Magna-Matic MAG-12008 Series Original Instructions Manual

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MAG-12008 SERIES
PROFESSIONAL LAWN MOWER BLADE CLEANERS
System 16 Workstation

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  • Page 1 Original Instructions MAG-12008 SERIES PROFESSIONAL LAWN MOWER BLADE CLEANERS System 16 Workstation...
  • Page 2: Box Inventory

    THANK YOU, We sincerely appreciate your decision to make Magna-Matic your lawn mower blade sharpener. We understand there are other choices in the marketplace, and we are extremely confident that after the first few blades you sharpen, it will be evident you’ve chosen the best machine for the job. Rest assured that if you have a question or problem you will have complete customer support for all of our products.
  • Page 3: Warning / Caution

    All parts should be properly repaired or replaced. Do not use this tool if the switch does not turn it on or off. • Never Leave Tool Unattended - Turn the power off. Don’t leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop. • Read “A Primer on Grinding Wheel Safety” https://www.magna-matic.com...
  • Page 4: Safety Labels

    SAFETY LABELS SAFETY COLOR DEFINITION DANGER Interaction with the hazard will cause severe injury or death. WARNING Interaction with the hazard could cause severe injury or death. CAUTION Interaction with the hazard could cause minor or moderate injury. SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITION DEFINITION ICON...
  • Page 5: Operation Safety

    OPERATION/SAFETY DANGER NEVER OPERATE THE MAG-12008 WITHOUT HEAVY LEATHER GLOVES - BLADES HAVE SHARP EDGES !WEAR SAFETY GEAR! It is REQUIRED to use a vacuum or air cleaner with the MAG-12008. If the MAG-12008 is not attached to a vacuum or other air cleaning device a face mask or respirator must be worn.
  • Page 6: Operation

    OPERATION The MAG-12008 is intended ONLY for the cleaning of lawn mower blades. Follow these instructions to properly operate the MAG-12008 and achieve the highest productivity. 1. Wear proper safety gear as outlined in this manual. (refer to page 6) 2.
  • Page 7 BLADE SERVICE WARNING WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY. CAUTION LAWN MOWER BLADES HAVE SHARP EDGES - ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND SAFETY GLASSES! The MAG-12008 Lawn Mower Blade Cleaner is only ONE step in the process to properly servicing a lawn mower blade.
  • Page 8 BRUSH SPECIFIC SAFETY INFORMATION READ THIS PAGE Summary - Power Brush Safety Requirements 1. Safety Goggles: Safety goggles or full face shields worn over safety glasses with side shields MUST BE WORN BY ALL OPERATORS IN THE AREA of power brush operations. Comply with the requirements of ANSI Z87.1 “Occupational Eye and Face Protection.”...
  • Page 9 BRUSH ADJUSTMENT CAUTION LAWN MOWER BLADES HAVE SHARP EDGES - ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND SAFETY GLASSES! Brush adjustments will need to be made as the brushes wear. There are two knobs for adjustments. The knob on the left-side moves the left-side brush for wear adjustment. The knob in the center below the motor moves the motor to increase or reduce belt tension.
  • Page 10 BRUSH GUARD ADJUSTMENT CAUTION LAWN MOWER BLADES HAVE SHARP EDGES - ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND SAFETY GLASSES! There is a brush safety guard between the two gangs of brushes in the MAG-12008, this prevents the right- hand brush from kicking the blade towards the operator. When the brushes are adjusted for wear, the brush safety guard must also be adjusted to cover the right-hand brush.
  • Page 11: Brush Replacement

    BRUSH REPLACEMENT CAUTION TURN OFF AND UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING! CAUTION ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES, FACE MASK, AND SAFETY GLASSES! REPLACE BRUSHES WHEN THEY REACH 6” DIAMETER IMPORTANT When brushes are less than 6” dia. they will not have the flexibility to move around NOTE: the lift and other curvatures of a lawn mower blade.
  • Page 12 BELT/PULLEY GUARD REMOVAL To remove the belt/pulley guard follow the outlined steps: 1. Turn off and unplug the MAG-12008 2. Remove the (6) six 5/16” hex bolts that fasten the pulley guard (1/2” socket required) (see first image below) 3. Remove the adjustment knob (3/4” wrench required) 4.
  • Page 13: Belt Tension

    BELT TENSION INCREASING BELT TENSION Adding tension is done by turning the motor knob counter-clockwise (this moves the motor pulley towards the back of the MAG-12008) DECREASING BELT TENSION Reducing tension is done by turning the motor knob clockwise (this moves the motor pulley towards the front of the MAG-12008) BELT WEAR Over the life of the belt it will stretch, and belt tensioning will be required even if brush wear does not occur.
  • Page 14: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS The MAG-12008 can clean a lawn mower blade up to 30” long x 3.75” wide MAG-12008 (North America) MAG-12008 (Euro) Dimensions L x W x H 23” x 20” x 20” 58.4 cm x 50.8 cm x 50.8 cm Weight 124 lbs 56 kg...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Motor fails to start Motor is mis-wired. Verify motor is wired correctly per information supplied. Fan guard bent/damaged and Motor fails to start Replace fan guard, if possible, straighten it. contacting fan. Motor has been running, then fails Fuse or circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 16: Parts Diagrams

    PARTS DIAGRAMS IMPORTANT NOTE: ALL CLEANERS MADE AFTER 10/17/2013 HAVE 8 BRUSHES AND 8 SPACERS...
  • Page 17 PARTS DIAGRAMS MAG-12008 Lower Parts Key Key # Part # Description 12008-07 Brush cover (machine base cover) H-625WFZ Brush washer 5/8” (2 req) H-25C37BSSZ 1/4 button head screw 3/8” long (4 req) H-625FLJNZ 5/8” left-hand jam nut (2 req) 12008-26 plastic wear pad H-31WLZ 5/16”...
  • Page 18: Warranty

    WARRANTY MAGNA-MATIC CORPORATION (the “Manufacturer”) warrants Manufacturer’s products (the “Products”) will be free from defects in manufacture by Manufac- turer (the “Warranty”). The Warranty will be effective and valid for a period of one (1) or two (2) years, as indicated on the Warranty certificate or Manufacturer’s website (http://www.magna-matic.com), beginning on the date in which Manufacturer ships the Product (the “Warranty Period”) from manufacturer’s facility...

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