RIDGID R1020 Grinder User Manual


 
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FEATURES
KNOW YOUR ANGLE GRINDER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the product and in this operator’s manual
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
AUTO-STOP CARBON BRUSHES
When the auto-stop carbon brushes wear down to a prede-
termined level, the angle grinder automatically switches off,
ruling out the possibility of damage to the armature.
LOCK-ON BUTTON
The lock-on button is convenient for continuous grinding for
extended periods of time.
ROTATING HANDLE
The handle can be rotated 90° to the left and right for ease
of use.
SIDE HANDLE
The side handle provided stabilizes your grinder and must
be used during all operations. In addition to maintaining safe
control during use, the side handle also provides convenient
ease of operation for the operator.
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON
The spindle lock button secures the spindle so that only one
wrench is needed to change the grinding wheel.
SWITCH TRIGGER
The angle grinder has a conveniently located switch
trigger.
TOOLLESS GUARD
A toolless protective guard deflects sparks and metal chips
during use.
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Angle Grinder
Guard
Clamp Nut
Disc Flange
Grinding Wheel
Side Handle
Wrench
Operator’s Manual
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to
heed this warning could result in serious personal
injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly
is complete. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and possible serious personal
injury.