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FEATURES
E-SWITCH PROTECTION™
The ON/OFF switch has a no-volt release function. In the event of
a power outage or other unexpected shut down, the switch needs
to be cycled (turned off and on) to restart tool.
E-CLUTCH™
This unit is equipped with an E-Clutch™ (Electronic Clutch), which
in the event of a high-load or wheel pinch, the unit will shut off to
reduce the reaction torque to the user. The switch needs to be
cycled (turned off and on) to restart the 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 must be cycled (turned off and on) to restart tool. The power
will return to normal once the tool has cooled down to a suitable
operating temperature. NOTE: Run the tool at no load to reduce the
cool down time.
COMPLETE ELECTRONIC CONTROL™
The internal electronic speed control offers consistent wheel speed
while using the tool.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: Turn off and unplug tool before
E
making any adjustments or removing or
installing accessories. Before reconnecting
the tool, depress and release the trigger
switch to ensure that the tool is off.
ATTACHING SIDE HANDLE
The side handle (E) can be fitted to either side
of the gear case in the threaded holes, as
shown. Before using the tool, check that the
handle is tightened se cure ly. Use a wrench to
firmly tighten the side handle.
Rotating the Gear Case
1. Remove guard and flanges from tool.
2. Remove the four corner screws attaching the gear case to
motor housing.
3. Separating the gear case from motor housing not more than
1/4", rotate the gear case head to desired position.
NOTE: If the gear case and motor housing become separated
by more than 1/4", the tool must be serviced and re-assembled
by a D
EWALT service center. Failure to have the tool serviced
may cause brush, motor and bearing failure.
4. Re-install screws to attach the gear case to the motor housing.
Tighten screws to 18 in./lbs. torque. Overtightening could cause
screws to strip.
5. Re-install guard and correct flanges for the appropriate
accessories.
Accessories
It is important to choose the correct guards, backing pads and
flanges to use with grinder accessories. See pages 7–9 for
information on choosing the correct accessories.
WARNING: Accessories must be rated for at least the speed
recom mended on the tool warning label. Wheels and other
accessories running over rated accessory speed may burst and
cause injury. Threaded accessories must have a 5/8-11 hub.
Every unthreaded accessory must have a 7/8" arbor hole. If it
does not, it may have been designed for a circular saw and should
not be used. Use only the accessories shown on pages 7–9 of this
manual. Accessory ratings must be above listed minimum wheel
speed as shown on tool nameplate.