This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a JET JPSG-618M1 Surface Grinder. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety using accepted operating and maintenance procedures. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your Surface Grinder and to aid in using it safely, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully.
Table of Contents Warranty and Service ...2 Table of Contents ...3 Warning...4 Introduction...6 Specifications ...6 Features of the JPSG-618M1...7 Unpacking ...9 Contents of the Shipping Container ...9 Installation and Assembly ...10 Installing Table...11 Leveling the Machine ...11 Installing Splash Guard ...12 Installing Coolant System ...12...
Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3.
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blahblahblah 20. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 22. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the grinding wheel or other moving parts.
This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model JPSG-618M1 Surface Grinder. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual.
Unpacking Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Surface Grinder is installed and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact.
Installation and Assembly The Surface Grinder should disconnected from power assembly procedures. Refer to parts breakdowns at the end of this manual if clarification is needed for any assembly procedure. 1. Remove the top and sides of the crate. Leave the surface grinder bolted to the pallet until it reaches the desired location.
Installing Table 1. Raise the wheelhead. 2. Clean all rust protected surfaces of the table with kerosene or a light solvent. Do not use gasoline, paint or lacquer thinner, as these will damage painted surfaces. 3. The bearings are in sections and are easily installed with the dovetail connecting ends.
Installing Splash Guard 1. Attach the splash guard (tall side to the left) to the table, with four phillips pan head machine screws and four flat washers. See Figure 5. The rear splash plate should be secured to the splash guard with wing nuts and flat washers, and the tinted front splash plate should be installed in the tabs at the front of the splash guard.
These last items are optional accessories and can be purchased through your JET dealer. 1. Set the diamond in the overhead dresser, or in the seat on the magnetic chuck. The collar of the dresser is about 5°.
Wheel Balancing 1. Attach the wheel to the surface grinder. 2. Turn on the surface grinder and then turn on coolant flow. 3. Dress the wheel (see instructions above). 4. Remove the dresser, turn off the coolant and dry-run the wheel for ten minutes to remove any coolant.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Make sure the voltage of your power supply matches the specifications on the motor plate of the Surface Grinder.
Adjustments Timing Belt The timing belt should have 1/2” to 3/4” give with six pounds of pressure applied. The timing belt has been properly tensioned at the factory and should not be adjusted when you receive the machine. As the machine receives use, however, the timing belt may eventually need tightening.
Maintenance Disconnect machine from the power source before doing any maintenance. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. Coolant System Check coolant level once a week. Change coolant after every 100 hours of use, as follows: Remove coolant tank lid, and dispose of the old coolant properly.
Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Excess machine vibration. Frequent wave on the Grinding wheel is not balanced. surface of workpiece. Wheel is too hard. Improper operation. Minor scratch on the surface. Improper dressing of wheel. Improper operation. Burning spots and Improper heat treatment. cracks.
Parts List: Base Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size E1...618M1-05E1 ... Base Assembly ..1 1...618M1-051... Base ..1 2...TS-2284101 ... Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw... M4x6 ... 2 3...618M1-053... Base Cover..1 4...TS-2285102 ... Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw... M5x8 ... 4 5...SG1006...
Parts List: Electrical Panel Index No. Part No. Description Size T1...618M1-08T1... Transformer..1 K1M...618M1-08K1M... Magnetic Contactor..1 OL ...618M1-08OL ... Overload..1 F1...618M1-08F1... Low Voltage Fuse ..1 F2...618M1-08F2... Low Voltage Fuse ..1 F3...618M1-08F3... Low Voltage Fuse ..1 F4...618M1-08F4...