Bettcher AutoEdge User manual

Operating Instructions & Spare Parts List for the
BETTCHER®
Manual # 185321
Re-Issued: June 15, 2018
TMC #827
For Assistance, Write:
BETTCHER INDUSTRIES INC.
P.O. Box 336
Vermilion, Ohio 44089-0336
U.S.A.
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
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Internet: http://www.bettcher.com
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Written permission to reproduce in whole or part is herewith granted to the legal owners of the
Bettcher® AutoEdge with which these Operating Instructions have been supplied.
Operating Instructions in other languages are available on request. Additional copies of Operating
Instructions are available by calling or writing the local Representative or by contacting:
BETTCHER INDUSTRIES, INC.
P.O. Box 336
Vermilion, Ohio 44089-0336
U.S.A.
Telephone : [phone]
(In The U.S.A.) : 800/321-8763
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The Information Provided In These Operating Instructions Is Important To Your
Health, Comfort And Safety.
For Safe And Proper Operation, Read This Entire Manual Before Using This
Equipment.
Copyright  2018 by Bettcher Industries, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
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Table of Contents
Section 1……………Safety and Ergonomics
Section 2……………Designated Use
Section 3……………Unpacking and Installation
Section 4……………Instructions for Operation
Section 5……………Maintenance
Section 6……………Cleaning
Section 7……………Service Parts
Section 8……………Contact and Document Information
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Safety and Ergonomics
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Section 1
Safety and
Ergonomics
CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION
Safety Recommendations and Warnings ............................................................................... 1-2
Safety Features ...................................................................................................................... 1-4
Ergonomics and Environment................................................................................................. 1-4
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Safety Recommendations and Warnings
Any use in applications other than those for which the Bettcher® AutoEdge was designed and built may
result in equipment damage and/or serious injuries.
Warnings identify conditions that can cause serious bodily injury to the user.
Cautions identify conditions that are important to the operation, care and maintenance of the machine.
W A R N I N G
THE MANUFACTURER ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY
UNAUTHORIZED DESIGN CHANGES, MODIFICATION, OR USE
OF PARTS NOT SUPPLIED BY THE MANUFACTURER
OR
THE USE OF PARTS NOT DESIGNED FOR USE ON THIS
SPECIFIC MODEL, AND INCLUDES CHANGES IN OPERATING
PROCEDURES MADE BY THE OWNER OR ANY OF HIS
PERSONNEL.
FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION, READ THE ENTIRE
MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT.
W A R N I N G
ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY OCCUR! ALWAYS DISCONNECT
UNIT FROM POWER SUPPLY PRIOR TO SERVICING.
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Safety Recommendations and Warnings (Continued)
W A R N I N G
SHARP BLADE MAY CAUSE CUT INJURY! FOR PROPER
PROTECTION OF HANDS, PROTECTIVE GLOVES SHOULD BE
WORN WHEN OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT AND DURING THE
HANDLING OF BLADES.
W A R N I N G
ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY OCCUR! USE ONLY 3-WIRE
GROUND TYPE CONNECTOR. THIS MUST BE CONNECTED TO
A PLANT GROUND VIA A SUITABLE GROUNDED THREE
CONDUCTOR RECEPTACLE. AVOID USE OF THIS MACHINE IN
STANDING WATER.
W A R N I N G
EYE INJURY MAY OCCUR! NEVER OPERATE THIS MACHINE
WITHOUT THE EYE SHIELD IN PLACE AND PROPER EYE
PROTECTION WORN.
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Safety Recommendations and Warnings (Continued)
W A R N I N G
KEEP THE MACHINE AND SURROUNDING AREA CLEAN
FROM BUILDUP OF GRINDING DUST.
A BUILDUP OF METAL DUST CAN BE A FIRE HAZARD.
Safety Features
The Bettcher® AutoEdge Blade Sharpener is equipped with an eye shield to deflect grinding particles
away from the operator.
Ergonomics and Environment
This equipment should be operated while standing in a comfortable and secure position.
The noise emission value is less than 85 db.
NOTICE
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any unauthorized changes
in operating procedures or for unauthorized changes or modifications
made to the design of the machine or any factory-installed safety
equipment, whether these changes are made by the owner of this
equipment, by his employees, or by service providers not previously
approved by Bettcher Industries, Inc.
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Designated Use
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Section 2
Designated Use
CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION
Machine Specifications ........................................................................................................... 2-2
Electrical Specifications .......................................................................................................... 2-2
Designated Use ...................................................................................................................... 2-2
Machine Function ................................................................................................................... 2-2
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Machine Specifications
Weight 53.5 lbs. (20.0 Kg)
Overall size (with eye-shield) 14” wide x 18” deep x 22” high
(35.6cm x 45.7cm x 55.9cm)
Power cord length 6 feet (1.83 meters)
Electrical Specifications
Power Source: 115/230VAC / 1 Phase / 60/50 Hz 150W
Designated Use
The Bettcher® AutoEdge Blade Sharpener has been designed to sharpen only Bettcher Whizard®
Trimmer blades.
Machine Function
The Bettcher® AutoEdge Blade Sharpener is a precision grinding unit that is easy to operate and
maintain. It will produce consistently sharp blades when used properly.
With a blade installed in the blade holder, the cycle switch is pushed to start the automatic blade
sharpening cycle. The blade holder and grinder wheel will turn on and start rotating. The grinder wheel
will automatically move toward the blade and start grinding. The blade’s cutting surface is ground for a
short time to sharpen the cutting edge. A steeling device will automatically come in to steel the inside of
the cutting edge. The grinder wheel will continue to lightly grind the blade during the steeling
operation. When the sharpening process is complete, the steeling device and grinder wheel will
automatically retract to their home position and shut off.
The blade can then be removed and the sharpening process repeated for the next blade.
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Unpacking and Installation
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Section 3
Unpacking and
Installation
CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION
Unpacking .............................................................................................................................. 3-2
Included With Your Machine ................................................................................................... 3-2
Installation .............................................................................................................................. 3-3
Work Station and Lighting ...................................................................................................... 3-3
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Unpacking
Included With Your Machine
The following parts and assemblies are included with your Bettcher® AutoEdge Blade Sharpener.
Please check when unpacking and advise your local Bettcher Industries’ representative if the delivery is
incomplete.
Item
Number Description
1 Eye Shield
2 “Quad” Steeling Device Head
3 Blade Holder Base
4 Blade Holder Screw
5 Washer
6 Grinder Wheel
7 Utility Drawer
Not Shown Information Sheet (Part Number 185222)
Not Shown Operator’s Manual
Description Part Number
Tool Kit
(Includes the following): 185299
Dust Brush 120547
7/16 inch Nut Driver 120546
3/32 Hex Wrench 120545
5/32 Hex Wrench 173546
1
2
3
4 & 5
6
7
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Installation
Work Station and Lighting
Place the Bettcher® AutoEdge on a bench surface of standard working position height. Appropriate
lighting should be available. Head and hands are to be kept at a safe distance from the grinder wheel
and blade during operation.
230V Machines Only: A plug is not provided with this machine. A way to disconnect, in the form of a
plug or switch, must be attached to the power cord to assure proper disconnect of all poles.
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Instructions for Operation
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Section 4
Instructions for
Operation
CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION
Instructions for Operation ....................................................................................................... 4-2
Information / Operation Sheet:................................................................................................ 4-2
Attaching the Blade Holder ..................................................................................................... 4-2
Installing a Blade for Sharpening ............................................................................................ 4-3
Positioning the Steeling Device .............................................................................................. 4-4
Selecting the Steeling Head ................................................................................................... 4-5
Positioning the Grinder Motor ................................................................................................. 4-6
Grinder Wheel ........................................................................................................................ 4-7
Sharpening the Blade ............................................................................................................. 4-7
Removing the Blade ............................................................................................................... 4-8
Check Blade Wear .................................................................................................................. 4-9
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Instructions for Operation
Read Complete Operating Instructions Before Attempting to Sharpen any Blades.
C A U T I O N
THE BLADE HOLDER HAS A PILOT BOSS ON THE BOTTOM WHICH LOCATES ON THE
BLADE HOLDER BASE AND A BORE ON TOP WHICH LOCATES THE BLADE. CARE
SHOULD BE TAKEN NOT TO DAMAGE THESE SURFACES AS WELL AS THE DRIVE
SHAFT. ALWAYS CHECK THAT THESE SURFACES ARE FREE OF GRINDING DUST
PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY.
Information / Operation Sheet:
An information sheet (Part Number 185222) is provided with the sharpener that identifies the steeling
device position, steeling device head position, grinder motor position and blade holder to be used with
each blade model.
Attaching the Blade Holder
Refer to the information sheet for the model blade holder to be used. The blade model number and the
part number of the holder are etched on the face of the blade holder.
The blade holder base is attached to the blade holder drive shaft with two screws. This blade holder
base need not be removed once it has been installed.
IMPORTANT: Insure all mounting surfaces for the blade holder are clean.
Place the blade holder on the blade holder base. A pilot boss on the back of the blade holder locates into
the pilot bore of the base. Install the blade holder washer and screw through the center hole in the blade
holder. Do not tighten at this time.
Screw
Pilot Boss
on Back
of Blade
Holder
Pilot Bore on
Blade Holder
Base
Blade Holder
(Installed)
Screw and
Washer
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Instructions for Operation
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Installing a Blade for Sharpening
W A R N I N G
SHARP BLADE MAY CAUSE CUT INJURY! FOR PROPER
PROTECTION OF HANDS, A PROTECTIVE GLOVE SHOULD BE
USED WHEN OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT AND DURING
HANDLING OF BLADES.
Make certain the proper blade holder is installed.
Check that all inner surfaces of the holder are free of grinding dust.
Place the blade into the blade holder recess. Carefully hold the blade into the recess and tighten the
blade holder screw until you feel some resistance against the blade. Hold the outside diameter of the
blade holder base and tighten the blade holder screw to fully secure the blade in the blade holder.
Blade Holder
Recess for the
Blade
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Positioning the Steeling Device
Refer to the information sheet for the setting position of the blade model to be sharpened.
The steeling device slides on the steeling base and is secured in place by the lock-down knob. Loosen
the lock-down knob. Slide the steeling device assembly so that the indicator mark on the steeling device
body lines up with the number line position on the steeling position plate.
Tighten the lock-down knob.
The steeling device is secured in the down position by a spring plunger latch. The steeling device can be
pivoted out from the blade holder by pulling up on the steeling device handle.
Number Line on the
Steeling Position Plate
Indicator
Mark on the
Steeling
Device Body
Lock-Down Knob
Steeling Base
Spring Plunger Latch
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Selecting the Steeling Head
Refer to the information sheet for the steeling head setting position of the blade to be sharpened.
The standard steeling head has four steeling rod positions lettered A, B, C and D. To position the
steeling head, pull it out fully and then rotate it so that the correct position letter is facing outward. The
steeling head will then slide back so that the steeling shaft key slides into the position slot.
The steeling head should slide freely on the shaft against the spring and be guided on the shaft key.
There are special steeling heads for non-standard blade models as indicated on the chart with lettered
positions E, F, --etc. These non-standard blade models are listed in Section 7; Service Parts.
To replace the steeling head, remove the steeling shaft screw and slide the spring and steeling head off.
Reverse this procedure to install the steeling head.
Position
Slot
Steeling
Shaft Screw
Position Letter
Steeling Rods
Steeling
Head
Assembly
Steeling Shaft Key
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Positioning the Grinder Motor
Refer to the settings chart for the appropriate grinder motor position of the blade to be sharpened.
Holding the grinder arm handle, loosen the screw inside the grinder arm lock knob, using a
7/16” (11mm) hex nut driver. The grinder arm is now free to slide along the motor position base.
Align the indicator line on the grinder arm’s bottom plate to the appropriate number line on the motor
position plate and tighten the lock knob screw, using the hex nut driver.
The lock knob can be loosened to swing the grinder arm down out of the way when changing blades,
without losing the motor set position. Swing the grinder arm back up against the lock knob post and
tighten the knob down to reposition the grinder arm in the grinding position.
Grinder Arm Indicator Line
Motor Position Number Line
Motor Position Base
Grinder Arm
Screw Inside of
Locking Knob
Lock Knob Post
Lock Knob
Grinder Arm
Grinder Arm Handle
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