DO’S
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DON’TS
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- DO Always be careful when handling and storing wheels.
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- Don't enlarge the mounting hole or try to push a wheel onto the machine. Get a different wheel if the one you have won't fit the machine.
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- DO Make sure the machine's operating speed does not exceed the speed indicated on the wheel, its blotter, or its container.
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- DON’T drive the wheel faster than the recommended maximum operating speed.
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- DO adhere to ANSI guidelines and utilize mounting blotters.
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- DON’T USE mounting flanges with bearing surfaces that aren't spotless, level, and smooth.
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DO Verify that the mounting flanges are the proper diameter, relaxed where needed, and of equal size.
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- DON’T turn on the equipment, before making sure the safety guard is installed correctly and securely.
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- DO make sure to visually check all of the wheels for any damage before installing
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- DON’T use a wheel that has been dropped or seems to have been mistreated.
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- DO Ensure that the work rest on the bench, pedestal, and floor stand grinders is properly adjusted.
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- Don't overtighten the mounting nut.
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DO Use a safety guard that at least covers half (1/2) of the abrasive wheel at all times.
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- DON’T use a wheel on a machine that wasn't intended to use for that particular use.
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- DO let newly installed wheels run at operating speed for at least a minute with the guard in place, before grinding.
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- DON’T operate grinders without a MAX RPM speed indication.
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- DO switch off the coolant before halting the wheel, to avoid creating an unbalanced situation.
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- Don't grind the sides of straight, conventional, or Type 1 wheels.
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DO READ the machine's directions, cautions, and manual.
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- DON’T let anyone who is not trained handle, mount, store, or even use wheels.
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- Do abide by all applicable laws, both national and local.
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- Don't remove or alter any guards. ALWAYS wear a suitable guard.
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- DO always use safety glasses or another form of approved eye protection when cutting or grinding.
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- DON'T use wheels, if there are combustible materials around
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DO VERIFY that the machine arbor fits the wheel hole or threads properly.
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- DON’T stand right in front of a cutting or grinding wheel when a machine is running.
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- DO use two hands to firmly grip the grinder.
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- DON’T stuff the wheel with tasks.
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Do read the safety data sheet for the workpiece and the wheel's materials.
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- DON’T cut or grind anything that the wheel is not made to handle.
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