GRINDING BENCH INSTRUCTION MANUAL attention to these symbols.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently

hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert
symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.

DEFINITIONS: SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following definitions describe
the severity level of each warning.
Please read the manual and pay
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WARNING: Read all instructions before power tools in damp or wet locations or
operating the product. Failure to follow all in the rain may result in electric shock
instructions listed below may result in electric or electrocution. Keep your work area
shock, fire, or serious injury. well lit to avoid tripping or endangering
arms, hands and fingers.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Visitors
should stay at a safe distance from the
work area. Your workshop is a
Safety instructions for all tools potentially dangerous place.
 KEEP THE GUARD PROPERLY  MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP
INSTALLED and in working order. CHILDPROOF by installing locks and
 REMOVE ADJUSTING WRENCHES master switches, or removing keys that
AND NUT WRENCHES. Get into the operate tools. If a child or visitor turns
habit of checking that adjusting keys on a machine without authorization, it
and wrenches are removed from the could cause injury.
shaft before turning on the tool. Tools,  DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will work
discarded parts and other debris can be better and be safer if you use it at the
thrown out at high speed and cause speed for which it was designed.
injury.  USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force
 KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. the tool or accessories to perform tasks
Cluttered spaces and workbenches for which they were not designed. Using
invite accidents. the wrong tool or accessory can cause
 DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN personal injury.
DANGEROUS LOCATIONS: Using
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 WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOTHING. Do hand is in danger of being close to the
not wear loose clothing, gloves, ties, blade (within 6” [152 mm]). It is safer
rings, bracelets or other jewelry that than using your hand and you can then
could get caught in moving parts. The use both hands to operate the tool.
use of non-slip footwear is  DO NOT STRETCH. Maintain balance
recommended. Gather and cover long and proper footing at all times. Loss of
hair. Vents may cover moving parts, so balance could result in personal injury.
these should also be avoided.  STORE TOOLS PROPERLY. Keep tools
 ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. sharp and clean for best and safest
Everyday glasses are NOT safety performance. Follow instructions for
glasses. Also use face or dust masks if lubricating and changing accessories.
the cuts produce dust. Tools and machines that are not
 ALWAYS USE CERTIFIED SAFETY properly maintained can further damage
EQUIPMENT: the tool or machine or cause injury.
 Eye protection according to ANSI  TURN OFF THE MACHINE AND
Z87.1 (CAN/CSA) DISCONNECT IT FROM THE POWER
 Z94.3) Hearing protection SOURCE before installing or removing
according to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) accessories, before adjusting or
 Respiratory protection according changing settings, when making repairs
to NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA standards. or moving the machine. Accidental
starting could cause injury. Do not touch
 SECURE THE WORK PIECE. Use clamps the metal prongs of the plug when
or a vise to hold the workpiece to the plugging or unplugging the cord.
table and against the fence, or if your
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 REDUCE THE RISK OF ACCIDENTAL  CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before
IGNITION. Make sure the switch is in using the tool again, guards or any other
the “OFF” position before plugging in damaged parts should be carefully
the power cord. checked to ensure proper function and
 USE APPROPRIATE EXTENSION performance of the tool in the intended
CORD. Make sure the extension cord is application. Check the unit for alignment
in good condition. If your tool is of moving parts, damaged parts,
equipped with a cord set, use only 3- blockages, or any other conditions that
conductor extension cords that have 3- may affect the operation of the tool.
prong grounding plugs and 3-pole Damaged guards or other parts must be
receptacles that match the plug on the properly repaired or replaced. Do not
tool. When using an extension cord, use the tool if you cannot turn it on or
make sure it is capable of carrying the off with the switch.
current your product draws. A lower  USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
capacity cable will cause a decrease in Use only accessories recommended by
line voltage, which will result in power the manufacturer for the model you
loss and overheating. The following own. Accessories that may be suitable
table shows the correct size to use for one tool may become a risk factor
based on the length of the cord and the when used on another tool. Please refer
amp rating indicated on the nameplate. to the instruction manual for information
If in doubt, use the next higher gauge. on recommended accessories. The use
The lower the gauge number, the of inappropriate accessories may cause
thicker the wire. personal injury.

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 NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious Additional Safety Rules for Bench
injury could occur if the tool is dropped Grinders
or someone accidentally touches the
cutting element.  Always use the guard that corresponds
 NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING to the grinding wheel. The guard
AND UNATTENDED. DISCONNECT protects the operator from fragments of
POWER. Do not let go of the tool until it a broken wheel.
has come to a complete stop. May cause  Accessories must have at least the rated
serious injury. speed recommended on the tool's
 DO NOT OPERATE POWER TOOLS warning label. Wheels and other
NEAR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR IN accessories operating at speeds greater
GASEOUS OR EXPLOSIVE than their rated speed may fly apart and
ATMOSPHERES. The motors in these cause injury.
tools create sparks that can ignite the  Before use, check the recommended
fumes. accessories for cracks or defects. If
 STAY ALERT, PAY ATTENTION TO there is evidence of such a crack or
WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND USE defect, discard the accessory. DO NOT
COMMON SENSE. DO NOT USE THE USE A GRINDING WHEEL THAT IS
MACHINE IF YOU ARE TIRED OR CRACKED OR HAS ANY KIND OF DEFECT.
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS  When starting the tool, let it run for one
OR ALCOHOL. A moment of inattention minute. Never start the tool if a person
while operating a power tool can result is in line with the wheel. This includes
in injury. the operator.

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 Do not grind on the sides of grinding drilling, and other construction activities
wheels unless they are specifically contains chemicals known to cause
designed for that purpose. cancer, birth defects, or other
 Do not overtighten the wheel lock nut. reproductive harm. Some examples of
This can break the grinding wheel.
such chemicals are:
 Wear safety glasses.
 Do not use damaged or worn discs. • lead from lead-based paints,
 The spark arrester must be adjusted
frequently to compensate for disc wear • Crystallized silica from bricks and
by reducing the distance between the cement and other masonry products,
guard and the disc as much as possible, and
which should not exceed 2 mm.
 The work support must be adjusted • arsenic and chromium from
gradually, to compensate for the wear of chemically treated wood (CCA).
the disc by reducing as much as
The risk of contact with these
possible the distance between the
substances varies depending on the
support and the disc, which must not
exceed 2 mm. frequency with which this type of work
 Periodically clean the cavity around the is done. To reduce exposure to these
grinding wheel. chemicals: work in a well-ventilated
area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks
WARNING: Some dust created by
specially designed to filter out
power sanding, sawing, grinding,
microscopic particles.
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 • The label on your tool may include Make sure your power supply matches the
the following symbols. marking on the manufacturer's plate.

V ............. volts MOUNTING ON THE BENCH

A ............ amps WARNING: Turn off the tool and disconnect it
from the power source before attempting to
Hz........... Hertz move it, change accessories, or make
W ........... watts adjustments.
min ........ minutes
1. Place the grinder on the workbench.
…. AC Check if the grinder has access to
…. DC electrical power. Mark the locations of
the holes to be drilled.
……….. terminal 2. Drill holes of suitable size.
3. Insert 6mm (1/4") hex head screws
. (with ground wire) through the washers and holes. You can
security alert put washers on the bottom of the bench
.......... Class II construction as well.
.......... symbol 4. Tighten the nuts. Do not tighten them
too much. Allow the rubber feet to
...............(double insulated) …/min… absorb vibration when the grinder is
revolutions or running.
BPM.......beats per minute
reciprocity. Per minute INSTALLATION OF SPARK GUARDS AND
EYE PROTECTION SCREENS
Engine

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 WARNING: Turn off the tool and CAUTION: Never use a bench grinder
disconnect it from the power source that is not firmly attached to a work bench
before attempting to move it, change or rigid frame. Put on safety glasses before
accessories, or make adjustments. turning on the grinder. Turn on the grinder
and allow it to reach full speed (3450 RPM).
Adjust the eye shields so that they fit
Hold the workpiece firmly against the tool
between the wheels and your eyes. Secure
rest. Hold very small parts with tweezers or
the screens in place by hand tightening the
other appropriate fasteners. Feed the work
plastic knob on the unit.
smoothly and evenly towards the grinding
NOTE: EYE SHIELDS ARE NOT DESIGNED wheel. Move the piece slowly and avoid
TO REPLACE SAFETY GLASSES. pressing it against the wheel. As the wheel
tends to slow down, pressure should be
INSTALLING TOOL HOLDERS released occasionally to allow the wheel to
return to full speed.
WARNING: Turn off the tool and Grind only on the front of the grinding
disconnect it from the power source wheel and never on the side. (Some wheels
before attempting to move it, change are designed for side grinding and this will
accessories, or make adjustments. be advised on the respective instruction
Use the screws, washers, spacers and lock sheets.)
nuts contained in the plastic bag to secure
the receptacles and brackets in place.
OPERATION
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 maintenance procedure. Dust and filings
CAUTION: Prolonged grinding will containing metal particles often accumulate
cause most materials to become hot. on interior surfaces and could cause a risk
Handle them with tongs or thick gloves. of electric shock if not cleaned frequently.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Switch
The switch is located on the front of the
CAUTION: Never use solvents or
grinder, on the base. To start the tool, press
other harsh chemicals to clean non-metallic
the part of the switch marked “I”. To turn
parts of the tool. Use only a clean, dry
off the tool, press the part of the switch
cloth.
marked “O”.
LUBRICATION
MAINTENANCE
Tools should be lubricated regularly every
year depending on their use. (Tools used
WARNING: Turn off the tool and for heavy duty work and tools exposed to
disconnect it from the power source before heat may require more frequent
attempting to move it, change accessories, lubrication.) This lubrication should only be
or make adjustments. performed by persons trained in power tool
CLEANING repair, such as those at Black & Decker
service centers or other qualified service
organizations.
WARNING: Removing dust and
filings from the engine cover using
compressed air is necessary as a regular
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 CAUTION: When using wire cup
ACCESSORIES
brushes, bristles may break and fly off.
Users and others in the area must wear
WARNING: Because accessories appropriate eye, face and body protection.
other than those offered by DeWALT have Use only wire cup brushes that have a rated
not been tested with this product, use of speed equal to or greater than the RPM
such accessories could be dangerous. To showing the tool's nameplate.
reduce the risk of injury, only DeWALT
CHANGE OF ACCESSORIES
recommended accessories should be used
with this product.
WARNING: Turn off the tool and
Grinding wheels must fit within the confines
disconnect it from the power source. Only
of the guard and must have a rated speed
use wheels that measure 6" in diameter.
greater than that recommended on the
This tool has 1/2" (12.7mm) shafts on each
nameplate (3450 rpm).
side.
TO REMOVE AND REPLACE AN ACCESSORY,
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
accidents, always wear appropriate
protective gear while grinding, including 1. Loosen the tool holder and pull it out as
eye protection. far as possible. Don't remove it.
2. Remove the three screws from the side
of the wheel cover and remove the cover.
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3. Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the 7. Hold it as before and tighten the nut
opening on the left end of the grinder rotor firmly but not too tightly. TOO TIGHT AN
shaft. Hold the screwdriver firmly to ADJUSTMENT CAN CRACK A GRINDING
prevent rotation of the shaft while WHEEL.
loosening and removing the hex head
8. Replace the wheel cover and its screws.
screw in the center of the grinding wheel or
other accessory. 9. Adjust the tool holder at least 1.5 mm
(1/16") from the accessory and secure it
4. Remove the wheel washer and wheel.
firmly.
5. Check the wheel for cracks, chips, or
other visible damage (outside of normal
wear) and discard it if such damage is CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire,
found. Check the blotting paper washers for use a maximum 10 watt appliance bulb.
damage. If they are missing or severely SPECS
damaged, replace them with pieces of thin
cardboard or blotting paper cut to the same
shape. NEVER USE A GRINDING WHEEL
WITHOUT A BLOTTER WASHER ON EACH
SIDE OF THE WHEEL.
6. Install the new wheel (or other
accessory). Make sure both wheel washers
are in place (concave sides facing the
wheel).

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DW75 120V 1/ 373 3.3
2 ~ 2 W Amps
HP

220V 1/ 373 1.7

~ 2 W Amps
HP

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