ENGLlSH
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or
accessories which may have occurred during
transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and
understand this manual prior to operation.
Descrlptlon
(fig. 1)
A
WARNING:
Never modify the power
ill
tool or any part of
lt.
Oamage or
personal injury could result.
a. On/off switch
b. Unlocking switch
c. Spindle lock
d. Guard
e. Side handle
f.
LED indicator (DWE4579, DWE4579R,
DWE4597,DWE4599)
g. Lock-on button (DWE4579, DWE4579R,
DWE4597,DWE4599)
INTENDED USE
The DWE4557, DWE4597 heavy-duty angle grinders
have been designed for professional grinding,
cutting, sanding and wire brushing.
The DWE4559, DWE4579, DWE4599, DWE4579R
heavy-duty angle grinders have been designed for
professional grinding
'and
cutting applications.
DO NOT
use grinding wheels other than centre
depressed wheels and fìap-disk.
DO NOT
use under wet conditions or in presence
01
flammable liquids or gases.
These heavy-duty angle grinders are prolessional
power tools.
DO NOT
let children come into contact with the
tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced
operators use this
tool,
• This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) suffering Irom diminished
physical, sensory or mental abilities; lack
01
experience, knowledge or skills unless they are
supervised by a person responsible lor their
safety. Children should never be left alone with
this
product,
Oust Ejection System
The dust ejection system defiects debris that would
be harmful to the motor and allows cleaner air to
pass over the motor.
Overload Protection
DVVE4579,DVVE4579R,DVVE4597,DVVE4599
The power supply to the motor will be reduced in
case
01
motor overload. The power will retum to
normal once the tool has cooled down to suitable
operating temperature.
Electronic Clutch
DVVE4579, DVVE4579R, DVVE4597, DVVE4599
The electronic torque limiting clutch reduces the
maximum torque reaction transmitted to the
operator in case
01
jamming of a disco This leature
also prevents the gearing and electric motor trom
stalling. The level
01
the electronic clutch has been
factory set and cannot be adjusted.
LED Indicator (fig. 1)
DVVE4579, DVVE4579R, DVVE4597, DVVE4599
The LED indicator light
(D,
mounted at the top
01
the handle, acts as an alert to the activation
01
the
electronic leatures
01
the unit described above.
The light will activate and maintain a constant light
when one
01
the above clutch or overload leatures is
activated. Once the unit has been reset by releasing
the switch or allowing the unit to cool the light will
de-activate. Il the LED light is Ilashing constantly
please consult your local DEWALT service agent
No-volt Release Switch
DVVE4579,DVVE4579R,DVVE4597,DVVE4599
The on/off switch has a no-volt release lunction.
Il the tool should become disconnected frorn the
power source tor any reason, the switch has to be
deliberately reactivated.
Soft Start Feature
DVVE4579, DVVE4579R, DVVE4597, DVVE4599
The soft start feature allows a slow speed build-up
to avoid an initial jerk when starting. This leature is
particularly uselul when working in confined
spaces.
Auto-balance Feafure
DVVE4599 ONLY
The auto-balance leature continuously adjusts
balance to reduce the vibration of the tool when it
is running. This improves user comfort during the
operation and is particularly uselul when using the
tool for long periods
01
time.
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ENGlISH
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed lor one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
[Q]
Your DEWALT tool is double insulated in
D
accordancewith EN 60745; therelore no
earth wire i~ required. .
A
WARNING: 115
V units have to
ili
be operated via
a
fail-safe isolating
transformer with an earth screen
between the primary and secondary
winding.
Il the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
DEWALT service organization.
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K.
&
Ireland Only)
If
a
new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• 5afely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminai in
theplug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminai.
/;).. WARNING:
No connection
is
to be
L.:J.::::.
made to the earth terminai.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with gooa
qua/ity plugs. Recommended fuse:
13
A.
Using an Extension Cable
Il an extension cable is required, use an approved
3-core extension cable suitable lor the power input
01
this tool (see
Technical Data).The
minimum
conductor size is 1.5 mm'; the maximum length
is30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.
ASSEMBLY ANO AOJUSTMENTS
A
WARNING:
To
reduce the risk
ill
of serious personal injury, tum
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
i8
off.
Attaching Side Handle (fig.
6)
A
WARNING:
Before using the tool,
ill
check that the handle
is
tightened
seèurelr
Far grinding, screw the side handle (e) tightly into
one
01
the holes (q) on either side
01
the gear case
(lig.6).
For cutting,:screw the side handle (e) tightly into the
top hole (r) or into one of the holes (q) 011 either side
of the gear case.
Fitting and Removing a
8acking pad/Sanding
sheet
(fig. 1, 4)
1. Piace the tool on a table or flat surface, with the
guard facing
up.
2. Remove the backing flanqe (I).
3.
Piace the rubber backing pad correctly onta the
spindle (m).
4. Piace the sanding sheet on the rubber backing
pad,
5. Screw the threaded clamp nut (n) onto the
spindle. The ring on the threaded clamp nut
must
tace
towards the rubber backing pad.
6. Press the spindle lock bulton
(c)
and rotate the
spindle (m) until it locks in position.
7. Tighten the threaded clamp nut (n) with the two-
pin spanner.
8.
Release the spindle lock.
9. To remove the rubber backing pad, loosen
the threaded clamp nut (n) with the two-pin
spanner.
Fitting a Wire Cup
Brush
Screw the wire-cup brush directly onta the spindle
without the use
01
the spacer and threaded Ilange.
Mounting and Removing
the
Guard
(fig.
2)
A
WARNlNG: To reduce the risk
ill
of serious personal injury, tum
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.
"" CAUTION:
Guards must be used with
/III
this grinder.
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