CHRIS-MARINE

VALVE SEAT
GRINDING MACHINE
TYPE MSD

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Doc. No.: I-103-4-E
Rev. 03
2017-08-09

Preface
The equipment described within this manual is designed and manufactured by CHRIS-
MARINE AB, Malmö, Sweden.

The company’s principal activities are in the development and production of grinding
machines and tools for use in maintenance of diesel engines in the marine, off-shore,
power generation and allied industries.

Today’s machines are the product of experience and R&D since 1962. All Chris-Marine
machines have of proven performance and are continuously updated to meet the latest
standards and new demands of diesel technology.

Chris-Marine reserve the right to make improvements and all necessary changes to the
equipment and it’s technical documentation. Drawings and diagrams contained within
this manual are intended for illustrative purposes only and are not to scale.

Chris-Marine's liability for damages will only be considered, and are strictly limited to use
of the equipment and grinding wheels are operated in accordance and compliance with
the appropriate Chris-Marine instruction manual.

This manual contains copyright information of a technical nature which is the sole
property of Chris-Marine. Neither this complete manual, nor any part, or parts, or
sections of the contents, shall be copied, reproduced, scanned or duplicated in any
manner without the written consent of Chris-Marine AB.

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Contents

CONTENTS 3

1. GENERAL INFORMATION 5
1.1 EU Declaration of Conformity 5
1.2 Location of name plates and labels 6
1.3 Safety information 7
1.3.1 How to use the manuals 7
1.3.2 Safety precautions 8
1.3.3 Safety instructions 9

2. DESCRIPTION 11
2.1 Application 11
2.2 Features 11
2.3 Technical information 12
2.3.1 Grinding accuracy 12
2.3.2 Technical data 12

3. MAIN PARTS AND CONTROL 13

4. INSTALLATION 14
4.1 Delivery 14
4.2 Location of the equipment 14
4.3 Danger zone 14
4.3 Basic assembly 14

5. GRINDING PREPARATIONS 15
5.1 Operator care 15
5.2 Mounting of pilot spindle 15
5.3 Fitting or replacing of grinding wheel 16
5.4 Valve guide cleaning 17
5.4.1 Extended tool stem 17
5.5 Mounting of grinding machine 18
5.5.1 Workshop (PL-) spindles 18

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 5.6 Setting of grinding angle 19
5.7 Grinding direction 19
5.8 Setting of grinding diameter and working range 20
5.9 Grinding wheel dressing 21

6. VALVE SEAT GRINDING 22

6.1 Centring 22
6.3 Grinding 22

7. MAINTENANCE 25
7.1 Care and lubrication 25
7.2 Maintenance and adjustment 26
7.2.1 Angle guide maintenance 26
7.2.2 Feeding guide maintenance 26

8. REMINDERS 27
8.1 For best results 27
8.2 After use 27

9. TROUBLE SHOOTING 28

SERVICE AND ASSISTANCE 29

Notes 29

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 EU Declaration of Conformity

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1.2 Location of name plates and labels

This instruction applies to machinery with details as shown in the name plate illustrated below.

When communicating with Chris-Marine or their representatives, always state machine type and serial no. of the
machinery.

Location of name plates and labels for the MSD type grinding machine

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1.3 Safety information

1.3.1 How to use the manuals
The Instruction Manual is intended primarily for the operator of the grinding machine and
on how to use the equipment.

The manual is divided into sections, which together form general information (this
section), a descriptive section and an instructive section. A list of spares is included in the
instructive section in conjunction with maintenance. Addresses of Chris-Marine
representatives can be at found the list of spares.

 Introduction:

These pages consist of the section General Information and introduce Chris-Marine
equipment with its name plate and labels. It emphasises the safety precautions and
describes the safety instructions given in the instructive section of the manual.

 Descriptive information:

The descriptive information consists of the section Description. It provides an overall

description of the equipment, its technical data and performance, as well as its
principle technical functions.

 Instructive information:

The sections Main parts and Control, Installation, Grinding Preparations and Valve
Seat Grinding provide instructions and information on handling and use of the
equipment. The section Trouble Shooting, Maintenance and Reminders provides
information on the efficient use, problem solving, and servicing of the equipment
ensuring it’s long and trouble free operation.

WARNING
This manual must be carefully studied before using
the equipment. It will help you to use the equipment
to its full capacity and to avoid costly mistakes.
All safety instructions must be complied with. Failure
to do so may result in serious injury or damage to
equipment and the environment.
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1.3.2 Safety precautions

Transportation and installation

 Ensure that the equipment is transported safely, and do not carry loads above people.

Use of the machine

 Always use safety goggles, breathing filter and hearing protection when the grinding machine is in operation and
while dressing the grinding wheel.

 Keep away from the rotating grinding wheel.

 Keep away from the extended radius of the rotating grinding wheel during starting.

 Do not wear loose fitting clothing i.e. sleeves, ties etc. or hair styles which may become entangled in the machine.

 Use proper protection against glowing grinding particles whilst grinding and keep inflammable materials at safe
distance at all times.

 Keep hands and objects away from the machine whenever it is in motion.

Other warnings
 Always turn off the air supply when the operation is completed, or if the air supply is interrupted whilst grinding.

 Beware of remaining air pressure in the stationary machine during maintenance.

 Do not use air pressures exceeding 9 bar (130 psi).

 Do not clean or spray the machine with water.

 Do not use the machine for anything but grinding diesel engine valve seats. Always use it according to the instruction
manual.

 Check regularly that all hoses are intact.

Grinding wheels
 Never use a cracked or badly chipped grinding wheel.

 When idle, or stored, keep grinding wheels away from moist and fluids that may cause unbalance when absorbed in
the grinding wheel. Store the grinding wheels in room temperature; it must not be subjected to freezing temperature.

 Ensure that correct grinding wheel is used for the right purpose. If not it can cause grinding wheel breakage. Use
grinding wheel recommended by Chris-Marine, see Machine Item List.

 Never alter or modify the shape of a grinding wheel other than dressing. It changes properties and can cause grinding
wheel breakage.

 Always check the grinding wheel for cracks by performing a 'ring test': Holding the wheel in the centre, use a non-
metallic implement to gently tap the wheel at each side. An undamaged wheel will emit a clear tone whilst a cracked
wheel will produce a deadened sound.

 To prevent accidents, scrapped and discarded grinding wheels must be broken to pieces before disposed of.

IN CASE OF ANY DOUBT, CONTACT YOUR

CHRIS-MARINE REPRESENTATIVE

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1.3.3 Safety instructions

The safety Instruction labels below contain important information concerning risks
associated with particular aspects of operating the machine. Chris-Marine strongly
recommends the operators familiarize themselves with the signs.

 Different levels of safety instructions, as shown below, are used in the Chris-Marine
Instruction Manuals:

DANGER!
Risk of serious or fatal injury to personnel

Safety instructions in this group indicate when there is a risk of serious injury
or injury that could cause death as a consequence of misuse.

WARNING!
Risk of injury to personnel and/or damage of property

Safety instructions in this group indicate when there is a risk of injury or

damage to property or the environment.

WARNING!
Suspended loads. Do not carry loads above people!

WARNING!
Flammable substances/products or high temperature.

WARNING!
Rotating parts.
Keep hand and objects away from the machine whenever it is in motion.

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CAUTION!
Use the equipment correctly

! Safety instructions in the group indicate that there is a risk

of injury or damage if instructions are not followed.

Read the instruction manual.

Always use approved safety goggles.

Always use approved protective gloves.

Always use approved hearing protection.

Always use approved breathing filter.

FAILURE TO OBEY THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL CAN CAUSE ACCIDENTS,
WHICH MAY RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY TO PERSONNEL OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR TO
THE ENVIRONMENT.

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2. DESCRIPTION
2.1 Application
The Chris-Marine MSD-type grinding machine is for use in
grinding diesel engine valve seats from
ø 40 – 270 mm at 0 – 60° angle.

The grinding machine is secured to the cylinder head or

valve cage (housing) when turned upside down. The
machine rotates as it guides the grinding wheel over the
valve seat at the predetermined angle.

2.2 Features
The grinding machine is air driven and easy to operate. It is
of robust construction and designed as a professional tool
for grinding valve seats both onboard and ashore. An air
filter and an oil mist lubricator is fitted for reliable
operation. A high precision grinding motor, automatic
centring, automatic feed mechanism and air cooled
grinding assures a high quality grinding result. Valve Seat Grinder type MSD

The Chris-Marine MSD features:

 Long life air driven motor for machine rotation

 Precision air driven grinding motor
 Fine feed adjustment for grinding
 Diamond dresser mounted on machine
 Grinding wheels for all types of valve seat material
 Air supply connection from below
 Self centring pilot spindle
 Adjustable grinding angles from 0-60°
 Precision grinding angle setting by means of a guide pin

When not in use, the grinding machine and accessories,

including the air filter and lubricator and grinding wheels Storage box
are stored in the storage box (protective carrying case).

Due to its sturdy design and incorporated features, a high

quality grinding result is achieved quickly under the most
demanding operating conditions.

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2.3 Technical information

2.3.1 Grinding accuracy
Angle accuracy: ±0.5 minutes
Eccentricity: max. 0.02 mm
Ovality: max. 0.002 mm
Surface roughness: Ra ≤ 0.8 µm.
The surface roughness after
machining will depend on the
material of the valve seat, type
of grinding wheel and grinding
speed.

2.3.2 Technical data

Machine capacity 40 – 270 mm
seat diameter
Grinding speed 3 mm/min across the seat
Working air pressure 0.6 – 0.9 MPa
(6–9 bar)
Air consumption 700 l/min
1)
Noise level 86.4 dB(A)
Air hose connection 12.5 mm (1/2")
Grinding wheel speed 20 000 rpm
Rotating speed 13 – 16 rpm
Grinding wheel size ø 25x16, ø 16x13,
ø 10x10, ø 38x19 mm
Main dimensions H = 340 mm
L = 360 mm
W = 205 mm
S = 185 - 1100 mm
Weight
Basic machine 14 kg
Pilot spindle compl. 1–13 kg

1)
Method used: Measured 1 m from
floor level and 1.6 m
from grinding machine
in workshop.

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3. MAIN PARTS AND CONTROL

Rear

Front

15. Grinding motor

1. Driving unit
16. Fine feed knob
2. Chuck for grinding wheel
17. Scale for grinding motor offset
3. Locking lever for grinding head
18. Grinding wheel dresser
4. Holder for grinding wheel dresser
19. Lock screws for angle setting
5. Grinding wheel
20. Air exhaust silencer
6. Supply air hose (supplied hose assembly)
21. Wheel for manual movement of angle guide
7. Lower tightening and centring cone
22. Lock knob for angle guide movement
8. Angle guide
23. Manual rotation handle
9. Pilot spindle
24. On/off valve for driving motor
10. Grinding motor support arm
25. On/off valve for grinding motor
11. Coupling, driving unit
26. Locking lever for grinding motor
12. Dowel for angle setting
58. Grinding wheel protection
13. Directional control lever
14. Sign for grinding motor offset

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Installation

The air hose between lubricator and machine should never

4. INSTALLATION
4.1 Delivery
At delivery, the equipment is partly dismantled and stored
in a customised steel cornered wooden box. Metal parts
are coated to prevent corrosion. Before assembling and
using the equipment, clean it carefully with a suitable
solvent.
4.2 Location of the equipment
exceed 2 m length, as this will affect the lubrication of the
air motors.
CAUTION!
Unexpected start!
Ensure main air valve (56), valves (24) and
(25) is closed in order to avoid unexpected
start when the air hose is connected.

Carefully consider where to locate the MSD grinding

To make maintenance work easier, the cylinder cover can
machine for the most effective and economical use.
be mounted in a Chris-Marine working rig. These rigs are
 Avoid any area with excessive vibrations. equipped with vibration dampers which will absorb normal
vibrations.
 Ensure availability of lifting facilities and necessary
headroom clearance.
 Ensure availability of compressed air supply at a
pressure of 6–9 bar and 700 l/min.
 When lifting the machine use the support arm and
angle guide.
 We recommend using an extraction system to avoid
exposing operators of inhalation of dust.

WARNING!
Do not carry loads above people.

4.3 Danger zone

The danger zone for the machine when in operation is an
area with radius of 1 m from the machine centre. Beware
of rotating parts when entering the danger zone.

WARNING!
Keep hands and objects away from the
machine whenever it is in motion.

4.3 Basic assembly

1. Lift up the plate with filter and oil mist lubricator (57)
and mount it in the gap between the tool plate and
the box wall.

2. Fit an air hose (ID 12.5 mm) to the inlet of the air filter
(coupling with handle 56).

3. Connect the air hose from the outlet of the lubricator

to the pilot spindle. See picture beside. Mounting filter and oil mist lubricator. Chris-Marine
working rig (optional)
IMPORTANT!

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5. GRINDING PREPARATIONS
5.1 Operator care
Before and during each grinding operation the following
must be observed:

 Clear pipes and hoses of accumulated water.

 Drain the filter when the air pressure is connected.

Turn knob (31) clockwise and pull it downwards.

 Check the oil level. Refill the oil reservoir (30) if

necessary. Pull the ring (29) upwards, turn the
reservoir anticlockwise and pull it down. Fill up with oil Air filter and oil mist lubricator
recommended in section 7.

 Control the oil flow in the lubricator. Visual control is

done through the sight glass (28) after the milling
motor has been started. Adjust the oil flow to 4-5
drops per minute with screw (27) on the lubricator
body.

IMPORTANT!

Always keep oil flow set at 4–5 drops per minute.

5.2 Mounting of pilot spindle

The basic machine is stored upside down in the storage
box, with the pilot spindle secured at the front of the box.

 Check that the landing and centring surfaces (32) on Mounting of pilot spindle
the machine and spindle are clean.

 Fit the pilot spindle (9) on the threaded shaft (33), and
screw it firmly down until the ends meet. Tighten
carefully with the spanners from the tool set.

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5.3 Fitting or replacing of

grinding wheel
Ensure that the grinding wheel is not cracked. The grinding
motor can be removed from its holder to facilitate this
work.

1. Loosen screw (59) and move up the grinding wheel

protection (58).

2. Loosen chuck (2) using spanners from the tool set.

3. Fit grinding wheel (5), or replace an already existing

wheel if necessary. Push it to the bottom of the chuck
and tighten carefully.

4. Refit the grinding wheel protection (58).

Depending on valve seat diameter the machine is

equipped with one of the four different sizes of grinding
wheel. Fitting or replacing of grinding wheel

There are two different sizes of grinding wheel

protections. To get a full protection in case of a grinding
wheel breakage the correct wheel protection (58) must be
used and the grinding wheel must not protrude more than
X mm, se picture beside and table below.

Protection Large Small Large protection Small protection

size protection protection
ø D (mm) ø38 ø25 ø16 ø10
ø X (mm) 5 4 3 3

 Ensure that bonding material between the ceramic

wheel and the wheel shaft is not squeezed between
the chuck and the shaft, as this will cause the wheel
to become unbalanced.

WARNING!
Beware of high temperature on used
grinding wheels. Use protection gloves.

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5.4 Valve guide cleaning

IMPORTANT!

It is imperative to use the supplied cleaning tool before the

grinding machine and pilot spindle are fitted into the valve
guide.

 The cleaning process removes carbon deposits on the

valve guide edges creating a conical surface, concentric
with the guide. This ensures the pilot spindle is
perfectly centred, even if the guide is slightly oval.

1. Place the cleaning tool into the valve guide and turn
clockwise with the hand wheel. Apply a small
downward pressure.

2. Remove cleaning tool, and clean the guide with a

clean cloth.

5.4.1 Extended tool stem

Some cleaning tools are supplied with an extensible tool
stem.

To extend the stem proceed as follows:

1. Loosen screw (34).

Cleaning the valve guides
2. Pull wheel unit to desired length and fasten screw
(34).

3. Clean guide as above.

Extended tool stem

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5.5 Mounting of grinding

machine
1. Loosen locking lever (26) and retract grinding motor
(15) as much as possible.

2. Remove lower tightening cone (7) from the pilot

spindle, and slowly lower the machine into the valve
guide.

 If the distance between the valve guide and valve seat

is extremely long, the pilot spindle can be equipped
with a stabilising support. The three arms (60) are
spring loaded and should be pushed inwards during
the mounting.

3. Refit lower cone (7) and tighten firmly by hand.

4. Make sure that main air supply handle is closed (56)

and the two valves (24) and (25) are closed.

5. Connect air hose between filter and oil mist lubricator

and pilot spindle.

WARNING!
Ensure that all hoses are intact and that
hanging hoses are not entangled in the Mounting of grinding machine
machine.

5.5.1 Workshop (PL-) spindles

Where grinding of different types of cylinder heads and
guide diameters is required, a special workshop spindle
can be used instead of designated engine related spindles.

1. Mount spindle. See section 5.2.

2. Remove lower tightening cone assembly (35) by

loosening handle (36).

3. Configure the centring cones (37) as necessary to bring

the spindle top (38) level with the valve seat.

IMPORTANT!

Ensure the mating parts between the cones (37) are clean
and free from grinding residues.

4. Mount grinding machine in the valve guide.

5. Refit lower tightening cone assembly (35) and tighten

handle (36).

6. Tighten nut (39) firmly by hand. PL-spindles

7. Connect air supply hose.

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5.6 Setting of grinding angle

The total grinding angle range of the MSD machine is from
0° to 60°. The standard angle settings are 30° (+2'/0) and
45° (+2'/0). At these angles a dowel (12) locks the position
and a high accuracy setting is achieved. For specific
requirements, the machine is doweled to these values at
factory. For less accurate grinding angles, the built-in angle
scale (41) can be used.

1. To change the angle setting, remove dowel (12)

Setting of grinding angle
and loosen two screws (19). Turn the angle plate
to another preset angle or appropriate angle on
the angle scale (41).

2. Place the dowel (12) in the hole which

corresponds to the new angle stated in the sign
on the machine (or appropriate angle on the
angle scale (41)).

3. Turn the angle plate (44) until the dowel fits both
in the angle plate and the machine body (or
appropriate angle on the angle scale (41)).

4. Lock with screws (19).

If necessary loosen screw (42) and tilt the grinding motor

arm (10) until the grinding wheel can reach the valve seat
inner diameter.

5.7 Grinding direction

The grinding can be done in two directions, set by Tilting of grinding motor arm
positioning the directional control lever (13). On top of the
driving unit (1) are markings describing the positions.
DOWN = inwards
UP = outwards

Grinding directions

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5.8 Setting of grinding diameter

and working range
It is possible to grind small valve seats by tilting the
grinding motor arm (10).

1. Loosen screw (42) and tilt the arm until the grinding
wheel can reach the valve seat inner diameter.

 The grinding motor and arm assembly can be moved by

hand if the knob (22) is released and the wheel (21) is
turned either clockwise or counter clockwise.

 The angle guide (8) has two marks (43), and the angle
plate (44) has one mark. The optimum working area of
the machine is when the angle plate mark (44) is
within the two angle guide marks. Grinding of small valve seats

2. To check the working area, loosen locking lever (26) at

the rear, and lower the grinding motor to about 5 mm
from the seat face. Move the motor and arm assembly
by hand with wheel (21), until the grinding wheel
position is outside the seat area at both ends (see
illustration). Check that the mark (44) is within the
marks (43). If not, the grinding motor position must be
adjusted.

Grinding wheel position

Working range

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5.9 Grinding wheel dressing

Dressing of the grinding wheel is always necessary when:

 A new grinding wheel is fitted,

 The angle setting is altered,

 The arm tilting is changed,

 The grinding wheel is clogged.

The reason for dressing grinding wheel when it is new or

when the angle setting is changed, is to get rid of sharp
edges and to create a larger surface on the wheel which is
not so sensitive to wear.

Grinding with clogged grinding wheel reduces the grinding

efficiency and can damage the valve seat surface.

To dress the grinding wheel; proceed as follows:

1. Ensure grinding angle and grinding motor position is

set for the specific seat according to chapter 5.6 and
5.8.

2. If necessary loosen screw (59) and retract the grinding

wheel protection (58) to get access to the grinding
wheel. If possible loosen locking lever (26) and retract
the whole grinding motor.

3. Adjust dresser holder (4) with dresser (18) to touch the

grinding wheel.

4. Ensure main air valve (56) is open and that the valve is
within reach for the operator.

5. Start grinding motor with valve (25).

6. Dress by moving grinding wheel across the dresser with

wheel (21). Stabilise the dresser by holding the shaft
end gently.

7. Feed downwards on wheel (16) with a maximum of 0.1

mm (one scale line) for every cut. Dressing can be done
in both directions.

8. Dress until grinding wheel is clean. On a new wheel the

length of the grinding surface should be 3-4 mm.
Grinding wheel dressing
9. Stop grinding motor with valve (25) and close main air
valve (56).

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6. VALVE SEAT GRINDING

Before commencing work, check the valve seat according
to the instruction from the engine manufacturer. We
recommend using a portable extraction system when
grinding without coolants.

IMPORTANT!

Make sure that the grinding wheel dresser does not

obstruct the rotation of the machine.

6.1 Centring
The grinding machine has a self-centring system. It is
Air valves
important that the landing surface for the pilot spindle is
absolutely clean, i.e. free from metal particles and carbon
deposit, for the system to function correctly.

 Make sure that the valve guides are properly cleaned

by using the supplied cleaning tool (See 5.4).

6.3 Grinding
The grinding operation is performed in direction outwards
across the seat face. A general procedure for grinding a
valve seat is described below.

WARNING!
Keep hands and objects away from the
machine whenever it is in motion.

WARNING!
Beware of glowing grinding particles. Do
not use the machine in areas with
flammable materials.

1. Ensure that grinding wheel protection (58) is mounted

correct, see chapter 5.3.

2. Disconnect coupling (11) by lifting upwards and turn

counter clockwise. Release lock knob (22). This allows
you to rotate the machine freely.

IMPORTANT!

Never try to rotate the machine by hand without

disconnecting coupling (11), as this can damage vital parts
in the driving motor system.

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3. Turn wheel (21) until the grinding stone is in position

approx. in the middle of the seat. Ensure you are
within the working range, indicated by the marks (43).

4. Feed grinding motor (15) down by releasing locking

lever (26) and allow the grinding stone to make contact
with the seat surface.

There are two methods of feeding up or down on the

grinding head. Use the locking lever (26) for rough
adjustments and the fine feed knob (16) for final
adjustments.

5. Tighten locking lever (26) firmly. Lift grinding motor

(15) up slightly by turning the fine feed knob (16)
counter clockwise.

6. Rotate grinding wheel by hand, and feed down using

the fine feed knob (16) until the wheel touches the
valve seat.

It is important to find the highest point on the valve seat

and adjust the grinding motor height position until the
grinding wheel just touches this point. To do this, rotate
the machine by hand and adjust by using feed knob (16)
accordingly.

7. Move grinding head outwards and inwards by using

wheel (21) until the grinding wheel is inside the valve
seat face area, at start position for grinding.

8. Tighten lock knob (22) and feed downwards for cutting

depth max. 0.1 mm by using the fine feed knob (16).

We recommend where possible, a large cut be divided into

several smaller cuts (0.02 - 0.05 mm), to avoid excess heat
and reduce the risk of abnormal wear of the grinding
wheel. Failure to do so may result in incorrect valve seat
angles.

9. Choose grinding direction UP with lever (13) for

feeding outwards (see chapter 5.7).

10. Ensure main air valve (56) is open and that the valve is
within reach for the operator.

11. Start grinding motor and driving motor with valves (24)
and (25). The machine will feed outwards across the
seat face.

12. Connect driving motor with coupling (11) by turning it

clockwise. The grinding sequence will start.
Note. After the cut is completed stop driving motor
(24) and grinding motor (25). There is no mechanical
Start position for grinding
stop.

Allow the driving motor to run for a while until the mating
parts in the coupling are connected. Then it will start
feeding.

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13. After one cut is completed, inspect the seat and if

necessary feed downwards with fine feed knob (16) for
a new cut.

14. Change grinding direction with lever (13) and start

grinding again.

15. Repeat the grinding process until a satisfactory seat

surface is achieved.

16. Always finish with a polishing cut without any extra

down feed. To check the grinding finish, use a felt pen
and make marks across the seat face before polishing.

17. When finished grinding stop grinding motor (24),

driving motor (25) and main air valve (56).

IMPORTANT!
The valve seat has now the correct angle according to the
specification from the engine manufacturer. A lapping
operation together with the valve spindle must not be
performed, as this will change the seat angle.

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7. MAINTENANCE
7.1 Care and lubrication
Check the following regularly in order to ensure a good grinding result and a safe
operation.

 Drain connecting pipes and hoses of accumulated water before each grinding
operation.

 Keep the sliding surfaces of the angle guide (8) well lubricated.

 Keep the grinding machine clean and protected with a thin layer of oil.

 Check the oil level. Refill the oil reservoir (30) if necessary. Unscrew the
container and fill up with one of the lubricants listed below.

RECOMMENDED AIR MOTOR OILS:

BP Esso Gulf Q8

Energol RDE 46 Arox EP 46 Merit 100

Energol RDE 100 ALMO 525

OK Shell Texaco

Pneutool oil S Torculla 32 ARIES 32

Mobiloil Statoil Valvoline

Almo 525 Rockway EP 46 ATO No 10

Air filter and oil mist lubricator Lubrication points

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7.2 Maintenance and

adjustment
7.2.1 Angle guide maintenance
The angle guide (8) should be cleaned and adjusted
regularly as follows:

1. Loosen nuts and Allen screws (50) and (51).

2. Remove guide rail (52) and clean the sliding surfaces of

the angle plate (44) and angle guide (8).

3. Lubricate both the angle guide and the angle plate with
a high quality lubricating oil.

4. Refit guide rail (52).

 The guide rail (52) has a locating countersink in the

middle, which will correspond with the centre Allen
screw (51). This screw is shorter than the other two
and used only for locating the guide rail.

5. Tighten left and right Allen screw (50) until there is no

slack between angle guide (8) and angle plate (44).

6. Check the tightness by turning wheel (21). If hard to

rotate, readjust by releasing the Allen screws (50).

 A visual check of the slack can be done by pushing and

pulling the grinding arm (10) up and down. If slack
exists, it can be seen or felt between the guide rail
(52), angle guide (8) and the angle plate (44).

7.2.2 Feeding guide maintenance

1. Check for slackness in the feeding slide (54), by moving
it sideways holding the lower part of the grinding
motor. Tighten locking lever (26) firmly prior to this
check.

 If adjustment is necessary, tighten all three screws (55)

until an acceptable sliding resistance is felt when the
fine feed knob is turned.

Grinding machine maintenance

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8. REMINDERS
8.1 For best results
 Secure adequate air supply (Section 2.3 and 4.2).

 Check that all locking levers are tight (Section 3, items 3 and 26).

 Check for slack in the angle guide and fine feed slide (Section 7.2.1 and 7.2.2).

 Dress the grinding wheel frequently (Section 5.9).

 If an outer contact between valve and seat is required, always make the final cut from
inside to out without feeding. If inner contact is required, grind in the opposite
direction.

8.2 After use

 After completing the grinding operation, disconnect the air supply hose and pour in a
few drops of air motor oil. Reconnect, and allow the two air motors to operate for a
few minutes, this will ensure a good internal lubrication for storing.

 Clean the machine thoroughly then apply anti-corrosion fluid on all metallic parts.

 Always store the machine and it’s accessories in the storing box. The box should be
stored in a dry, clean place.

 By following these precautions, the machine will remain be in good condition and
ready for use.

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9. TROUBLE SHOOTING

Fault or problems Cause Action

1. Loose handles and Check following locking levers and screws:

screws. Locking lever or Allen screws (19) for angle plate (44).
See section 3.
Locking lever (26) for grinding motor. See section 3.
Locking lever (3) for grinding head. See section 3.
Locking lever or Allen screw (42) for grinding motor
arm. See section 5.8.

2. Slack between angle See section 7.2.1.

guide (8) and angle
plate (44).

3. Slack in feeding slide See section 7.2.2.

Uneven ”wavy” surface
(54).

4. Grinding stone loose in Tighten with tools from toolset

chuck (2).

5. Lower cone (7) not Tighten by hand. See section 5.5

tightened

6. Grinding motor speed Check the air pressure (6-9 bar). See section 2.3.2.
too low.

1. The seat is deformed by Continue to grind until full contact is achieved.

the valve.

Eccentric grinding pattern 2. Cleaning tool not used. Remove the machine, and clean the valve guide. See
section 5.4.

3. Pilot spindle (9) bent. See section 3.

Check the spindle by using a dial indicator attached to
the machine. Rotate the machine and find the highest
point on the seat. Loosen lower sleeve (7) and rotate
the spindle (9) half a turn. If the highest point is at the
same location, and the indicator value about the same,
the spindle is not bent.

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Service and assistance

In choosing Chris-Marine equipment, you have made an investment in quality and

accuracy. Therefore it is important that you also use genuine Chris-Marine spare
parts and grinding wheels.

Chris-Marine grinding wheels have been especially developed, tested and proven
through many years of experience producing the very highest grinding quality for
the benefit of your engines.

Therefore always make sure that the grinding wheels used are of original Chris-
Marine make.

For supply of Chris-Marine grinding equipment, and for any assistance, please
contact our head office or Chris-Marine service workshops and agents.

Notes

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