Grizzly G0636X owner manual Operations, Operation Safety, Overview

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SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

Operation Safety

Damage to your eyes and lungs could result from using this machine without proper pro- tective gear. Always wear safety glasses and a respirator when operating this machine.

Loose hair and cloth-

ing could get caught in

machinery and cause seri-

ous personal injury. Keep

loose clothing and long

hair away from moving machinery.

NOTICE

If you have never used this type of machine or equipment before, WE STRONGLY REC- OMMEND that you read books, trade maga- zines, or get formal training before begin- ning any projects. Regardless of the con- tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training.

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Overview

The bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood cutting tools in the shop. It is capable of perform- ing many different cutting functions including:

Straight Cuts

•Miters

•Angles

•Compound Angles

•Resawing

•Ripping

•Crosscutting

Irregular Cuts

•Simple and Complex Curves

•Duplicate Parts

•Circles

•Beveled Curves

A properly adjusted and tuned bandsaw can be safer to operate than most other saws and per- forms many functions with ease and accuracy.

Basic Cutting Tips

Here are some basic tips to follow when oper- ating the bandsaw:

•Replace, sharpen, and clean blades as nec- essary and make adjustments periodically to keep the saw always running in top condi- tion.

•Use light and even pressure while cutting. Light contact with the blade will permit easier line following and prevent undue friction.

•Avoid trying to turn tight corners because this will twist the blade. Remember, you must saw around corners.

•Misuse of the saw or using incorrect tech- niques is unsafe and results in frustration and poor cuts. Remember—the blade does the cutting with the operator’s guidance.

G0636X 17" Ultimate Bandsaw

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Contents Model G0636X Ultimate Bandsaw Page Table of Contents Introduction ForewordContact Info Machine Data Sheet G0636X 17 Ultimate Bandsaw Identification Safety Instructions for Machinery G0636X 17 Ultimate Bandsaw Additional Safety Instructions for Bandsaws 220V Single-Phase Circuit RequirementsItems Needed for Setup SetupSetup Safety UnpackingCrate Contents Figure Qty InventoryHardware and Tools Qty Hardware Recognition Chart Site Considerations Clean UpPlacement Location Floor LoadTo move and place the bandsaw using wood shims Moving & Placing Base UnitTo move and place the bandsaw Guide Post Handwheel To install the guide post handwheelMounting to Shop Floor Bolting to Concrete FloorsBlade Tracking To center track the bladePositive Stop To set the positive stopDust Collection To connect a dust collection hoseTo install the fence handle FenceTest Run To test run the machineTensioning Blade Adjusting Blade Guide BearingsTo adjust the upper blade guides To tension the bandsaw bladeLateral adjustment of blade guides Adjusting Support Bearings To adjust the upper support bearingTo adjust the lower support bearing Aligning Table Aligning Fence To align the fence parallel with the miter slotTo calibrate the pointer Pointer CalibrationMiter Gauge To calibrate the miter gaugeOperation Safety OperationsOverview Foot Brake Guide PostTo correct blade lead Fine Tune TrackingBlade Lead To skew your fenceTable Tilt To shift the tableTo tilt the table RippingCrosscutting To make a rip cutTo make a 90˚ crosscut Resawing Cutting CurvesBlade Length Stacked CutsBlade Information Blade WidthBlade Care Tooth StyleTooth Pitch Blade BreakageTo remove a blade Blade ChangesMost common causes of blade breakage are To replace a bladeCarbon Steel Replacement Blades for the Model G0636X AccessoriesReplacement Blades Timber Wolf Replacement Blades for the Model G0636XH2347 H1300 H1298 G7984 H0736 H1302Maintenance To lubricate the tension adjustment assem- bly To lubricate the blade guide rack and pinionTo lubricate the blade tracking knob To lubricate the table tilt rack and pinion assembly To lubricate the trunnionsService TroubleshootingMotor & Electrical Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Cutting OperationsTo check the V-belts Checking Tensioning V-BeltsTools Needed Qty To tension the V-beltReplacing V-Belts Adjusting TensionTo adjust the tension lever LeverWheel Alignment Adjusting Wheel Blade BrushesTo adjust the brushes Components and Hardware Needed QtyDimensions of coplanarity gauge G0636X 17 Ultimate Bandsaw Coplanarity Gauge Power supply terminal box Electrical ComponentsWiring Diagram See FigureBreakdown Parts Parts List DescriptionPower Cord Support Plate Labels/Cosmetic Parts Warranty and Returns G0636X 17 Ultimate Bandsaw Page Page