Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
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Safely dispose of the old plug.
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Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the plug.
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Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be made to the
earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.
Recommended fuse: 13 A.
Using an Extension Cable
If an extension cable is required, use an approved 3–core
extension cable suitable for the power input of this tool (see
Technical Data).The minimum conductor size is 1.5 mm
maximum length is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable completely.
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 230 mm diamond wheel (KD or GK models only)
1 Angle grinder
1 Guard
1 Side handle
1 Flange set
1 Two-pin spanner
1 Kitbox (K-models only)
1 Instruction manual
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Check for damage to the tool, parts or accessories which may
have occurred during transport.
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Take the time to thoroughly read and understand this manual
prior to operation.
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:
2022 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.
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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
; the
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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
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intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
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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.
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.
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