Wen BG9910, Manual

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ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS
INSTALLING THE WORK SUPPORT
T he universal work support (Fig. 3 - 1) acts as both a
work rest and as an attachment arm for various jigs.
The work support can be installed either in the verti-
cal (A) or horizontal (B) position. The diameter of the
work support bar is 12 mm.
• Against wheel rotation
Working against the rotation of the blade removes
larger amounts of material quickly. Use this method
for shaping blades or sharpening axes.
To grind AGAINST the direction of the wheel rotation,
place the work support in the VERTICAL mounts (A).
•
Along wheel rotation
Working along the rotation of the blade is preferable
for more precise jobs that require less material re-
moval. For fine sharpening on tools such as knives,
scissors, or other carving instruments, grind with the
rotation of the wheel.
For grinding and honing ALONG the direction of the
wheel rotation, place the work support in the hori-
zontal mounts (B).
B
A
Fig. 3
CAUTION:
For honing operations, the work support must be installed in the horizontal mounts (B).
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To mount the work support:
1. Select the suitable position for mounting the work support. Orient the work support so that the support arm
is extended over the wheel you’ll be working with.
2. Loosen the mounting locking knobs and slide the work support into the mount bushings.
3. Adjust the height of the work support to fit your workpiece and operation. Refer to the instructions on page
13 for setting up the work support for your blade’s bevel using the angle guide.
4. Use the fine adjustment ring (Fig. 3 - 2) on the threaded bar to make fine adjustments to the work support
as necessary. Make sure the support arm is completely parallel and level with the face of the wheel, whether
it be in the vertical or the horizontal position.
5. Secure the support in place by tightening both locking knobs.
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