DeWalt DCG406N User Manual

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DCG406

DeWalt DCG406N Specifications

General

Brand	DeWalt
Model	DCG406N
Category	Grinder
Language	English

Summary

SMALL ANGLE GRINDER DCG406

Technical Data

Detailed specifications of the angle grinder, including voltage, power, and dimensions.

Definitions: Safety Guidelines

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

4) Power Tool Use and Care

c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack

e) Maintain power tools and accessories

5) Battery Tool Use and Care

a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

Safety Warnings Common for Grinding, Sanding, Wire Brushing or Abrasive Cutting-Off Operations

Safety warnings applicable to grinding, sanding, wire brushing, and cutting-off operations.

d) The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal to the maximum speed marked on the power tool

Ensure accessory speed rating meets or exceeds the tool's maximum speed.

e) The outside diameter and the thickness of your accessory must be within the capacity rating of your power tool

Use accessories with diameters and thicknesses within the tool's capacity for safety.

Additional Safety Warnings Specific for Cutting-Off Operations

b) Do not position your body in line with and behind the rotating wheel

c) When wheel is binding or when interrupting a cut for any reason, switch off the power tool

FURTHER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL OPERATIONS

Kickback and Related Warnings

Explains kickback phenomenon and how to avoid it by taking proper precautions.

a) Maintain a firm grip on the power tool and position your body and arm to allow you to resist kickback forces

Maintain a firm grip and proper body position to resist kickback forces.

Safety Warnings Specific for Grinding and Cutting-Off Operations

a) Use only wheel types that are recommended for your power tool and the specific guard designed for the selected wheel

Use only recommended wheel types and guards for safe operation.

c) The guard must be securely attached to the power tool and positioned for maximum safety, so the least amount of wheel is exposed towards the operator

Ensure guard is securely attached and positioned for maximum operator protection.

Features

Power-OFF™ Overload Protection

Details the tool's protection against motor overload and overheating.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack from the Tool (Fig. B)

Guards

CAUTION: Guards must be used with all grinding wheels, cutting wheels, sanding flap discs, wire brushes, and wire wheels

Emphasizes the mandatory use of guards with various accessories.

Mounting and Adjusting the One-Touch™ Guard (Fig. D)

Adjusting the Guard

Mounting Non-Hubbed Wheels (Fig. E)

WARNING: Failure to properly seat the flange/ clamp nut/ wheel could result in serious injury

Warning about the risks of improper seating of flanges, nuts, or wheels.

CAUTION: Included flanges must be used with depressed centre Type 27 and Type 42 grinding wheels and Type 41 cutting wheels

Specifies which flanges to use with specific types of grinding and cutting wheels.

Mounting Sanding Backing Pads (Fig. F)

Mounting and Removing Hubbed Wheels (Fig. A)

NOTICE: Failure to properly seat the wheel before turning the tool on may result in damage to the tool or the wheel

Mounting Wire Cup Brushes and Wire Wheels (Fig. A)

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, wear work gloves when handling wire brushes and wheels

Prior to Operation

Do not use a damaged accessory

OPERATION

Instructions for Use

Proper Hand Position (Fig. G)

Surface Grinding, Sanding and Wire Brushing

CAUTION: Always use the correct guard per the instructions in this manual

Emphasizes using the correct guard for surface grinding, sanding, and wire brushing operations.

1. Allow the tool to reach full speed before touching the tool to the work surface

Edge Grinding and Cutting

WARNING: Do not use edge grinding/cutting wheels for surface grinding applications

Warns against using edge grinding/cutting wheels for surface grinding applications.

4. Once a cut is begun and a notch is established in the workpiece, do not change the angle of the cut

Cutting Metal

For cutting with bonded abrasives, always use the guard type 1

Specify using Type 1 guard for cutting with bonded abrasive materials.

Rough Grinding

Never use a cutting disc for roughing

Prohibits using cutting discs for roughing operations.

Always use the guard type 27

Specifies using Type 27 guard for rough grinding operations.

Cutting Stone

For cutting stone, it is best to use a diamond cutting disc

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories

Warning to disconnect power before performing any maintenance or adjustments.