Refer all communications to the nearest
Ingersoll--Rand Office or Distributor.
Ingersoll--Rand Company 2002
PrintedinU.S.A.
04576229
Form P7387
Edition 4
March, 2002
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
MODEL 344--4” AND 3445--4-1/2” ANGLE GRINDER
Model 344 and 3445 Angle Grinder is designed fo r metal dressing, rust removal, weld
preparation and automotive body work.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ENCLOSED -- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
AVAILABLE TO OTHERS THAT WILL OPERATE THIS PRODUCT
F AILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING W ARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJUR Y
PLACING TOOL IN SERVICE
• Always install, operate, inspect and maintain this
product in accordance with all applicable
standards and regulations (local, state, country,
federal, etc.).
• Always use clean, dry air at 90 psig (6.2 bar/620
kPa) maximum air pressure at the inlet. Higher
pressure may result in hazardous situations
including excessive speed, rupture, or incorrect
output torque or force.
• Be sure all hoses and fittings are the correct size
and are tightly secured. See Dwg. TPD905--1 for a
typical piping arrangement.
• Ensure an accessible emergency shut off valve has
been installed in the air supply line, and make
others aware of its location.
• Do not use damaged, frayed or deteriorated air
hoses and fittings.
• Keep clear of whipping air hoses. Shut off the
compressed air before approaching the whipping
hose.
• Always turn off the air supply and disconnect the
air supply hose before installing, removing or
adjusting any accessory on this tool, or before
performing any maintenance on this tool.
• Do not lubricate tools with flammable or volatile
liquids such as kerosene, diesel or jet fuel. Use only
recommended lubricants.
• Keep work area clean, uncluttered, ventilated and
illuminated.
• Do not remove any labels. Replace any damaged
label.
• Quick--disconnect couplings used in conjunction
with a grinder for wheels of four inches diameter
and larger shall be separated from the tool by a
hose whip.
USING THE TOOL
• Always wear eye protection when operating or
performing maintenance on this tool.
• Always wear hearing protection when operating
this tool.
• Always use Personal Protective Equipment
appropriate to the tool used and material worked.
This may include dust mask or other breathing
apparatus, safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, apron,
safety shoes, hard hat and other equipment.
• This tool is not designed for working in explosive
environments, including those caused by fumes and
dust, or near flammable materials.
• This tool is not insulated against electric shock.
• Prevent exposure and breathing of harmful dust
and particles created by power tool use.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
-- lead from lead based paints,
-- crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
-- 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 special ly designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
GB
To Next Page
Need help?
General
