Ryobi BGH616 English Manual - Page 15

MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always disconnect the bench grinder from the power source before performing any assembly or adjustment. Failure to do so could result in accidental starting resulting in possible serious personal injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury. WHEEL REPLACEMENT See Figure 12. If you must replace a grinding wheel, be sure to obtain one with a safe rated speed at least as high as the "no load speed" RPM marked on the data plate of the grinder and which is marked to comply with ANSI B7.1. To replace the grinding wheel. n Unplug the grinder. n Remove the wheel cover by loosening the screws. n Loosen the wheel nut in a clockwise direction for the left side and a counterclockwise direction for the right side. n Remove the outer flange and grinding wheel. n To install a new grinding wheel, reverse the above procedure. NOTE: Be sure the grinding wheel and outer flange are properly seated on the spindle shaft. HEX NUT(S) LOCK WASHER(S) WHEEL GUARD COVER GRINDING WHEEL SCREW(S) OUTER FLANGE SPINDLE SHAFT LOCK WASHER SPARK DEFLECTOR HEX NUT WHEEL NUT INNER FLANGE LEFT WORK REST (grooved) 15 STAR WASHER KNOB WASHER Fig. 12