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IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY D WALT TOOL, • Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug CALL US AT: 1800 654 155 (Aust) or 09 526 2556 (NZ). from an outlet.
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• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper foot- • When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instruc- ing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. tions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or •...
• Avoid bouncing the wheel or giving it rough treatment. If this occurs, stop the • Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the unit and position your tool and inspect the wheel for cracks or flaws. body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by the operator, if proper precautions are taken.
E. Side Handle L. Slider Switch F. Grinding Wheel G. Anti-Lockup Backing Flange NOTE: Type 1 Guard and Accessories available as option accessories. D28106 ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS D28113 D28135 ATTACHING SIDE HANDLE The side handle (E) can be fitted to either side of the gear case in the threaded holes, as shown.
2. Push the guard down until the guard lugs engage and rotate freely in the groove NOTE: If the gear case and motor housing become separated by more than 6 mm on the gear case hub. (1/4"), the tool must be serviced and re-assembled by a D WALT service center.
Grinding Wheels Wire Wheels Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard backing flange 75 mm (3") wire 100 mm (4") Type 27 hubbed wheel cup brush wire wheel Type 27 depressed center PADDLE SWITCH (D28402) wheel CAUTION: Before connecting the tool to a power source depress and release the paddle switch (A) once without depressing the lock-on button (J) to ensure that the...
Cutting Wheels Sanding Discs Sanding Flap Discs rubber backing pad Type 1 guard Type 1 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard sanding disc backing flange backing flange backing flange hubbed sanding flap disc threaded clamp nut abrasive cutting wheel diamond cutting wheel non-hubbed sanding flap disc...
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SPINDLE LOCK 1. Install the unthreaded backing flange (G) on spindle (D) with the raised section (pilot) against the wheel. Be sure the backing flange recess is seated onto the flats The spindle lock (C) is provided to prevent the spindle of the spindle by pushing and twisting the flange before placing wheel.
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4. Continuously move the tool in a forward and back motion to avoid creating gouges 3. Maintain a 5˚ to 10˚ angle between the tool in the work surface. and work surface. 5. Remove the tool from work surface before turning tool off. Allow the tool to 4.
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Coarse 16 - 30 grit 3. To remove the wheel, reverse the above procedure. Medium 36 - 80 grit CAUTION: Failure to properly seat the wheel hub before turning the tool on may result in damage to tool or wheel. Fine Finishing 100 - 120 grit Very Fine Finishing...
1. Open the guard latch (M). Align the lugs 3. Install the threaded clamp nut with the raised section (pilot) facing away from (N) on the guard with the slots (O) on the wheel. the gear case. 4. Depress the spindle lock button and tighten clamp nut with a wrench. 2.
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Lubrication sound mechanical and/or electrical condition. Normal wear parts are not covered in this service. Carbon brushes worn more then 50% will be replaced. WALT tools are properly lubricated at the factory and are ready for use. NOTE: Three Year Warranty is not applicable to items deemed as consumables. Repairs Radial arm saws are covered by a one (1) year warranty only.