Soft Start Feature - DeWalt DWE490 Original Instructions Manual

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Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual before use.
Wear ear protection.
Wear eye protection.
Date Code Position (Fig. A)
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The date code , which also includes the year of manufacture,
is printed into the housing.
Example:
2020 XX XX
Year of Manufacture
Description (Fig. A, D)

WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it.
Damage or personal injury could result.
1 On/off trigger
2 Lock-off button
3 Spindle lock
4 Spindle
5 Guard
6 Guard screw
7 Side handle
8 Lock-on button (DWE494 only)
9 Two-pin spanner
10 Backing flange
11 Threaded clamp nut
Intended Use
Your heavy-duty angle grinder has been designed for
professional grinding, sanding, wire brush and cutting.
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
These heavy-duty angle grinders are professional power tools.
DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
this tool.
Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not
•
intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
• This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) suffering from diminished physical, sensory or
mental abilities; lack of experience, knowledge or skills
unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with this product.
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No-volt Release Switch
DWE494 only
The on/off switch has a no-volt release function. If the tool
should become disconnected from the power source for any
reason, the switch has to be deliberately reactivated.

Soft Start Feature

DWE492S and DWE494
The soft start feature allows a slow speed build-up to avoid an
initial jerk when starting. This feature is particularly useful when
working in confined spaces.
ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
Before reconnecting the tool, depress and release the
trigger switch to ensure that the tool is off.
Attaching Side Handle (Fig. B)

WARNING: Before using the tool, check that the handle is
tightened securely.

WARNING: The side handle should always be used to
maintain control of the tool at all times.
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Screw the side handle tightly into one of the holes
either side of the gear case.
Mounting and Removing a Keyed Guard
(Fig. A, C)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect tool from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
Before reconnecting the tool, depress and release the
trigger switch to ensure that the tool is off.

CAUTION: Guards must be used with this grinder.
When using the grinder for cutting metal or masonry a Type 1
guard MUST be used. Type 1 guards are available at extra cost
from D WALT distributors.
e
nOTE: Please refer to the Grinding and Cutting Accessory
Chart at the end of this section to show other accessories that
can be used with these grinders.
1. Place the angle grinder on a table, spindle
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2. Align the lugs with the notches
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3. Press the guard down and rotate it to the
required position.
4. Securely tighten the screw
5. To remove the guard, slacken the screw.

CAUTION: If the guard cannot be tightened by the
adjusting screw, do not use the tool. To reduce the risk of
personal injury, take the tool and guard to a service center
to repair or replace the guard.
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