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ROUTINE INSPECTION
Before each use, inspect the general condition of the
tool. If any of these following conditions exist, do not
use until parts are replaced or the Sharpener is properly
repaired.
Check for:
• Loose hardware,
• Misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• Damaged cord/electrical wiring,
• Cracked or broken parts, and
• Any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
CLEANING & STORAGE
1. Keep the ventilation openings free from dust and de-
bris to prevent the motor from overheating.
2. Use a vacuum or low-pressure compressed air to
remove dust and debris from the tool surfaces, motor
housing and work area.
3. Wipe the tool surfaces clean with a soft cloth or
brush. Make sure water does not get into the tool.
CAUTION!
Most plastics are susceptible to damage
from various types of commercial solvents. Do not use
any solvents or cleaning products that could damage
the plastic parts. Some of these include but are not
limited to: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated
cleaning solvents, and household detergents that con-
tain ammonia.
4. Always empty the water reservoir and wait for the
grinding wheel to dry completely before storage.
Do not
store the machine with a wet or damp grinding wheel.
5. Store the tool in a clean and dry place away from the
reach of children. Store in temperatures between 41° to
86°F.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
To avoid accidents, turn OFF and unplug the tool from the electrical outlet before cleaning,
adjusting, or performing any maintenance work.
WARNING!
Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this tool may be hazardous. Servicing of the
tool must be performed by a qualified technician. When servicing, use only identical WEN replacement parts.
Use of other parts may be hazardous or induce product failure.
6. Cover the tool in order to protect it from dust and
moisture. It is preferable to store it in its original pack-
aging with the instruction manual and all accessories.
LUBRICATION
Check the gearbox monthly and add a small amount of
white-lithium grease if necessary.
WATER RESERVOIR
Periodically empty out the water reservoir. Rinse it of
any metal filings and refill it with clean water to pre-
vent buildup on the wheel itself. Your cleaning schedule
should depend on frequency of use.
Adjust the water reservoir mounting height to make
sure water levels are always sufficient to keep the wheel
wet during grinding operations.
DRESSING THE GRINDING WHEEL
Dress the grinding wheel periodically using dressing
tools (sold separately) to restore or adjust the wheel’s
abrasiveness. Follow the instructions that are included
with your dressing tools and accessories to properly
dress the grinding wheel.
Using a dressing stone with a coarse/smooth face:
• To remove larger amount of materials quickly, dress
the wheel for coarse grinding. Apply the coarse
face of the dressing stone to the grinding wheel to
roughen the wheel’s surface.
• For fine grinding, apply the smooth face of the
dressing stone to the grinding wheel to create a
finer surface.
Maintenance continues on the next page.
