Unplug the Dewalt grinder power cord from the outlet. Orient the grinder so that the wheel spins from the body of the blade toward the edge. Finally, with the grinder off, rest the grinding wheel against the blade and adjust the angle of the grinder to match the blade’s bevel.
We show you several ways of how to change an angle grinder wheel. Slip your new angle grinder wheel on, and reverse the process. My favorite way to replace an angle grinder wheel involves switching out the stock flange with a Hilti Kwik-Lock flange.
how to change dewalt angle grinder disc Related Question:
How do I get the disc off my angle grinder?
Using the palm of your hand, slide the disc in the direction opposite to the arrow on the disc. This should loosen the nut enough to remove it with your fingers. If that doesn’t work, you can use pliers to break the old disc into pieces, giving you better access to the drive bolt and retaining nut.
Can you change the blade on an angle grinder?
The blade of your angle grinder is held in place by a locking nut. Changing the blade requires this nut to be loosened and removed. This is usually done using a special two-pronged wrench. A wrench that fits the size and shape of your angle grinder’s locking nut should have been in the box when you purchased it.
Which way do you loosen a grinder?
Here’s the easiest way to change an angle grinder wheel: Hold the wheel lock button down and turn the wheel until it locks. Turn the Kwik Lock flange counterclockwise by hand until it loosens.
How do you open a grinder that won’t open?
Do not crush it if you put the grinder head in a vise. You can use a rubber or plastic mallet to tap on the retaining ring. If it still won’t budge, get a torch and heat the retaining ring to expand, then tap sharply, but not too hard, with a light hammer.
When should I replace my grinder disc?
Always replace a cutting disc if it shows any signs of damage. This includes, but is not limited to visible cracks and chips or any signs of bending or twists to the wheel. Cut off wheels should be replaced when they hit their expiration date. This can be found imprinted on the metal center of the disc.
Which way should an angle grinder spin?
Every right-angle grinder is marked with a directional arrow on the head of the grinder that indicates the direction the wheel is rotating when in use. For optimal performance, it’s important to orient the cutting wheel so it rotates into and pulls itself into the workpiece rather than rotating away from the workpiece.
