MINI GRINDER
MODEL H3117
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © OCTOBER, 2002 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
1821 VALENCIA ST., BELLINGHAM, WA 98227
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
PRINTED IN CHINA
SAFETY
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual
Before Operating This Equipment
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous
conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are
intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progres-
sion of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by them-
selves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident pre-
vention measures.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information
about proper operation of the equipment.
NOTICE
Safety Instructions
1. KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN
6. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do
not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry which may get caught in
moving parts. Non-slip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of check-
ing to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from winch
before operation.
7. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASS-
ES. Also use face or dust mask if
cutting operation is dusty. Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resis-
tant lenses, they are NOT safety
glasses.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All chil-
dren should be kept at a safe dis-
tance from winch.
4. DO NOT USE UNDER THE INFLU-
ENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL.
5. NEVER ALLOW UNTRAINED
USERS TO RUN THIS TOOL
WHILE UNSUPERVISED.
8. IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THE
INTENDED OPERATION, STOP
USING THE TOOL.
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Safety Instructions For Power Tools
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for
best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD
for the tool. Make sure your exten-
sion cord is in good condition.
Conductor size should be in accor-
dance with the chart below. The
amperage rating should be listed on
the motor or tool nameplate. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. Your extension
cord must also contain a ground wire
and plug pin. Always repair or
replace extension cords if they
become damaged.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before ser-
vicing and changing accessories,
such as blades, bits, cutters, and
the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNIN-
TENTIONAL STARTING. Make
sure switch is in off position before
plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCES-
SORIES. Consult the owner’s
manual for recommended acces-
sories. The use of improper acces-
sories may cause risk of injury.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords
AMP
RATING
0-6
LENGTH
50ft
16
25ft
18
18
16
14
12
10
100ft
16
14
14
12
18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is dam-
aged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mount-
ing, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.
7-10
16
16
12
12
11-12
13-16
17-20
21-30
10
No
10
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not
wear loose clothing, gloves, neck-
ties, rings, bracelets, or other jewel-
ry which may get caught in moving
parts. Non-slip footwear is recom-
mended. Wear protective hair cover-
ing to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.
Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty. Everyday eye-
glasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they are NOT safety glass-
es.
No list of safety guidelines can be
complete. Operating this tool may
require additional safety precau-
tions specific to your working
environment. Failure to use rea-
sonable caution while operating
this tool could result in serious
personal injury.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a
vise to hold work when practical. It’s
safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate tool.
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
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INTRODUCTION
The specifications, details, and pho-
Commentary
tographs in this manual represent the
Model H3117 as supplied when the manu-
al was prepared. However, owing to
Grizzly’s policy of continuous improve-
ment, changes may be made at any time
with no obligation on the part of Grizzly. If
you have any comments regarding this
manual, please write to us at the address
below:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
Technical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
C
/O
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069
Lack of familiarity with this manual
could cause serious personal injury.
Spend a sufficient amount of time
becoming familiar the contents of
this manual, including all the safety
warnings.
Most importantly, we stand behind our
tools. If you have any service questions or
parts requests, please call or write us at
the location listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model
H3117 Mini Grinder. This model is part of
a growing Grizzly family of fine tools.
When used according to the guidelines set
forth in this manual, you can expect years
of trouble-free, enjoyable operation and
proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer
satisfaction.
E-Mail: [email protected]
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The Model H3117 features a ⁄8" collet, a
collet lock, a collet wrench, removable
electric motor brushes, a variable speed
dial, and a wide assortment of bits.
We are pleased to provide this manual
with the Model H3117. It was written to
encourage safety considerations and
guide you through general operating pro-
cedures and maintenance. This manual
represents our effort to produce the best
documentation possible.
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OPERATION
3. While applying pressure to the Collet
About Your New Grinder
Lock, use your other hand to rotate the
Collet Nut and loosen it. At some point
through the rotation the Collet Lock will
engage, preventing further rotation of
the Collet Nut.
The Grizzly Model H3117 is a variable
speed, rotary-style tool capable of speeds
from 0-30,000 RPM. It is capable of a wide
range of grinding, cutting, polishing,
drilling, engraving, and cut-off operations.
4. With the Collet Lock engaged, the
Collet Nut should easily loosen and
unthread by hand. DO NOT complete-
ly remove the Collet Nut from the shaft.
Please take the time to become familiar
with this instruction manual. The informa-
tion contained will allow you to get the
maximum enjoyment and use from your
new tool.
5. Insert the end of a bit into the Collet. At
1
least
⁄2" of the bit shaft should be
mounted into the end of the Collet.
Installing Bits
6. While depressing the Collet Lock,
rotate the Collet Nut to secure the bit.
Only hand tighten the bit. Excessive
tightening with the Collet Wrench is not
necessary.
The Model H3117 can use most bits and
cutters that have a 1⁄8" diameter shaft. See
the Grizzly catalog or website for a com-
plete listing of available bits and acces-
sories.
Before Start Up
1. Be sure the bit and the Collet Nut are
DO NOT use bits or cutters with a
cutting surface larger than 1" in
diameter. The bit could break apart
under the stresses of high speed use
causing serious personal injury.
secure on the grinder shaft.
2. Wear safety glasses and a dust mask
when operating the grinder.
3. Turn the Power Switch to the OFF “—”
To install a bit:
position.
1. Unplug the tool from the power
source!
4. Plug the grinder into the power source.
2. Depress the Collet Lock. The Collet
Lock is a small black button near the ip
of the Grinder. Initially the Collet Lock
may not depress when pushed; how-
ever, continue to apply and hold pres-
sure on the Collet Lock.
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Using The Grinder
High RPM Uses
Higher RPM settings are best for general
carving, cutting, routing, and grinding. The
grinder will perform more work at faster
RPM settings.
Failure to wear safety glasses while
operating the grinder could cause
serious personal eye injury.
Low RPM Uses
Lower RPM settings are best for grinding
and cutting materials that have low melting
points. Plastics in particular will often melt
from the extreme heat generated by high
speed bits.
The Model H3117 is best suited for high
RPM, low torque applications. Most opera-
tions performed with the grinder will per-
form best at the higher RPM settings; how-
ever, slower RPM settings are ideal when
working with plastics that melt easily.
Always test the bit and RPM combination
on a scrap piece of material similar to the
workpiece. Trial and error is the best way
to determine the ideal setup.
Use low RPM settings when working
with plastics or other materials with
low melting points. Melted plastics
can liquefy, be thrown into the air,
and stick to the operator, causing
serious personal injury.
To use the grinder:
1. Grasp the grinder with a secure grip.
Low RPM settings are also ideal for polish-
ing and buffing with the felt accessories
included.
2. Turn the Power Switch to the ON “O”
position.
3. Adjust the Speed Dial to change the
RPM. “1” is the lowest RPM and “Max”
is the highest RPM. The best speed for
each job can vary.
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MAINTENANCE
Unplug the grinder from the power
source before performing any mainte-
nance!
Carbon Brushes
The Model H3117 has a brush-type electric
motor. Periodically remove and inspect the
2 carbon brushes under the Brush Covers.
New brushes have a grey-copper color. If
the brushes are pitted, cracked, or are
black colored, replace them.
Cleaning The Grinder
While wearing safety glasses, periodically
clean the grinder with compressed air. DO
NOT use flammable products to clean the
grinder.
Gasoline or petroleum products used
to clean the tool could explode caus-
ing serious personal injury. DO NOT
use gasoline or petroleum products
to clean the tool.
Repairs
The Model H3117 is an insulated and UL®
listed tool which should only be repaired by
a qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to
open the tool housing or perform any elec-
trical repair. Contact or Customer Service
Department if the tool stops working or
malfunctions.
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PARTS
9
1
4
5
2
3
6
8
7
REF PART #
DESCRIPTION
01
PH3117001 GRINDER ASSEMBLY
02` PH3117002 COLLET NUT
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
PH3117003 COLLET
PH3117004 MOTOR BRUSH (2)
PH3117005 BRUSH COVER (2)
PH3117006 NOSE
PH3117007 COLLET WRENCH
PH3117008 BIT ACCESSORY KIT
PH3117009 CARRYING CASE
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NOTES
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NOTES
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WARRANTY AND RETURNS
Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original
purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly
or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of main-
tenance. This is Grizzly’s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be
implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any particular purpose, are here-
by limited to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant or represent that the
merchandise complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so
warrants. In no event shall Grizzly’s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price
paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State
of Washington, County of Whatcom.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, con-
tingent, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
To take advantage of this warranty, contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details.
We will then issue you a “Return Authorization Number,” which must be clearly posted on
the outside as well as the inside of the carton. We will not accept any item back without this
number. Proof of purchase must accompany the merchandise.
The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they con-
stantly strive to achieve better quality equipment. We make every effort to ensure that our
products meet high quality and durability standards and we hope you never need to use this
warranty.
Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the man-
ual.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
E-Mail:
Thank you again for your business and continued support. We hope to serve you again
soon!
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WARRANTY CARD
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us develop better products and services. Of course, all information is strictly confidential.
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10. Which portable/hand held power tools do you own?
Check all that apply.
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2. What is your annual household income?
___$20,000-$29,999
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___$40,000-$49,999
___$50,000-$59,999
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13. What other companies do you purchase your tools
and supplies from?
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14. Do you think your purchase represents good value?
___Yes
___No
___Mortiser
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___Other______________________________
15. Would you recommend Grizzly to a friend?
___Yes ___No
16. Would you allow us to use your name as a refer-
ence for Grizzly customers in your area? Note: We
never use names more than three times.
7. How many of your woodworking machines are
Grizzly? _____________
___Yes
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8. Which benchtop tools do you own? Check all
that apply.
17.Comments:________________________________
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___5" - 8" Drill Press ___Mini Lathe
___8" Table Saw
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