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7. Attaching the grinding wheel
Prior to any conversion work: Pull the mains
plug from the socket. The machine must be
switched off and the spindle at a standstill.
For reasons of safety, attach the cut-off
grinding guard before performing cut-off
grinding work (see Chapter 11. Accessories).
7.1
Locking the spindle
Press in the spindle locking button (5) only
when the spindle is stationary.
- Press in the spindle locking button (5) and
turn the spindle (4) by hand until the spindle
locking button engages.
7.2
Placing the grinding wheel in position
See illustration B on page 2.
- Fit the support flange (3) on the spindle. The
flange should not turn on the spindle when
properly attached.
- Place the grinding wheel on the support flange (3).
The grinding wheel must lay flat on the supporting
flange.
7.3
Securing/releasing the (tool-free)
clamping nut
Only tighten the (tool-free) clamping nut (2) by
hand!
For the machine to operate, the clip (1) must
always lie flat on the clamping nut (2).
To secure the (tool-free) clamping nut (2):
Use only accessories which fulfil the
specifications. See Chapter 14. Technical
Data).
- Lock the spindle (see chapter 7.1).
- Flip up the clip (1) on the clamping nut.
- Fit the clamping nut (2) on the spindle (4). See
illustration A on page 2.
- Tighten the clamping nut on the clip (1) manually
in a clockwise direction.
- Flip down the clip (1) again .
Release the (tool-free) clamping nut (2):
- Lock the spindle (see chapter 7.1).
- Flip up the clip (1) on the clamping nut.
- Unscrew the clamping nut (2), turning it
anticlockwise manually .
Note: If the clamping nut (2) is very tightly secured,
you can also use a 2-hole spanner to unscrew it.
8. Use
8.1
Adjusting the speed (depending on
features)
Set the recommended speed at the thumbwheel
(11). (small number = low speed; large number =
high speed)
Cutting disc, roughing disc, cup wheel and diamond
cutting disc: high speed
Brush: medium speed
Sanding plate: low to medium speed
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Note: We recommend using our angle polisher for
polishing work.
8.2
Switching On and Off
Always guide the machine with both hands.
Switch on first, then guide the accessory
towards the workpiece.
The machine must not be allowed to draw in
additional dust and shavings. When switching
the machine on and off, keep it away from dust
deposits. After switching off the machine, only place
it down when the motor has come to a standstill.
Avoid inadvertent starts: always switch the
tool off when the plug is removed from the
mains socket or if there has been a power cut.
In continuous operation, the machine
continues running if it is forced out of your
hands. Therefore, always hold the machine with
both hands using the handles provided, stand
securely and concentrate.
Machines with slide switch:
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Switching on: Push the sliding switch (8) forward.
For continuous activation, now tilt
downwards until it engages.
Switching off: Press the rear end of the sliding
switch (8) and release the sliding switch.
WEPF 15-150 Quick:
"Paddle switch" (with dead man's function):
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Switching on: Slide the switch-on lock (12) in the
direction of the arrow and press the trigger
switch (13).
Switching off: Release the trigger switch (13).
WEPBF 15-150 Quick:
"Paddle switch" (with dead man's function):
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Switching on: Slide the trigger switch (13) in the
direction of the arrow and press the trigger
switch (13).
Switching off: Release the trigger switch (13).
8.3
Working Directions
Grinding and sanding operations:
Press down the machine evenly on the surface and
move back and forth so that the surface of the
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