Official Craftsman bench grinder parts

Common repair parts for Craftsman bench grinders

• Grinding wheel. The grinding wheels spin to remove material from the workpiece.
• Eye shield. The eye shield is a see-through plate of polycarbonate plastic that blocks flying debris from hitting your face and eyes.
• Drive motor. The drive motor spins the grinder wheels.
• On/off switch. The on/off switch turns on and off the grinder drive motor.

Operating tips for your Craftsman bench grinder

• Make sure the power switch is off before plugging in the bench grinder.
• Stand to the side of the bench grinder and turn on the power switch.
• Wait for one minute to allow grinding wheels to come up to a steady speed.
• Turn on the work light.
• Wear work gloves to protect your hands.
• Adjust the eye shield to block debris.
• Move the workpiece lightly across the front surface of the grinding wheel to remove the amount of material desired.