Functional machine operating instructions
Perform the following steps before each use of your model belt grinder:
1.
Insure that the gap (nip point) between the face of the abrasive belt and the work rest is adjusted so
that your work piece will not pass through this gap. See Figure 2.1
2.
Locate the 5/16 inch allen that secure the grinder arm to the frame. The machine can be adjusted to
positions between vertical to horizontal by loosening this fastener, pivoting the machine and
securing the nuts. Also you must loose the 3/16 allen that secures the contact wheel guard. When
tightening take precaution in not over tightening the allen. As a rule of thumb a ¼ turn past sung
will suffice. See Figure 2.2
3.
Check the nut that secures the contact wheel to its mount. Insure this nut is tightened to 10 to 15
foot pounds of torque. (1.4 - 2 kg force metres) See Figure 2.3
4.
To install or remove abrasive belt apply force to collapse the spring inside of the square frame. See
figure 2.4 – 2.5 The belt can easy be changed by flipping the red (or green) handle to apply force
to the upper control arm. Turn the contact wheel in the direction of belt travel to align the belt.
Close guard door. See the tracking section on the next page to learn how to track the belt.
5.
When selecting where to grind on your machine remember that the X400 has 3 designated grinding
areas. The contact wheel, slack belt area and the platen area. You may wish to create a larger slack
belt area by removing the backup platen. Remove the two allens that secure the platen to the
contact wheel guard. Then rotate the guard forward to cover the pinch point between.
6.
Insure that your hands and other body parts and electrical cords are completely clear of the grinding
belt, and pinch points.
7.
Protect your face and eyes and other body tissue from grinding debris.
Fig. 2.1
Fig. 2.2
Fig. 2.3
Warning: Failure to properly adjust the nip point
may cause your part to become lodge, ejected
and may lead to bodily harm.
Wear proper clothing and
personal protection
equipment we operating
Fig. 2.4
Fig. 2.5
The X400 can run in horizontal
or vertical position or any where
in-between.
