Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Technical Data; TECHNICAL DATA; Compatible with the WEN 4288 Cast Iron Bench Grinder Stand
TABLE OF CONTENTS Technical Data 23578910111214 General Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules For Bench GrinderElectrical InformationKnow Your Bench Grinder AssemblyOperationMaintenanceExploded View and Parts List Warranty TECHNICAL DATA Model Number:Motor:Speed:Wheel Size:Arbor Size:Wheel Grits:Lamp:We...
Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES
3 WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials can be hazardous to your health. Always operate the tool in a well-ventilated area and wear a dust mask. Use dust collection systems when processing wood and plastics. Dust extractors or dust bags must not be connected when processing metals. Safety i...
Page 4 - POWER TOOL USE AND CARE; • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES POWER TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Avoid accidental start-ups. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position before connecting the plug to a power source or carrying the tool. 2. Check power tool for damaged parts. Check for misalignment of moving parts, jamming, breakage, imprope...
Page 5 - SPECIFIC RULES FOR BENCH GRINDERS
5 WARNING: Do not plug in or operate this tool until the entire manual has been read and understood. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or machine damage. 1. Use only the correct grinding wheels that meet the following requirements: • The speed rating of the wheel is greater than 3450 RP...
Page 6 - Frequently clean grinding dust from beneath the grinder.; SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE BENCH GRINDER
16. New wheels may require dressing to make them round. Use a grinding wheel dressing tool (not included) to shape or remove glaze from grinding wheels. 17. Keep the distance between the wheel and tool rest at most a 1/8-inch (3.2 mm) space. Adjust the work rest ac-cordingly as the wheel grinds down...
Page 7 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS; This tool is for indoor use only. Do not expose to; EXTENSION CORD GUIDELINES; AMPERAGE; ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
7 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least resistance for an electric current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MU...
Page 8 - KNOW YOUR BENCH GRINDER; LOCKING KNOB - Lock the eyeshield in position
8 KNOW YOUR BENCH GRINDER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1. INNER WHEEL GUARD - Covers the grinding wheels and protects against accidental contact 2. TOOL RESTS-Used to support the workpiece. Ad-justable to provide angled surfaces. 3. 36-GRIT GRINDING WHEEL - Used to remove heavy material from the workpiec...
Page 10 - ASSEMBLY; WORK LIGHT; OPERATION; CAUTION: Keep all bystanders a safe distance away from the tool; BASIC OPERATION; Feed the work piece smoothly and evenly into the grinding wheel.
10 10 ASSEMBLY WORK LIGHT The bench grinder is provided with a flexible work light to assist in visibility of the workpiece. The bench grinder is NOT provided with a light bulb for the flexible work light. To reduce the risk of fire, use a 120V 40W (or less) track light bulb, type R20, medium base o...
Page 11 - should be done by a qualified service technician only.; GENERAL CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
OPERATION 11 MAINTENANCE WARNING: For your own safety, turn the switch OFF and remove the plug from the electrical outlet before adjusting or performing maintenance or lubrication work on the grinder. Before using, check to make sure parts are not damaged, missing, or worn. Check for alignment of mo...
Page 12 - MAINTENANCE
5. If you must replace a wheel be sure to obtain one with a safe rated speed at least as high as the “NO LOAD” RPM marked on your grinder’s nameplate. Replacement wheels must have a 6 inch diameter, a matching arbor size and should be a maximum of 3/4 inch wide. Always check new wheels for cracks. B...
Page 13 - EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST
Page 14 - LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
14 WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchas...