Chicago Pneumatic CP872 Die Grinder Operator's Manual

Safety Warning

⚠ Important Safety Information: To reduce the risk of injury, everyone using, installing, repairing, maintaining, changing accessories on, or working near this tool must read and understand these instructions, as well as separately provided safety instructions (part number 6159948750), before performing any such task.

Product Overview

The Chicago Pneumatic CP872 is a die grinder designed for removing material using abrasives. It is intended for professional use only.

Air Supply Diagram

Figure 01 illustrates the air supply connection. It shows a 1/4 NPT inlet connecting to the tool via a 3/8" (10mm) hose. The diagram also depicts the recommended air preparation components, including a filter, regulator, and lubricator, connected via 1/2" (12mm) NPT fittings.

Tool Illustration

Figure 02 shows the CP872 die grinder. The tool is red with the Chicago Pneumatic logo. It features a trigger (labeled 'A') for operation and an exhaust port. The dimension 'L' is indicated.

Technical Data

Model	Speed	Power	Collet	Air Consumption		Weight	Dimension L	Air Inlet	Inner Hose Diameter	Sound Pressure		Sound Power		Vibrations
	[RPM]	[HP] [W]	[inch] [mm]	[l/min] [SCFM]	[l/min] [SCFM]	[lb] [kg]	[inch] [mm]			[dB(A)]	[dB(A)]	[m/s]	[m/s]
CP872	27,000	0.6 470	1/4" 6.35	20 16.2	34 9.6	1.3 0.6	6.6 167	1/4"	3/8"	98.5	109.5	2.6	0.68

Operation

Fix the accessories properly to the tool.
Connect device as shown in Fig. 01.
To start the machine, pull the trigger (A). Machine speed increases by increasing pressure on the trigger. Release the trigger to stop.

Lubrication

Use an air line lubricator with SAE #10 oil, adjusted to two drops per minute. If an air line lubricator cannot be used, add air motor oil to the inlet once a day.

Maintenance Instruction

Follow local country environmental regulations for safe handling and disposal of all components.
Maintenance and repair work must be carried out by qualified personnel using only original spare parts. Contact the manufacturer or your nearest authorized dealer for advice on technical service or if you require spare parts.
Always ensure that the machine is disconnected from the energy source to avoid accidental operation.
Disassemble and inspect the tool every three (3) months if the tool is used every day. Replace damaged or worn parts.
High wear parts are underlined in the parts list.
To keep downtime to a minimum, the following service kits are recommended: Tune-up kit: see parts list

Disposal

The disposal of this equipment must follow the legislation of the respective country.
All damaged, badly worn or improperly functioning devices MUST BE TAKEN OUT OF OPERATION.
Repair only by technical maintenance staff.

EU Declaration of Conformity

We: CHICAGO PNEUMATIC Tool Co. LLC, 1800 Overview Drive, Rock Hill, SC 29730 - USA, Machine type(s): Die grinder, declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s): CP872, Serial Number: 00001 - 99999, Origin of the product: TAIWAN, is in conformity with the requirements of the council Directives on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to "Machinery" 2006/42/EC (17/05/2006), applicable harmonised standard(s): EN ISO 11148-9:2012. Name and position of issuer: Pascal Roussy (R&D Manager). Place & Date: Saint-Herblain, 03/10/2016. Technical file available from EU headquarter.

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