Operating
Select a suitable mounted point that has a free running speed
higher than the maximum running speed marked on the tool.
Make sure that the diameter of the shank exactly matches
the diameter of the collet mounted in the grinder. There are
four standard sizes of collet available for use with this grinder,
i.e.
1) - 1/4" dia (0.250ins)(6.35mm)
2) - 6mm (0.236ins)
3) - 1/8" (0.125ins)(3.175mm)
4) - 3mm (0.118ins)
* available to order 2mm, 2.5mm, 3.5mm and 5mm diameter
collets
Never try to force a 1/4" diameter shank into a 6mm collet
or a 1/8" diameter shank into a 3mm collet. Never try to
close a 1/4" diameter collet to secure a 6mm shank or a
1/8" diameter collet to secure a 3mm diameter shank.
Always match correctly the shank size to the collet size. If
uncertain, have parts measured by a competent person.
Push the shank as far as possible into the collet and tighten
the collet nut using the spanners provided on the collet nut
and output spindle.
The shank of the mounted point
may be pulled forward from the
maximum insertion length but
always ensure a minimum gripping
length of not less than 10mm -
See Figure 2.
Be aware that the allowed running
speed of the mounted point is
lowered because of an increase in
the length of the shank between
the end of the collet and the
body of the mounted point.
This distance is shown in
Diagram 2 as "LO" and is called the overhang. The
information with respect to mounted point size, permissible
running speed and reduction in running speed due to an
increase in overhang is available from the supplier of the
mounted point.
If the increase in overhang for access reasons takes the
permissible running speed of the mounted point below the
free running speed of the grinder select a smaller diameter
mounted point.
The fitting of the mounted point should be done by a trained
operator.
When first starting the grinder with a new wheel fitted, the
grinder should not be near other persons and be held in a
protected area, i.e. under a bench and run for a few seconds.
This will protect personnel from possible effects of damage
to the mounted point before it was fitted to the grinder i.e.
wheel breakage.
Always use eye protection and wear protective gloves if
there are sharp edges in the work area. The tool and the
grinding process can create a noise level such that the use
of ear protectors is advised.
If the grinding process creates a dust then use a suitable
Dismantling & Assembly Instructions
Disconnect tool from air supply.
Remove collet nut (32) and collet (31) from spindle (27).
Unscrew housing cap (30) and hold tool in a vice on flats
of retainer (29). Unscrew inlet bushing (34) and filter screen
(13). Remove circlip (12) and pull out exhaust deflector (11).
Remove grinder from vice and locate on flats at air inlet end
of motor housing (10). Tap out pin (8) and remove safety
lever. Do not dismantle safety lever
unless replacement parts are required.
Unscrew retainer (29) and pull out
motor and spindle assembly. To
dismantle, grip motor assembly tightly
by hand and tap the rear end small
diameter of the rotor through the rear end plate (16) and
bearing (15). Remove cylinder (18) and 4 off rotor blades
(19). Grip the rotor in soft jaws and unscrew spindle (27)
from rotor(20). The rotor (20) and bearing spacer (21) may
be pulled or tapped clear from front end plate (23), shims
(25) if fitted and ball bearing (26).
Unscrew valve screw (1) complete with O-Ring (2) using a
wide blade screwdriver and pull out air regulator (4), O-Ring
(3), spring (5), O-Ring (6) and throttle valve(7).
Clean and examine parts for wear and replace only with
manufacturer supplied parts.
Ensure that the faces of end plates (23) and (16) that abut
cylinder (18) are flat and free from burrs. Lap on a flat fine
grade of abrasive paper if necessary. Lightly coat parts with
oil, pack bearings with a lithium or molybdenum based grease
and reassemble in the reverse order.
Reassembly
Note: When reassembling motor assembly, ensure that pins
(17) in the faces of end plates (16) and (23) locate in cylinder
(18) and that pin (22) in the outer diameter of front end
plate (23) locates in the slot of motor housing (10).
Check the collet assembly the function of the safety lever
by pressing the lever/trigger on the tool. Disconnect the air
line and pour into the intake bushing a teaspoonful (5ml) of
a suitable pneumatic motor lubricating oil preferably
incorporating a rust inhibitor. Reconnect tool to air supply
and run tool slowly for a few seconds to allow air to circulate
the oil. If tool is used frequently lubricate on daily basis and
if tool starts to slow or lose power.
It is recommended that the air pressure at the tool whilst
the tool is running is 90 p.s.i./6.3 bar. The tool can run at
lower and higher pressures with the maximum permitted
working air pressure of 100 p.s.i./7.0 bar.
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breathing mask.
Check that the material being worked will not cause harmful
dust or fumes. If this is so then special breathing masks
may be required.
If the grinder vibrates when first fitting a mounted point or
during operation, remove from service immediately and
correct fault before continuing to use.
Do not apply excessive pressure as this will reduce the
cutting efficiency and can bend the shank of the mounted
point causing vibration and the possibility of breakage. Apply
light loads to allow the wheel to cut.
Handle the grinder with care. If the grinder is dropped,
carefully check the mounted point for damage, i.e. cracks,
chipping and start for the first time as for fitting a new wheel
i.e. under a bench.
Never exceed the maximum air pressure. If there is this
possibility always use this grinder with a pressure reducing
valve fitted in the supply line. Your supplier will advise of
suitable equipment.
This grinder is fitted with a speed regulator and the speed
may be reduced by rotating air regulator(4) with a suitable
screwdriver. When making speed checks always rotate the
air regulator to the position to give the highest maximum
speed.
Figure 2. Gripping length of collet and
D
= diameter of mounted point
T
= length of mounted point
Lo
= overhang
S
= diameter of shank
Lg
= gripping length
