No. 18 Blanchard Surface Grinder Service Manual
Operators handbook and maintenance manual for the Blanchard No. 18 vertical surface grinder — a workhorse industrial grinding machine built for precision surface finishing. This service manual covers operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, with front and rear view diagrams, detailed specifications, and step-by-step lubrication instructions. You'll find practical operating procedures for consistent grinding results, comprehensive wheel information and guidance on the cylinder wheel holder assembly, and proven chucking solutions for secure workholding. General maintenance sections walk through routine upkeep to keep the machine running smoothly, while dedicated sections explain the Electro-Matic rectifier and Neu-t-rol magnetic chuck control system. The No. 18 features a one-piece steel magnetic chuck, robust 25 HP induction motor, and precision ball bearing wheel head with adjustable table stop for reliable, repeatable grinding performance. Includes parts ordering instructions for procurement of replacement components and wear items.
Table of Contents:
- Front View of Machine
- Rear View of Machine
- Table of Specifications No. 18
- Table of Specifications No. 18-42
- Lubrication
- Preparation for Use
- Operating Instructions
- Wheels
- Cylinder Wheel Holder
- Solutions to Chucking Difficulties
- General Maintenance Instructions
- Electro-Matic Rectifier
- Neu-t-rol Magnetic Chuck Control
- Instructions for Ordering Parts
- Parts Plate, Parts Lists, and Maintenance Instructions
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Document Details
- Format
- Pages
- 128
- Size
- 14.5 MB
- Category
- Machine Tools