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The critical components of the machine are lubri- cated by means of the oil pump located on the left hand side of the machine. See Figure 8. Check the oil level periodically. Add new oil (Use a Way Oil such as Mobil Vactra #2 or equivalent) as needed to maintain the fluid level in the Oil Pump.
Pull the handle of the Pump out. Do not attempt to push it back in! The pump handle will slowly return to its original position as the lubricant is dispensed. Operate the Oil Pump at the start of each day the grinder is used. The grinding wheel does not need to be turned on for the Oil Pump to work.
Figure 8. One-shot oil lubrication pump.
Operation of the grinder is controlled through the location and movement of the three handwheels. The Vertical Adjustment Handwheel controls the up and down movement of the grinding head. It is generally this axis which governs the amount of stock removal which will take place. Never attempt to remove too much material in one pass, much better results can be achieved with multiple passes.
The Cross Feed Handwheel controls the front to back movement of the table. When grinding a large surface, it will be necessary to sweep the wheel over the surface, then move the table, then take another sweep. Repeat this process until the entire surface is ground. See Figure 9.
The Table Travel Handwheel (the one with the three spokes) moves the table from left to right. This allows the ability to traverse the part back and forth underneath the grinding wheel.
DO NOT make adjustments while the surface grinder is running. Ensure that the switch is off, power is disconnected and moving parts have stopped before making adjustments. Failure to ensure that power is disconnected could result in serious injury or electrical shock hazard.
Figure 9. Grinding multiple pieces.
NOTICE
If a cut is taken that is too large, the surface grinder will bog down noticeably. The motor may even stall. If this happens, turn off the power immediately. Re-adjust the wheel height to allow a lighter cut and repeat the operation.
G5963 Surface Grinder |
