Bench Grinder Introduction

This is the content required for an introduction to our Bench Grinder - reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a tutor! It will make it a lot quicker though ;-)

Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the machine's manual, if available (should be linked from its InfoBox).

Safety

Dangers

• generation of hot sparks that are expelled in varying directions
• sparks fly very far and deposit themselves as fine dust
• the workpiece heats up and stays hot for a while
• has no prevention of turning on after loss & restoration of power (keine Anlaufsicherung)
• metal dust can be a health hazard when inhaled
• ???aluminum can clog an abrasive disc and cause it to overheat until it breaks

Precautions

• wear goggles to protect your eyes
• wear ear defenders if its too loud normally you don't need them
• wear a proper dust mask when working with the Bench Grinder
• wear suitable gloves to prevent burns from sparks or the workpiece
• do not attempt to vacuum up sparks! The dust collection bag could catch fire