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1. are set to the same angle Power edge Race User Manual Position the Power edge With the Power edge turned off position it on the upturned ski board with the guide rollers resting on the base surface of the ski or snowboard The Edge guide wheels should overhang the edge of the ski board At this point keep the grinding wheel clear of the edge Check that the length of the ski board is free of any obstructions that would impede the continuous movement of the Power edge Make sure the power cord has a sufficiently large loop to allow free movement Ensure that there are no flammable materials CAUTION eg wax in the vicinity to avoid fire risk from Sparks Press and hold the wheel engagement release button to keep the wheel away from the edge Rest the guide rollers on the base of the upturned ski board Press and hold the engage release button 69 Upside down ski board Edge guide wheels Speed controller overhang the edge Edge grinding creates hazardous dust Please wear protective goggles and a mask when operating the Power edge Power edge Race User Manual Power on and begin grinding Please refer to illustrations on pages 5 and 8 Ensure the speed controller is set to the marked stop press the engage release button then turn on the power with the rocker switch Wait for 5 beeps to sound before turning the soeed controller to the desired speed The diam2. Never use harsh solvent cleaners abrasives or polishing agents Using strong cleaning agents such as alcohol can result in dulling or cracking of the finish Do not use compressed air to clean the unit CAUTIONS e Never use a damaged or faulty Power edge e Use only original grinding discs e Never use damaged grinding discs Do not open the Power edge There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit Never use a different power supply from the one supplied 10 Power edge Race User Manual Cleaning and The shaft must be cleaned and lubricated periodically lubricating the shaft Ensure the unit is disconnected from the power supply Remove the grinding disc protective cover Pull the grinding disc away from the unit using light pressure Holding the wheel clean the shaft with a brush After cleaning the shaft must be oiled or greased lightly with a brush Pull the disc Lightly oil the shaft Interval Operation Before each use e Check for signs of abrasion and damage to the grinding disc e Check all cables for damage e Make sure you operate the Power edge in a safe environment After each use e Clean the grinding dust from the unit using a soft dry cloth or brush e Allow the unit to cool down after prolonged use before replacing it in the case e After prolonged use check for possible build up of hot abrasive particles under the cover and remove if necessary Power edge Race User Man
3. ON OFF rocker switch Engage release button Power edg cn 9 Safety cover Race G Safety cover retaining nuts Q Grinding disc O Disc retaining nut Edge guide wheels Power edge Race User Manual Setting up Connect the power supply to the socket Insert the adaptor main power supply plug into a 230 110 Volt outlet Connect the power supply to the Power edge Insert the adaptor s secondary plug into the corresponding socket on the Power edge ef Power edge Race User Manual Using the Power edge Prepare Skis or Snowboard Use a brake retainer to lift ski brakes up and out of the way Make sure that the sidewalls are recessed from the metal edge If necessary cut the sidewalls away with a sidewall planer or a body file If the sidewall is not cut back the grinding wheel may become clogged by sidewall plastic and will not work effectively Similarly any wax residue and any other dirt on the edges must also be removed to avoid clogging the wheel Secure the ski board upside down with the base to the top Do not clamp the ski board just rest it on non slip supports NOTE Grinding is much easier if you use a suitable commercial ski or snowboard vice Set the grinding angle Use a screwdriver to adjust both angle adjustment screws to the desired angle commonly 88 but check the ski board manufacturer first Make sure both screws are set to the same angle Ensure both angle adjusters
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5. changes e g altering a 90 edge to 88 will require more passes because more edge material needs to be removed Also ensure that the sidewall is cut back enough to allow for this It is recommended to always use the same angle on the same pair of skis snowboard to avoid unnecessary edge removal Allow the unit to cool periodically when sharpening for longer stints to avoid overheating the unit Power edge Race User Manual Edges sharpened with the Power edge are WARNING extremely sharp Please take precautions to avoid hurting yourself and others Maintenance operations User inspection Check the Power edge before each use If you suspect a malfunction of the Power edge return the product to the manufacturer for review and or repair Repairs may only be performed by the manufacturer Damaged components which could cause safety defects on the Power edge must be replaced only with original parts Cleaning the With the Power edge switched on clean the grinding Grinding disc disc by briefly touching the face of the wheel with a wire brush wear protective goggles and mask Wheel dressing If the face of the grinding wheel is no longer flat or becomes damaged you can re flatten the grinding area using a dressing stone e g old grinding stone or dressing stones diamonds wear protective goggles and mask General cleaning Clean the exterior surfaces only with a cloth dampened with soap and water Do not soak the unit
6. e Non compliance with the usage and or maintenance instructions e Professional use See page 4 e Any repairs not carried out by the manufacturer e Accidents or environmental damage beyond the control of the manufacturer e g damage from flooding fire noise interference and acidic solutions This guarantee does not restrict the national law for the customer Unless the national law says otherwise the customer has the right to this guarantee but the manufacturer takes no guarantee or responsibility for direct or indirect damage or loss connected to the use of the Power edge Power edge Race User Manual Address amp contact information Manufacturing Power Edge Tannliweg 415 5112 Thalheim Switzerland Email technik power edge ch Web www power edge ch ef 16 Power edge Race User Manual
7. POWer enne Power edge User manual Congratulations on your purchase of a Power eme ace ski edge sharpening machine Your Power elge Race will allow you to grind regular or hardened ski and or snowboard edges like a professional tuner to any angle from 86 to 90 With minimal effort you can grind your skis and or snowboards with very high levels of precision The grinding wheel adjusts automatically to different radii on skis and snowboards has a long life and gives high repeatability and optimal thermal reduction with no overheating of the edges while the motor guarantees a powerful drive and a long life Important information Important notes in this User Manual are marked as follows Immediate danger to life and limb This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous STOP DANGER situation which if not avoided can cause death Or serious Injury This indicates a situation where failure to follow the instructions could cause damage to equipment or injury to the operator This indicates a situation where failure to CAUTION follow the instructions could cause damage to equipment NOTE Indicates additional information directions or exceptions etc C The Power edge meets current CE regulations Power edge Race User Manual Contents Important norma wsasesscsusaunesinssectswecanmsengacecsacesqeeeyeaaeeaaasexsunveansseanepecineuens 2 General warnings and cautions aaa aaa aaa 4 Operating
8. ns 144mm L x 102mm W x 70mm H Power supply 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz Power supply output 15VDC 8000 mA Revolution speed Approximately 10500 rom Operating temperature 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F Storage temperature 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Troubleshooting Problem Edge grinding is not very The grinding disc pores are blocked effective Clean pores with wire brush or dressing stone Ensure adequate sidewall removal before grinding Use a coarser grinding wheel The grinding disc strikes Dress the grinding disc flat again with a dressing during grinding stone or dressing diamond ef 14 Power edge Race User Manual Warranty The manufacturer assumes liability for this product and assures faultless condition for the period of one year after the purchase date of the product This warranty is for free repair of the Power edge within this period and is only valid when a faulty Power edge is returned together with the original proof of purchase This guarantee applies only to machines and parts sold by the manufacturer or appointed dealers Warranty exclusions 1 Regular inspection maintenance and repair or replacement of normal wear and tear parts 2 Transportation shipping costs that are directly or indirectly in connection with this guarantee 3 Any damage to the power edge caused by e Abuse or misuse of the Power edge especially in a country other than described in this manual use
9. ond grinding wheel must only be used with the polish setting as too high a speed will destroy it Adjust the Power edge so that the edge guide wheels press firmly against the ski board edge The contact force must be greater than the axial force of the grinding wheel approximately TON or 1kg of pressure Slowly release the engage release button When the wheel makes contact with the metal edge immediately start to run the Power edge lengthways along the ski board from one end to the other and back again Make sure that you use a steady uniform speed and do not move too quickly ideal speed is about one metre every 4 5 seconds When you have completed one pass back and forth push the engage release button to release the wheel from the edge and stop grinding Check the edge for sharpness Techniques and tips Repeat the process as necessary to achieve the desired sharpness checking the edge regularly 1 3 passes is usually enough You can achieve the best results by grinding initially with a coarse disc 120 or 320 grit followed by polishing with fine polishing wheel 600 grit For racing applications the edges can be polished with the diamond polishing disc 1800 grit The final polishing of the edge could also be done manually with an appropriate angle guide and diamond file For edges that are kept in good condition the 320 grit wheel is the best compromise between speed and quality Note that angle
10. ual Replacing or reversing the grinding disc The grinding disc can be flipped over or replaced when it is worn out Loosen the knurled retaining nuts O of the safety cover 9 and remove the cover Hold the grinding disc 9 still with your thumb and forefinger tnen loosen the retaining nut with a 10 mm spanner Pull the grinding disc off the shaft and flip it over or replace it When re mounting the grinding wheel simply reverse the removal procedure Please do not over tighten the retaining nut the direction of rotation while operating stops the nut from loosening off 9 Safety cover retaining nuts Q Grinding disc O Disc retaining nut f Power edge Race User Manual Q Grinding disc Washer O Disc retaining nut Using different grinding wheels Using different grit grinding wheels will optimise the efficiency of the grinding operation e g a coarse grit will cut more quickly and aggressively than a fine one Different grits are colour coded on the flange of the disc and can be identified through the cut out on the drive wheel E Power edge Race User Manual Handling transporting and storage e Protect the Power edge from impact and intensive sun or heat exposure e Protect the Power edge from damp e Do not drop the Power edge A hard crash can damage the electronic components and the case e Do not put heavy articles on the Power edge Technical Data Dimensio
11. use of the Power edge Improper use of the Power edge can cause damage to ski snowboard and edges The Power edge is designed to grind and sharpen the side edges only Use the Power edge only after fully reading and understanding this operation manual Keep this manual with you and always refer to it regularly before using the Power edge Never touch the grinding wheel during operation of Power edge Never operate the Power edge without the protective cover fitted Make sure that you cannot catch loose objects such as clothing in the grinding wheel Always wear protective goggles and a protective mask when operating the Power edge during cleaning or during the dressing of the grinding wheel Only use the Power edge in dry conditions Check before every use that the grinding wheel is tightened sufficiently Note that the Power edge is semi professional equipment and as such is calculated with a capacity of about 30 minutes grinding time per use For professional use with longer operating times the manufacturer offers no warranty Perform frequent inspections and maintenance of the Power edge See Maintenance section After any prolonged use ensure that any grinding residue under the wheel cover is removed before storage ef Power edge Race User Manual Operating parts 9 The angle adjuster screws let you change the edge angle Speed controller from 86 to 90 in infinite increments using a screwdriver
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