Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local Walter Meier distributor, or visit waltermeier.com. WARRANTY JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW = Woodworking). WHAT IS COVERED? This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below.
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment, such as face or 3.0 Safety Warnings dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.
4.0 About this manual This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc. covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model BG-379 Belt Grinder. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown.
5.0 Features Figure 1 1. Spark trap 10. Angle lock handle (x2) 2. Eye shield 11. Drive wheel 3. Front work support 12. Dust port 4. Contact wheel 13. Side panel 5. Top work support 14. Pedestal 6. Belt guard 15.
6.0 Specifications Model Number ................BG-379-1............BG-379-3 Stock Number ................414610............414615 Materials: Pedestal and Base ................. steel..............steel Belt housing ................... steel..............steel Abrasive belt provided....... zirconium, closed coat, 80G......zirconium, closed coat, 80G Drive wheel ................aluminum............aluminum Contact wheel .......8” durometer (HRA60~65), serrated....8” durometer (HRA60~65), serrated Motor and Electricals: Motor type ..
operator. During hard-wiring of the machine, make sure the fuses have been removed or the 7.0 Set-Up and Assembly breakers have been tripped in the circuit to which the machine will be connected. Place a 7.1 Floor Diagram warning placard on the fuse holder or circuit breaker to prevent it being turned on while the machine is being wired.
Extension Cords 2. Allow belt to completely stop, then remove spark trap (1). The use of extension cords is discouraged; try to position machines within reach of the power 3. Open side cover, and slacken belt by source. extension cord becomes pushing tension release lever (8) downward necessary, make sure the cord rating is suitable...
Check belt periodically for cuts, frays, or worn areas. Replace belt when these symptoms are found. Empty spark trap frequently. If power cord is worn, cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced immediately. 11.0 Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power.
12.1.2 BG-379 Belt Grinders – Parts List Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....S-75B-000 ....Stand ....................1 2 ....TS-2342121 ....Nylon Lock Hex Nut ........M12 ......... 1 3 ....TS-2360121 ....Flat Washer..........12mm ......3 4 ....S-75B-006 ....Inside Tube ..................1 5 ....
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Index No. Part No. Description Size 33 .... TS-1532042 ....Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw....M4x12......2 34 .... BG379-34....Socket Head Cap Screw ......M5x50......1 35 .... 5712561 ....Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw....M5x8 ....... 2 36 .... S-75-1031 ....Eye Protection Hinge ................1 37 ....
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92 .... TS-2285352 ....Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw....M5x35......4 93 .... TS-1540031 ....Hex Nut............M5 ........4 ....JETLOGO-1 ....Jet Logo Plate (not shown) ......2-3/4” x 8” ......1 ....STRIPE-1-3/4 ..JET Stripe (not shown) ........1-3/4” w..... per ft....BG379-WL ....Warning Label (not shown) ......2-3/4” x 5” ......1...
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