CORDLESS MINI GRINDER
MODEL H6156
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT ?? JULY, 2004 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. REVISED FEBRUARY, 2005 (TR)
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WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind- ing, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
???Lead from
???Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products.
???Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lum ber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
SAFETY
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual
Before Operating This Equipment
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazard- ous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
Safety Instructions For Power Tools
1.KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE and in working order.
2.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of check- ing to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning on.
3.KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
4.DON???T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don???t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist. Keep work area well lighted.
5.KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.
6.MAKE WORK SHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
7.DON???T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
8.USE RIGHT TOOL. Don???t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
Safety Instructions For Power Tools
9.USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD for the tool. Make sure your exten- sion cord is in good condition. Con- ductor size should be in accordance with the chart below. The amperage rating should be listed on the motor or tool nameplate. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and over- heating. Your extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin. Always repair or replace exten- sion cords if they become dam- aged.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords
10.WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neck- ties, rings, bracelets, or other jew- elry which may get caught in moving parts.
11.ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASS- ES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
12.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It???s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
13.DON???T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Fol- low instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15.DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and changing accesso- ries, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
16.REDUCE THE RISK OF UNIN- TENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position before plugging in.
17.USE RECOMMENDED ACCES- SORIES. Consult the owner???s manual for recommended acces- sories. The use of improper acces- sories may cause risk of injury.
18.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is dam- aged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount- ing, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
Additional Safety Instructions for this Cordless Mini Grinder
1.READ THIS MANUAL. This man- ual contains proper operating instructions for this machine.
2.DO NOT jam the grinder against the workpiece. Firmly grasp the grinder and ease it against the workpiece using light pressure.
3.DO NOT wear loose clothing while operating this machine. Roll up or button sleeves at the cuff.
4.DO NOT place hands near, or in contact with, mini grinder during operation.
5.GRIP THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY.
6.NEVER leave the machine running unattended.
7.REPLACE grinding disks or sand- ing sleeves when worn.
8.NEVER work on more than one item at a time.
9.ALWAYS disconnect the machine from the power source before changing grinding disks, sanding sleeves, or tool bits
10.ALWAYS test run the machine before starting any work.
11.DO NOT use the flex shaft with a tight bend. This may cause binding and damage the inner spindle.
12.CLAMP THE WORKPIECE. DO NOT hold the workpiece with one hand and operate the mini grinder with the other.
13.DO NOT charge battery when the battery charger is on a flammable surface. There is a risk of fire.
14.KEEP BATTERIES AWAY FROM METAL OBJECTS to prevent ter- minals from shorting.
Operating this mini grinder can propel objects into the air, causing immedi- ate eye damage. To protect your- self, always wear American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved safety glasses or goggles when oper- ating this equipment.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. Use this and other machinery with caution and respect. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment or poor work results.
INTRODUCTION
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model H6156 Cordless Mini Grinder. This model is part of a growing Grizzly family of fine power tools. When used according to the guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of
The Model H6156 features a
It is our pleasure to provide this manual with the Model H6156. It was written to encourage safety considerations and guide you through general operating pro- cedures and maintenance. This manual represents our effort to produce the best documentation possible.
The specifications, details, and photo- graphs in this manual represent the Model H6156 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, owing to Grizzly???s pol- icy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at any time with no obliga- tion on the part of Grizzly.
If you have any comments regarding this manual, please write to us at the following address:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
C/O Technical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA
Most importantly, we stand behind our tools. If you have any service questions or parts requests, please call or write us at the location listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570)
Fax: (800)
Read the manual before operation. Become familiar with this machine, its safety instructions, and its operation before beginning any work. Serious personal injury may result if safety or operational information is not under- stood or followed.
Model H6156 Cordless Mini Grinder
INVENTORY
The set up and operation instructions will be easier to understand if you are familiar with the components of the Model H6156 Cordless Mini Grinder. Match up the list below with the letters in Figure 1 to identify the components.
G
DC
E
F
Figure 1. Model H6156 inventory.
A.Tool Case
B.Battery Charger
C.Battery
D.Cordless Mini Grinder
E. Tool Assortment
F. Flashlight Base
G Sanding Drum/Disk Assortment
OPERATIONS
Charging the Battery
The Model H6156 is not shipped fully charged. It will have to be charged for 3 hours before use. DO NOT charge lon- ger than this or damage to the battery may occur!
To charge the battery:
1.Remove the battery from the mini grinder.
2.Insert the battery into the charger as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2. Charging the battery.
3.Plug charger into power source and allow the battery to charge for 6 hours. The green light indicates the battery is charging.
4.Replace battery in mini grinder before operation.
Installing Bits
The Model H6156 uses bits and cutters with an 1???8" diameter shaft. See the Grizzly catalog or website for a complete listing of available bits and accessories.
DO NOT use bits or cutters with a cutting surface larger than 1". The bit could break apart under the stresses of high speed use caus- ing serious personal injury.
To install a bit:
1.Unplug the tool from the power source!
2.Depress the collet lock shown in Figure 3 and loosen the collet nut. The collet lock will engage during rotation, pre- venting further rotation of the collet nut.
DO NOT completely remove the collet nut from the shaft.
Collet Lock
Figure 3. Collet lock.
3.Insert the end of a bit into the collet. At least 1???2" of the bit shaft should be mounted into the end of the collet.
4.Rotate the collet nut while depressing the collet lock to secure the bit. Only tighten 1/3 of a turn with the collet wrench.
Failure to wear safety glasses while operating the grinder could cause serious personal eye injury.
Using The Grinder
The Model H6156 is best suited for high RPM, low torque applications.
Always test the bit and RPM combination on a scrap piece of material similar to the workpiece. Trial and error is the best way to determine the ideal setup.
To use the grinder:
1.Grasp the grinder with a secure grip.
2.Rotate the speed lever to turn ON the mini grinder.
3.Adjust the speed lever to change the RPM.
4.Firmly grasp the grinder and ease it against the workpiece using light pres- sure.
High RPM Uses
High RPM's are best for general carving, cutting, routing, and grinding. The grinder remove material quicker at faster RPM's.
Low RPM Uses
Low RPM's are best for grinding and cut- ting materials that have low melting points. Plastics in particular often melt from the heat generated by high speed bits. Low RPM's are also best for polishing and buff- ing with the felt accessories included.
Use low RPM settings when work- ing with plastics or other materi- als with low melting points. Melted plastics can liquefy, be thrown into the air, and stick to the operator, causing serious personal injury.
Installing the Flashlight Base
The flashlight base will give you the extra light that you need in low light situations.
To install the flashlight base:
1.Unplug the tool from power!
2.Remove the collet shield.
3.Screw the flashlight base onto the mini grinder in place of the collet shield.
4.Turn the flashlight base ON/OFF with the small switch on the face of the flashlight base as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4. Flashlight base.
Daily Maintenance
These items should be done after each use.
1.Wipe the motor housing and tool bits with a dry cloth or blow off dust and debris with compressed air.
2.Check for damage to bits, cords, or the housing.
NOTES
H6156 Cordless Mini Grinder Parts Breakdown
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3
8
5
6
2
9
15
13
12 11
14
WARRANTY AND RETURNS
Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance. This is Grizzly???s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any particular purpose, are hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant or represent that the merchandise complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so warrants. In no event shall Grizzly???s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State of Washington, County of Whatcom.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
To take advantage of this warranty, contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details. We will then issue you a ???Return Authorization Number,??? which must be clearly posted on the outside as well as the inside of the carton. We will not accept any item back without this number. Proof of purchase must accompany the merchandise.
The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they constantly strive to achieve better quality equipment. We make every effort to ensure that our products meet high quality and durability standards and we hope you never need to use this warranty.
Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the manual.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570)
Fax: (800)
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
Thank you again for your business and continued support. We hope to serve you again soon!
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