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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. 

Last update: 13/09/2024, 11:30

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• 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, 11:43

• Grinders
• Angle Grinders
• Troubleshooting

Why does my RYOBI Angle Grinder keep cutting out?

Angle Grinders are commonly equipped with several user safety and tool protection systems, such as overload, over-temperature, and anti- kickback.

Last update: 13/09/2024, 12:14

• Grinders
• Angle Grinders
• Application

How to fit & remove Angle Grinder disc using a pin spanner

These instructions apply to RYOBI Angle Grinders with a pin spanner locking nut. The locking nut has four holes around the centre thread to position the pin spanner

Last update: 13/09/2024, 12:21

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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, 12:45

• Grinders
• Angle Grinders
• Troubleshooting

RYOBI Angle Grinder disc has overtightened and jammed

Not installing the disc correctly can cause the disc to overtighten, and potentially jam the disc.  To avoid this from happening, or to fix this issue and prevent this from happening again, you’ll need to remove and refit the disc: 

Last update: 13/09/2024, 13:20

• 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, 13:29