Grind at an angle above 30 degrees to the workpiece with a depressed centre grinding wheel.
Grinder cutting wheel safety.
To cut steel plate rode or steel casing cutter wheels are used.
The rpm rating of the disc blade must be higher than that of the angle grinder.
Use the correct wheel for the machine s size and speed and the work to be performed.
Going for the wrong speed.
The speed varies among various grinding wheels.
Cut off wheels subjected to improper side grinding.
Keep the working area around cutting and grinding operations clear.
The metal being ground an also be wasted.
To work with high strength steel there are harder wheels.
A cutting disc should not be used for grinding.
Always use proper guard with grinding wheel it protects operator from broken wheel fragments.
The most common resin bonded wheels are type 27 depressed center for grinding and cutting and type 1 flat for cutting.
Always wear appropriate safety clothing such as dust mask gloves ear protection overalls and safety shoes.
Safety practices that must be followed to minimize accidents and maximize safety when using angle grinders and resin bonded wheels apply to the wheels the grinder and the operator.
Using the wrong wheel can cause safety hazards for the grinder as well as it will damage the wheel.
Adjust guards to deflect flying particles away from operator.
Always secure the workpiece firmly while it is being cut or ground.
Keep other employees away while operating power tools.