{"product_id":"dewalt-397661-01-open-faced-guard-genuine-oem-replacement-angle-grinder-safety-guard","title":"DeWalt 397661-01 Open Faced Guard – Genuine OEM Replacement Angle Grinder Safety Guard","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"95f442b5-0727-485b-8f91-53a59a277d5f\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--sticky-padding-top)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"95f442b5-0727-485b-8f91-53a59a277d5f\" data-turn-id-container=\"95f442b5-0727-485b-8f91-53a59a277d5f\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-461\" data-turn=\"user\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a564ce8-dd20-83ea-a458-fe6abd848766-54\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a564ce8-dd20-83ea-a458-fe6abd848766-54\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a564ce8-dd20-83ea-a458-fe6abd848766-54\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-462\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-15 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"14582009-bd88-4561-bad7-4ff51d644606\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"streaming-animation markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 397661-01\u003cbr data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"29\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"42\"\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power Tool Parts → Angle Grinder Parts → Safety Guards\u003cbr data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e DeWalt 397661-01 Open Faced Guard – Genuine OEM Replacement Angle Grinder Safety Guard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"334\"\u003eDeWalt 397661-01 Open Faced Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM replacement safety guard designed for compatible \u003cstrong data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"444\"\u003eDeWalt angle grinders and cut-off tools\u003c\/strong\u003e. This keyless, adjustable guard mounts securely to the grinder gear housing and helps shield the operator from sparks, debris, and fragments generated during grinding and cutting applications. Its open-faced design provides improved visibility and access to the workpiece while maintaining essential protection. Manufactured to original equipment specifications, it provides a direct-fit replacement for damaged, worn, or missing guards.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"939trr\" data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fbshom\" data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 397661-01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1platsi\" data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eGenuine OEM DeWalt replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8pmx7f\" data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eReplacement open-faced safety guard for angle grinders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ro188h\" data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eKeyless, tool-free guard adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fepe65\" data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eHelps protect against sparks and flying debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13al5zx\" data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eDurable steel construction for long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qos6ip\" data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eOpen-face design provides improved workpiece visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p6iksq\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eDirect-fit OEM replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fyhvnz\" data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eManufactured to original equipment specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1cgu054\" data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp 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data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eAlways verify your tool model, type number, and original part number before ordering to ensure proper compatibility. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2468\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"fjxegz\" data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eFunction of the Open Faced Guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003e397661-01 Open Faced Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dgcyf5\" data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003eHelp shield the operator from sparks and debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m40a5a\" data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003eProvide a protective barrier during grinding and cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tra2gs\" data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003eAllow quick adjustment without tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1duojf6\" data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003eImprove visibility of the work area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"241m76\" data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2777\"\u003eSupport safe grinder operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1el91co\" data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003eRestore the original factory safety configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2831\" data-end=\"2997\"\u003eUsing a genuine OEM replacement guard helps maintain safe operation while preserving the grinder's intended protective features. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2999\" data-end=\"3002\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1cnbljb\" data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003eCommon Signs Replacement Is 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data-start=\"3292\" data-end=\"3425\"\u003eA damaged or missing safety guard can expose the operator to sparks, debris, and wheel fragments, reducing safe operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3427\" data-end=\"3430\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10va281\" data-start=\"3432\" data-end=\"3463\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Service Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3465\" data-end=\"3549\"\u003eDisconnect the grinder from the power source or remove the battery before servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3551\" data-end=\"4138\"\u003eRemove the existing \u003cstrong data-start=\"3571\" data-end=\"3601\"\u003e397661-01 Open Faced Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e by releasing the guard clamp or mounting mechanism according to your grinder's service procedure. Clean the mounting collar and inspect it for damage or excessive wear before installing the replacement guard. Position the new guard over the gear housing, rotate it to the desired position, and secure it using the keyless adjustment mechanism. Before operating the grinder, verify that the guard is firmly locked in place and properly positioned to deflect sparks and debris away from the operator. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4154\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always verify your grinder model and original part number before ordering. 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