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SKU 98107

speciFicatiOns

Electrical Requirements

120 V~ / 60 Hz / 7.5 A

Motor No Load Speed

10,500 RPM

Wheel Diameter

4-1/2 inches

Arbor Diameter

7/8 inch

Spindle Thread

5/8 inch x 11 TPI

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90sM

unpacKing

When unpacking, check to make sure 

that the item is intact and undamaged.  If 

any parts are missing or broken, please 

call Harbor Freight Tools at the number 

shown on the cover of this manual as soon 

as possible.

list of contents

description

Q’ty

Angle Grinder

1

Grinding Wheel

1

Quick Release Wheel Guard

1

Auxiliary Handle

1

Pin Wrench

1

Owner’s Manual

1

instructiOns FOr 

putting intO use

  read the entire iMpOrtant 

saFetY inFOrMatiOn 

section at the beginning of this 

manual including all text under 

subheadings therein before set 

up or use of this product.

 

tO preVent 

seriOus injurY 

FrOM accidental 

OperatiOn: 

turn the power switch of the 

tool to its “OFF” position and 

unplug the tool from its 

electrical outlet before 

assembling or making any 

adjustments to the tool.

note:

  For additional information regarding 

the parts listed in the following pages, 

refer to the Assembly Diagram near 

the end of this manual.

assembly

installing the wheel guard

The Wheel Guard (7) must be in-

1. 

stalled before installing a grinding 

wheel or other disc.

Loosen the Wheel Guard Quick Re

-

2. 

lease (3) by pulling the lever outward.
Slide the collar of the Wheel Guard 

3. 

(7) over the rim of the Front Cover 

(14).
Rotate the position of the Wheel 

4. 

Guard as needed for the planned 

work. 
Tighten the Wheel Guard Quick Re-

5. 

lease by pressing the lever back in 

place. The clamping pressure of the 

Quick Release may be adjusted us-

ing the Nut (8).
Check the Wheel Guard to ensure it 

6. 

is firmly in place. Adjust if necessary 

before proceeding.

Summary of Contents for 98107

Page 1: ...t in serious injury Save this manual Copyright 2008 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 FreightTools Diagramswithinthismanualmaynotbedrawnproportionally Duetocontinuingimprovements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein...

Page 2: ...y Warnings Specific for Wire Brushing Operations 9 Vibration Safety 9 Grounding 10 Double Insulated Tools Tools with Two Prong Plugs 10 Extension Cords 10 Symbology 11 Specifications 12 Unpacking 12 List of contents 12 Instructions for putting into use 12 Assembly 12 Functions 13 Operating Instructions 13 Tool Set Up 13 Work Piece and Work Area Set Up 15 General Operating Instructions 15 Maintenan...

Page 3: ...afety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury General Power Tool Safety Warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and ...

Page 4: ...power tools may result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equip b ment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropri ate conditions will reduce personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting c Ensure the switch is in the off po sition before connecting to power source and or battery pack pick i...

Page 5: ...ols Keep cutting tools sharp and f clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Use the power tool accessories g and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations differ ent from those intended could result in a haz...

Page 6: ...ety goggles or safety glasses As appropriate wear dust mask hearing protec tors gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small abra sive or work piece fragments The eye protection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations The eye pro tection must be capable of stopping flying debris generated by various operations The dust mask or respira tor must be capable of...

Page 7: ...ty to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemak er failure In addition people with pacemakers should Avoid operating alone Do not use with power switch locked on Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock Any power cord must be properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Inter rupter GFCI should also be imple mented it prevents sustained elec trical shock Some dust crea...

Page 8: ... body and arm to allow you to resist kick back forces Always use auxiliary handle if provided for maximum control over kickback or torque reaction during start up The opera tor can control torque reactions or kickback forces if proper precautions are taken Never place your hand near the 2 rotating accessory Accessory may kickback over your hand Do not position your body in the 3 area where power t...

Page 9: ...y penetrate light clothing and or skin If the use of a guard is recom 2 mended for wire brushing do not allow any interference of the wire wheel or brush with the guard Wire wheel or brush may expand in diameter due to work load and cen trifugal forces Vibration Safety This tool vibrates during use Re peated or long term exposure to vibra tion may cause temporary or permanent physical injury parti...

Page 10: ...y a qualified electrician Double Insulated Tools Tools with Two Prong Plugs Tools marked Double Insulated do 1 not require grounding They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Labora tories Inc the Canadian Standard Association and the National Electri cal Code See Outlets for 2 Prong Plug Double insulat...

Page 11: ...e sure the extension cord is prop 6 erly wired and in good electrical con dition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it Protect the extension cords from 7 sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 240 VOLT NAMEPLATE AMPERES at full load EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25 50 75 100 ...

Page 12: ...ein before set up or use of this product To prevent serious injury from accidental operation Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual Assembly I...

Page 13: ...ting Instructions Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product Tool Set Up To prevent serious injury from accidental operation Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cl...

Page 14: ...ge WARNING To prevent serious injury blotters must be used for all grinding wheels they are provided with Blotters help prevent grind ing wheel damage and wheel slip page causes of wheel failure Thread the Outer Flange Arbor Nut 6 onto the Spindle Wrench tighten only enough so that the wheel is se curely held on the spindle WARNING To prevent serious injury do not overtighten flange Overtightening...

Page 15: ...ing You must use personal safety equip 5 ment including but not limited to ANSI approved eye and hearing pro tection as well as heavy work gloves Before beginning work provide for 6 sparks and debris that will fly off the work surface General Operating Instructions To prevent serious injury Grip the tool firmly in both hands Press the Switch down and forward 1 to start the tool Allow the tool to c...

Page 16: ...d electrical wir ing and any other condition that may affect its safe operation Periodically blow dust and grit out 2 of the motor vents using dry com pressed air Always wear safety glasses when performing this mainte nance operation After Use 3 clean external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth Never use solvents or harsh cleaners as they may damage the housing To pre vent electrical shock do n...

Page 17: ...cessory in good condition Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool Disconnect power supply before service side while you remove the carbon brushes Keep track of which ori entation the old carbon brushes were in to prevent needless wear if they will be reinstalled If either carbon brush is worn down e by more than 1 2 replace both car bon brushes To clean old carbon b...

Page 18: ... 10 Woodruff Key 1 11 Phillips Pan Head Screw m4 x 14 4 12 Spring Washer 8 13 Flat Washer 8 14 Front Cover 1 15 Bearing 6001 1 16 Bearing Retaining Plate 1 17 Phillips Pan Head Screw 3 18 Bevel Gear 1 19 Wave Washer 1 20 Circlip for Shaft m10 1 21 Needle Bearing 1 22 Phillips Pan Head Screw m4 2 x 25 4 23 Steel Wire Baffle Ring 1 24 Phillips Pan Head Screw m4 2 x 30 2 25 Spring 1 26 Spindle Lock B...

Page 19: ... 98107 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not avail able individually as replacement parts ...

Page 20: ...l or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including the warranties of merchantability and fitness To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with trans portation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must ac...

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