2The Darex StoryDarex Corporation began in 1973 in Beecher, Illinois. The D, A and R of Darex are the initials of threegenerations of the Bernard family; David, Arthur and Richard Bernard. David and his father Richardfounded Darex. Grandfather Arthur Bernard, who earlier founded the Bernard Welding Company,contributed his energy and guidance to Darex. Art’s inventions revolutionized the welding industry.In 1978, Darex relocated to Ashland, Oregon. Grandson Dave and son Dick carry on Arthur’s legacy ofinventiveness. Darex grew to become the most recognized name in the cutting tool sharpeningindustry. Today, Darex is a world-leading manufacturer of precision cutting tool sharpeners.Darex is proud to offer a complete line of quality precision cutting tool sharpeners at affordable prices.Before our first days, we at Darex had looked at our competitor’s sharpeners and asked ourselves:“Must cutting tool sharpeners be complicated? Why must the choice be limited to cost prohibitiveaccuracy or low price inaccuracy?” Our sharpeners prove you can have it all: Simplicity, Accuracy,and Affordability.We have always emphasized innovative product design and tested technology. The experiencedpersonnel at our modern manufacturing facility use the latest production methods. The Darexmarketing team knows first-hand the machines we sell and will guide you to the best machine foryour needs. Our skilled technical service department is happy to answer your questions about ourproducts or cutting tools.The XT-3000 SharpenerThe Darex XT-3000 Xpandable Drill Sharpener sharpens standard and split point drills at any anglefrom 118 to 150 degrees. It sharpens drills sized from 3mm to 21mm. (.118 - .826) This sharpenercomes standard with CBN wheels for sharpening HSS and cobalt drills. Diamond wheels forsharpening carbide drills are available as an option. The XT-3000 allows you to control each drill’spoint configuration including the relief and design of the split point. All adjustment and attachmentchanges are done without tools. To keep your Darex XT-3000 in top condition, please refer to themaintenance section of this manual.Replacement wheels and parts are listed in the parts list on page 30. Schematic breakdowns beginon page 31 of the manual.*Optional accessories allow you to sharpen other cutting tools; including 90° spot drills, step drills,brad points, larger drills, Weldon, single flute, 3 flute, 6 flute countersinks and left hand drills.