Westfalia 46 28 38, Instruction Manual

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Grinding Wheel Classification

Grinding Wheel Classification 

Besides the technical data as diameter, width and centre hole size the wheels 
are labelled with a digit/number code. The meaning of that digit/number code 
can be gathered from the table below. 
 

 
Maintenance, Cleaning and Storing 

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  To avoid injury, always pull the power plug before cleaning the machine. 

Do not disassemble the unit and do not try to repair it yourself. In the case 
of questions or problems please turn to our customer support department. 

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  Before each use, check your combination grinding machine. Check the 

protective equipment, the power switch, and the power cord.  

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  Check for loose screws, poor alignment, loose connections, broken parts 

and all other factors, which might interfere with safe operation. Turn the 
unit off immediately if an unusual sound is noticed or unusual vibrations 
occur. 

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  If the unit shows any kind of damage, do not continue using it but have it 

repaired by a professional or turn to our customer support department. 

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  Keep the grinding machine clean, dry and free from grease and oil.  

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  Use only mild detergent and a moist cloth to clean your tool.  

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  Store the grinding machine indoors in a dry place that is protected from 

dirt and extreme temperatures. 

Data

Meaning

Comment

A

GRINDING MATERIAL

 A For Aluminium Oxide 
 C For Silicon Carbide 

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GRAIN SIZE

24 (coarse),30,36,46,54,60,70,80 (fine) 

N

QUALITY

K (soft),L,M,N,O,P (hard) 

X

STRUCTURE

Structural numbers indicating the degree of 
porosity, these are not always present. 

V

BINDER

V = Ceramic