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SHARPIE TUNGSTEN GRINDER
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Inspect Before You Grind
Visually inspect the grinder to ensure the motor, power cord, grinding head and related components
are all in good working condition .
Ensure the proper collet size is selected for the diameter of tungsten to be ground; for your
convenience, two collets are stored in the top of the head assembly .
Take care when grinding tungsten electrodes to ensure your safety and the safety of others in adjacent
areas .
Safety Information
Avoid breathing grinding
dust . Use a mask while
grinding or cleaning
the machine .
Wear safety glasses
and gloves when grinding
or cutting tungsten .
Avoid electric shock . Do
not operate grinder in or
around water .
Dispose of tungsten dust
regularly and at an
approved location .
Grinder is designed to
grind tungsten electrodes
only .
Do not plug grinder into
an electrical outlet if cord
is frayed or cut .
Do not unscrew grinder
head while the machine is
in operation .
Remove plug from
electrical outlet when
changing the diamond
wheel or cleaning
the grinder .
Use qualified electrical
technicians only to repair
the unit .
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Adjusting the Tungsten Contact Point on the Wheel
Make sure the unit is unplugged and loosen the disc screw .
Rotate the collet disc so the tungsten will contact another
spot on the diamond wheel .
To locate the spot where the tungsten meets the wheel,
insert tungsten and look through the viewing slot located
in the lower housing .
When the tungsten contact position has been set, tighten
the disc screw to lock the disc in place .
When the top diamond surface of the wheel has been worn-
out, flip the wheel over and adjust as noted above .
Replacing or Flipping the Wheel
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Make sure the motor is unplugged or battery disengaged .
Remove the two lower housing screws and lift the upper
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housing assembly off the lower housing, exposing the
diamond wheel .
Lock head stock in place and loosen mandrel screw .
Remove the screw and washer from the mandrel, reverse
sides or replace wheel as needed .
Tighten mandrel screw, replace the upper housing and
tighten head screws .
Regular Maintenance Tips
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Use compressed air to clean the grinder head of tungsten
dust or debris after every 8 hours of use.
Be sure all screws and collets are tight .
Check the power cord for wear or breakage periodically .
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Check collets for excessive wear .
Care and Operation of your
Sharpie Tungsten Grinder
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