Anglemaster: Hints and Tips

Remember to clean the Rails on the Anglemaster at the end of each days grinding.
For good results dress the stone regularly on the Anglemaster.
If machines are not being used for several days, lightly oil the rails on the Anglemaster, but remember to wipe off before use.
Visually inspect any new stone for cracks and/or damage before fitting. DO NOT use a damaged stone.
Ensure that there is not dirt/debris between the sleeve and nut’ flanges and the sides of the grindstone.
When mounting blades using the universal adjustable brackets- be sure not to over tighten the central jacking screw. This should do little more than touch the back of the bedknife assembly. It should apply just enough pressure to stop the assembly pivoting in the brackets when the AM mounting bar is rotated.
When mounting blades using bolts through the quadrant brackets- place a small washer over the bolts, between bedbar and quadrant bracket to minimise the contact area.
Never put too much coolant additive in the coolant reservoir. One capful is plenty for a full tank.
Change the coolant tank contents if the coolant appears “sticky”.
Having finished grinding a bedknife- top face then front face- gently remove any burr from the leading edge with an allen key or similar (NOT a file!).

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