DeWalt DWE4557-XE Instruction Manual

DeWalt DWE4557-XE Instruction Manual

Heavy-duty large angle grinders

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DWE4557-XE, DWE4559-XE, DWE4597N-XE, DWE4599N-XE
HEAVY-DUTY LARGE ANGLE GRINDERS

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DWE4557-XE, DWE4559-XE, DWE4597N-XE, DWE4599N-XE HEAVY-DUTY LARGE ANGLE GRINDERS...
  • Page 3: Definitions: Safety Guidelines

    Uncertainty K = m/s² – – – DWE4557-XE DWE4559-XE DWE4597N-XE DWE4599N-XE The vibration emission level given in this information sheet has been measured in Voltage accordance with a standardised test given in EN 60745 and may be used to compare Power input...
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions For Power Tools

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges When using power tools, always observe the safety regulations applicable in your or moving parts.
  • Page 5: Electrical Safety

    4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE • Young children and the infirm. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
  • Page 6: Kickback And Related Warnings

    e) The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within l) Never lay the power tool down until the accessory has come to a complete the capacity rating of your power tool. Incorrectly sized accessories cannot be stop.
  • Page 7: Safety Warnings Specific For Grinding And Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations

    For example, if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the workpiece, the edge of c) Wheels must be used only for recommended applications. For example: do the wheel that is entering into the pinch point can dig into the surface of the material not grind with the side of cut-off wheel.
  • Page 8: Safety Warnings Specific For Sanding Operations

    f ) Use extra caution when making a “pocket cut” into existing walls or other • Never cut into area that may contain electrical wiring or piping. Serious injury blind areas. The protruding wheel may cut gas or water pipes, electrical wiring may result.
  • Page 9: Components (Fig. 1)

    SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: FUTURE REFERENCE • lead from lead-based paints, • crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and COMPONENTS (FIG.
  • Page 10: Assembly And Adjustments

    IINTENDED USE E-CLUTCH™ (DWE4597N-XE, DWE4599N-XE) This grinder is designed for professional grinding, sanding, wire brushing, polishing or This unit is equipped with an E-Clutch™ (Electronic Clutch), which in the event of a abrasive, cutting-off applications. high-load or wheel pinch, the unit will be shut off to reduce the reaction torque to the DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Rotating the Gear Case (Fig. 4) Clamp nut FIG. 4 Wheel wrench For applications in which a tool will be dedicated for uses in edge grinding and finishing work, the WARNING: Accessories must be rated for at least the speed recom mended on the gear case may be rotated 90°...
  • Page 12: Grinding Wheels

    Grinding Wheels Sanding Discs Wire Wheels rubber backing pad Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard Type 28 guard backing flange backing flange sanding disc Type 27 hubbed wheel wire cup brush clamp nut Type 27 non-hubbed wheel Type 28 non-hubbed wheel clamp nut clamp nut...
  • Page 13: Cutting Wheels

    Cutting Wheels Sanding Flap Discs Type 1 guard Type 1 guard Type 27 guard Type 27 guard backing flange hubbed sanding flap disc Type 27 guard Type 27 guard non-hubbed sanding flap disc backing flange backing flange clamp nut abrasive cutting wheel diamond cutting wheel outer flange washer outer flange washer...
  • Page 14 3. While depressing the spindle lock button, thread the clamp nut (R) on spindle, CAUTION: Make sure the wheel has come to a complete stop be fore setting the piloting the raised hub on clamp nut in the center of grinding wheel. tool down.
  • Page 15 3. Position yourself so that the open-underside of the wheel is facing away from you. 1. Place or appropriately thread backing pad (S) on the FIG. 14 4. Once a cut is begun and a notch is established in the workpiece, do not change spindle.
  • Page 16: Environmental Safety

    4. Move the tool constantly in a straight line to 3. Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the FIG. 15 work area. prevent burning and swirling of work surface. Allowing the tool to rest on the CLEANING AND DISPOSAL work surface without moving, or moving 1.
  • Page 17 USING WIRE CUP BRUSHES AND WIRE WHEELS (FIG. 16) MOUNTING TYPE 27 OR TYPE 1 GUARD FIG. 20 Wire wheels and brushes can be used for removing rust, scale and paint, and for 1. Open the guard latch (M), and align the lugs (N) smoothing irregular surfaces.
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MOUNTING CUTTING WHEELS (FIG. 22) 2. Apply minimum pressure to work surface, allowing FIG. 23 tool to operate at high speed. Cutting rate is CAUTION: Matching diameter threaded backing flange, outer flange and clamp nut greatest when the tool operates at high speed. must be used for cutting wheels.
  • Page 19: Bail Handle

    Accessories BAIL HANDLE This accessory provides a wider range of holding positions when grinding and is particularly useful when surface grinding concrete. ANTI-VIBRATION SIDE HANDLE The anti-vibration side handle reduces vibration and user fatigue in extended use applications. WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by D WALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
  • Page 20 82 Taryn Drive, Epping, VIC 3076 Australia • 1800 338 002 (Aust) or 0800 339 258 (NZ) www.dewalt.com.au • www.dewalt.co.nz (MAR13) Part No. N175365 DWE4557-XE, DWE4559-XE, DWE4597N-XE, DWE4599N-XE Copyright © 2013 D WALT The following are trademarks for one or more D WALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme;...

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