Dressing and Truing the grinding wheel
CAUTION: Grinding wheels may shatter causing injury.
Grinding dust has been associated with respiratory disease.
Preferably use CBN wheels and wear a suitable dust mask
Resin bond Grinding Wheels
Fit and secure the appropriate grinding wheel (note left hand thread)
Before starting the grinding wheel check that it is rated at 6500 RPM or more and is not cracked or damaged.
Raise the grinding head fully so that the catch holds the head back.
Do not lift the grinding head by the motor. Always lift the head by the handle on the depth adjusting screw.
When satisfied the wheel is okay, make sure there are no bystanders near the machine and, standing behind the grinding wheel shroud press the grinder button.
It is prudent not to trust the integrety of a newly fitted, bonded grinding wheel - run for at least one minute before dressing the wheel to the required shape.
CAUTION
Grinding is dangerous. Damaged or cracked grinding wheels can shatter causing injury to the operator. Do not operate the machine without guards in place and always wear face and breathing protection.
True and dress the grinding wheel using the dressing stone provided as shown above.