Baldor MN903 Instruction Manual

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MN903No. 275P Replaces 275NLB70081MN903Instruction Manual For Baldor GrindersSAFETY NOTICE:WARNING statements describe conditions that may lead to personnel injury including potentiallyfatal injuries if the machine is not properly used and warnings are not properly followed.Caution statements describe conditions that may lead to equipment damage.Electrical shock can cause serious or fatal injury. Only qualified personnel should install,maintain or troubleshoot this equipment.WARNING: Do not operate this grinder until you are sure that you are completely familiar with the safeoperation of the grinder, all accessories and safety equipment. Improper use can lead tosevere injury. This manual defines proper use of this equipment. Before using thisequipment for any other use, please consult Baldor. Contact Baldor if you do notunderstand any procedure or operation concerning this grinder or this manual.WARNING: Prevent electrical shock hazard and accidental machine operation. Always disconnectgrinder from the power source before servicing, changing accessories (such as wheels,tool rest, spark arrestor, etc.) or before performing maintenance.WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before connecting topower source.WARNING: Be sure the system is properly grounded before applying power. Do not apply powerbefore you ensure that grounds are connected. Electrical shock can cause serious or fatalinjury. Follow the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes for the safe installationof this equipment.WARNING: Always use safety glasses with side shields (or full face shield) when operating grinder.Do not use ordinary eyeglasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.WARNING: Unsuitable accessories or attachments added to this machine can create hazards. Baldoraccessories are specifically designed to be used with this grinder. Use accessories orattachments only in the proper intended manner. Accessories or attachments obtainedfrom another source may cause hazards. Consult the manufacturer before use.WARNING: Keep guards in place and in working order. Guards are design to prevent injury. Neveroperate this equipment if a guard is damaged, missing or improperly installed.WARNING: Remove adjusting keys and wrenches from this product after use. Check to see that keysand adjusting wrenches are removed from grinder before turning it on. Projectiles cancause severe injury to yourself or others.WARNING: Keep work area clean and well lighted. Clutter and poor lighting invites accidents.WARNING: Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use grinders in damp or wet locations, orexpose them to rain. Electrical shock can cause serious or fatal injury. Follow theNational Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes for the safe installation of this equipment.WARNING: Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught inmoving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to containlong hair.WARNING: Don’t over reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. A rotating wheel or beltcan catch an article of clothing and cause personnel injury.WARNING: Secure work. Use clamps to secure the work piece when practical. It’s safer than usingyour hand and it keeps hands away from wheel.WARNING: When starting a grinder for the first time, or after installing a replacement grinding wheel,it is most important that the operator stand aside for at least one minute of rotation at fullspeed. This is the correct practice since grinding wheels can disintegrate if they havereceived damage during shipping or handling.WARNING: Always have the grinder switch in the “OFF” position when changing the position of thepivot arm. Do not attempt to change the pivot arm position while the belt is moving as thiswill create a hazardous situation for the operator.