tormek T-2 User manual

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Machine Measurement: Width 240 mm, Depth 210 mm, Height 285 mm.
Machine Weight: 6.3 kg Grinding Wheel: Tormek Diamond Wheel Fine DWF-200,
∅200×40 mm, 120 rpm, torque 8.4 Nm. Honing Wheel: ∅160×30 mm
Housing: Zinc cast top, Impact resistant ABS plastic Motor: Industrial single phase,
120 W (input) 230 V, 50Hz or 115V, 60 Hz, duty 30 min/hour, maintenance free, silent
running 54 dB, 10,000 hour life. Warranty: 7 years. When used for a professional
sharpening service the warranty is 2 years.
Handle
knife sizes:
Getting Started
Unscrew the left-handed thread
EzyLock nut by hand.
Make sure the pins on the
honing wheel locate into the
holes on the drive wheel.
Mounting: Put the wheel onto
the shaft and turn the EzyLock
anticlockwise by hand. When
sharpening, the grinding wheel
will automatically tighten to the
correct torque.
Dismounting: Turn the wheel
clockwise by hand whilst
holding the honing wheel still,
and the EzyLock washer nut will
automatically become loose.
1. Mounting the diamond wheel
2. Mounting the honing wheel
Knife Sharpening for
the Professional Kitchen
The Tormek T-2 Knife Sharpener has been made to meet the professional kitchen’s need for
an efcient workow and effective sharpening. The concept is a further development of the
diamond bench stone, which in combination with the control of the edge angle makes it
possible to easily achieve a professional sharpening, right when and where needed.
Width
14–60 mm
(⁄"–2 ")
Thickness
Max 3.5 mm
(⁄")
Translation of the original instructions

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Important Information Regarding
the Diamond Wheel
Always clean the knife before sharpening, otherwise the function of the grinding wheel can
be altered.
At rst usage, the diamond surface will seem aggressive but after a short break-in period,
the diamond crystals will stabilise to a uniform level to give a ner surface. This normally
takes 2–5 sharpenings.
If necessary clean your sharpener with water, washing-up liquid and a nylon brush.
Store the machine in a dry area.
3. Mounting the clamp
4. Mounting the pointer
5. Positioning the jig on the axis

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First, make sure the knife is clean. Start the machine. Position the knife in the jig and move it
down towards the grinding surface. Slide the knife evenly over the grinding wheel applying a light
pressure. Ensure that the knife is in contact with the full width of the wheel. Follow the shape of
the knife. Let the jig guide determine the angle. 2–3 sweeps are normally enough if you sharpen
atthe same angle as previously.
2. Position the knife and start sharpening
15° 15°
30°
Example edge angle and result.
A common angle for a kitchen
knife is 30°, so set the pointer
at a 15° sharpening angle on
each side which will give you
a30° result on your knife.
25–30°
30–40°
25–30°
Suggested edge angles
Sharpening Instructions
15° setting will give
a 30° cutting angle.
1. Set the desired edge angle
Which edge angle?
Generally, a smaller edge angle gives a sharper edge whilst a larger edge angle is stronger
and longer lasting. For example, a knife that will be used for meat should have a larger edge
angle than a thinner llet or vegetable knife. The composition of the steel will also affect
which angle is most suitable. A high quality knife blade generally maintains sharpness at a
smaller edge angle compared to a knife blade of low quality steel.
Japanese knives are sharpened with a slightly smaller angle compared to European knives.
If the knife is only sharpened on one side, a suitable edge angle for that side can be 20–25°.
Tip You will save time and prolong
the life of your knives by repeating
the same edge angle. Then you
will only need to remove a minimal
amount of steel each time.

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After sharpening, a “burr” is
created. It needs to be honed
away in order to get a sharp
edge that will not break in use.
Before you start honing, make sure that the honing wheel
rotates away from the edge, otherwise the knife will cut
into the wheel.
Move the knife sideways with a light pressure. Pay close attention
so you do not apply an angle too steep or you will dull the edge.
A couple of strokes on each side is usually enough.
Now you have a sharp knife!
3. Hone to final finish
To help keep the diamond
wheel clean, a magnet is
attached to the back side
of the jig. It collects steel
particles during sharpening.
If you feel that the magnet
interferes your sharpening
(some knives tend to stick to it)
you can easily remove it.
If the knife handle is in the way – loosen and move the jig a
little so the knife blade can run effortlessly towards the wheel.
Sharpen the other side
in the same way.
The burr can sometimes
(depending on the quality
of the steel) bend to one
side and then the other,
therefore it is sometimes
better to hone alternately
between the sides.
If the burr is not honed
away, the knife can feel
dull, even though it is
“freshly sharpened”.
Note Sharpening dust
can sometime result in
small scratches on the
knife blade. You can use
the included protective
papers to avoid this, see
p. 33 for instruction.

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Grinding and Sharpening
• Tormek T-2 is designed for knife sharpening. Only use the machine
for the purpose it is designed for. Follow the instructions.
• Only use Tormek original accessories. Use of other accessories
than which are recommended can be a danger for the user.
• The Tormek jigs and accessories are especially designed for Tormek
machines and must not be used on any other grinder.
• Do not force the machine. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Make sure your hands are dry and clean from grease and oil.
• Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets
etc., which can get caught in the moving parts.
• Keep long hair covered or tied back. Non slip footwear is recommended.
• Keep a secure footing and balance when working with the machine.
• Avoid body contact with earthed objects
(e.g. pipes, radiators, refrigerators, stoves etc.).
• Keep your hands and ngers away from the area
between the jig and the grinding wheel.
• Ensure that you have full control of your work. Use common
sense and do not use the machine when you are tired.
Condition of the Machine
• Before using the machine it should be checked to determine that
it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Do not
use the machine if the switch does not turn it on and off.
• Inspect the cord set periodically. If damaged, have it exchanged by
qualied personnel. This is also valid for an extension cable if used.
• Disconnect the machine from the power supply before servicing
and when changing the grinding wheel or the honing wheel.
• Only use Tormek original grinding wheels intended for model T-2.
Max. diameter 200 mm and max. width 40 mm. Hole diameter 12 mm.
• Do not snatch the cable when pulling it out from the socket.
Ensure that the cable is kept away from sharp edges, oil or heaters.
Place of Work
• Connect the machine to an earthed power supply with the
voltage and Hz, which is written on the machine shield.
• If you use the machine outdoors and if you use an extension cable,
the extension cable must be approved for outdoor use.
• Do not use the machine close to inammable gases or liquids or in a
dangerous environment, e.g. wet locations and do not expose it to rain.
• Ensure that any tools (e.g. spanners or adjustable wrenches)
are removed from the grinding machine before turning it on.
Safety