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How to fit a guard to a RYOBI Angle Grinder

12/02/2026, 19:21

Before You Begin 

Important: Always remove the battery or disconnect from mains power before installing or removing the guard. 


Preparation Steps 

  1. Ensure the grinder is fitted with the main guard before use.
  2. Always disconnect the power (battery or corded) before installing or removing any guard. 


Fitting the Guard 

  1. Disconnect the grinder from power (remove battery or unplug). 
  2. Align the grooves on the guard with those on the grinder housing (arrow indicators are provided on both the tool and the guard).

    Place the guard on the grinder housing with the grooves aligned (1) (arrow indicators are on the tool and the guard
  3. Once locked in place, press the button on the guard to adjust it to the desired position.

    Once locked in, press the button on the guard (3) to Adjust the guard to the desired position.
  4. The guard must be positioned correctly to protect the operator’s hands — see examples in your user manual.

    Pressing the button (3) will allow you to adjust the guard. It is important that the guard is in place to protect the hands of the operator see below examples.
  5. Clip the cutting guard attachment over the main guard securely.

    Clip over the cutting guard attachment onto the Angle Grinder guard, as shown below;

Note: If your angle grinder includes a clip-on cutting guard, fit it before cutting. This helps contain sparks and debris during operation.
 

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Applicable Models

R18AG7-0, RAG18X, R18AG1, R18AG15, RAG18X1