WizCG™ and WizlingCG™
Diamond Glass Grinder
User Guide
Thank you for buying this Inland product. This booklet contains instructions for set up and use of both the WizCG™ and WizlingCG™ machines. Please take time to read all the instructions to understand the correct components, set up, and use of the model you purchased.
Safety
- It is extremely important to wear proper eye protection when using any glass grinder. We highly recommend that you wear safety goggles rather than safety glass. You can also use the Inland FaceShield™ or MagnaShield™ in conjunction with proper eye wear for added protection: A shield alone is not adequate eye protection.
- DO NOT wear loose clothing or any accessories (long necklaces, bracelets, shirts with long fringes, and similar) that might get caught by the grinder head while using any Inland grinder.
- Use only in a properly grounded and tested outlet. Under NO circumstances should you override the grounding system or modify the plug.
- Set up your machine on a sturdy, level work surface that is water tolerant and a comfortable height to work on.
- Do not sit your grinder in a pan, on a towel or carpeting.
Parts
Check and make sure that you have all the parts listed for your
particular machine before beginning assembly. The following are standard parts and
accessories for both the WizCG™ and
WizlingCG™.
| WizCG™ | WizlingCG™ | |
| Part Number and Name | Quantity and Color | Quantity and Color |
| (A) Grinder body | (1) Black and White | (1) Maroon and White |
| (B) Coolant Reservoir Tray | (1) Black | (1) Maroon |
| (E) Open Grid Work Surface | (1) White | (1) White |
| (F) BitSert™ | (1) White | (1) White |
| (G) Coolant Feed Sponge | (2) Yellow | (2) Yellow |
| (H) 3/4" WB-1 Bit | (1) Brass | (1) Brass |
| (I) Allen Wrench | (2) Black | (2) Black |
| (J) Splash Guard | (1) White | (1) White |
| The following item(s) are standard with the WizCG™ and are available as a optional item purchase for the WizlingCG™ : | ||
| 1/4" WB-8 Grinding / Drilling Bit | (1) Brass | (optional accessory) |
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Assembly Refer to the exploded view diagram on page 2. (end page 1) Place the Coolant Reservoir Tray (B) on top of the white Grinder Body (A), inserting the locator pegs on the reservoir bottom into the corresponding holes in the grinder body. NOTE: The other hole in the top will be covered by the coolant reservoir. Next place the Work Surface (E) on the coolant reservoir and insert the white BitSert™ (F) into the work surface. Insert the Splash Guard (J) behind the motor shaft by inserting it into the holes in the BitSert™.
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Installing the Grinding Bit
Apply a thin coating of Inland Motor
Shaft Lubricant™ (#50022) to the motor
shaft. 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. Loosen the set screw on the 3/4”
Grinding Head (H) by turning it counterclockwise
with one of the black Allen Wrenches (I). Slide
the bit down onto the motor shaft, positioning the
set screw over the flat side of the motor shaft.
Bits should slide on easily. Do not force!
Contact
customer service if you have problems. Lower
the bit down until just over an 1/8” of silver
diamond is exposed above the grid work surface.
Secure the bit to the shaft by turning the set
screw clockwise with the allen wrench. IMPORTANT:
Always secure the bit to the flat side of the
motor shaft. Tightening the bit to the rounded
side can scar the shaft and prevent bit
removal!
Filling
the Coolant Reservoir
A water/coolant mixture prevents airborne
glass dust, increases grinding speed, and prolongs
the life of the diamond surface. Pour 12 ounces
(1˝ cups) of water into the reservoir tray. (DO
NOT
use antifreeze) This amount fills the
reservoir to the coolant level indicator located
in the center of the reservoir tray. IMPORTANT:
Never pour water directly onto the grinding head
or motor shaft!
You can then add a capful of Inland Diamond
Coolant (#50011) to increase bit life and grinding
speed if desired. Replace the grid surface.
Sponge Placement
Coolant
is fed up to the grinding bit through the yellow
Coolant Feed Sponge (G) held in place by the
BitSert™ (F). The bottom of the sponge contacts
the coolant in the reservoir and the upper portion
contacts the diamond surface of the grinding bit.
Insert the sponge into the rectangular hole in the
back of the BitSert™ so that the bottom of the
sponge contacts the coolant in the reservoir and
the top of the bit is in contact with the diamond
surface of the bit. You may need to wet the sponge
before grinding by pouring a small amount of water
onto it. The sponge must remain in contact with
the bit while grinding. If a white paste develops
on the head or your glass when grinding, either
the sponge is not properly positioned or the
water/coolant level in the reservoir is low.
Periodically rinse out the sponge to remove
accumulated grinding residue. When the sponge
becomes worn, replace it.
Grinding
Turn on the machine and start grinding a piece of scrap glass to get a `feel'
for the grinding action. Begin by pushing the glass into the grinding bit using
light pressure and moving the glass back and forth across the bit. Slowly increase
the pressure until you feel comfortable with the grinding speed and your control.
You'll quickly learn the optimum grinding pressure for the types of glass you use.
When grinding out deep cuts, use intermittent pressure to allow coolant to rinse
ground glass from the bit. If you ever have a white paste form on the bit, it is not
getting enough coolant. Stop and check the sponge placement and coolant level.
Grinding without coolant greatly reduces the life of your grinding bits.
As the diamond surface wears, you will feel it grind less effectively. When this happens, it is time to expose a new portion of the diamond surface. Loosen the set screw using the allen wrench and move the grinding bit up on the shaft to expose a new 1/8" section of diamond. Secure the bit back in place making sure to tighten against the flat side of the motor shaft. Reposition the sponge if needed. You have up to 5, 1/8" sections of diamond on a standard grinding bit to use before you need to consider replacing the entire bit.
How To Drill A Hole
The WizCG™
comes with a 1/4" grinding / drilling bit.
If you purchased the WizlingCG™, you will need to purchase
a drilling bit first. The 1/4" WB-8 bit is useful for both
drilling holes and intricate grinding. The 1/4" WB-8 is placed
onto the motor shaft so it sits on top of the 3/4" WB-1 bit.
Loosen the set screw and place the bit onto the shaft, securing it
to the flat side of the motor shaft like any other bit.
You will need to apply coolant to the bit while drilling using another sponge soaked in coolant. Begin drilling the hole by holding the front surface of the glass against the upper edge of the bit at about a 450 angle, with the coolant soaked sponge held against both the bit and glass. (You may want to use two hands). Start the machine and slowly move the glass down onto the bit to a horizontal position. Continue to work the glass down and around the bit top in a circular motion, making sure to keep the glass and bit surface wet at all times. You may need to stop and reload the sponge several times. Ease up on the pressure as you begin to see the bit come through the back of the glass to help reduce chipping.
Maintenance
Maintenance
to your grinder is minimal but important to
prolonging the life and performance of the
machine.
- Apply Inland Motor Shaft Lubricant (#50022) to the shaft whenever changing or removing grinding heads. Remove the head if you won’t be using the grinder for more than a week.
- Tighten grinding head set screws ONLY to the flat side of the motor shaft to prevent scarring the shaft which makes removing the head nearly impossible. Never force a bit onto the shaft and never pry off a bit. If the bit is stuck, contact Inland Customer service for instructions at 1-800-521-8428, ext. 306
- It is very important not to overfill the water reservoir. Fill only until the water is level with the fill line. Over filling can create an electrical shock and damage the motor.
- After every hour of use you need to remove accumulated glass residue from the sponge in the BitSert. Remove the sponge and hold it under running water and squeeze it several times to rinse it clean. Replace in the BitSert.
- Remove and clean the reservoir after every 4 hours of use (or more often if grinding heavily). Ground glass accumulates in the reservoir and can slow down the bit and hardened residue is difficult to remove. To remove the reservoir, first remove any grinding bits. Lift off the work surface and then lift the reservoir tray off the grinder body. Scrape the glass sludge into the trash and rinse clean. Reassemble the machine (refer to Assembly section).
- The work surface is reversible. When one side becomes worn, simply flip it over. Replacement grids are available.
- Motor bearings are permanently sealed and lubricated.
Replacement Parts
- Replacement Work Surface: #50081
- Replacement Sponge: #90102
- 3/4" Standard BitSert™ : #40036
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Questions about your grinder can be answered by calling Inland Customer Service at 1-800-521-8428 Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 PM EST, by visiting the Inland web site at www.inlandcraft.com, or e-mail customer service at helpdesk@inlandcraft.com.
Inland Craft Products, Co.
32052 Edward
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Document No. 3000/QF/602
Rev No. 2
Stock No. 73861275