Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product AG400 Ryobi
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OPERA T OR'S MANUAL 4 in. (100 mm) Angle Grinder Model AG400 / Double Insulated SA VE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI ANGLE GRINDER. Your new angle grinder has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety.
Page 2 ■ Product Specifications ......................................................................................................... ......................... 1 ■ Table of Contents and Typical Application .....................................
Page 3 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 4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury . ■ Dress properly . Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry . Contain long hair . Keep your hair , cloth- ing, and gloves away from moving parts.
Page 5 RULES FOR SAFE OPERA TION ■ Dust and waste materials should not be allowed to build up in the workshop. Hot metal sparks could start a fire. ■ Do not enlarge or alter the center hole of the grinding wheel as this could result in breaking it.
Page 6 ■ Inspect for and remove all foreign objects from workpiece before grinding. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury. ■ Drugs, Alcohol, Medication. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
Page 7 With the exception of the side handle and grinding wheel, your angle grinder has been shipped completely assembled. ■ Carefully remove the grinder and accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.
Page 8 KNOW YOUR ANGLE GRINDER Before attempting to use your grinder, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. See Figure 1. Make sure all grinding wheels and recommended accessories are in accordance with listed specifications for this tool.
Page 9 W ARNING: Your grinder should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, installing or removing grinding wheels, or when not in use. Disconnecting your grinder will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury.
Page 10 Fig. 4 INCORRECT LOCATION OF GUARD ADJUSTMENTS CORRECT LOCATION OF GUARD IS BETWEEN POINTS A AND B W ARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual.
Page 11 0 Fig. 8 SWITCH BUTTON ON 5 ° TO 15 ° OPERA TION 15 degrees and continuously moving at a steady, consistent pace. Move the grinder back and forth or up and down over the work area. Keep the grinder moving so that an excessive amount of material is not removed from one area.
Page 12 WRENCH CLAMP NUT GRINDING WHEEL GUARD DISC FLANGE CLAMP SCREW TO LOOSEN TO TIGHTEN FLAT(S) SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON SPINDLE BEARING CAP Fig. 9 W ARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
Page 13 LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required. GENERAL Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
OPERA T OR'S MANUAL 4 in. (100 mm) Angle Grinder Model AG400 / Double Insulated 972000-911 RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207 Anderson SC 29622 Phone 1-800-525-2579 www.
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