POWER FIST 9027905 Bench Grinder Pedestal Stand Instruction Manual

POWER FIST 9027905 Bench Grinder Pedestal Stand

SPECIFICATIONS

HAZARD DEFINITIONS

Please familiarize yourself with the hazard notices found in this manual. A notice is an alert that there is a possibility of property damage, injury or death if certain instructions are not followed.

• DANGER! This notice indicates an immediate and specific hazard that will result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.
• WARNING! This notice indicates a specific hazard or unsafe practice that could result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.
• CAUTION! This notice indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury if proper practices are not taken.
• NOTICE! This notice indicates that a specific hazard or unsafe practice will result in equipment or property damage, but not personal injury.

INTRODUCTION

This heavy duty cast-iron stand not only provides a dedicated workspace for 6 to 10 in. bench grinders, but also improves the ease of operation. It securely anchors to floors and features pre-drilled slots and holes for easy mounting, a 29-1/2 in. overall height and an adjustable tool tray.

SAFETY

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions before using this tool. The operator must follow basic precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Keep this manual for safety warnings, precautions, operating or inspection and maintenance instructions.

WORK AREA

1. Operate in a safe work environment. Keep your work area clean, well-lit and free of distractions. Place lights so you are not working in a shadow.
2. Keep anyone not wearing the appropriate safety equipment away from the work area.
3. Store unused tools properly in a safe and dry location to prevent rust or damage. Lock tools away and keep out of the reach of children.

PERSONAL SAFETY

WARNING! Wear personal protective equipment approved by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) or American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

1. Always wear impact safety goggles that provide front and side protection for the eyes. Eye protection equipment should comply withCSA Z94.3-07 or ANSI Z87.1 standards based on the type of work performed.
2. Wear gloves that provide protection based on the work materials or to reduce the effects of tool vibration.
3. Wear protective clothing designed for the work environment and tool.
4. Non-skid footwear is recommended to maintain footing and balance in the work environment.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Control the tool, personal movement and the work environment to avoid personal injury or damage to tool.

1. Do not operate any tool when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medications.
2. Do not overreach when operating a tool. Proper footing and balance enables better control in unexpected situations.

SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! DO NOT let comfort or familiarity with product (gained from repeated use) replace strict adherence to the tool safety rules. If you use this tool unsafely or incorrectly, youcan suffer serious personal injury.

1. Use the correct tool for the job. This tool was designed for a specific function. Do not modify or alter this tool or use it for an unintended purpose.
2. Do not use the tool if any parts are damage broken or misplaced. Repair or replace the parts.
3. Ensure that any grinder (or other stationary power tool) mounted to the pedestal stand is stable and will not tip over. An improperly mounted or unstable grinder is a work hazard and can lead to personal injury.

UNPACKING

WARNING! Do not operate the tool if any part is missing. Replace the missing part before operating. Failure to do so could result in a malfunction and personal injury.
Remove the parts and accessories from the packaging and inspect for damage.

ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION

Numbered references in parenthesis (#1) refer to the included Parts List.

ASSEMBLING THE STAND

1. Place the base (#4) on a flat, level surface.
2. Place the support pole (#3) into the centre of the base.
3. Using the hex key (#5), tighten the 2 set screws in the base.
4.  Slide the collar of the coolant tray (#2) onto the support pole. Slide it far enough down so that at least 4 in. of pole is showing above the collar.
5. Secure the coolant tray in place by tightening the set screw.
6. Place the fixed plate (#1) over the support pole. Secure it in place by tightening its 2 set screws.
7. Attach the plastic hanger (#10) to the fixed plate from underneath using the small screw (#11). Ensure the washer is positioned between the hanger and the plate.
8. It is strongly recommended that you mount the base to the floor using 3/8 in. bolts of a type compatible with the floor surface.

MOUNTING A GRINDER

1. If the grinder (or other stationary power tool) has rubber feet, remove them. This will allow the grinder to sit flat on the pedestal stand.
2. Place the grinder on top of the pedestal stand, aligning the mounting holes of both the grinder and the pedestal stand. Ideally, the front of the grinder should be square with the front of the mounting surface.
3. Secure the grinder with the hardware described in its owner’s manual. If the mounting hardware is not listed, use a hex bolt (#6) not exceeding 7/16 in. in diameter, two flat washers (#9), a lock washer (#7) and a hex nut (#8).

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Maintain the tool with care. A tool in good condition is efficient, easier to control and will have fewer problems.
2. Inspect the tool components periodically. Repair or replace damaged or worn components. Only use identical replacement parts when servicing.
3. Maintain the tool’s labels and name plates. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Princess Auto Ltd. for replacements.
   WARNING! Only qualified service personnel should repair the tool. An improperly repaired tool may present a hazard to the user and/or others.

PARTS BREAKDOWN

PARTS LIST

References

• princessauto.com

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