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Instruction Manual (v1.0)

MODEL # BC-81012

BLADE AND BIT 

CLEANING SYSTEM

Summary of Contents for BLADECLEAN BC-81012

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual v1 0 MODEL BC 81012 BLADE AND BIT CLEANING SYSTEM ...

Page 2: ...kes quick work of cleaning router bits and circular blades up to 12 350mm in diameter quickly with no mess Read the Important Safety Disclaimers in this manual prior to use Keep manual for future reference INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO Scan the QR code with your smartphone camera or visit microjig com bladeclean INTRODUCTION ...

Page 3: ...TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Components 5 Precautions Safety 6 Operation 7 20 1 Filling Cleaning Wells 7 10 2 Cleaning Saw Blades 11 16 3 Cleaning Router Bits 17 20 Care Maintenance 21 ...

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Page 5: ...er Bit Cleaning Well Lid Green EVA Foam Router Bit Holder Magnetic Handle Wire Brush Rotary Tool Mandrel Ø1 8 Ø3 18mm Aluminum Oxide Cleaning Discs 1 11 16 42mm A B C D E F G H I INCLUDED IN THE BOX E C G D H I F B A Blade and bits not included These items wear with use and are only warranted against manufacturing defects ...

Page 6: ...handling any liquid cleaning solution In the event of eye contact consult the first aid recommendations given by the manufacturer MICROJIG Inc assumes no liability for any medical injuries resulting from the mishandling of chemicals or misuse of any BLADECLEAN components The user must take all necessary precautions when handling cutting implements chemicals or operating any tool as recommended by ...

Page 7: ...7 Operation 1 FILLING CLEANING WELLS ...

Page 8: ...amage blades and cause skin eye and respiratory irritation The ideal amount of solution needed is about 2 2 5 quarts 1890 2365 ml In a separate container mix the cleaning solution with water at a ratio recommended by your choice of cleaning solution or at full strength depending on solution and strength desired Common all purpose cleaners are recommended NOTE Cleaning solution is not included ...

Page 9: ...ING WELLS 1 1 ROUTER BIT CLEANING WELL YELLOW Remove the small green lid Fill the Router Bit Cleaning Well yellow up to the fill line 16 20 oz or 473 591 mL with your mixed solution After filling lock the small green lid back into position ...

Page 10: ...asp and remove the large yellow lid from the Saw Blade Cleaning Well green and place it on a flat surface to prevent spilling the cleaning solution inside the Router Bit Cleaning Well Pour the remainder of the cleaning solution into the Saw Blade Cleaning Well green ...

Page 11: ...11 Operation 2 CLEANING SAW BLADES ...

Page 12: ...ould be at least twice as big as the saw blade so you can fold it over the saw blade and dry both sides at once CLEANING SAW BLADES 2 1 SAW BLADES UP TO 12 350MM NOTE Most blades can be cleaned in 30 seconds or less Blades that haven t been cleaned regularly may take more time to clean on first use ...

Page 13: ...or table saws raise the blade to its maximum height Remove the arbor flange and nut from the saw Using the Magnetic Handle from the large yellow lid attach it to the blade as close to center as possible Avoid the magnets from contacting the carbide tips Carefully remove the saw blade from the arbor and set it down on the towel Reposition the handle to be centered on the blade if necessary ...

Page 14: ...s pressure and rotate the blade a quarter turn backwards opposite to the cutting direction Pull the saw blade out by the handle and inspect the cleaned side Ensure that all sides of the carbide teeth are clean Repeat the previous step if there is any residue remaining on the teeth CLEANING SAW BLADES 2 1 1 Soak the Saw Blade 2 1 2 One Twist Cleaning 2 1 CLEANING SAW BLADES CONT ...

Page 15: ...el clean side down and remove the magnetic handle Fold the towel over the blade then flip it over so now the dirty side of the saw blade is facing down Re attach the handle to the cleaned side of the saw blade and repeat step 2 1 2 to clean the dirty side of the blade There s no need to soak the saw blade again ...

Page 16: ... outer edges of the carbide teeth hold the saw blade vertically so the teeth make contact with the BLADECLEAN Pad Rotate the saw blade one full revolution in the direction opposite to the cutting direction TIP Cutting quality will not be affected if there is any residue remaining in the gulets Clean it with the brush before rinsing if desired IMPORTANT Wipe clean and dry all parts including the ma...

Page 17: ...17 Operation 3 CLEANING ROUTER BITS ...

Page 18: ...it Holder with 3 inserts for 1 2 or 12mm shank router bits and 2 inserts for 1 4 6 or 8mm shank router bits Unscrew the small green lid and insert router bits into the EVA foam cavities Put the lid back on with the router bits attached and twist to lock the small green lid Allow the router bits to soak for 30 seconds or longer ...

Page 19: ...d Mandrel to a rotary tool a power drill will also work Maximum speed is 12 000 rpm 8 000 to 10 000 rpm provides the best balance between cleaning and disc life NOTE Spinning the cleaning disc at high RPMs with a full strength cleaning solution may remove the paint on router bits 3 1 CLEANING ROUTER BITS CONT ...

Page 20: ...reen lid with the router bit s and rest it vertically over the router bit well while cleaning If there is not enough clearance to clean around the router bit rotate the bit and repeat NOTE Bearings and collars should always be removed prior to cleaning Some cleaning chemicals have grease cutting properties which can affect the performance of moving parts such as ball bearings ...

Page 21: ...they are also available in packs of 14 with a mandrel at microjig com bladeclean Rubber Gasket The BLADECLEAN s large yellow and small green lids are equipped with a rubber gasket to prevent leakage and it can be stored with the cleaning solution inside for multiple uses However to prevent unnecessary leakage care should be taken not to tip the unit over or store it on its side Cleaning Solution O...

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