Grizzly G0717 owner manual

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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators.

Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation, electrocution, or death.

The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use. This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization, proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre- hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool integrity, and the usage of personal protective equipment.

The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property damage from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or misuse.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

Lead from lead-based paints.

Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.

Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip- ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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Contents Model G0717 Page Table of Contents Machine Description IntroductionManual Accuracy Contact Info Identification Machine Data Sheet Other Safety Safety Instructions for MachineryUnattended OPERATION. Never­ leave­ Safety Instructions for Metal Cutting Bandsaws Full-Load Current Rating Power SupplyAvailability Circuit InformationMinimum Gauge Size 12 AWG Grounding RequirementsExtension Cords 50 ftUnpacking SetupNeeded for Setup Description QtyInventory Item Figure QtyBasic steps for removing rust preventative CleanupBefore cleaning, gather the following Site Considerations Mounting Using Machine MountsLifting & Placing Bolting to Concrete FloorsAssembly To assemble your machineMounting belt cover Model G0717 Mfg. Since 9/10 Disconnecting Power Power ConnectionConnecting Power Controls Blade on Button Starts the blade Test Run Operations Operation OverviewBlade Length Blade SelectionBlade Terminology ModelTooth Set Tooth TypeBlade Pitch TPI To select the correct blade pitchBlade Change To change the blade on the bandsawBlade Tension To tension the blade on the bandsawMost common causes of avoidable blade breakage are Blade TrackingBlade Breakage Blade Care Blade Care Break-InDownfeed Blade Break-InDownfeed Pressure Blade Speed To change blade speedsChip Inspection Chart Blade Speed ChartTo rapidly change the vise jaw gap To adjust the rear blade guide armVise Blade Guide Arms Cutting Fluid HazardCutting Fluid System To use the cutting fluid systemBlade Brush Typical blade brushOperation Tips Accessories H9231-Safe Tap Stick, 13 ozBasic Eye Protection H4978 T20446 H4979Schedule MaintenanceCleaning LubricationTo change the gear oil Gear boxMotor & Electrical ServiceTroubleshooting Bandsaw Operations Refer to Feed Rate on Page 29, or Blade SpeedBelt To replace the V-beltWiring Wiring Safety InstructionsWiring Overview SeeWiring Diagram 110 VACElectrical Box 27-1 53-2 66-1 28-1 53-1 72-1 70-1 29-1 52-1 Base Parts List DescriptionPW06M Flat Washer 12MM PB35M Bow ModelSaw Bow Parts List Motor Mount PlatePCAP07M CAP Screw M6-1 X Labels Warranty Card CommentsGrizzly INDUSTRIAL, INC BOX BELLINGHAM, WAWarranty & Returns Order Hours a DAY