a nut or a washer), we would be glad to replace them, or, for the sake of expediency, replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store. NOTICE A full parts list and illustrated breakdown can be found toward the end of this manual. For easier assembly, or to identify missing parts, please refer to this section. G8220 Wet/Dry Bench Grinder -7 Site Considerations Notes BENCH MOUNTING Your G8220 Wet/Dry Grinder is designed to be used on a workbench. Make sure it is positioned at a comfortable working height. The machine can be permanently mounted to a bench by removing the base and using the four holes in the motor body to secure it directly to the surface of a bench. WORKING CLEARANCES Working clearances can be thought of as the distances between machines and obstacles that allow safe operation of every machine without limitation. Ensure that your working area offers plenty of room for free movement and a substantial amount of distance between you and others that may be working in your shop space. LIGHTING AND OUTLETS Lighting should be bright enough to eliminate shadow and prevent eye strain. Electrical circuits should be dedicated or large enough to handle combined motor amp loads. Outlets should be located near each machine so power or extension cords are not obstructing high-traffic areas. Be sure to observe local electrical codes for proper installation of new lighting, outlets, or circuits. Make your shop “child safe”. Ensure that your workplace is inaccessible to youngsters by closing and locking all entrances when you are away. Never allow visitors in your shop when assembling, adjusting or operating equipment. -8-G8220 Wet/Dry Bench Grinder SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY Water Reservoir Insert the water valve into the hole in the Water Reservoir. Attach the Water Reservoir to the post behind the wet grinding wheel. Position the water drip over the center of the grinding surface. Attach the clear plastic drain pipe to the fitting which in on the underside of the wet wheel housing. To assemble the Tool Rest: 1. Take the T-shaped bracket and position it between the tabs on the underside of the Tool Rest. 2. Secure the bracket to the rest with two (2) hex head bolts and the wing nuts which have a plastic knob. 3. Attach the assembled Tool Rest to the Wheel Guard using a hex head bolt and washer. Water Valve Mounting Post Drain Pipe Figure 2. Mounting water reservoir. Tool Rest/Eye Shield The Tool Rest attaches to the front of the dry grinding wheel. It is adjustable for height and for angle to provide a steady platform for a variety of grinding angles and sizes. Refer to Figure 3 for general orientation of the Tool Rest and Eye Shield. Figure 3. Dry wheel guard and rest positioning. To assemble the Eye Shield: 1. Take the L-shaped bracket and position it so the holes line up and the bracket is on the underside of the plastic shield. 2. Use the two (2) combination head screws, washers and nuts to secure the L-bracket in place. 3. Attach the assembled Eye Shield to the right side of the wheel guard using the short hex head bolt and washer. G8220 Wet/Dry Bench Grinder -9 Tool Rest-Wet Wheel The large horizontally mounted wet grinding wheel also has a tool rest situated over it to aid the user in the grinding operations: 1. Position the two support brackets in the wide grooves which are located on each side of the water tray. The recess in the shape of a half circle should be facing outward on each side. See Figure 4. Figure 4. Mounting rest holder. 2. Thread a locking knob with washer through the hole in the bottom of the holder and into the water tray body. These knobs control the overall height of the tool rest assembly. 3. Set the tool rest into the half circle recesses. The sliding tool rest should already be assembled onto the holder, if it is not, slide the tool rest into the groove. It only goes one way as there is a tab preventing incorrect installation. The miter gauge also should already be positioned on the sliding tool rest. 4. Attach the tool rest assembly to the support brackets. Using the M4-.7 x 30mm Hex Head Bolt, push the bolt through from the inside of the holder and secure a knob to it on the outside. See Figure 5. These two knobs control the angular adjustment of the tool rest. The hex heads will lock into a recess molded into the inside of the bracket. Figure 5. Mounting tool rest. -10- G8220 Wet/Dry Bench Grinder SECTION 5: Operations Overview Use extreme caution when sharpening any type of knife, both during and after sharpening. Make certain the knife is fully supported by the rest before bringing it into contact with the wheel. Failure to exercise care while working near knives could result in severe injury. The dry wheel supplied with the G8220 is an 80 grit Aluminum Oxide wheel good for heavy material removal and for roughing in to approximate dimensions. The wet wheel is a very fine 1000 grit which, along with the water supply, allows fine grinding and honing to very precise edges....