Delta 23-198 User Manual

13. Form a habit of checking to see that all extra 

equipment such as adjusting keys, wrenches, 

scrap, stock, and cleaning rags are removed away 

from the machine before turning on.

14. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the 

machine is in use. If removed for maintenance 

purposes, use extreme caution and replace the 

guards immediately when maintenance is complete.

15. Make sure the tool is firmly secured to a stable work 

surface before use. 

16. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the 

machine, a guard or other part that is damaged 

should be carefully checked to determine that it will 

operate properly and perform its intended function. 

Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of 

moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and 

any other conditions that may affect its operation. 

A guard or other part that is damaged should be 

properly repaired or replaced.

17. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area 

and non-glare, overhead lighting.

18. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of 

scrap material, oil and grease.

19. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. 

Keep children away.

20. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, 

master switches or by removing starter keys.

21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking 

around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-

play" are careless acts that can result in serious 

injury.

22. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you 

do not fall or lean against the tool or its moving 

parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to 

perform any machine operation.

23. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed 

rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job 

for which it was not designed. The right tool will do 

the job better and safer.

24. Use recommended accessories; improper 

accessories may be hazardous.

25. Maintain machinery with care. Follow instructions 

for lubricating and changing accessories.

26. Turn off the machine before cleaning. Use a brush 

or compressed air to remove dust or debris — do 

not use your hands.

27. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could 

occur if the machine tips over.

28. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn 

the power off and do not leave the machine until it 

comes to a complete stop.

29. At all times, hold the stock firmly.
30. Do not use this tool for other than it intended use. If 

used for other purposes, DELTA

®

 Power Equipment 

Corporation disclaims any real or implied warranty 

and holds itself harmless for any injury or damage 

which may result from that use.

This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may 

result in minor injury and/or possible machine damage.

This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may 

result in serious injury or possibly even death.

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1.  dO NOT operate this machine until it is completely 

assembled and installed according to the 

instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can 

cause serious injury.

2.  OBTAIN AdvICE from your supervisor, instructor, or 

another qualified person if you are not thoroughly 

familiar with the operation of this machine. 

Knowledge is safety.

3.  FOLLOw ALL wIRINg COdES and recommended 

electrical connections to prevent shock or 

electrocution.

4.  ALwAYS USE ThE PROvIdEd BLOTTER and 

wheel flanges to mount the grinding wheels on 

the grinder shaft to prevent wheel damage or 

accidental separation. Separation can result in 

fragments flying off the wheel at high speeds.

5.  USE ONLY whEELS suitable for the speed of the 

machine. Unsuitable grinding wheels can come 

apart, throwing fragments out at high speeds.

6.  USE ONLY whEELS that have a bore exactly 

equal to the arbors of the machine. Never attempt 

to machine an undersized wheel to fit an arbor. 

Unsuitable grinding wheels can come apart, 

throwing fragments out at high speeds.

7.  dO NOT overtighten wheel nut.
8.  dO NOT USE A whEEL ThAT vIBRATES. Dress 

the grinding wheel, replace it, or replace the 

bearings of the shaft. Unsuitable grinding wheels 

can come apart, throwing fragments at high 

speeds.

9. INSPECT whEELS before starting the machine 

for cracks or fragments. REPLACE dAMAgEd 

whEELS immediately. Parts of the wheel can be 

thrown at high speeds causing serious injury.

10. AdJUST EYE ShIELdS close to the grinding 

wheel, and re-adjust as the wheel wears down. 

Flying sparks are dangerous and can cause fires or 

explosions.

15. Make sure the tool is firmly secured to a stable work 

surface before use.