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#004-895
GraverSmith
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
IMPORTANT
Read these instructions BEFORE operating the machine.
There are a few things that must be done before
connecting the machine to any power source.
NOTICE
This machine requires clean, dry oil-free air. We suggest
using an oil free compressor. If your compressor is an
oil type, you MUST have an oil removal filter (coalescing
type) in the air supply line to this machine. If you are
unsure of this requirement, please call 800-835-3519
or 620-343-1084 and ask for Technical Services.
OIL CONTAMINATION IS NOT COVERED
BY WARRANTY.

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  • Page 1 #004-895 GraverSmith ™ OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL IMPORTANT Read these instructions BEFORE operating the machine. There are a few things that must be done before connecting the machine to any power source. NOTICE This machine requires clean, dry oil-free air. We suggest using an oil free compressor.
  • Page 2 GraverSmith INTRODUCTION The GraverSmith fulfills the need for a cost-effective 1 Rugged plastic carrying handle 2 Press type ON/OFF switch machine capable of allowing rapid cutting and carving 3 5 micron filter and water trap of metal, stone, wood, ivory and many other materials. The easily controllable features of the GraverSmith also *NOTE: Will not remove oil from air 4 Air regulator with gauge...
  • Page 3: Machine Setup

    MACHINE SET-UP CONNECT FOOT THROTTLE CONNECT AIR SUPPLY Place the foot throttle on the floor in a convenient position. Run GraverSmith recommends 1.4 CFM (40 liters/min.) at a the hose to the back of the machine. If you need to “snake” the minimum 45 psi (3.1 bar).
  • Page 4: Operation

    OPERATION STROKES PER MINUTE (SPM) Stroke speed setting is a matter of personal preference and 4. WITHOUT depressing the foot control, SLOWLY increase experience. Generally speaking, lower speed settings are the air pressure until the handpiece begins to buzz. While preferred for some stippling, matting or staking functions.
  • Page 5: Maintenance

    When cleaning the floor, place foot throttle on downward pressure to keep your bench or chair to prevent damage from debris. the hammer from jumping off the work. GRS handpieces have tremendous power. Use just enough power to do the work ... take it easy at first!
  • Page 6: Tool Information

    The tang (or shank) end must be modified by grinding to fit the chuck properly. GRS Tools offers a Graver Sharpening Simplified Video (#011-484) and a DVD called; The Expert’s Guide to Graver When inserting the desired tool into the chuck, it is not necessary Sharpening by Sam Alfano, Master Engraver (#022-375).
  • Page 7 Successful cutting requires just the right amount of forward pressure on the handpiece, and FOR A COMPLETE LINE OF GRAVERS VISIT proper manipulation of the throttle. THE GRS TOOLS GRAVER WEBSITE: grstools.com/gravers-burs-and-more/ TECHNIQUES TO TRY •...
  • Page 8 Use either an engraver’s ball vise or a vise which can be rotated with your free hand to position the work as the cut progresses. GRS offers a selection of vises to fit different tasks.
  • Page 9 GraverSmith™ Cover Assembly Parts List 002-062 #8-32 x 1/2 Rhms 002-064 Nut, #8-32 hex Z/P 002-104 Nut #8-32 HEXKEP Z/P 002-110 Washer, #8 PLTD 002-186 Pop rivet 022-230 90° push to connect fitting 022-231 Push-in male connector 022-248 8-32 x 7/16 pan head screw 022-944 5-micron filter &...
  • Page 10 GraverSmith™ Pneumatic Parts List 002-536 NUT, 1/4"-20 FLNG LOCK Z/P 004-951 VALVE BODY, ROTARY 022-230 FITTING, PTC 0.25" 90° M1/8" NPT 022-948 O-RING, 1.078" O.D. 0.938" I.D. 022-965 FITTING, PTC 0.25" BULKHEAD 023-051 ARG REGULATOR GAUGE IN KNOB 024-167 MOLDED AIR TANK (TWO HOLE VERSION) - 1 024-168 SPECIAL WASHER - 3 024-169 O-RING - 1 024-170 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW - 3...
  • Page 11 GraverSmith™ Electrical Parts List 002-068 Set screw #10-32 x 1/4" blk 002-104 Nut #8-32 HExKEP Z/P 004-812 Speed pot wire assembly 004-817 Red wire assembly motor to control 004-817 Red wire assembly switch to control 004-818 Black wire assembly switch to control 004-826 Power jack assy For GraverSmith 004-827 Red wire assembly switch 004-828 Black wire Switch...
  • Page 12: Warranty

    Glendo Corporation. likely to cause oil contamination. If this occurs, install a Coalescing Oil Filter USA and foreign patents (GRS #004-579 or equivalent). Printed in USA All rights reserved. NOTE: Damage caused by contaminated compressed air is not covered by the warranty.

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