Cut-off wheels and grinding wheels do break, and they do so spectacularly, sending shrapnel flying off in all directions. Even with safety glasses or goggles, and a face shield, and body protection when appropriate, I won’t use an angle grinder without its wheel guard properly attached.
Can you take the guard off a grinder?
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Quote from Youtube video: So the wheel locks. And then use your wrench. You can do this with pliers to and then the inner one now we have to loosen these screws.
Are guards required on angle grinders?
Safety guards used on machines known as right angle head or vertical portable grinders shall have a maximum exposure angle of 180°, and the guard shall be so located so as to be between the operator and the wheel during use.
Where should the guard be on an angle grinder?
Position the blade guard at the back towards your body. Use a smooth back and forth motion to guide the flap disc over the material. Let the wheel do the work, but feel free to apply enough pressure to ensure you’re being productive.
How do you take the shield off a grinder?
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Quote from Youtube video: I'll release the latch rotate. The guard. Around until the tabs on the guard. Line up with the slots on the grinder. And then I can pull it away from the hub.
Are angle grinders safe?
Angle grinders can cut through stone, concrete, metal and other hard materials, so they have no trouble cutting through human flesh and bones. Contact with the wheel while in operation can have serious consequences, with deep cuts and even amputations.
Does OSHA require handles on grinders?
A grinding wheel is primarily used to remove scrap metal. OSHA requires several safety guards to be installed on any grinding wheel.
When you need to put a new wheel on your grinder What should you do with the wheel first?
6. When you need to put a new wheel on your grinder, what should you do with the wheel first? Nothing. If it’s a new wheel, straight out of its packaging, just put it right on the grinder.
