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Hi Folks

I notice on the older videos the micro adjuster on the jigs has a lock to lock it in place once set. Why do the new machines not have a lock? I notice the adjustment knob therefore will spin as I slide the blade across the wheel. Applying pressure of course helps but doesn't alleviate the problem. Why was the locking mechanism discontinued. It seems like it was neccessary.

Hi Folks

Dave at Big Bear has been very good. He has arranged for the new brackets to be sent directly from Tormek. Likely just confusion about old stock. Thanks for the help.

Thank you.

I did order online. And the picture on the website pictured the metal brackets. So naturally I was disappointed when I did not receive them. I'm waiting to hear from Big Bear Tools so as to resolve the issue. I don't imagine it will be a problem. I just want the product pictured. That's what I ordered, online.

Thanks very much Bob!

The brackets were pictured on the Big Bear Tools website, but I did not receive them in my kit. When I inquired I was told they were not included, and that the idea was to just use a piece of wood. I have since emailed them with your picture attached. Thanks again.

The directions for mounting the BGM-100 are confusing (at least to a neophyte). Page 7 of the little booklet that comes with it has a little chart on the lower right of the page indicating dimensions. It indicates grinder size, then divides into 3 columns- a,b, and c. But on the diagram itself there is no "a". Does "a" indicate the total required height of the block?? What specifically "b" and "c" refer to is a little vague as well. Not all of us are acquainted with drafting, even basic drafting.

Tormek needs to make a step by step video showing installation. Further, their one video on Youtube demonstrating the USE of the BGM-100 shows a metal bracket for mounting the universal support system, not a wooden block. There are pictures of this metal bracket on the website of retailers selling the product. One is, therefore, naturally a little surprised when the box arrives without a metal bracket. The promotional video is misleading, as are the pictures on some retailers websites. This problem should be rectified.

Any simple advice on mounting the BGM-100 would be appreciated. I stress " simple".

Thanks

Just wanted to share the reply I received from Tormek:

Hi Colm,
Yes, it is not unusual that the motor gets hot. Warmest will the motor get when idling and sharpening knives does not need much pressure.
You can use your T-7 without risk.

Best regards
Tormek AB
Olle Ringefelt

I have been using the machine extensively without any problem. Thanks again to forum members for the help.

New. Thanks Herman.

Wow. Impressive detailed stuff!!! But the comment "you wouldn't want to keep your hand on it for more than a couple of seconds" makes it clear to me that it likely will not be a problem. Thanks very much for taking the time to do that Robin.
And thanks Rob for the interesting post. I am Canadian but spend a good deal of time in the USA. Being an actor/writer I've never really been aquainted with the holidays of the corporate world- I spent years working in restaurants of course, so have rarely known even the glee that most have with weekends approaching! I was usually working in a bar! Now I am enjoying splitting my time between Prince Edward Island Canada, and New Hampshire and New York. I worked in Switzerland years ago and loved that people went home for a long lunch and quiet time before returning to work-- much more civilized attitude, although I guess that may also be changing now...sadly.

Well Tormek seems to be on a long holiday. The Europeans are so much more civilized about work ethic than North Americans. A month to six weeks to relax every year? Absolutely!!!!

I worked with the T7 machine a fair amount today and although it gets hot, the temperature did not escalate beyond being hot to the touch after a fair amount of work. Again, no smoke, no oil, no strange smells or sounds, so perhaps it will be fine. I've left the issue with thetoolstore.ca who seem competent and responsible. They were going to contact Tormek about the issue.

I will let you all know how it all resolves.

Thanks again for the help.

PS Ken

I have no idea whether it is the 50 or 60 cycle engine. I wasn't aware the T7 had two different engines. I purchased my kit for www.thetoolstore.ca in Ontario Canada.

Thank you Ken and Rob. I have contacted the seller who in turn is going to speak to someone at Tormek. I appreciate your response.

Hello members

I just purchased the T7. The engine runs hot after short use. No smell. No dripping oil. But it runs hot.

Is this normal? I've seen comments online suggesting the engine runs cool, and I've seen comments suggesting it runs hot, and that running hot is normal.

Can a Tormek employee clarify this issue please?

Thanks