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Thanks for all your feedback.  I guess the motor runs hot for others as well so I won't worry too much unless I notice a performance issue.

Chris

Hi guys, I searched and couldn't find that this question has been asked. 

I recently purchased a Tormek T-7.  It is fantastic!  I sharpened a roughing gouge to a beautiful edge.  I then went on to work with an oval skew chisel I had just purchased.  Unfortunately, it came rater poorly shaped and I have spent a good it of time re-shaping it and still have more to go.  I noticed last night that there was definitely an odor from heat and when I checked the motor cover on the left of the machine had gotten hot enough I couldn't touch it.  I let it sit overnight and then started using it again.  After 5 minutes of use, the motor had gotten quite warm and after 10 minutes I turned it off because it seemed to be getting too hot. 

Is this heat normal?  Will the motor get too hot, or can I use the motor continuously as the book states?

I did notice a puddle under the machine, but based on all the water on the table under the wheel, I'm not sure if it was just water or a clear oil.  Just cleaned it all up.  Probably should have paid more attention!

Thanks,
Chris