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SKU 93179

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353

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Service

23. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.  Service or maintenance performed

by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

24. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to

follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.

Specific Safety Rules

1.

Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.  These carry important information.  If unreadable or
missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

2.

Always wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles and heavy work gloves when using the
tool.   
Using personal safety devices reduce the risk for injury. Safety impact eye goggles and heavy
work gloves are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

3.

Always use the proper guard with grinding wheel. The guard protects operator from broken wheel
fragments.

4.

When starting a hand-held power tool, always maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands to
resist starting torque.

5.

Always keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the tool.

6.

Always use 2 hands during use.

7.

WARNING! All accessories for this tool must be rated for at least 6500 RPM. Grinding wheels and
other accessories running over their rated speed can fly apart and cause injury.

8.

Use only 9” diameter grinding wheels having a 5/8” or ( 7/8” if using included arbor adaptor)
center mounting hole. Never disable or modify the wheel guard.

9.

WARNING! Never install a carbide tipped or steel circular saw blade for use in this tool. Never
install a wood carving blade, carving disc with chain saw cutters, or a cutting carving disc on this
tool.

10. For safest operation, it is recommended that only these accessories be used with this tool: Abrasive

cut-off discs and wheels, flap wheels, wire brushes, wire wheel brushes.

11. Never lay the tool down until the motor has come to a complete stop.  The tool may create

unforeseen risk while the motor cycles down.

12. Never leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet.   Turn off the tool, and

unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.

13. WARNING!  People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this product.  Operation

of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the
pacemaker.

Summary of Contents for 93179

Page 1: ...ight com Copyright 2005 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 93179 Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described her...

Page 2: ... electricity away from the user 5 Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double insulation eliminates the need...

Page 3: ... will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed 18 Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced 19 Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures red...

Page 4: ...ion cord away from moving parts on the tool 6 Always use 2 hands during use 7 WARNING All accessories for this tool must be rated for at least 6500 RPM Grinding wheels and other accessories running over their rated speed can fly apart and cause injury 8 Use only 9 diameter grinding wheels having a 5 8 or 7 8 if using included arbor adaptor center mounting hole Never disable or modify the wheel gua...

Page 5: ...path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock See Figure A 2 The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal See Figure A 3 Your tool must be p...

Page 6: ...gauge cord See Figure C 4 When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required See Figure C 5 If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Figure C 6 If you are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is ma...

Page 7: ... Side Handle 24 before using your Angle Grinder 1 You can install the Side Handle 24 in either the left or right side or the top of the Gear Housing 19 2 Decide which position is best for you providing the firmest grip while working Pry out the Rubber Plug 23 which is covering the threaded hole you have selected Place the Rubber Plug in a safe place where you can find it again if you need it 3 Ali...

Page 8: ...Oxide an epoxy binder and usually a fabric matrix During manufacture the grit portion of the wheel is bonded to steel flanges which provide an area to slide onto the arbor and fix in place using the arbor nut 2 Grinding wheels come in dimensional sizes speed ranges and grit sizes 3 This grinder is designed to accept 9 diameter grinding wheels with an arbor hole diameter of 5 8 The included adapter...

Page 9: ...rinder Before using the Angle Grinder be sure all work area safety precautions are being observed Be sure to wear ANSI approved eye protection 1 Start the tool and place it on the work piece at a 10 to 15 angle 2 Guidethetoolbackandforthovertheworkpieceinasteadymotion Do not press down but allow the weight of the tool to do the work 3 When cutting with the Angle Grinder first be sure the grinding ...

Page 10: ...to damage them To reduce wear after inspection replace them in exactly the same way as they were removed 3 Regularly inspect all components and fasteners to be sure they are properly installed not damaged and tight Tighten any loose parts Repair or replace any damaged components 4 If the tool is damaged or does not function properly take it to an authorized service technician 5 Clean the tool afte...

Page 11: ...DE HANDLE 24 ROTATION SPRING 52 NUT M8X1 25 ROTATION BUTTON 53 PINION 26 SPANNER 501 BALL BEARING 6202RS 27 GRINDING WHEEL 502 Parts List NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDEDTHE PARTS DIAGRAM INTHIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ON...

Page 12: ...SKU 93179 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 12 Assembly Drawing Grinding Wheel Part 54 not shown REV 02 06 ...

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