUDY AND COMPLY WITH ALL REGULA-
TIONS!
1. Always turn o the air supply and disconnect the air supply hose before installing, removing or
adjusting any accessory on this tool, or before performing any maintenance on this tool.
2. After mounting a wheel or other abrasive acces-
sory, the Grinder shall be run in a protected enclosure,
at gradually increasing speed, for at least 60 seconds.
When starting work with a cold wheel, apply it gradu-
ally to the workpiece until it becomes warm. Do not
continue to use a grinder if:
• The speed rating of the accessory is less than the
speed of the grinder
• If tool vibrates repair immediately.
• You sense changes in tool speed or an unusual
increase in noise that would indicate tool is run-
ning at excessive speed.
• You notice excessive end play in spindle
• You hear any unusual sound from grinder
RETURN THE TOOL TO THE TOOL CRIB FOR SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY.
3. Make certain no one is in front of or in line with
the wheel or other abrasive accessory. Be aware that
it may fail at this time if it is defective, improperly
mounted or the wrong size and speed. Stop imme-
diately if considerable vibration or other defects are
detected. Shut o the air supply and determine the
cause.
4. OPERATOR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT - Wear
goggles or face shield at all times tool is in operation.
Other protective clothing shall be worn, if necessary.
SEE REGULATIONS.
5. Keep hands, loose clothing and long hair away
from rotating end of tool.
6. Anticipate and be alert for sudden changes in
motion during start up and operation of any power
tool.
7. Keep body stance balanced and rm. Do not
overreach when operating this tool. High reaction
torques can occur at or below the recommended air
pressure.
8. Tool accessories may continue to rotate briey
after throttle is released.
9. Air powered tools can vibrate in use. Vibration,
repetitive motions or uncomfortable positions may
be harmful to your hands and arms. Stop using any
tool if discomfort, tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek
medical advice before resuming use.
10. This tool is not designed for working in explosive
atmospheres. Do not use this tool on materials whose
dust or fumes can cause a potentially explosive
environment.
11. This tool is not insulated against electric shock.
12. Product Safety information - When Placing the
Tool in Service
• NEVER MODIFY ANY PART OF THIS TOOL!!!!
Always install, operate, inspect and maintain
this product in accordance with all applicable
standards and regulations (local, state, country,
federal, etc.).
• Always use clean, dry air at 90 psig (6.2 bar/620
kPa) maximum air pressure at the inlet. Higher
pressure may result in hazardous situations includ-
ing excessive speed, rupture, or incorrect output
torque •
• DO NOT MODIFY THE TOOL, SAFETY DEVICES,
OR ACCESSORIES.
