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9. OPERATION & USE
9.3 FLAT GRINDING – FIG.11
Flat grinding operations can be performed directly
on the belt against the platen. Always use two
hands to control the workpiece and use the work
stop to support it.
– Connect the machine to the power supply, turn
it ON and allow it to reach full speed.
– While supporting the workpiece against the
work stop, slowly feed it into moving belt with
light even pressure. Use a push block to
maintain control of the workpiece. DO NOT
force the workpiece against the belt.
Caution! The moving belt can cause serious
personal injury if it comes in contact with fingers,
hands or other body parts. Use extreme care to
provide a safe distance between the belt and any
part of your body.
9.4 END GRINDING – FIG.12
End grinding operations are performed on the front
end of the grinder with the workpiece pressing
against the contact wheel. For additional control
over the workpiece, use the work rest to support
workpieces during operations. Always use two
hands to maintain best control.
– Connect the machine to the power supply, turn
it ON and allow it to reach full speed.
– Position workpiece on work rest if feasible.
– Use both hands to maintain control of the
workpiece and slowly feed it into the contact
wheel at the end of the moving belt, with light,
even pressure. DO NOT force the workpiece
against the belt.
Caution! The moving belt can cause serious
personal injury if it comes in contact with fingers,
hands or other body parts. Use extreme care to
provide a safe distance between the belt and any
part of your body.
9.5 SAFETY NO VOLT SWITCH
This machine is fitted with a safety ‘no volt switch’.
Lift cap to access standard on and off switch, if the
no volt stop button has been used to stop the
machine.
FIG.11
FIG.12
