Glass Grinder (Gryphette Diamond Grinder) ID:202

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Stained glass diamond grinder
Type Glass Grinder
Make/Model Gryphette Diamond Grinder
Serial number N/A
Original owner Jeff Dumba
Loan status Long term loan
Arrival date 2025-02-05
Location Woodshop
Functional status Functional
Usage permissions Members
Certification Read the manual online
Wiki-ID 202
Label 1.0" 1.5" 2.0"


Specs

TBD

Usage

  1. Place grinder in area with good ventilation and lighting.
  2. Add water to tray under the work surface.
    1. A notch is provided to drain excess water. Insure that water tray remains full of water during operation.
    2. Add water to water tray as required. Grinding without adequate water cooling the bit will drastically shorted the bit life.
  3. Place sponge in hole provided. Insure that bottom of sponge absorbs water from the tray.
    1. Insert sponge so that upper part of sponge touches the grinding bit.
    2. It is very important that the sponge keep the grinding bit wet during operation.
    3. New sponge strips may be cut from a standard kitchen sponge.
  4. Press glass, rock or tile to be ground against revolving grinding head with moderate pressure.
    1. Shape your material with smooth lateral strokes removing a small portion of the unwanted material with each pass.
    2. Do not apply excessive pressure.
  5. If you wish to drill a hole, use a grinding pin.
    1. Gently bring glass into contact with the top of the pin at a 45° angle until the hole is started.
    2. Rotate the material until it is flat on top of the grinding pin.
    3. Make sure that water is allowed to reach the contact point by directing water at the bit, or holding a wet sponge against the bit.
  6. When done, turn off the grinder. Clean grinder between uses. Rinse the sponge regularly.

Troubleshooting

TBD

Documentation

Manual

Links

TBD