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User Manual for HiKOKI G 13VE Angle Grinder
Quick guide for the HiKOKI G 13VE angle grinder. Includes safety instructions, mounting procedures, speed adjustment, maintenance, and technical specifications.
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This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of the HiKOKI G 13VE angle grinder. Always read the full safety warnings before use. Key operations include proper wheel mounting, adjusting the speed dial for different tasks, and regular motor maintenance to ensure longevity.
Safety Warnings
General Power Tool Safety: Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Do not operate in explosive atmospheres. Keep children and bystanders away. Use personal protective equipment, including eye protection.
Grinding and Cutting Safety: This tool is intended for grinding or cut-off operations. Do not use accessories not specifically designed for this tool. Ensure the rated speed of the accessory is at least equal to the maximum speed of the tool. Always use the appropriate guard for the wheel type.
Kickback: Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched or snagged rotating wheel. Maintain a firm grip and position your body to resist kickback forces. Never place your hand near the rotating accessory.
Mounting and Operation
Follow these steps for setup and operation:
- Wheel Guard: Fit and adjust the wheel guard (Fig. 2).
- Side Handle: Fix the side handle securely (Fig. 3).
- Assembling Wheels: Follow specific instructions for assembling the depressed center wheel (Fig. 4), cutting wheel (Fig. 5), or diamond wheel (Fig. 6).
- Switch Operation: Use the switch to turn the tool on and off (Fig. 7).
- Speed Adjustment: This model features an electronic variable speed drive. Use the dial (Fig. 8) to adjust the number of revolutions. Set the dial to 6 for full speed and 1 for the lowest speed.
Maintenance and Inspection
- Wheel Inspection: Regularly inspect the depressed center wheel for cracks and surface defects.
- Mounting Screws: Periodically check all mounting screws and ensure they are tight.
- Supply Cord: If the cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a HiKOKI Authorized Service Center.
- Motor Maintenance: Regularly blow dry air through the tail cover air hole while the motor is running without load to remove accumulated dust and dirt.
Technical Specifications
Model: G 13VE
Power Input: 1320 W
Rated Speed: 2800 – 10000 min-1
Wheel Dimensions: 125 mm (Outer dia.), 22.23 mm (Hole dia.), 6 mm (Thickness)
Weight: 2.1 kg
Manufacturer information
HiKOKI
Practical help
Common problems
Rotational speed becomes unstable.
Do not use the grinder in the immediate vicinity of welding equipment.
Motor overheating or damage.
When using the tool at any value except full speed (dial 6), apply only light pressure to the material surface.
Excessive vibration.
Stop the tool immediately, check for defects, and ensure the wheel is properly mounted.
Before use
- Ensure the power source conforms to the product nameplate.
- Ensure the power switch is in the OFF position.
- Check that the depressed center wheel is the correct type and free of cracks.
- Ensure the wheel is properly mounted and the wheel nut is securely tightened.
- Confirm the push button is disengaged by pressing it 2-3 times before switching on.
Specs in practice
- Wheel Hole Dia.
- 22.23 mm, the diameter of the arbor hole for mounting wheels.
Images and diagrams
- Fig 2: Fitting and adjusting the wheel guard.
- Fig 3: Fixing the side handle.
- Fig 4: Assembling the depressed center wheel.
- Fig 8: Grinding angle and grinding method.
- Fig 9: Adjusting the number of revolutions.
Model compatibility
- Use only wheel types recommended for this power tool.
- Do not use worn-down wheels from larger power tools.
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