Jet 578008 - Manuals

5 29. Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the grinder. 30. Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet location, or expose them to rain. Don’t use this grinder in a flammable environment. Keep work area well lighted. 31. Keep work...

6 5.0 Specifications Model .................................................................. IBG-8 .................................. IBG-10 .................................. IBG-12 Stock Number .................................................... 578008 .................................. 578010 ....

7 Dust/swarf collection: Dust port outside diameter ................. 2-1/2” (63.5mm) ..................... 2-1/2” (63.5mm) ..................... 2-1/2” (63.5mm) Recommended min. extraction volume ......... 350 CFM ............................... 350 CFM ............................... 350 CFM Weigh...

8 6.0 Setup and assembly 6.1 Unpacking Separate all parts from the packing material. Check each part against sect. 6.2, Carton contents, and make certain that all items are accounted for before discarding any packing material. (Check grinder first to verify if any parts have been pre-mounted.) 6.2 C...

10 7.0 Electrical connections Electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician in compliance with all relevant codes. This tool must be properly grounded. The model IBG-8 (#578008) and IBG-10 (#578010) bench grinders are prewired for 115V power, and are supplied with a plug designed ...

11 Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number (AWG), the heavier the cord. Ampere Rating Volts Total length of cord in feet More Than Not More Than 120 240 25 50 50 100 100 200 150 30...

12 9.0 Adjustments 9.1 Eye Shield Tilt Adjustment 1. Loosen lock knob (A 1 , Figure 10). 2. Adjust eye shield (A 2 ) to the desired tilt angle. Figure 10: eye shield adjustment 9.2 Spark Guard As the wheel wears down, the spark guards must be re-adjusted to maintain a 1/16" distance. Refer to Fi...

13 4. Stabilize wheel by holding opposite wheel firmly, or placing a wood wedge between wheel and tool rest. Figure 11: wheel replacement 5. Unscrew arbor nut (D) with a wrench. Note : Turn the nut on the right-hand wheel counterclockwise to loosen. Turn the nut on the left-hand wheel clockwise to l...

14 10.5 Dressing the wheels Below is a general procedure for dressing a grinding wheel. Always consult the wheel dresser manufacturer’s instructions for specific information pertaining to the tool. Use safety glasses or face shield during dressing operations. 1. Back off the tool rest enough to allo...

15 11.0 Troubleshooting the IBG series Bench Grinders Table 3 Symptom Possible Cause Correction Motor will not start. Not connected to power source. Verify that plug is properly inserted into receptacle. Switch in Off position. Make sure safety key is inserted. Motor cord cut or abraded. Replace wit...

17 12.0 Optional accessories These accessory items, purchased separately, are available for your JET bench grinder. Contact your dealer to order, or call JET at the phone number on the cover. 578172 578173 578100 Stand for Grinders Deluxe Stand for Grinders Flexible LED Lamp (3W) 13.0 Replacement Pa...

19 13.1.2 IBG-8 Grinder – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ IBG8-01 ..................... Truss Head Screw ................................................... 3/16”-24 x 1/4”............... 4 2 ................ IBG8-02 ..................... Rubber Pad..................

22 13.2.2 IBG-10 Grinder – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ IBG8-01 ..................... Truss Head Screw ................................................... 3/16”-24 x 1/4”............... 4 2 ................ IBG10-02 ................... Rubber Pad..................

25 13.3.2 IBG-12 Grinder – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ IBG8-04 ..................... Truss Head Screw ................................................... 3/16”-24 x 3/8”............. 13 2 ................ IBG10-03 ................... Base Plate ..................

29 14.0 Electrical Connections 14.1 Wiring Diagram for IBG-8