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GraverMach AT

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

1U

IMPORTANT

Read these instructions BEFORE operating the machine. 

There are a few things that must be done before 

connecting the machine to any power source.

NOTICE

This machine requires clean, dry oil free air. We suggest 

using an oil free compressor. If your compressor is an 

oil type, you MUST have an oil removal filter (coalescing 

type) in the air supply line to this machine. If you are 

unsure of this requirement, please call 800-835-3519 

or 620-343-1084 and ask for Technical Services. 

OIL 

CONTAMINATION IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.

Summary of Contents for GraverMach AT

Page 1: ...any power source NOTICE This machine requires clean dry oil free air We suggest using an oil free compressor If your compressor is an oil type you MUST have an oil removal filter coalescing type in the air supply line to this machine If you are unsure of this requirement please call 800 835 3519 or 620 343 1084 and ask for Technical Services OIL CONTAMINATION IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY ...

Page 2: ...er and the equipment GraverMach AT A Airtact air pressure gauge B Airtact air pressure control knob C Power On Off button D Bias control knob E Primary air pressure gauge F Primary air pressure control knob G Handpiece selector knob for J and K H Strokes per minute selector knob I Airtact hand foot control selector knob J Airtact handpiece twist lock control ports K Handpiece quick connect fitting...

Page 3: ...the 6 hose to fit as needed Connect the 5 1 2 hose to the air outlet on the air filter opposite the air input Connect the other end of that hose into the fitting on the back of the machine marked AIR INPUT Fig 3 C Use these same connections no matter where you locate the filter CONNECT FOOT THROTTLE Place the foot throttle on the floor in a convenient position Run the hose to the back of the machi...

Page 4: ... the knocking barely stops this is considered the perfect air pressure operating range for that particular handpiece Another method of tuning although not as precise is to use the initial setting shown in the chart below Set the Strokes Per Minute dial to the Recommended Initial Setting Set the air regulator knob to Recommended Initial Setting for the handpiece you are using The goal is to use the...

Page 5: ... reduce the foot pressure gradually as your hand tilts the graver up and out With a little practice this hand foot coordination will become as natural as driving a car HOW TO USE THE BIAS CONTROL After you tune the handpiece notice that the handpiece starts working as you press down on the foot throttle Add one or two pounds of air pressure to the pressure gauge with the air pressure dial Fig 4 B ...

Page 6: ...ave a suitable ground to prevent damage to the electronic components If in doubt consult a qualified electrician Use the supplied adapter to convert the power supply for use with the 230 Volt 50 Hz voltage The power converter supplied with your machine will accept 120 Volt or 230 Volt All that is necessary to convert power supply is to use the 230 Volt adapter supplied in the accessory box ADDITIO...

Page 7: ... 002 950 1 SHSS 8 32 x 0 13 BLK 004 501 V2 1 VALVE 2 WAY SWITCHING 022 870 1 HHCS 1 4 20 x 1 25 P LOK Z P 022 963 4 SPRING COMP 0 300 O D 0 570 FL 022 964 8 BHSCS 10 32 x 0 38 BLK 022 982 1 KNOB GRAY 0 75 O D 0 25 I D x 0 69 022 999 2 RHMS 6 32 x 1 75 Z P 024 111 3 FITTING PTC 0 25 INLINE M 1 8 NPT 024 128 1 FOAM OPEN CELL 044 199 1 BRACKET 2 WAY VALVE 044 200 1 BRACKET AIRTACT MUFFLER 044 212 1 V...

Page 8: ... GRAVERMATE 022 053 1 WRENCH 1 8 ALLEN 022 230 1 FITTING PTC 0 25 90 M1 8 NPT 022 231 1 FITTING PTC 0 25 INLINE M1 8 NPT 022 404 1 4 QC HSS ONGLETTE GRAVER 022 860 1 BOWL ASSEMBLY 022 861 1 FILTER ASSEMBLY 022 872 1 ADAPTER NEMA 5 15R TO SCHUKO 022 944 1 ASSEMBLY 5 MICRON FILTER AND BOWL 022 978 2 RHMS M4 x 0 7MM 022 987 1 POWER SUPPLY 24V 18W 75A 022 993 1 CORD NEMA 5 15P IEC 60320 C13 044 051 1 ...

Page 9: ... 0 19 I D TUBE 023 054 1 KNOB B G 1 25 O D 0 25 I D x 0 61 024 038 1 DECAL GRAVERMACH AT FRONT 024 039 1 DECAL GRAVERMACH AT AIRTACT 024 040 1 DECAL GRAVERMACH AT ON OFF 024 120 1 KNOB B G 0 75 O D 0 19 I D x 0 70 044 044 1 NEEDLE VALVE 044 065 1 TUBING PU CLR 0 250 O D 0 170 I D 044 065 1 TUBING PU CLR 0 250 O D 0 170 I D 044 067 1 TUBING PU CLR 0 250 O D 0 170 I D 044 112 1 TUBING PU CLR 0 250 O...

Page 10: ...2 1 CONTROLLER 24VDC PWM MOTOR 022 965 3 FITTING PTC 0 25 BULKHEAD 023 032 1 FITTING PTC 0 25 T 024 036 1 VALVE 24VDC SOLENOID 024 041 1 DECAL AUXILIARY OUTPUT 024 042 1 FITTING PTC 0 25 M 10 32 024 118 2 NUT 4 40 HEX Z P 024 119 2 RHMS 4 40 x 0 63 Z P 044 059 1 DECAL AIR INPUT THROTTLE 044 111 1 TUBING PU BLK 0 250 O D 0 130 I D 044 111 1 TUBING PU BLK 0 250 O D 0 130 I D 044 179 1 PLATE GRAVERMA...

Page 11: ...PTC 0 25 90 M1 8 NPT 022 231 3 FITTING PTC 0 25 INLINE M1 8 NPT 022 381 1 PLUG 1 8 27 NPT x 0 25 PIPE 022 964 6 BHSCS 10 32 x 0 38 BLK 022 991 3 BOLT 1 4 20 x 5 50 CR Z P 022 992 2 O RING 2 125 O D 1 985 I D 044 060 1 TANK AIR SUPPLY 044 061 2 FLANGE AIR TANK BACKUP 044 062 1 MANIFOLD AIR TANK CAP 044 178 1 PLATE GRAVERMACH AT BASE 044 223 1 TUBING PU CLR 250 O D 0 170 I D ...

Page 12: ...NPT 022 948 1 O RING 1 078 O D 0 938 I D 022 961 1 Motor 022 968 4 6 32 x 0 375 round head machine screw 022 971 4 silicone rubber isolation donut 50 duro 022 977 1 FITTING PTC 0 25 T M 1 8 NPT 022 990 1 WASHER 0 63 O D 0 41 I D x 0 03 NY 044 006 1 VALVE SHROUD ROTARY 044 037 1 Lower motor mount plate 044 038 1 First mount plate in motor mount stack attached to motor 044 040 1 Valve rotor 044 043 ...

Page 13: ...63 O D 0 438 I D 002 950 1 SHSS 8 32 x 0 13 BLK 022 057 2 SHCS 8 32 x 0 25 BLK 022 081 1 FITTING B 0 125 I D TUBE M 10 32 023 020 1 FITTING PTC 0 25 90 M 10 32 023 023 1 SPRING COMP 0 320 O D 0 890 FL 023 025 1 FITTING 0 010 22081 BLUE 044 101 1 VALVE BODY SPOOL 044 102 1 VALVE END CAP SPOOL 044 103 1 VALVE ADJ SCREW SPOOL 044 105 1 VALVE SPOOL 044 188 1 BRACKET SPOOL VALVE ...

Page 14: ...001 036 1 Throttle Spring 002 065 2 10 32 x 3 8 RHMS 002 073 2 1 4 28 Nu 002 204 1 10 32 Hex Whiz Loc Nut 002 247 1 Washer 002 517 1 1 8 NPT x 0 170 Barb Fitting 002 526 1 Spring Retainer 002 527 1 10 32 x 3 4 RHMS 004 006 1 Throttle Base 004 007 1 Hinge Plate 004 008 1 Spring Retainer 004 009 2 Spacer 004 010 1 Pivot Shaft 004 011 1 Bleed Shaft 004 012 1 Outlet 004 031 1 Throttle Outlet Spring 00...

Page 15: ...15 GraverMach AT Wiring Diagram GraverMach AT Hose Diagram ...

Page 16: ...le aid in tool sharpening It is especially helpful for beginners in the art of engraving and has been readily accepted by accomplished engravers who have found that it is faster and produces more consistent results than other methods The combination of the GRS Power Hone and the Sharpening Fixture provides the ideal sharpening system The Sharpening Fixture is designed specifically for use with the...

Page 17: ... be sure that the tool point is sharp Refer to the TIPS section for sharpening technique EFFECTIVE TIPS The GraverMach AT provides an effective unique method for performing a variety of functions in many materials You may not achieve effective results with the machine at first In fact your initial attempts may be disappointing or downright discouraging Begin by expecting a learning period whether ...

Page 18: ...ue Feather touch or brushing techniques remove the most material possible With this method you will have a superior tool for fine delicate intricate and exciting work The 850 Rotary Handpiece is a precision instrument that can be easily damaged if misused or improperly maintained Your rotary handpiece is engineered for quality and manufactured for long life To use attach the handpiece to the auxil...

Page 19: ...ills you can concentrate on learning the more difficult and intricate designs With confidence in your ability to control the tool you will be able to execute progressively more difficult patterns with varying depth of cut and subtle shading and finally on curved or irregular surfaces Simple exercises like those sketched below are good beginning practice designs as they are relatively simple It is ...

Page 20: ... If you notice an oil residue usually a yellow to brown colored sticky or liquid residue in the unit s filter bowl or handpiece throttle hose you probably have an oil problem in your compressed air Older oil lubricated and silent compressors that use internal oil are more likely to cause oil contamination If this occurs install a Coalescing Oil Filter GRS 004 579 or equivalent NOTE Damage caused b...

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