G1036 Slow-Speed Grinder
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Figure 5. Proper sharpening position.
Fill the tank reservoir up to approximately 80%
full when wet grinding. Do not leave the 10" wheel
immersed in water for long periods of time if the
grinder is not in use. See Water Reservoir section
under the Maintenance heading.
The large stone features a fully adjustable tool
table which allows you to customize your grinding
angle to fit your specific needs. Loosen the lock
handles and position the table to match the bevel
of the tool you are sharpening. Figure 5.
An adjustable angle gauge on the tool table
allows you to match the cutting of compound
bevels, such as those on skew chisels, with the
10" stone. Loosen the knob and turn the angle
gauge to match your compound bevel. Once the
gauge matches the desired angle, tighten the
knob.
C. GRINDING
The 4
1
/
2
" aluminum oxide wheel offers a 100-grit
surface for general grinding operations. The 4
1
/
2
"
wheel turns at 3450 RPM, making it possible to
remove relatively large amounts of material.
The 4
1
/
2
" wheel is best used to shape the cutting
edges of your tools. Use the 4
1
/
2
" wheel to
remove nicks and square edges before fine hon-
ing on the larger stone.
Figure 4. Proper grinding positioning.
Do not make adjustments while the machine
is running. Turn off the machine and allow
all moving parts to come to a complete stop
before attempting to make adjustments to
the eye shield or either of the tool rests.
Serious personal injury could occur.
D. SHARPENING
The 10" 220-grit aluminum oxide wheel is used
for creating a finished edge on your tool’s cutting
surface. The wheel turns at 70 RPM, allowing you
to hone fine edges on your tools without over-
heating. The wheel sits in a water bath, which
cools, cleans and lubricates as the wheel turns.
VIII. OPERATIONS (Continued)
The smaller wheel is capable of generating
enough heat to ruin the temper of metal and
make it brittle. Care should be taken to grind
in short, light strokes. Prolonged contact
between the wheel and your workpiece
should be avoided. Dip the workpiece in
water frequently to keep it cool as you grind
it.