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  Warranty and Service 

JET warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please 
contact

 

Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday. 

Warranty Period

 

The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official 
JET branded website.  

 

JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product. (See chart below) 

 

Accessories carry a limited warranty of one year from the date of receipt. 

 

Consumable items are defined as expendable parts or accessories expected to become inoperable within a 
reasonable amount of use and are covered by a 90 day limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects. 

Who is Covered 

This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product from the date of delivery. 

What is Covered 

This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the limitations stated below. This warranty 
does not cover failures due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, 
improper repair, alterations or lack of maintenance. JET woodworking machinery is designed to be used with Wood. 
Use of these machines in the processing of metal, plastics, or other materials may void the warranty. The exceptions 
are acrylics and other natural items that are made specifically for wood turning. 

Warranty Limitations 

Woodworking products with a Five Year Warranty that are used for commercial or industrial purposes default to a 
Two Year Warranty. Please contact Technical Service at 1-800-274-6846 for further clarification.

 

How to Get Technical Support 

Please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846. 

Please note that you will be asked to provide proof 

of initial purchase when calling. 

If a product requires further inspection, the Technical Service representative will 

explain and assist with any additional action needed.

 

JET has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the 

United States. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-800-274-6846 or use the Service 
Center Locator on the JET website.

 

More Information 

JET is constantly adding new products. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local distributor 
or visit the JET website. 

How State Law Applies 

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, subject to applicable state law.  

Limitations on This Warranty 

JET LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT. 
EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN 
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 
 
JET SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR FOR 
INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR 
PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 
 
JET sells through distributors only. The specifications listed in JET printed materials and on official JET website are 
given as general information and are not binding. JET reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, 
those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason 
whatsoever. JET

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 branded products are not sold in Canada by JPW Industries, Inc. 

Product Listing with Warranty Period  

90 Days – Parts; Consumable items 
1 Year – Motors; Machine Accessories 
2 Year – Metalworking Machinery; Electric Hoists, Electric Hoist Accessories; Woodworking Machinery used 
for industrial or commercial purposes 
5 Year – Woodworking Machinery 
Limited Lifetime – JET Parallel clamps; VOLT Series Electric Hoists; Manual Hoists; Manual Hoist   
Accessories; Shop Tools; Warehouse & Dock products; Hand Tools; Air Tools 

 
NOTE:  JET is a division of JPW Industries, Inc. References in this document to JET also apply to JPW Industries, 
Inc., or any of its successors in interest to the JET brand. 

Summary of Contents for 726101

Page 1: ...rinder Model JWBG 8 shown with optional grinding wheels not provided JET 427 New Sanford Road Part No M 726100 LaVergne Tennessee 37086 Revision D 03 2019 Ph 800 274 6848 ECR 190221081618 www jettools com Copyright 2015 JET This pdf document is bookmarked ...

Page 2: ...eeded JET has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1 800 274 6846 or use the Service Center Locator on the JET website More Information JET is constantly adding new products For complete up to date product information check with your local distributor or visit the JET website How State Law Applies This warran...

Page 3: ...0 Grinding wheel selection 9 6 11 Ring test 9 6 12 Grinding wheel installation 9 6 13 Wheel balancing 10 7 0 Electrical connections 10 7 1 Grounding instructions 11 7 2 Extension cords 11 8 0 Adjustments 11 8 1 Eye shield tilt adjustment 11 8 2 Spark guards 11 8 3 Tool rest adjustment 12 9 0 Operation 12 9 1 Switch 12 9 2 Precautions 12 10 0 Maintenance 12 10 1 Care of grinding wheels 12 10 2 Chan...

Page 4: ...r part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced 16 Provide for adequate space surrounding work area ...

Page 5: ...s instructions on assembly safety precautions general operating procedures maintenance instructions and parts breakdown Your bench grinder has been designed and constructed to provide consistent long term operation if used in accordance with the instructions set forth in this document The operator is encouraged to familiarize him herself with ANSI B7 1 Safety Requirements for Use Care and Protecti...

Page 6: ...rests Tilt angle 45 forward Distance to wheel adjustable Materials Arbor steel Base cast iron Body cast iron and aluminum Wheel guards cast iron and aluminum Wheel flanges steel Tool rests cast iron with milled surface Eye shields clear acrylic Spark guards steel Knobs polymide Dimensions Mounting hole centers 7 244 184mm Mounting hole diameters 3 8 9 5mm Footprint width x depth 8 1 4 x 6 1 4 210 ...

Page 7: ...anup Remove all contents from shipping carton Check for shipping damage if any is found report it to your distributor Do not discard carton or packing material until grinder is assembled and running satisfactorily Compare contents of shipping carton with the contents list above Report any shortages to your distributor Check grinder first to verify if any parts have been pre assembled 6 3 Tools req...

Page 8: ...the same manner Figure 3 brackets to spark guards 6 7 Installing spark guards brackets Refer to Figure 4 1 Install the left spark guard and bracket to the left wheel housing with two 1 4 x 3 8 hex cap screws L and two 1 4 flat washers M 2 The spark guard should be adjusted to within 1 16 of the grinding wheel surface or other accessory being used 3 Install the right spark guard and bracket in the ...

Page 9: ... Suspend wheel from the hole by a small pin or finger 2 Gently tap the flat side of the wheel with a non metallic object such as a wood dowel or the handle of a screwdriver Tap about 45 to each side of vertical center line and about 1 to 2 from the periphery Then rotate wheel 45 and repeat 3 A good wheel will ring a defective wheel will thud indicating cracks or other internal compromise Discard a...

Page 10: ...heck 2 If wobble still exists continue repeating step 1 rotating outer flange incrementally in the same direction See B Figure 6 Make sure to keep the wheel in the same position each time 3 If complete rotation of outer flange has proved ineffective remove nut outer flange and wheel keep wheel in same orientation by placing a pencil mark on it somewhere for reference Then rotate inner flange about...

Page 11: ...pter shown in B Figure 7 may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician This adapter is not permitted in Canada The green colored rigid ear lug and the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground s...

Page 12: ... running speed before beginning operation Keep a steady moderate pressure on the workpiece and keep it moving at an even pace for smooth grinding Pressing too hard overheats the motor and prematurely wears down the grinding wheels Note the original bevel angle on the item to be sharpened and try to maintain the same shape The tilt scale on the tool rest will aid in establishing this angle The grin...

Page 13: ... Do not over tighten this may cause the wheel to crack or the flanges to bend 9 Replace the guard cover Adjust spark guards and tool rests to 1 16 clearance from wheel 10 3 Cleaning Metal shavings may still be hot from recent grinding operations Make sure shavings and debris are cold before cleaning the grinder Brush all shavings from the motor housing tool rests and wheel guards Check grinding wh...

Page 14: ...or overheats Overload on motor Reduce load on motor do not press so hard Capacitor failure Call JET Customer Service Motor stalls or slows Motor overload Reduce load on motor do not press so hard Low line voltage Check power line for proper voltage Loose wire connections Contact JET Customer Service Faulty motor Contact JET Customer Service Frequent fuse or circuit breaker failure Motor overload R...

Page 15: ...through Friday 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CST Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately Non proprietary parts such as fasteners can be found at local hardware stores or may be ordered from JET Some parts are shown for reference only and may not be available individually ...

Page 16: ...16 13 1 1 JWBG 8 Bench Grinder Exploded View ...

Page 17: ...r Guide 1 25 JBG8A 32 Cord Plate 1 26 JWBG8 26 Centrifugal Start Switch 1 27 JWBG8 27 Cross Head Screw 3 16 x 3 8 2 28 JWBG8 28 Switch Seat 1 29 JBG6A 34 Cross Screw 3 16 x 1 4 2 30 JBG8A 35 Capacitor 125 VAC 200MFD 1 31 JWBG8 31 Capacitor Cover 1 32 JBG8A 36 Bracket 1 33 JBG6A 34 Screw 3 16 x 1 4 1 34 JBG8A 39 Power Cord 1 35 JBG6A 34 Cross Head Screw 3 16 x 1 4 1 36 JWBG8 36 Copper Washer M5 1 3...

Page 18: ... 57 JBG8A 55 Eye Shield Bracket left 1 58 JBG8A 56 Eye Shield Bracket right 1 59 JBG6A 57 Lock Knob 1 4 2 60 JBG6A 58 Cross Head Screw 3 16 x 3 8 4 61 JBG8A 59 Eye Shield 2 62 JBG6A 60 Eye Shield Fixed Plate 2 66 JWBG8 66 I D Label 1 67 JBG6A 63 Direction Label 1 68 Serial Number Label 1 Grinding Wheels local purchase 2 ...

Page 19: ...19 14 0 Electrical Connections ...

Page 20: ...20 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 37086 Phone 800 274 6848 www jettools com ...

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