Kickback Brake™
When a pinch, stall, or bind-up event is sensed, the electronic
brake engages with maximum force to quickly stop the wheel,
reduce the movement of the grinder, and shut the grinder
off. The switch will need to be released then depressed to
restart tool.
Power-OFF™ Overload Protection
The power supply to the motor will be reduced in case of
motor overload. With continued motor overload, the tool will
shut off. The switch will need to be released then depressed
to restart tool. The tool will power off each time the current
load reaches the overload current value (motor burn-up point).
If continued overload shutdowns occur, apply less force/
weight on the tool until the tool will function without the
overload engaging.
Soft Start Feature
The soft start feature allows a slow speed build-up to avoid an
initial jerk when starting. This feature is particularly useful when
working in confined spaces.
Anti-vibration Side Handle
The anti-vibration side handle offers added comfort by
absorbing the vibrations caused by the tool.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: Use only D
WALT battery packs and chargers.
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Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
from the Tool (Fig. B)
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack
To Install the Battery Pack into the Tool Handle
1. Align the battery pack
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with the rails inside the tool's
handle (Fig. B).
2. Slide it into the handle until the battery pack is firmly seated
in the tool and ensure that you hear the lock snap into place.
To Remove the Battery Pack from the Tool
1. Press the release button
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and firmly pull the battery pack
out of the tool handle.
2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some D
WALT battery packs include a fuel gauge which consists
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of three green LED lights that indicate the level of charge
remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge
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, press and hold the fuel gauge
button. A combination of the three green LED lights will
illuminate designating the level of charge left. When the level of
charge in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge
will not illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
NOTE: The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
Attaching Side Handle (Fig. C)
Screw the side handle
side of the gear case. The side handle should always be used to
maintain control of the tool at all times.
Rotating the Gear Case (Fig. D)
To improve user comfort, the gear case will rotate 90 ° for
cutting operations.
NOTE: If the gear case and motor housing become separated
by more than 3.17 mm, the tool must be serviced and
re-assembled by a D
tool serviced may motor and bearing failure.
Guards
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is fully charged.
NOTE: Edge grinding and cutting can be performed with Type
27 wheels designed and specified for this purpose; 6.35 mm
thick wheels are designed for surface grinding while thinner
Type 27 wheels need to be examined for the manufacturer's
label to see if they can be used for surface grinding or only
edge grinding/cutting. A Type 1 guard must be used for any
wheel where surface grinding is forbidden. Cutting can also be
performed by using a Type 41 wheel and a Type 1 guard.
NOTE: See the Accessory Chart to select the proper guard /
accessory combination.
Mounting and Adjusting the One-Touch
(Fig. E)
WARNING: Before using the tool, check that the handle is
tightened securely.
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tightly into one of the holes on either
1. Remove the four corner screws attaching the gear case to
motor housing.
2. Without separating the gear case from motor housing,
rotate the gear case head to desired position.
WALT service center. Failure to have the
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3. Reinstall screws to attach the gear case to the motor
housing. Tighten screws to 12.5 in.-lbs. torque.
Overtightening could cause screws to strip.
CAUTION: Guards must be used with all grinding
wheels, cutting wheels, sanding flap discs, wire
brushes, and wire wheels. The tool may be used
without a guard only when sanding with conventional
sanding discs. Refer to Figure A to see guards provided
with the unit. Some applications may require purchasing
the correct guard from your local dealer or authorized
service centre.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
ENGLISH
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