Ron in Drums PA
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On the trimmer you will notice a curved section and a flat section. The flat section is what trims the blanks
The flat section touches the side of the wheel and the curved section touches the curve of the wheel. You need to touch both the side and the front of the wheel at the same time. When you see sparks flow over the trimmer evenly on both sides, you are doing it right.
The difference between dull and sharp is about .005", so touch the wheel with the trimmer and pull away as soon as you see the sparks flow. If the trimmer gets warm you are grinding too much.
It’s a good idea to practice placing the trimmer to the wheel with the power off until you get the hang of it.
The flat section touches the side of the wheel and the curved section touches the curve of the wheel. You need to touch both the side and the front of the wheel at the same time. When you see sparks flow over the trimmer evenly on both sides, you are doing it right.
The difference between dull and sharp is about .005", so touch the wheel with the trimmer and pull away as soon as you see the sparks flow. If the trimmer gets warm you are grinding too much.
It’s a good idea to practice placing the trimmer to the wheel with the power off until you get the hang of it.