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© 84 Engineering 2021 
   Rev 1 

 

 

 

 
 

Assembly and Operating Instructions 

Shop Mate 48  

48 inch Belt Grinder 

 

 

 

 
 
84 Engineering Pty Ltd 

www.84engineering.com.au

 

Made in Australia 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Shop Mate 48

Page 1: ... 84 Engineering 2021 Rev 1 Assembly and Operating Instructions Shop Mate 48 48 inch Belt Grinder 84 Engineering Pty Ltd www 84engineering com au Made in Australia ...

Page 2: ...tor negligence misuse of the machine failure to utilise approved accessories or spare parts or unauthorised modifications to the machine If there are any questions or comments Please contact your 84 Engineering equipment provider WARNING All dust created as a result of grinding on this machine should be considered harmful to human health at all levels of exposure Appropriate respiratory masks shou...

Page 3: ... 3 1 Component assembly 7 3 2 Component assembly 7 3 3 Securing the Grinder 10 3 4 Variable frequency drive VFD and power switch mounting 10 4 Accessories and Spares 11 4 1 Accessories 11 4 2 Spare parts 11 5 Operation 11 5 1 Belt fitting and start up 11 5 2 Small wheel attachment and arm 12 5 3 Cleaning and maintenance 13 5 4 Bench and Pedestal Mount 13 6 Trouble Shooting 14 ...

Page 4: ...r where mobile bases are utilised ensure wheels are locked prior to operating the machine Keep children and visitors away from operating machines and consider childproofing the workshop area Do not use machine in wet or damp areas or in areas that may have flammable or noxious fumes Ensure there is sufficient lighting around the machine and on the machine workface If the machine is powered using a...

Page 5: ... operating grinders Do not turn on grinders with the workpiece in contact with the abrasive grinding surface When operating disc grinders only grind on the portion of the disc rotating in a downwards direction Never leave the grinder running whilst unattended The grinder is a hand hazard Keep fingers and hands clear of moving parts and moving abrasive surfaces 1 3 Dust Extraction Systems WARNING D...

Page 6: ...backing 4 way rotating platen Yes Slack belt operation Yes 2 and 3 inch contact wheels Yes Belt Tracking Flat plane belt tracking Grinder Frame Fully Welded Frame Arm Slots 3 Work Rest Fixed work rest Spark Guard Yes Variable Speed Motor 1 5 hp Deluxe Shop Mate 48 Variable Speed Drive 1 5 hp Universal Tool Rest Yes Small Wheel Attachment Yes complete with 19mm and 25mm wheels Grinder Mount Bench m...

Page 7: ...o 17 This is done by screwing in the mounting bolt and securing with a 12mm spanner 3 2 Component assembly Figures 1 to 5 below show the detail assembly of the Shop Mate 48 A full parts list for the Shop Mate 48 grinder is shown in Table 2 below NOTE The parts list covers the base grinder components only Figure 1 48 Grinder Body Assembly refer Table 2 for parts list Refer Figure 2 ...

Page 8: ... 84 Engineering 2021 Page 8 of 14 Figure 2 48 Tension Arm Assembly refer Table 2 for parts list Figure 3 48 Platen Assembly refer Table 2 for parts list ...

Page 9: ... 84 Engineering 2021 Page 9 of 14 Figure 4 48 Platen Stop Collar Detail Figure 5 48 Final Assembly ...

Page 10: ...2 Washer PLATEN 25 1 SM 48 Platen support 26 1 2 Idler wheel 27 1 3 Idler wheel 28 1 SM 48 Platen 29 2 Platen brackets 30 1 M10 Spigot 31 1 Stop collar 32 1 M5x5 Grub screw 4NM 33 2 M10x50 SHCS 35NM 34 1 M10x25 SHCS 60NM 3 3 Securing the Grinder The grinder or grinder stand if used must be securely fixed to a work bench or surface that is of adequate strength and stability 3 4 Variable frequency d...

Page 11: ...84 Engineering equipment supplier for full details of available spares 5 Operation 5 1 Belt fitting and start up Loosen and move the tool rest to allow sufficient clearance to fit the belt Prior to fitting belts ensure the belt is in good condition the belt join is secure and there are no rips or tears Ensure if belts are marked on the back as unidirectional that belts are running in the correct d...

Page 12: ...in operation 5 2 Small wheel attachment and arm The small wheel attachment assemblies connect directly to the standard platen arm in lieu of platen Figure 6 Small Wheel Attachment Connection Figure 7 shows the different assembly connection detail for the 6mm 12 7mm attachment versus the 20mm 25mm attachment Figure 7 Small Wheel Attachment Connection 6mm and 12mm small wheel attachment arrangement ...

Page 13: ...ing The height adjustment allows the grinder height to be adjusted so that the universal tool rest can be moved from a height of approximately 750mm to 1050mm above floor level The bench mount pedestal allows the Shop Mate 48 to be rotated 90degrees from a vertical to a horizontal operating position The height adjustable pedestal mount allows Shop Mate 48 grinder to be rotated 90 degrees from a ve...

Page 14: ...amaged wheel bearings Check and replace as necessary Slack Belt Belt slipping Belt tensioner fully raised Adjust platen support arm to correct location Worn grinder gas strut Replace strut Excessive grinding pressure Reduce grinding pressure Excessive wheel wear Incorrect wheel alignment Check wheel alignment Debris on wheel surfaces Clean and adjust as necessary Excessive vibration Damaged or wor...

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