Markusson Triplematic User guide

Original Instruction Manual
Triplematic
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 Important user information . . . . . . .3
1.2 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1.3 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1.4 Regulatory information . . . . . . . . .3
1.5 Nameplate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.6 Recycling information . . . . . . . . . .4
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Safety notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.2 Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.3 Signs and symbols . . . . . . . . . . .6
3 Product Description . . . . . . . . . 7
3.1 Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.2 Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3.3 Back view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3.4 Grinding head . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.5 Pneumatic chain tensioner . . . . . . 11
3.6 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.6.1 Counter. . . . . . . . . . . .13
3.6.2 Grinding speed knob . . . . .13
3.7 Chain overview . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.8 Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . .14
4 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1 Safety during installation . . . . . . . 15
4.2 Site requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.3 Unpack the machine . . . . . . . . . 15
4.4 Assembling the stand . . . . . . . . . 16
4.5 Assembling the pneumatic chain
tensioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.6 Bench-mounting the machine . . . . .20
4.7 Installing and centering the grinding
wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4.8 Test the machine before first use . . . 22
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5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.1 Safety during operation . . . . . . . . 23
5.2 Prepare for operation . . . . . . . . . 23
5.2.1 Prepare the grinding wheel . .23
5.2.2 Set the head-tilt angle . . . . 24
5.2.3 Set the top-plate angle . . . . 24
5.2.4 Insert the chain . . . . . . . . 25
5.2.5 Make the grinding settings . . 27
5.2.6 Use skip tooth mode . . . . . 31
5.3 Operate the machine . . . . . . . . . 31
6 Maintenance and Service . . . . . 34
6.1 Safety during maintenance . . . . . . 34
6.2 Frequency of maintenance . . . . . . 34
6.3 Change the grinding wheel and
fit the grinding wheel guard . . . . . . 35
6.4 Set the depth gauge height . . . . . . 35
6.5 Adjust the chain lock . . . . . . . . . 36
6.6 Check and adjust the wire. . . . . . .37
6.7 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 39
7.1 Troubleshooting procedure . . . . . . 39
7.2 Sharpening test . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
7.3 Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
7.4 Troubleshooting indicators . . . . . . 41
8 Accessories and Spare Parts . . . 42
8.1 Ordering information . . . . . . . . . 42
8.2 List of accessories . . . . . . . . . . 42
8.3 Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
8.4 Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
9 Declaration of conformity . . . . . 47

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Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Important user information
WARNING Before you install, operate or do maintenance on the machine, you must read the safety information
in this manual. Obey the instructions in this manual to prevent injuries or damage to the equipment.
1.2 About this manual
This user manual describes how to safely install, operate, and perform basic maintenance on the Triplematic Auto
Chain Grinder chain sharpening machine. This manual also describes the parts of the machine, and it shows
different accessories and spare parts that are available.
1.3 Intended use
The machine must only be used to sharpen the cutting chains used on power saws, forestry machines and
harvesters. It automatically sharpens the cutting teeth, gullets and depth gauges on chains. The machine is designed
for indoor use only.
Unintended use
The machine must not be used outdoors or in a manner that is not described in this manual.
1.4 Regulatory information
Regulations are given below. A copy of the EC Declaration of conformity is supplied with the machine.
WARNING Before you install, operate or do maintenance on the machine, you must read the safety information
in this manual. Obey the instructions in this manual to prevent injuries or damage to the equipment.
Directive/standard Description
98/37 EC The Machine Directive (MD)
73/23 EEC as amended 73/23 EEC as amended The Low-Voltage Directive (LVD)
89-336/EEC as amended The Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
EN-ISO 12100-1, 2 Safety of machinery - Basic components, general principles for design
EN 61000-6-3 Emission standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial
environments
EN 55014-1, 2 Electromagnetic compatibility - Requirements for household
appliances, electric tools and similar apparatus - Part 1: Emission

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1.5 Nameplate
This nameplate is placed on the Triplematic Auto Chain Grinder’s grinding head.
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1.6 Recycling information
This symbol shows that electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. It
must be collected separately. Recycle according to current local rules and regulations.

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Safety
2 Safety
2.1 Safety notices
This section contains safety information for the Triplematic Auto Chain Grinder. This manual contains WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS and IMPORTANT notes that are applicable for the safe operation of the machine.
WARNING A warning tells you about conditions that can cause injury or death, if you do not obey the
instructions. Do not continue until all conditions are accepted and engaged.
CAUTION A caution tells you about conditions that can cause damage to equipment, if you do not obey the
instructions. Do not continue until all conditions are accepted and engaged.
IMPORTANT Important or noteworthy information that enables trouble-free and optimal use of the machine.
2.2 Safety instructions
WARNING Before you install, operate or do maintenance on the machine, you must read the safety information
in this manual. Obey the instructions in this manual to prevent injuries or damage to the equipment.
WARNING Put the machine indoors, in a dry area with good light. Do not let the machine become wet or moist.
Do not put the machine near gas, liquids or other materials that can catch fire or explode.
WARNING Do not operate machines in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Machines create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
WARNING The user must only do maintenance that is described in this manual on the machine. Only approved
and trained service technicians can do service on the machine.
WARNING Make sure that the power is turned off before you install, operate or perform maintenance on the
machine.
WARNING To prevent mistakes when chains are sharpened, it is very important to understand how the grinding
machine works. Read the instructions carefully before the machine is used.
WARNING Always wear safety gloves, protective glasses, ear protection, and any other personal protective
equipment suitable for the current work task.
WARNING Stop the machine immediately if it does not work correctly!
WARNING Before a chain is sharpened, make sure that the the grinding disc is not cracked, does not vibrate
or wobble. If the grinding disc is damaged it must be replaced immediately, see chapter 6.3. “Change the grinding
disc and fit the grinding disc guard”. If abnormal vibrations occur during operation, immediately stop the machine and
check the condition of the grinding disc.
WARNING Put the power converter where there is as little dust as possible and out of reach of sparks from the
machine.
WARNING Attach air hoses and cables with cable clamps, to make sure no one trips over them.
CAUTION The Triplematic machine must always be attached to the stand. Make sure that it is safely attached.
CAUTION Only use accessories that are supplied or approved by the manufacturer.
CAUTION If the pitch is not correctly set the chain will be pushed into an incorrect sharpening position. This
may result in a damaged chain.
CAUTION If the metal of a cutting link turns blue during grinding, the speed is set too high and the metal is
overheated. This can cause the metal in the cutting tooth to lose its properties. Replace the damaged cutting link or
sharpen the chain again.
CAUTION Clean the machine daily. To prevent that it breaks, remove grinding dust every day. Use a vacuum
cleaner, brush or similar to clean the machine.
CAUTION Make sure that the floor where the machine is placed, is flat and level. If it is not, attach the stand to
the floor with screws.

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2.3 Signs and symbols
See the table below for information about the signs and symbols on The Triplematic Auto Chain Grinder:
Sign/Symbol Description
Always wear protective glasses and ear protection when using the machine.
Always wear protective gloves when using the machine.
Warning! A warning tells you about conditions that can cause injury or death, if you do not obey the
instructions. Do not continue until all conditions are accepted and engaged.
Before you install, operate or do maintenance on the machine, you must read the safety information
in the User manual. Obey the instructions to prevent injuries or damage to the equipment.
Risk for cutting injuries. Keep fingers away from the area when the machine is on.
Risk for pinching injuries. Keep fingers away from the area when the machine is on.

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Product Description
3 Product Description
3.1 Product overview
The Triplematic Auto Chain Grinder is a machine that sharpens chains. The machine can sharpen chains (up to
.404” pitch) for power saws, forestry machines, and harvesters. A pneumatic chain tensioner is attached to the stand.
It secures and tensions the chain when it is sharpened. The stand has 2 chain hangers, which makes it easier to
separate the sharpened chains from chains that are not yet sharpened.
The machine has 2 grinding modes:
• The regular grinding mode where only the cutters are sharpened.
• The 3in1 grinding mode where all 3 edges (the cutting teeth, the gullet and the depth gauge) on the cutters
are sharpened. The edges are sharpened, one after the other, without interaction from the user.
The machine has 2 chain pusher modes:
• The standard mode, used for sharpening of standard chains.
• The skip tooth mode, used for sharpening 3/8” pitch skip sequence chains.

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Pos Part Description
AGrinding Head Holds the grinding wheel in its correct position.
BCounter Sets the number of cutters to be sharpened. See section 4.6.1,
“Counter”.
CControl panel The controls starts and stops the different functions of the machine.
See section 4.6, “Controls” for further information.
DChain hangers Hangers on both sides for unsharpened or sharpened chains.
EStand Holds the machine.
FTensioner Secures the chain in the correct position.
GGrinding wheel The wheel that sharpens the chain.
HGrinding wheel centering knob Centers the grinding wheel above the chain.
IGrinding depth knob Sets the grinding depth for the gullets
JChain pusher adjustment knob Sets the grinding length.
KPower Supply cable Supplies electricity to the machine.
LChain pusher Advances the chain through the vise.
MChain vise Positions the chain as it moves in the machine.
N Left-right alignment screw Sets the right and left cutters to equal length.
OTop-plate angle screw Sets the top-plate angle, 0-35°. Default 30°.
3.2 Front view
A
B
C
D
E
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Product Description
3.3 Back view
Pos Part Description
APitch adjustment wing Makes an approximate setting for the pitch.
BGrinding head cover and grinding
wheel guard
Protects the grinding head and grinding wheel; it also protects the
user from sparks during grinding.
CTop-plate angle scale Shows the top-plate angle on a scale from 0-35°. Default: 30°. It is
set using the top-plate angle screw (O in Front view illustration).
DChain lock adjustment screw Adjusts the width of the groove in the chain visewhen the chain
vise is in the LOCKED position.
ETop plate angle adjustment screw Sets the top plate angle equal left to right.
FHead-tilt angle scale Shows the head-tilt angle on a scale from 50-70°.
Default: 60°.
GWire Controls the vertical movement of the grinding head.
HWire adjustment knobs Adjusts the wire that controls the vertical movement of the grinding
head.
IHead-tilt angle nut Sets the head-tilt angle on the head-tilt angle scale. (D)
JDepth gauge height knob Sets the height of the depth gauge.
H
C
FJ
I
A
B
G
D
E

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3.4 Grinding head
The grinding wheel on the grinding head sharpens the chains. The type of wheel, the top-plate angles, the settings of
the grinding head, and the profiling of the grinding wheel all determine how the chain is sharpened.
B
C
A
D
Pos Part Description
AGrinding wheel Grinds the chain.
BGrinding wheel nut Keeps the grinding wheel in place.
CGrinding wheel guard Protects the user and grinding wheel when the chain is sharpened.
D2 screws Secures the grinding wheel guard in place.

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Product Description
3.5 Pneumatic chain tensioner
The purpose of the pneumatic chain tensioner is to attach and secure the chain in the correct operating position. It
also keeps the chain properly tensioned during grinding.
Note: You can also order a telescopic chain extension kit if you need to fit longer chains. See section 9, “Accessories
and Spare Parts”.
DB
E
A
F
G
H
C
Pos Part Description
ATensioner rail Where the tensioner slides up and down. The tensioner is moved
to fit chains of different lengths.
BLocking handle Locks the tensioner in place.
CProtection cover Protects the user from pinch injuries.
DTensioner roll Allows the chain to move when it is sharpened.
ETensioner arm/Quick release Allows the user to tension or release the chain faster than if the
locking handle is used (quick release function).
FPneumatic piston nut Holds the pneumatic piston in place.
GAir hose Supplies the tensioner with pneumatic air.
HPneumatic piston. Gives flexibility to the tensioner.

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3.6 Controls
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B
C
D
E
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H
I
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A
Pos Part Description
AReset button Resets the counter.
BGrinding speed knob Sets the grinding speed.
CChain Pusher switch ON: starts the chain feed, so that the chain moves in a forward
direction. OFF: Stops the chain feed.
D3 in 1 switch ON: all 3 edges (the cutters, the gullet and the depth gauge) on the
chain are sharpened. OFF: only the cutters are sharpened.
EEmergency stop button
Shuts off the power and stops the machine. The emergency stop
button is used to turn off the machine after operation and to do an
emergency shut-down.
FFirst digit button Sets the first digit in the counter. (1xxx-9xxx)
Second digit button Sets the second digit in the counter. (x1xx-x9xx)
Third digit button Sets the third digit in the counter. (xx1x-xx9x)
Fourth digit button Sets the fourth digit in the counter. (xxx1-xxx9)
GGrinding wheel motor switch Starts the grinding motor.
HTroubleshooting indicators Indicates potential problems with the machine. See section 8.4,
“Troubleshooting indicators”.
IGrinding head positioning button Changes the angle of the grinding head from left to right, or vice
versa.
JPower Button Turns on the machine.

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Product Description
3.6.1 Counter
The counter consists of a display and buttons that set the number of cutters to be sharpened. Before you start the
machine, use the buttons to program the number of cutting teeth to be sharpened. The machine will automatically
stop after the programmed number of cutting teeth have been sharpened.
• The lower digits on the display show how many cutting teeth that will be sharpened before the machine
automatically stops. The counter can be set to count up to 9999 sharpened cutting teeth. The number of
cutting teeth set will be stored in the memory until the next time the number is set.
• The upper digits show the number of cutting teeth that are already sharpened. This number increasing by 1 for
every cutting tooth that is sharpened. This counter can be reset by using the “reset” button.
3.6.2 Grinding speed knob
The grinding speed knob sets the speed of the grinding wheel. The speed can be set to different speeds to grind 0 to
4 mm (0” to 5/32”) off the cutting teeth.
3.7 Chain overview
This section describes the definitions for the parts of a normal chain.
Pos Part Description
ACutters R: Right cutter. L: Left cutter.
BDrive link The lower part of a link. Used to push the chain forward in the
chainsaw, etc.
CTie strap The links separating the cutters.
DCutting tooth The part of the cutter that cuts chain.
EGullet The space between the cutting tooth and the depth gauge.
FRivet hole A hole where the rivet is placed.
GDepth gauge The front part of the cutter.
BC
F
DG
E
A
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3.8 Technical data
Parameter Value
Supply voltage 12-15 V DC
Power 144 W
Current 12 A
Over-current protection Automatic fuse type ptc
Rotation speed 3250 rpm
Peripheral speed 25 m/s
Grinding wheel dimensions
(for the grinding wheels included in the
delivery)
Outer diameter (OD) × Width (W) × Inner diameter (ID):
• 150 mm x 3.2 mm x 16 mm (5 7/8”x 1/8”x 5/8”)
• 150 mm x 4.8 mm x 16 mm ( 5 7/8”x 3/16”x 5/8”)
Max dimensions for the
Triplematic Auto Chain Grinder
Length (L) x Width (W) x Height (H):
480 mm x 330 mm x 520 mm (18.9”x 12.9”x 20.4”)
Dimensions, stand Length (L) x Width (W) x Height (H):
345 mm x 360 mm x 1070 mm (13.5”x 14.1”x 42.1”)
Weight of the machine 17.5 kg
Weight, stand 33 kg
Compressed air supply pressure 5-8 bar

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4 Installation
4.1 Safety during installation
WARNING Before you install, operate or do maintenance on the machine, you must read the safety information
in this manual. Obey the instructions in this manual to prevent injuries or damage to the equipment.
WARNING Always wear safety gloves, protective glasses, and any other personal protective equipment
suitable for the current work task.
4.2 Site requirements
WARNING Put the machine indoors, in a dry area with good light. Do not let the machine become wet or moist.
Do not put the machine near gas, liquids or other materials that can catch fire or explode.
CAUTION Make sure that the floor where the machine is placed, is flat and level. If it is not, attach the stand to
the floor with screws.
Note: Machines can be set up on a bench or you can use the included stand. Please note that mounting hardware
for the bench is not supplied with the machine.
4.3 Unpack the machine
Note: For a video demonstration of how to unpack, assemble, install, and operate the machine, visit Markusson.se
1. Unpack the crates.
Note: Keep the delivery crates and packing materials. Pack the machine in them if it is moved or sent for service.
The crates and packing materials will minimize the risk of damage during transportation.
2. Make sure that all parts in the list below are included in the delivery:
• Triplematic Auto Chain Grinder machine
• stand (with set of screws, nuts and bolts for assembly)
• pneumatic tensioner
• converter (with 2 screws for assembly)
• Triplematic Auto Chain Grinder User manual (this document)
• rectangular profile stone (55 x 15 x 15 mm) and profile template (used as protection during transport and fitted
in the chain vise)
• hex key, which is used to change the top-plate angle
• Allen wrench, which is used for tightening
• grinding wheel guard (with 2 screws for assembly)
• 2 types of ceramic grinding wheels,
• screws, nuts and bolts for assembly
Note: For your convenience, you may also use your own tools to assist the machine’s assembly.
3. Remove all packing materials. Remove the profile template from the chain vise, which is used to protect the
grinding head during transport. Remove the air hose connector’s packing material.

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4.4 Assembling the stand
CAUTION The Triplematic Auto Chain Grinder machine must always be attached to the stand. Make sure that
it is safely attached.
1. To mount the grinder on the stand, begin by assembling the stand.
2. The stand comes in 4 pieces: two sides, one base and one front piece.
A
2x
B
1x
C
1x
D
2x
E
2x
I
2x
F
3x
J
7x
G
12x
K
3x
H
4x
L
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3. Start by placing the base piece on the floor.
Place the front piece on top of the base piece
by aligning the holes they have on the front
right and left corners. Bolt the front piece to the
base through the two holes using the provided
wrench.
4. Next, attach the two side pieces to each other
with provided bolts through the holes at the
intersection of two pieces to create the side
support piece.
G
J
G
5. To complete the assembly of the stand, bolt the
side support first to the base and then to the
front piece.
4.5 Assembling the pneumatic
chain tensioner
To assemble the pneumatic chain tensioner, lay the
stand on the floor with the front piece facing up.
1. First, attach the handle to the pneumatic chain
tensioner.
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2. Then insert the rod through the unit and insert
the bottom part of the rod onto the base of the
stand.
3. To secure the rod, start from the top. Place the
provided nut on the top of the hole and insert
the bolt from the bottom of the rod towards the
top, and then through the nut.
E
J
4. Do not completely tighten the bolt. Once the
bolt is in place, slide it into the slot located at
the top part of the stand, then tighten the bolt.
5. Once the top portion is secured, use the
second set of nuts and bolts to fix the bottom
part of the rod to the stand. After securing both
the bottom and the top, bring the stand back to
an upright position.
6. There are two air lines to be attached to the
pneumatic chain tensioner: one with an air
fitting unit attached to the end and one without
a fitting.
7. Insert the line without the fitting through the
hole located on the left side of the stand,
bringing it from back to the front. Route the line
through the back of the rod and insert it into the
pneumatic tensioner until it sits in place.
8. Now attach the chain holders that will allow you
to keep loops of chain up off of the ground.
Insert the provided long bolts into the holes
located on both sides of the stand and fix them
in place with a 0.5"(13 mm) wrench.
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9. The stand will need to be secured on the floor
through the holes located at the base of the
stand.
Note: The bolts are not provided with the
machine.
10. After the stand is assembled and secured, bolt
the AC/DC converter to the back of the stand
by aligning the two holes located at the top and
the bottom of the converter to the holes on the
stand.
11. Next, place the machine on the stand. Fix it to
the stand through the 3 holes located at the
back of the machine with the bolts and nuts
provided.
K
K
K
I
L
J
F
F
12. To connect the AC/DC converter unit to the
machine, plug in the black and red power cable
into the control panel through the slot on the left
hand side of the machine.
Note: For best performance, use the converter
provided by Markusson.
WARNING Put the power converter where
there is as little dust as possible and out of
reach of sparks from the machine.
13. To connect the air unit, slip the air line that has
been attached to the pneumatic chain tensioner
into the slot marked as “out” at the back of the
machine. Then insert the second airline into the
slot marked “in”. Next, connect the line with the
fitting unit to an air compressor with a minimum
of 5-8 bar.
WARNING Attach air hoses and cables
with cable clamps to make sure no one trips
over them.
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4.7 Installing and centering
the grinding wheel
Note: The first step in preparing the grinder for use
is installing and centering the appropriate grinding
wheel.
1. The grinder comes with 2 wheel sizes: 1/8"
(3.2 mm) and 3/16"(5 mm). These wheels
are 5 7/8"(150 mm) in diameter with 5/8"(16
mm) arbor size. It is critical to select the wheel
of the appropriate thickness for each chain.
2. The correct wheel size for a particular
Markusson saw chain can be found in
several sources: this manual, the back
of the Markusson chain packaging,
Markusson Maintenance and Safety
Manual, or online at Markusson.se
WARNING Inspect the grinding wheel and
make sure that it is not cracked or damaged.
There is a simple test (called the “ring test”) that
you can do to check for damage to a grinding
wheel. Hold the grinding wheel up by its center
hole. Knock the edge of the grinding wheel
gently with a non-metallic object (like the plastic
handle of a screwdriver). If the grinding wheel
makes a dull, non-metallic noise, then the wheel
could be damaged. DO NOT USE IT. CRACKED
GRINDING WHEELS MUST BE REPLACED
IMMEDIATELY. See also section 7.3, “Change
the grinding wheel and
fit the grinding wheel guard”.
3. Once the grinding wheel has been verified,
you’re ready to begin the install.
4.6 Bench-mounting the machine
1. An alternative to having the grinder on a stand
is to bench-mount the machine.
2. Bench-mounting offers you flexibility and the
ability to sharpen chain virtually anywhere using
the electrical from any wall outlet or use of a
12V power source.
WARNING Put the power converter where
there is as little dust as possible and out of
reach of sparks from the machine.
3. If the machines are not being used with the
stand and the pneumatic tensioner, it should
be used with the weight tensioner in order to
provide the chain with the tension needed for
grinding. The weight tensioner is available
separately for purchase (see: 9, “Accessories
and Spare Parts”).
2mm