Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 2-Wheel Belt Grinder 3” x 79” Model BG-379 WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.waltermeier.com Part No. M-414610 Revision A 09/2011 Copyright © 2011 Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc.
1.0 Warranty and Service Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET ® tools.
2.0 Table of Contents Section Page 1.0 Warranty and Service ...................................................................................................................2 2.0 Table of Contents .........................................................................................................................3 3.0 Safety Warnings...........................................................................................................................4 4.0 About this manual ......................
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 dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles. 3.0 Safety Warnings 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation. 10. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication. 2.
parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation. 30. Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine. 24. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. The right tool will do the job better and more safely. 31. Do not grind magnesium, as it may create a fire hazard. 25. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
5.0 Features Figure 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Spark trap Eye shield Front work support Contact wheel Top work support Belt guard Tracking adjustment knob Belt tension release lever Industrial switch with overload protection 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
6.0 Specifications Model Number ........................................................................... BG-379-1........................................................ BG-379-3 Stock Number ................................................................................414610............................................................414615 Materials: Pedestal and Base ......................................................................... steel........................................................
operator. During hard-wiring of the machine, make sure the fuses have been removed or the breakers have been tripped in the circuit to which the machine will be connected. Place a warning placard on the fuse holder or circuit breaker to prevent it being turned on while the machine is being wired. 7.0 Set-Up and Assembly 7.1 Floor Diagram Grounding Instructions This machine must be grounded.
2. Allow belt to completely stop, then remove spark trap (1). Extension Cords The use of extension cords is discouraged; try to position machines within reach of the power source. If an extension cord becomes necessary, make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the machine’s motor plate. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. 3.
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 Grinder will not start. Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power. Check all connections. Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker. Cord damaged. Replace cord. Starting capacitor malfunction (single phase model).
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.1.2 BG-379 Belt Grinders – Parts List Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 .............. S-75B-000 ...............Stand ................................................................................................. 1 2 .............. TS-2342121 ............Nylon Lock Hex Nut ....................................M12 ................................. 1 3 .............. TS-2360121 ............Flat Washer................................................12mm .............................. 3 4 .....
Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 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 .........................
Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 85-7 ......... S-75-85-7 ................Stop Switch (for 1PH).......................................................................... 1 85-8 ......... S-75-85-8 ................Emergency Switch (for 1PH)........................SB ................................... 1 85-9 ......... TS-2284302 ............Pan Head Machine Screw (for 1PH).............M4x30.............................. 4 85-10 ....... TS-1550031 ............Flat Washer (for 1PH) .................
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13.2 Electrical Connections – 3 phase only WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.waltermeier.
