Unpacking, Assembly, Operation – Harbor Freight Tools 43471 User Manual

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SKU 43471

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uNpAcKING

When unpacking, check to make sure the parts listed on page 6 are included. If any

parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of
this manual as soon as possible.

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warning! Make sure the unit is unplugged before assembling, or when changing discs.

Screw the threaded end of the

side Handle (18) into the threaded hole to the right of

the

Gear box (17). See Assembly Drawing.

With one hand, hold the body of the Grinder while depressing the

stop pin (1).

With the other hand, insert the two tabs on the

wrench (56) into the holes on the

flange Nut (35). Loosen the flange Nut (35) by turning it counterclockwise. Remove
the

flange Nut (35).

Place the

wheel (34) over the spindle (30) and onto the flange (33).

Replace the

flange Nut (35) by turning it clockwise.

The Angle Grinder is ready for use.

OpERAtION

Note: For safe operation, only these accessories can be used with this product: 4-1/2” diam-

eter Grinding Wheel (included with this product), Abrasive Cutoff Discs, Flap Wheels,
Wire Brushes, and Wire Wheel Brushes.

Plug in the

cord plug (55).

Firmly grasp the

side Handle (18) with one hand, and the body with the other.

Make sure the

protecting cover (32) is between you and the grinding wheel. If neces-

sary, turn off the Grinder, unplug it, and rotate the

protecting cover (32).

For grinding or cutting, approach your workpiece at an angle between 15 and 30 de-
grees. Remember to let the wheel do the work. Do not force it or put too much pressure
on the Grinder.

caution: Always be alert to the possibility of kickback. Always

firmly hold tool with both hands.

Slide the

switch (50) until it locks on. To turn it off, just press down on the switch (50)

and it will unlock.