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Operating Instructions And Spare Parts List UNIVERSAL BLADE SHARPENER MODEL 210 (115 Volt) For Assistance Contact: BETTCHER INDUSTRIES, INC. Post Office Box 336 Vermilion, Ohio 44089 Fax: 440-328-4535 Call: 1-800-321-8763 MANUAL NO. *113985 RE-ISSUED 06/15/2018 TMC # 828 www.bettcher.com...
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The Information Provided In These Operating Instructions Are 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. Original Instructions Page i...
115 VAC/1/50-60 Hz 1/50 HP 162 RPM Power Source: 115 VAC / 1 Phase / 60 Hz SECTION 2.0 Designated Use Recommended Operation ® The Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210 was designed and built to sharpen only Bettcher Whizard ® blades. Page 1...
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 Warning ® Any use in applications other than those for which the Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210 was designed and built may result in equipment damage and/or serious injuries.
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 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 THE BLADES.
Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210 except as noted. Due to the wide variety of blade sizes and styles, the blade holder (Item 14) and the steeling device (Item 6) must be ordered separately. Please check when unpacking and advise your local Bettcher Industries representative if the delivery is incomplete. Page 4...
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® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 Included With Your Machine (Continued) Item Number Description Eye Shield Blade Holder Motor Switch Grinder Motor Switch Steeling Device Pin Steeling Device Base Steeling Device (Not Included)
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 SECTION 7.0 Installation Work Station & Lighting Place the universal sharpener on a bench surface of standard working position height. Appropriate lighting should be available. Head and hands to be kept at a safe distance from the grinding wheel and blade during operation.
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 Installing Blade Into Blade Holder (Continued) Check that blade is secure in the blade holder. Note: If blade turns freely in blade holder with hold down pins in place, it is worn excessively and will not operate ®...
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 Grinder Wheel (Continued) Use the correct grinding wheel and grinding wheel surface to sharpen the blades as shown below : 350, 520, 620, 1850, 900-...
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 Sharpening The Blade (Continued) With a continuous spark appearing for complete revolutions of the blade, proceed to steel the blade edges as described below. ®...
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 Sharpening The Blade (Continued) For Model 350/500/520/564/620/750/754/900/1040/1200/1000/1300/1400 and 1500 Blades: (Continued) While holding the steeling shaft lightly against the blade edge, move the steeling shaft in and out across the blade edge for a few complete blade revolutions.
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 8.10 Check Blade Wear Blades should be checked after sharpening for their wear height to determine if they should be discarded. Proper blade height effects trimmer operation, steeling device function and performance on its trimming application.
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 8.11 Fault Detection And Correction PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Uneven bench top Level surface Excessive Sharpener Vibration Loose components Tighten fasteners Wheel not properly Check shaft fit and set...
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® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 SECTION 9.0 Maintenance/Cleaning General: ® The Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener has been designed to be practically maintenance free. It is suggested that the sharpener be completely cleaned periodically with the use of a small brush and vacuum cleaner.
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® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 SECTION 9.0 Maintenance/Cleaning (Continued) Check Grinder Wheel Position: • Place a Model 620 blade (or similar angular type model blade) into the blade holder and place the grinder in it’s respective position.
® Operating BETTCHER Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Instructions INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 10.8 Wiring Diagram Page 28...
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® for Whizard Universal Blade Sharpener Model 210, 115V Operating Instructions for other Bettcher Industries, Inc. products such as the ® Whizard Trimmers, may be requested by quoting the model designation of the product as shown on the identification plate on the product.
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INDUSTRIES, INC. Rev. 05/17/2019 SECTION 12.0 Contact Addresses & Phone For additional information, technical support and spare parts, contact your local Representative, Distributor, or Bettcher Industries Representative : Bettcher Industries, Inc. BETTCHER GmbH P.O. Box 336 Pilatusstrasse 4 Vermilion, Ohio 44089...
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