EASTMAN
Form C-1572
Operation
Before operating the machine, read these instructions care-
fully. Familiarize yourself with all the functions and adjust-
ments of the machine.
CAUTION
Operating this machine from an incorrect electrical
supply may damage it.
2. Check that the machine has been lubricated according
to the schedule listed in
Routine Maintenance–Lubrica-
tion
on page 5.
Note:
At this time, carry out the full monthly lubrication
schedule on page 5.
3. Make sure that the sharpener is in the locked position.
To do this, push in the turning knob (Figure 2, F). While
depressing the turning knob, turn the machine over a
few revolutions by hand to see if the knife reciprocates
easily. If the knife does not move easily, the sharpener
may be in the unlocked position.
4. To lock the sharpener in place, lift the release lever
(Figure 2, D) and press the sharpener lever (Figure 2,
E) to release the sharpener. Raise the sharpener
bracket (Figure 2, S) by hand to lock it in place. Once
the sharpener is locked in place, you may disengage
the release lever and sharpener lever. Repeat step 3
to ensure that the sharpener is now locked. If not,
repeat this step.
5. Visually inspect the blade to ensure that the top of the
knife is flush with the knife lockbolt (Figure 7, 1 on page
9) and that the knife is perpendicular to the baseplate.
If you need to adjust the alignment of the blade, see
section
Changing the Knife
on page 9.
6. Check that the main power switch is in the OFF position.
Then connect the attachment plug to the terminal block
on the machine.
7. Hold the operating handle and switch on the machine.
Press the start button and allow the blade to reach full
speed. If the blade is struggling, the sharpener is still
not in the locked position. If this is the case, turn off the
machine and do the following:
7.1 With your left hand, switch the on the machine.
Straddle the front of the sharpener with fingers and
thumb.
7.2 Press the bell crank release lever (Figure 2, H) to
disengage the sharpener mechanism from the motor.
Figure 1. Operating Features
Carrying Handle
Auto-Stop
Operating Handle
Knife Guard-
Pressure Foot
Start Button
Main Power
ON/OFF Switch
Initial Set Up
After the machine has been installed and before you use it
for the first time:
1. Check that the electrical supply current and voltage that
the machine is connected to are the same as stamped
on its name plate. For three-phase machines, also
check that the direction of rotation is correctly set by the
turning knob (Figure 2, F). Refer to the tag attached to
all three-phase machines for detailed instructions.
Pressure
Foot Lift
Handle
2
