Alpha Tool.Com.HK Limited Ecoguard Type G ver 1 User Manual

Part No: ECOGRDGR 
Version 1
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Alpha
®
 Ecoguard Type G
Dust Collection Cover
 Instruction Manual
MANUAL
(*Shown with angle grinder / sold separately) 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................................3
 About the Symbols ...............................................................3
Ecoguard Type G Overview ........................................................4
 Accessories .........................................................................4
Installing the Dust Collection Cover ...........................................5
 Installing the Connector...

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Alpha® Ecoguard  Type G Dust Collection Cover.  The 
Ecoguard Type G must be used with a vacuum, or other dust collection system.  
To ensure correct use, read this Instruction Manual and the Instruction Manual for 
the power tool and follow the operating instructions.  Keep this manual in a place 
where operators can access it easily whenever necessary!
 ABOUT THE SYMBOLS
According to the hazard level, all safety notes in this manual are classifi ed into...

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Stainless Steel 
Hose Band
Rubber Hose Adapter
ECOGUARD TYPE G OVERVIEW
 ACCESSORIES 
  Ecoguard Dust Collection Cover w/ Connector (Part# 500028) ..... 1 pc
 Collar .............................................................................................2 pcs
  Additional Connector Assembly for Most 5” Grinders ....................2 pcs 
  Flanges and Lock nut Set for Selected Grinders ................ 1 Set (3pcs)
 Hex Wrench...

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INSTALLING THE DUST COLLECTION COVER
  WARNING!
Be sure to turn off the high-speed angle grinder and remove the plug from 
the electrical outlet before attaching and installing the Dust Collection Cover.
Take the Guard off from the Grinder 
Make sure the Dust Collection Cover is securely attached, otherwise it may 
come loose which could cause injury.
If you installed the Dust Collection Cover to a high-speed angle grinder 
but the connector is loose and cannot be securely attached, do not 
use the...

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If the different Connector is needed, exchange the connector as per the following 
instructions.
Loosen the Screws.
Take the front of the Connector  Assembly off.
Loosen the Flat Head Screws using the Hex Wrench.
Take the back of the Connector Assembly off.
Replace with other Connector.
Place in the other Connector  1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Ecoguard Type G
Screw
Connector Assembly 
(Front)
Hex-WrenchFlat Head Screw
Connector Assembly
(back) 

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Assembly.
Tighten Flat Head Screws with Hex Wrench.
       (DO NOT forget to insert Taper Washers)
Hex-WrenchFlat Head Screw
Tighten the Screws
          (DO NOT forget to insert Spring Washers)
7.
8.
Taper Washer
Screw
M4x10 

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Connector Assembly
  CAUTION!
The Dust Collection Cover is solely designed for use with a grinding cup wheel. Do 
not use with any other type of blade, such as a cutoff or tip saw blades.
MOUNTING THE GRINDING CUP WHEEL TO THE GRINDER
  WARNING!
Make sure the Ecoguard Type G is securely atttached to the grinder, otherwise it 
may come loose, causing injury.
Firmly hold Connector Assembly and tighten the screws. 1. 

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Set the proper Spacer into the spindle.
Set the Base or Inner Flange on the Spacer.
Set the Grinding Cup Wheel on the Base or Inner Flange.
Set the Lock Nut on the Grinding Cup Wheel.
 (Be careful to ensure the correct direction of the Lock Nut)
Depress the spindle and tighten the Lock Nut with the Pin Wrench. 2.
3.
4.
5.
2.
Grinding Cup WheelPin Wrench
Base / Inner Flange
Spindle
Lock Nut 

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Choose proper Spacer to Keep X and 
Y as below:
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