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FG5000/10000 Flywheel Grinder Instruction Manual and Parts List Van Norman 500 57 St., Marion, IA 52302 888-855-1789 319-377-9101 (FAX) Copyright 2005 All Rights Reserved. Equipment specifications, options and accessories subject to change without notice.
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(wheel dresser/diamonds/abrasives) consumed in normal operation of the machine. Van Norman disclaims all other warranties, expressed or implied, as to the quality of any goods, including implied warranties of MERCHANTABILITY and FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WHATSOEVER, SHALL Van...
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Upon taking delivery of your machine, carefully inspect the assembly before removing the crating and packing materials. If evidence of damage exists, contact the shipper and Van Norman/Kwik-Way Products Inc. immediately. Although Van Norman/Kwik-Way Products Inc. is not responsible for damage incurred during transit, you will be provided assistance in preparation and filing of any necessary claims.
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The specifications put forth in this manual were in effect at the time of publication. However, owing to Van Norman’s policy of continuous improvement, changes to these specifications may be made at any time without obligation.
Van Norman/Kwik-Way recommends the use of anti-skid floor strips on the floor area where the operator normally stands and that each machine's work area be marked off.
Tee Nut 375-16 x .500 (3) 794-8012-02 Centering Cone 794-8012-03 Tooling Support Block (3) 794-8012-04 Tooling Clamp (3) 804-8012-06 SHCS .375-16 x 2.250 (3) 794-8012-07 SHCS .437-14 x .750 000-1155-33 Flat Washer, .375 (3) 000-0171-40 SHCS .375-16 x 1.5 (3) Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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.250-28 Jam Nut (not shown) 794-8627-83 Indicator Bar Kit 794-8011-91 Knob 794-8013-25 Indicator Bar 804-8013-29 Hex Nut .250-20, Jam (2) 794-8013-33 Indicator Point, 1 794-8017-04 Indicator Point, 2.5 794-8020-52 Foot Assembly, .500 (2) 794-8020-53 Foot Assembly, 1.00 (2) Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Small Bore/VW Centering Cone Set 794-8010-69 VW Rabbit Centering Cone, 1.38" 794-8010-70 Centering Cone, 1.375" 794-8010-95 VW Flange Adapter 794-8015-96 FSHCS, .437-14 x 2" 794-8016-28 SHCS, .437-14 x 1.5" 794-8686-99 FSHCS, .437-16 x 2.50" 794-8687-14 SHCS, .437-14 x 2.25" Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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SHCS .375-16 x .75 (2) not shown 000-0170-27 SHCS .375-16 x 1.00 (4) not shown 000-0171-40 SHCS .375-16 x 1.50 (6) not shown 804-8016-58 BHCS .375-16 x 1.00 (3) not shown 794-8047-86 Long Finger, 6" (4) 794-8047-87 Long Finger, 4.5" (4) Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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SHCS .375-16 x .75 (3) 000-0170-35 SHCS .375-16 x 1.25 (3) 794-8016-19 Stud .375-16 x 2.875 (2) 000-0170-51 SHCS .375-16 x 2.00 794-8055-99 SHCS .375-16 x 3.25 000-0170-65 SHCS .375-16 x 3.00 794-8677-99 Centering Cone Bolt, 4.25" Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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794-8633-30 Counter Boring Tool 794-8105-29 Dressing Stick, Hand Held 794-8664-42 Flanged Nut .5" (12.7 mm) 010-0797-03 Grinding Wheel, 3" (76.2 mm) 794-8633-32 Grinding Wheel, 4" (101.6 mm) 794-8632-13 Hold Down Stud 794-8011-73 Mounting Adaptor 794-8633-31 Peg Board Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Heavy Duty Centering Adapter Set 794-8657-37 Ford/Cat 205, 2.040" (51.8 mm) 794-8657-38 Mack 305, 2.435" (61.8 mm) 794-8657-39 Ford Truck, 2.495" (63.4 mm) 794-8657-40 Cum/GMC 306, 2.830" (71.9 mm) 794-8657-41 Ford 307, 3.149" (79.9 mm) 794-8657-42 Ford Truck, 3.255" (82.7 mm) Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Special grit tends to Ruby be fast cutting and long wearing. 794-8011-16 6" Diameter Best all-around stone for billet FG1050 Flared Cup steel. Softer wheel requires White minimum dressing. NOTE: 10% Discount on Grinding Wheels in Lots of 10 Each Van Norman 888-855-1789...
5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER MACHINE DESCRIPTION Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Relock the motor flange. Figure 1 2. A forklift is recommended for removing the machine from the skid and setting in place. Lift only from the base cabinet from the rear (Figure 2). Figure 2 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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2 - 1/4" screws provided. Next, screw the tool tray to the top of the tool board using the 3 - screws provided (Figure 5). 6. Unpack the Standard Tooling, clean with an approved commercial solvent, and place on the tool board. Figure 5 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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2. Remove the plastic oil container at the rear of the machine from its base by turning counterclockwise (Figure 9). Invert the container and fill with Table Lubricant 794-8011-55 through the bottom tube. Quickly invert and re-install the oil container, tighten hand tight only. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Figure 10A Figure 10B 4. In the center hole of the table is a 7/16”-14 set screw. This was installed during shipping of the machine to keep any debris out of the hole. Remove set screw and discard. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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(Figure 12). Figure 11 Figure 12 CAUTION: Excessive build up of grinding sludge in the coolant may cause premature failure of the coolant pump. Clean out coolant tank every 50 flywheels. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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2 wires to hot, 1 wire to ground and 1 wire to neutral. The machine will not operate without the neutral connection. Three Phase Ground Figure 15 Ground Figure 14 3. After the electrical hookup is completed, verify correct rotation of the table and grinding motor. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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14). DO NOT INTERCHANGE GROUND WIRE. If the rotation is correct on one motor, but not the other, contact Van Norman technical assistance. 3. On 1 Phase (Single Phase) machines, if rotation is not correct, contact Van Norman for assistance.
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Only a small amount of material has to be removed to obtain a new grinding edge. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Whenever a flywheel is ground while mounted on a surface other than the crankshaft mounting surface, careful inspection to assure parallelism of the two surfaces should be done. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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6. Replace shroud cover and actuate grinder motor, table motor and coolant pump. Direct coolant onto workpiece so it flows under the grinding wheel. Regulate amount of coolant flow by adjusting valve on rear of shroud. NEVER GRIND WITHOUT ADEQUATE COOLANT FLOW. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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3. Rotate the fine feed handknob clockwise (Figure 23) to lower grinder head until stone contact is made. (if machine is equipped with the auto grind feature, proceed to step 4) Continue to feed grinder head down to grind surface until flat and free of defects or to desired depth. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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(Figure 24 & 25) will give the operator an approximate amount of material removal. The readings of this dial will be influenced by both stock removal and wheel wear. Figure 24 Figure 25 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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4. Loosen the column lock handle. Swing the grinding head to the left side of the flywheel, so the tip of the tool bit is at its outermost location. Gradually feed the grinding head down until the radius is removed. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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As long as oil is in this container both the table bearing surface and the column will be adequately lubricated. 5. LEADSCREW AND NUT Lubricate leadscrew and bronze nut as required to maintain smooth operation with #801152 Leadscrew Lubricant or a medium duty grease containing graphite or molybdenum. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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If the speed reducer is underfilled, the resultant friction can cause overheating and possible damage. If this occurs, fill the speed reducer to the oil level plug hole and check the gearing for excessive wear. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Number 794-8685-32, to grinder motor (Figure 30), and lowering head until indicator touches table. Rotate indicator (and motor shaft) from front to back and note direction and amount of indicator travel. Figure 29 Figure 30 Optional – Part # 794-8627-83 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Check side-to-side tilt using same dial indicator setup used in checking front to rear tilt above. The dial indicator reading should be identical when swung from one side to the other. Studs Adjusting Adjusting Screws Screws Pivot Pin Figure 31 Side to Side Adjustment Studs Adjusting Screws Studs Figure 32 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Access to the leadscrew nut is gained by removing the rear access door. Tightening the cap screw in the bronze nut decreases the amount of backlash (Figure 34). Figure 34 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Loosen jam nuts on the bolts located at the ends of both bars (Figure 35). d. Adjust bolts out until slight pressure is put on the round support bars. Tighten jam nuts. e. Apply a film of grease on contact area of the support bars. Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER ASSEMBLY DRAWING Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER ASSEMBLY DRAWING Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER ASSEMBLY DRAWING Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER ASSEMBLY DRAWING Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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QTY. 000-0100-14 HHCS 1/4-20 x .500 794-8687-27 Column (FG10,000) 794-8012-38 Column (FG5000) 794-8687-82 Half Ring Set (FG10,000) 794-8012-63 Half Ring Set (FG5000) 794-8012-51 Bearing 794-8687-62 Column Cap (FG10,000) 794-8012-61 Column Cap (FG5000) 000-0167-80 SHCS 5/16-18 x .75 000-0165-35 SHCS 1/4-20 x .75...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER CONTROL BOX ASSEMBLY MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-22, 794-8688-36, 794-8688-40, 794-8688-43 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER CONTROL BOX ASSEMBLY MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-06, 794-8688-38, 794-8688-50, 794-8688-53 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER CONTROL BOX ASSEMBLY MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-37, 794-8688-52 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER WIRING DIAGRAM MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8690-00, 794-8690-02, 794-8690-04 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER WIRING DIAGRAM MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8690-01 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER WIRING DIAGRAM MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8690-03 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER WIRING DIAGRAM MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-41 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER WIRING DIAGRAM MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-35, 794-8688-42 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER WIRING DIAGRAM MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-22, 794-8688-36, 794-8688-40, 794-8688-43 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER WIRING DIAGRAM MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-06, 794-8688-38, 794-8688-50, 794-8688-53 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER WIRING DIAGRAM MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-51 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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5000/10000 FLYWHEEL GRINDER CONTROL BOX ASSEMBLY MACHINE MODEL NUMBERS 794-8688-37, 794-8688-52 Van Norman 888-855-1789...
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Van Norman A Division of Kwik-Way Products Inc. 500 57 St., Marion, IA 52302 USA 888-855-1789 319-377-9421 319-377-9101 (FAX) www.van-norman.com service@kwik-way.com...