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TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY Operator’s Instruction Manual TL-9 TURBO-LITE DIRECT DRIVE Grinder 100 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702-4600 USA Phone: 301-638-3326 • 301-663-1600 Fax: 800-447-3326 • 301-663-1607 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY edcoinc.com • sales@edcoinc.com...
TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATORS INSTRUCTION MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT. Death or serious injury could occur if this machine is used improperly. SAFETY Do not disconnect power by pulling cord. To disconnect, grasp SAFETY MESSAGES the plug, not the cord.
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TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY SMI DUST AND SILICA WARNING Grinding/cutting/drilling of masonry, concrete, metal and other materials can generate dust, mists and fumes containing chemicals known to cause serious or fatal injury or ill- ness, such as respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. If you are unfamiliar with the risks associated with the particular process and/or material being cut or the composition of the tool being used, review the material safety data sheets and/or consult your employer, the manufacturers/suppliers, governmental agencies such as OSHA and NIOSH...
TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY Table of Contents Safety and Warnings........................2-3 Table of Contents...........................4 Specifications..........................5 Operating Controls ........................6 Getting started with your New Grinder ..................7-9 Operating Instructions......................10-11 Attaching a Vacuum ........................12 Servicing Head Assembly ......................12 Quick Change Multi-Accessory Disc ....................13 Maintenance Instructions ......................14 Maintenance Schedule.........................15 Notes............................16-18 Limited Equipment Warranty......................19...
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Length 41” 60cm Width 16 1/2” 24cm To insure product safety and reliability, always use genuine EDCO replacement parts when making repairs to the equipment. Height 41” 60cm When ordering parts, please specify the MODEL and SERIAL NUM- BER of the machine as given on the NAMEPLATE.
TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY OPERATING CONTROLS PLEASE NOTE: Due to improvements and changes in the equipment, the illustrations shown may vary from the actual machine. Switch Box Lifting Handle Power Cord Handle Adjustment Electric Motor Vacuum Port Wheels Dust Containment Ring Multi Accessory Disc Leveling...
TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR NEW GRINDER This unit is intended for grinding horizonal, dry floors such as concrete, asphalt or steel surfaces. LOADING TOOLS: LOADING TOOLS: 1. Move handle to transport position. Once all tools are in the proper position re- turn the machine to the upright position.
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TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR NEW GRINDER LOADING TOOLS: LOADING TOOLS: Return level lock to the operator position. Lean back slightly on the handle to get the tools off the surface and start the machine. Lower the machine to the surface and do a short touch pass on the concrete.
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TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR NEW GRINDER LEVELING: LEVELING: You are looking for a complete circle. If you see a partial circle repeat the process until complete circle is achieved. 301-638-3326 • edcoinc.com • sales@edcoinc.com...
Death or serious injury can result if this machine is used improperly. • Concrete grinders are designed to be used to grind flat horizontal concrete slabs using EDCO approved accessories. • The machines are equipped with electric motors. • They are designed to be controlled by a single operator from a position at the rear of the machine.
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TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Grip Switch Grip Switch • BEFORE STARTING THE MOTOR: Raise the front of the machine clear of the working surface. • STARTING MACHINE: Depress and hold center button and squeeze either handle grip switch. Hold both until motor comes up to full rpms and then release center button.
TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY ATTACHING A VACUUM / SERVICING HEAD ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE FOR ATTACHING A VACUUM: SERVICING HEAD ASSEMBLY: When using a vacuum for dust control attach To repair or replace morflex bushing remove it to the vacuum port at the rear of the ma- multi accessory disc to gain access.
Removal - Digs through industrial strength coverings, water-proofing membranes, thick epoxies and much more - Leaves a textured concrete surface. EDCO ARROW: Hard glue removal, fast coating removal, create smooth surfaces and more. PEAKS: General Purpose Grind - Smoothes surfaces with fewer scratchs - Ideal for concrete preparation and polishing.
TL-9-I-0715 EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. Disconnect the supply voltage con- nector at the machine on electric models before performing any maintenance. All main- tenance to be preformed by qualified personnel. 2. Never work under equipment without first properly securing the equipment to prevent it from moving or falling.
Visual Inspection of Entire Machine Inspect Grinding Disc Clean Dust & Dirt Off Machine Read and follow all instructions in the Engine Manufacturer’s Owners Manual. Repairs are to be performed by approved EDCO repair technicians 301-638-3326 • edcoinc.com • sales@edcoinc.com...
*Seller reserves the right to alter payment terms. EDCO will, at its option, repair or replace, at the EDCO factory or at a point designated by EDCO, any part which shall appear to the satisfaction of EDCO inspection to have been 3.
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EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY SURFACE PREPARATION, RESTORATION, PROFESSIONAL SAWING EQUIPMENT & HAND HELD TOOLS 100 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD 21702 Phone: 1-800-638-3326 or 301-663-1600 Fax: 1-800-447-3326 or 301-663-1607 Email: sales@edcoinc.com Website: edcoinc.com Patents Pending & Issued Printing 7.2015 301-638-3326 • edcoinc.com • sales@edcoinc.com...
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