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Do I need a spanner to remove the locking nut & disc from a RYOBI Angle Grinder?

For RYOBI Angle Grinders with a tool-free locking nut, these models come fitted with a tool-free blade change nut referred to as a FixTec Locking Nut, which eliminates the need for a pin spanner. The FixTec nut also helps prevent overtightening, as…

Last update: 13/09/2024, 11:33

• Grinders
• Angle Grinders
• Troubleshooting

Can’t remove cutting disc from Angle Grinder

Typically, a cutting disc can be hard to remove because the locking nut was overtightened when fitted to the grinder. A disc will tighten under loading, so excessive tightening will cause issues with removal, that may require a pin spanner or wrench…

Last update: 13/09/2024, 13:34

• Grinders
• Angle Grinders
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Can I lock a RYOBI Angle Grinder’s switch/paddle on?

The paddle/switch is not designed to be locked on. This is a safety measure to prevent the tool from working unintentionally.

Last update: 13/09/2024, 11:48

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• Getting Started

How to fit & remove Angle Grinder disc using tool free locking nut

These instructions apply to RYOBI Angle Grinders with a tool free locking nut (FIXTEC): The locking nut will have a small tab to one side of the centre thread that can flip up, to help lever the locking nut on or off.

Last update: 13/09/2024, 12:56