ALPHA Grinder
Training
Pre-Flight Checklist
- Always use appropriate PPE
- Use the shortest power cord possible (25 feet if possible)
- Use a heavy-duty cord ONLY: 10–12 GA
- Plug into a circuit with a 20A breaker. If not available plug into a 15A with only the ALPHA running on that circuit
- Allow the machine to run at maximum RPM. Do not “bog” the machine down by applying too much head pressure.
- Check all fasteners to ensure tightness.
- Have a variety of tooling options onsite for effective flooring profiling.
- Attach the ALPHA to a HEPA FILTER ONLY dust collection system, to remove silica-containing dust produced by the concrete diamond grinding process.
Troubleshooting
The machine keeps shutting off on its own
Possible solutions:
- Make sure you are using a short, heavy-duty cord. (if not the breaker in the handle trips and you must restart.
- Decrease head pressure by applying less downward pressure to the handle, allowing the motor to run at maximum RPM.
Machine will not start
Possible solutions:
- Make sure you have power to the machine: cord plugged in, breaker on the wall panel is set.
- Depress the button in the center of the handle assembly, then engage the enabling switches.
- Check the capacitors (this is best done by an electrician).
There's too much dust
The machine is not grinding effectively
Still having trouble?
If these suggestions didn’t answer your question or solve your problem:
Option 1: Contact the customer support staff at the retail location where you bought or rented the machine
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