Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product BGH826 Ryobi Outdoor
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SA VE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERA TOR'S MANUAL BENCH GRINDER Model BGH826 THANK YOU FOR BUYING A R YOBI BENCH GRINDER. Y our new Bench Grinder has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standards for dependability , ease of operation, and operator safety .
Page 2 Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means attention!!! Y our safety is involved. ■ T able of Contents .............................................................................................................
Page 3 RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION Safe operation of this power tool requires that you read and understand this operator's manual and all labels affixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your bench grinder works.
Page 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION ■ RISK OF INJUR Y DUE TO ACCIDENT AL ST ARTING. Do not use in an area where children may be present. ■ NEVER ST ART THE GRINDER when the wheel is in contact with the workpiece. ■ SECURE WORK. Always hold workpiece firmly against the work rest.
Page 5 RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger.
Page 6 CAUTION: Keep the cord away from the grinding area and position the cord so that it will not be caught on material, tools, or other objects. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Page 7 LOOSE P ARTS LIST LOOSE PARTS LIST The following items are included with your Bench Grinder: ■ Shield Rods – one left, one right ................................ 2 ■ Shield Rod Brackets with Hardware ........................... 2 ■ Safety Shields .
Page 8 FEA TURES KNOW YOUR BENCH GRINDER See Figure 3. Before attempting to use your new tool, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. Care- fully read this operator’s manual before using your grinder. ON/OFF SWITCH Your Bench Grinder features a front access On/Off switch for convenience and safety.
Page 9 ASSEMBL Y SPARK DEFLECTOR See Figure 4. Using the two phillips head screws, washers, and lock washers, attach the spark deflector to the top of the wheel guard. Adjust the spark deflectors to within 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) of the grinding wheel. Tighten screws securely.
Page 10 ASSEMBL Y MOUNTING SAFETY SHIELDS See Figures 6. Mount the left and right shield rods to the inside of the wheel guards using the clamp brackets, hex bolts (8 mm x 14 mm), and washers (8 mm). Use the illustration as a guide to determine which shield rod is mounted on the left and which shield rod is mounted on the right of the grinder.
Page 11 BASIC OPERA TION W ARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty , wear a dust mask. To be efficient and work as designed, your tools should be kept sharp.
Page 12 CHISEL SHARPENING CHISELS AND SCREWDRIVER BLADES See Figure 10. When sharpening chisels and screwdrivers, work rest should support the chisel at the correct angle against the wheel. OPERA TION Fig. 10 COOLANT TRA Y 8” Bench Grinder RYOBI TECH NOLOGIES, IN C.
Page 13 GENERAL Keep the bench grinder clean. Remove dust from working parts and beneath the grinder frequently. Make sure the bench grinder operates properly. Check screws, nuts, and bolts for tightness. EXTENSION CORDS The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power .
972000-953 RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson, SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207 Anderson SC 29622-1207 Phone 1-800-525-2579 OPERA T OR'S MANUAL Bench Grinder Model BGH826 • S.
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