Does a Craftsman 6 Inch bench grinder model no. 319.190620 require lubrication?

SOURCE: I need a replacement switch for a craftsman 1/2 HP bench grinder

this switch is no longer available from Sears, so I suggest making a wiring drawing and taking the switch to a local electrical supply house and try matching it up with a replacement. It seems to be a simple on/off type switch and I would think that you should have no problem. Let me know if you do and give me the information on the switch and I will try some other sites I know.

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EugenesDIYDen

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• Posted on Apr 25, 2011

SOURCE: HOw do I change grinding

There should be a guard over the wheel, held by several screws. Remove this. The nut holding the wheels loosen in the same direction the wheels turn so this would be anti-clockwise for the right hand wheel and clockwise for the left wheel. When replacing the wheel, ensure you replace the cardboard or rubber washers on the wheel. These spread the pressure evenly when the nut is tightened.

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Mike
Not sure what was happening when the previous reply was created, but the owners manual is part number 211260001 $7.99 at SearsPartsDirect.com

That said, I'm staring at my own copy of the the owners manual and I can't really see why you would want to pay for one. The only really useful information is the parts diagram which is online at SearsPartsDirect.com. The rest is generic grinder information (support workpiece, select proper wheel, etc.) and CYA (always wear gloves and eye protection, don't remopve safety guards, don't use damaged wheels, don't stick your finger in the light socket, don't cross the steet in the middle of the block, etc.)

W Michael S

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• Posted on Feb 25, 2016

SOURCE: How do you tighten the nuts when changing the

There is a left handed thread and a right handed thread on the arbors.

The double-nut method is preferred.

OR

Removal
Right Hand Side (RH)
Wrap a piece of rubber or leather around the threads on the LH side of the arbor & hold with pliers, while turning the RH nut CCW.
Left Hand Side (LH)

Wrap a piece of rubber or leather around the threads on the RH side of the arbor & hold with pliers, while turning the LH nut CW.

Installation
Note: Hand tighten the nut, then 1/4 turn.
Right Hand Side (RH)
Wrap a piece of rubber or leather around the threads on the LH side of the arbor & hold with pliers, while turning the RH nut CW.

Left Hand Side (LH)
Wrap a piece of rubber or leather around the threads on the RH side of the arbor & hold with pliers, while turning the LH nut CWW.

For grinding stones:
ring test the stone discard the stone if it has been dropped be sure the paper washers are installed on the wheelGRINDER SAFETY 101 (graphic injury video so be warned)
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