WizCG™ & WizlingCG™
Diamond Glass Grinders
User Guide

Thank you for buying an Inland product. There are several unique features found on the WizCG™ and WizlingCG™ grinders: The coolant reservoir lifts off for easy cleaning. The open grid work surface is reversible. More than 18 different grinding heads and over a dozen Inland accessories are available for your grinder.

Safety

When operating this or any grinder, it is extremely important to wear proper eye protection. We highly recommend that safety goggles rather than safety glasses be worn. You may also choose to use an Inland FaceShield™ or MagnaShield™ face shield in conjunction with eye protection; a shield alone does not provide adequate protection.

Setup

The diagram below is an exploded drawing showing how the parts fit together. The chart on page 3 lists what is in your grinder carton depending on whether you bought an WizCG™ or WizlingCG™ grinder. Take a minute to check that you have all the parts indicated.

The Parts Chart
ITEM The WizCG™ The WizlingCG™
(A) Main Grinder Body (1) Black/White (1) White/Maroon
(B) Coolant Reservoir Tray (1) Black (1) Maroon
(E) Open Grid Work Surface (1) White (1) White
(F) BitSerts™ (1) White (1) White
(G) Coolant Feed Sponge (2) Yellow (2) Yellow
(H) Grinding Bit (2) 3/4" WB-1, 1/4" WB-8 (1) 3/4" WB-1
(I) Allen Wrench (2) Black (2) Black
(J) Splash Guard (1) White (1) White

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To assemble your grinder:

Refer to the exploded view drawing below. Place the Coolant Reservoir Tray on the white main Grinder Body by inserting the locator pegs on the bottom of the reservoir into the corresponding holes in the grinder body. Place the work surface on the coolant reservoir so that it sits on the inside lip of the reservoir. Insert the BitSert™. Install the splash guard behind the BitSert™ by pushing the posts into the grid holes of work surface. Note: The splash guard is reversible.

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Installing the grinding bit:

Refer to drawing on page 3. Before mounting the grinding head and any time you change or remove heads, we recommend you apply a light coating of Inland Motor Shaft Lubricant™ to the motor shaft (Stock #50022). Our Teflon based lubricant helps prevent the bit from seizing on the shaft and seals out ground glass particles. In a pinch, you can use a bit of Vaseline.

Take the 3/4" grinding head and using use the allen wrench to loosen the set screw by turning it counter clockwise. Slide the bit onto the motor shaft. Turning it slightly will help it slide down. Position the head so that about 1/8" of the silver diamond surface is above the work surface. Make sure that the set screw sits over the flat side of the motor shaft and secure the head in place by tightening the set screw. Important: Always remember to sec ure to the flat side of the motor shaft. Mounting to the rounded side can scar the shaft preventing bit removal. coolant

Filling the coolant reservoir tray:

Coolant helps keep glass dust from becoming airborne, increases grinding speed, lubricates the diamond and increases the life of the head. Fill the reservoir by removing the work surface and pouring water into the tray up to the fill level indicator located in the tray center. You can also add a capful of Inland DiamondCoolant™ to the water to further the life of the bit. Do Not Overfill the reservoir. Causing coolant to flow out over the edges will damage the grinder.

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Sponge placement:BitSerts

The conventional way to get coolant onto the grinding head is to use a sponge held in by the BitSert™. Insert the sponge into the slot of the BitSert™. The bottom of the sponge should contact the coolant in the reservoir, and the upper portion should contact the diamond surface of the grinding head. You may need initially to wet the sponge. The sponge should always be in contact with the head. If a white paste develops on the head while grinding, either the sponge is not properly positioned on the bit or the coolant level is low. Periodically remove the sponge and rinse it out to remove grinding residue. An alternative to the sponge is the optional patented InvisibleSponge™ System available for both the WizCG™ and WizlingCG™.

Grinding:bit

It is advisable first to test grind a scrap of glass to get a feel for grinding. Make sure the sponge is touching the grinding head. Turn the machine on and begin by pushing the glass into the diamond bit using light pressure at first. As you grind, move the glass back and forth across the head. Slowly increase the pressure until you feel comfortable with the grinding speed and your control. If you need to grind out a deep cut, use intermittent pressure. This allows coolant to clean the head making it more effective.

If you notice a white powder or paste while grinding, immediately stop and check the position of the sponge and the coolant level. Grinding without coolant on the head greatly reduces its life. When you notice that the head doesn't seem to grind as well and more pressure is needed to grind, the diamond is wearing and you need to expose a new section of diamond. Loosen the set screw and move the grinding head up on the shaft until you have exposed a new 1/8" section of diamond. Secure in place and reposition the sponge if needed. You have up to five 1/8" sections of diamond on a standard grinding bit to use before you need to consider replacing the entire bit

Bits:

Diamond grinding heads, or bits, have actual diamond crystals. Our 1" and 3/4" standard bits have a 5/8" vertical section of usable diamond. Since most stained glass is 1/8" thick, by adjusting the bit up and down on the shaft you have up to 5 usable sections of diamond. Inland makes bits in a variety of different sizes, grits and profiles to fit any grinder.

Reversible work surface:

Another of the unique features on both the WizCG™ and WizlingCG™ is the reversible work surface: when one side becomes worn simply flip it over. This feature gives you twice the life of a standard grid surface.

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How to drill a hole:drilling

The WizCG™ includes a 1/4" WB-8 bit for intricate grinding and drilling holes. Place the WB-8 bit onto the shaft so it sits on top of the WB-1. Secure to the flat of the shaft. Begin drilling the hole by holding the glass finished side down to the upper edge of the bit at about a 45o angle. Refer to the diagram at right. You will need to hold a coolant soaked sponge against the bit as you drill the hole. As the bit begins to grind out the hole, slowly move the glass to a horizontal position. Continue to press the glass down onto the bit making sure that the sponge is supplying coolant to the bit. Reload the sponge with coolant as needed. Ease up on the pressure just before the bit comes through the back of the glass to reduce chipping. It is advisable to practice on a scrap of glass before you begin drilling on your final project.

Maintenance:

Maintenance to your grinder is minimal but important to prolonging the life and performance of the machine.

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Parts and Service

Replacement Parts:

If you have any questions or comments regarding the use and operation of your WizCG™ or WizlingCG™, please call Inland Customer Service at 1-800-521-8428 Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time or contact at:


Inland Craft Products, Co.
32052 Edward
Madison Heights, MI 48071

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