Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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ITEM 69451
8R0 oPIEtCaE ry Tool Set
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improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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described herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
electrical safety
1. power tool plugs must match
the outlet. never modify the plug
in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with grounded power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.
3. Do not abuse the cord. never use
the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
2. Do not expose power tools
to rain or wet conditions.
4. if operating a power tool in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a
Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
Ground Fault Circuit interrupter
(GFCi) protected supply. Use of a GFCI
reduces the risk of electric shock.
personal safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use
a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
result in serious personal injury.
2. use personal protective equipment.
always wear eye protection.
7. if devices are provided for the
connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used.
Use of these devices can reduce
dust-related hazards.
Safety equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
3. prevent unintentional starting.
ensure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to power source,
picking up or carrying the tool.
8. Only use safety equipment
that has been approved by an
appropriate standards agency.
Unapproved safety equipment may
not provide adequate protection.
Eye protection must be ANSI-approved
and breathing protection must be
NIOSH-approved for the specific
hazards in the work area.
Carrying power tools with your finger on
the switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench
before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to
a rotating part of the power tool
may result in personal injury.
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power tool use and care
1. Do not force the power tool.
use the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool
will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
5. maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. if damaged,
have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained power tools.
2. Do not use the power tool if the
switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely
to bind and are easier to control.
dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the
power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or 7. use the power tool, accessories and
storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
tool bits etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
4. Store idle power tools out of the
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool
or these instructions to operate the
power tool. Power tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
Service
have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Rotary tool Safety Warnings
1. Maintain labels and nameplates
on the tool. These carry important
safety information. If unreadable or
missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools
for a replacement.
4. When using a handheld power tool,
maintain a firm grip on the tool with
both hands to resist starting torque.
5. Do not depress the spindle lock
when starting or during operation.
2. Avoid unintentional starting.
Prepare to begin work before
turning on the tool.
6. Do not leave the tool unattended when
it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
Turn off the tool, and unplug it from
its electrical outlet before leaving.
3. Do not lay the tool down until it
has come to a complete stop.
7. This product is not a toy.
Moving parts can grab the surface
and pull the tool out of your control.
Keep it out of reach of children.
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8. WARNING: Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities,
contains chemicals known [to the State
of California] to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
9. WARNING: Handling the cord on this
product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California
to cause cancer, and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling. (California Health &
Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
10.People with pacemakers should
consult their physician(s) before use.
Electromagnetic fields in close
proximity to heart pacemaker could
cause pacemaker interference
or pacemaker failure.
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement
or other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type
of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
11. The warnings, precautions, and
instructions discussed in this instruction
manual cannot cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and
caution are factors which cannot
be built into this product, but must
be supplied by the operator.
(California Health & Safety Code
§ 25249.5, et seq.)
vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use.
2. Do not smoke during use.
Repeated or long-term exposure to
vibration may cause temporary or
permanent physical injury, particularly
to the hands, arms and shoulders.
To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
Nicotine reduces the blood supply
to the hands and fingers, increasing
the risk of vibration-related injury.
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
vibration effects on the user.
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly
or for an extended period should first
be examined by a doctor and then
have regular medical check-ups to
ensure medical problems are not
being caused or worsened from use.
Pregnant women or people who have
impaired blood circulation to the hand,
past hand injuries, nervous system
disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s
Disease should not use this tool.
If you feel any symptoms related to
vibration (such as tingling, numbness,
and white or blue fingers), seek
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration
when there is a choice.
5. Include vibration-free periods
each day of work.
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible
(while still keeping safe control of it).
Let the tool do the work.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as
explained in this manual. If any abnormal
vibration occurs, stop use immediately.
medical advice as soon as possible.
Save theSe inStRuCtiOnS.
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Grounding
tO pRevent eleCtRiC ShOCK anD Death FROm
inCORReCt GROunDinG WiRe COnneCtiOn:
Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided
with the tool. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged.
if damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. if the plug will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This tool’s power adapter may be used in
either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the
preceding illustration. (See Figure a.)
Figure a: Outlets for 2-prong plug
extension Cords
note: Extension cords must not be used with this item’s power adapter.
Symbology
table a: Symbology
table a: Symbology
Double Insulated
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
n xxxx/min.
0
WARNING marking concerning Risk
of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved
safety goggles with side shields.
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Volts Alternating Current
Amperes
Read the manual before
set-up and/or use.
WARNING marking
concerning Risk of Fire.
Do not cover ventilation ducts.
v~
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Electric Shock.
a
Maintain Power cord properly.
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Specifications
Tool Input
12VDC
Adapter Input
120V~ / 60Hz
Rotation Speed 16,000 RPM
Collet Size 1mm, 3mm, 3/32″, and 1/8″
Setup - Before use:
Read the entiRe impORtant SaFetY inFORmatiOn section
at the beginning of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Functions
1/8″ Shank with
Buffing Wheel
power Switch
Collar
lock Button
accessories
note: Refer to Parts List and Diagram on page 11 for accessory illustrations.
• Use the Diamond Burr Bits (4) to drill
• Use the Wire Wheels (9) to clean
hard, brittle materials, such as tile.
dirty or rusted surfaces.
• Use the mounted Stones (5) for
• Use the Whet Stone (10) for sharpening.
• Use the Drill Bits (11) to bore small holes.
sharpening cutting tools, screwdrivers etc,
deburring metal after cutting, and removing
excess material on metal and ceramics.
• mandrels are the shanks with
a threaded or screw head.
Use them with the cut-off wheels,
polishing wheels, and sanding discs.
The shank without threads on the
end is for the felt polishing wheels.
• Use the Sanding Drums (6) to smooth
out rough areas on soft materials.
• Use the Cut-off Wheels (7) for cutting,
carving and slotting materials.
• Use the Buffing Wheels (8) for polishing.
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Operating instructions
Read the entiRe impORtant SaFetY inFORmatiOn section
at the beginning of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
tool Set up
tO pRevent SeRiOuS injuRY FROm aCCiDental OpeRatiOn:
turn the power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug
the tool from its electrical outlet before installing accessories.
1. Hold the Lock Button down
and unscrew the Collar.
5. Insert the Accessory’s
shank into the Collet.
2. Choose the right Accessory for the job
(see previous page) and the Collet
that matches the Accessory’s shank.
6. Hold the Lock Button down,
and tighten the Collar.
7. Release the Lock Button. Pull on the
Shank to ensure that it is secure.
3. Insert the Collet into the Rotary Tool.
4. Place the Collar over the Collet,
but do not tighten yet.
Work piece and Work area Set up
1. Designate a work area that is clean
and well-lit. The work area must
not allow access by children or pets
to prevent distraction and injury.
3. Secure loose work pieces using
a vise or clamps (not included) to
prevent movement while working.
4. There must not be objects, such
as utility lines, nearby that will
present a hazard while working.
2. Route the power cord along a safe
route to reach the work area without
creating a tripping hazard or exposing
the power cord to possible damage.
The power cord must reach the work
area with enough extra length to allow
free movement while working.
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General Operating instructions
1. Plug the Power Adapter into a standard,
grounded 120V electrical outlet.
4. Contact the material lightly. Do not press
hard on the tool while working;
allow the tool to work at its own pace.
It is better to make several shallow
passes than to make one deep pass.
2. Connect the Rotary Tool to
the Power Adapter.
3. Turn the Power Switch “ON” and
allow the Rotary Tool to come up to
full speed before beginning work.
5. To prevent accidents, turn off the tool and
disconnect its power supply after use.
Clean, then store the tool indoors
out of children’s reach.
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user-maintenance instructions
procedures not specifically explained in this manual
must be performed only by a qualified technician.
tO pRevent SeRiOuS injuRY FROm aCCiDental OpeRatiOn:
turn the power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from
its electrical outlet before any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
tO pRevent SeRiOuS injuRY FROm tOOl FailuRe:
Do not use damaged equipment. if abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, maintenance, and lubrication
1. BeFORe eaCh uSe, inspect
the general condition of the tool.
Check for loose screws, misalignment
or binding of moving parts, cracked
or broken parts, damaged electrical
wiring, and any other condition that
may affect its safe operation.
2. aFteR uSe, clean external surfaces
of the tool with clean, moist cloth.
3.
WaRninG! if the supply cord
of this power tool is damaged,
it must be replaced only by a
qualified service technician.
pleaSe ReaD the FOllOWinG CaReFullY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST
AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY.
NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION
OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS qUALIFIED
TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS qUALIFIED
TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER
AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR ExPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS
REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED
TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK
AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL
PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF
HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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parts list and Diagram
part
1
Description
Qty
1
Rotary Tool
2
Power Adapter
1
3
Collet
4
4
5
6
7
8
9
Diamond Burr Bit (3/32″ Shank)
Mounted Stone (3/32″ Shank)
Sanding Drum (3/32″ Shank)
Cut-off Wheel (1/8″ Shank)
Buffing Wheel (1/8″ Shank)
Wire Wheel (1/8″ Shank)
20
10
2
25
4
6
2
10 Whet Stone
1
11 Drill Bit (1mm, 3mm, 3/32″ & 1/8″)
4
7
1
8
2
9
3
4
10
11
5
Record product’s Serial number here:
note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high
quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product
is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the
date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities,
criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY
IS ExPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, ExPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation
of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies
the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you
with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we
determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the
scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
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