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Ridge Tool Company 7

CM1450 14″ Abrasive Cut-Off Machine

selected earlier. If the power cord does not reach the

outlet, use an extension cord in good condition.

To avoid electrical shock and electrical

fires, never use an extension cord that is damaged or

does not meet the following requirements:

• The cord has a three-prong plug similar to shown in

Electrical Safety section.

• The cord is rated as “W” or “W-A” if being used out-

doors.

• The cord has sufficient wire thickness (14 AWG below

25′/12 AWG 25′ - 50′). If the wire thickness is too

small, the cord may overheat, melting the cord’s insu-

lation or causing nearby objects to ignite.

To reduce risk of electrical shock, keep all

electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do not

touch plug with wet hands. Make sure power cord is

clear of abrasive wheel.

NOTE! Use of extension cords over 50 ft is not recom-

mended. An improper extension cord will result

in deterioration of the performance of the cut-off

machine.

6. Check the unit to insure it is operating properly.

• To start the tool, firmly grasp the handle then depress

trigger switch (Figure 5). Keep your body positioned to

either side of the wheel but not in line with the wheel.

• Depress and hold the switch for one full minute. Inspect

the moving parts for misalignment, binding, odd noises

or any other unusual conditions that may affect the

safe and normal operation of the machine. If such con-

ditions are present, have the machine serviced.

• If abrasive wheel wobbles or vibrates discard and

replace immediately.

Wheels with flaws may break apart caus-

ing serious injury to you or bystanders.

• Release the trigger switch.

Figure 5 – ON/OFF Trigger Switch

RPM and is the right 14″ diameter wheel for the

material and type of cutting you plan to do.

Do not use this tool with wood carving

blade or standard wood cutting tool blades.

Machine and Work Area Set-Up

WARNING

To prevent serious injury, proper set-up of the

machine and work area is required. The following

procedures should be following to set-up the abra-

sive cut-off machine:

Work Area

1. Locate a work area that has the following:

• Adequate lighting

• No flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.

• Grounded 15 amp electrical outlet.

• Clear path to the electrical outlet that does not

contain any sources of heat or oil, sharp edges or

moving parts that may damage the electrical cord.

• Dry place for machine and operator. Do not use

the machine while standing in water.

• Level ground where there is plenty of room for

handling and supporting workpiece.

Do not set or mount tool on a flammable

surface or use the abrasive cut-off machine near flam-

mable materials. Sparks and hot chips from grinding of the

workpiece could ignite flammable materials.

2. Clean up the work area prior to setting up any equip-

ment. To prevent slips and falls, always wipe up any

oil that may be present.

3. Place the machine on a flat, level table. Secure the

tool to its support if it tends to slip, walk, or slide during

use.

Failure to place the machine on a stable

surface may result in tipping and serious injury.

4. If workpiece extends beyond the table, use one or

more supports.

Failure to properly support the workpiece

can result in the unit tipping or the workpiece falling.

5. Plug the machine into the electrical outlet making

sure to position the power cord along the clear path

WARNING

ON/OFF

Trigger Switch

WARNING

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