Grizzly G0636X owner manual Service, Troubleshooting, Motor & Electrical

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SECTION 7: SERVICE

Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section to fix or adjust your machine if a problem devel- ops. If you need replacement parts or you are unsure of your repair skills, then feel free to call our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663.

Troubleshooting

Motor & Electrical

Symptom		Possible Cause				Possible Solution
Machine	does not	1.	Key is turned to "0".			1.	Turn key to "1".
start or	a breaker	2.	Stop/reset button engaged.			2.	Rotate clockwise until it pops out/replace.
trips.		3.	Plug/receptacle is at fault or wired incor-			3.	Test for good contact or correct the wiring.
		3.	Plug/receptacle is at fault or wired incor-			3.	Test for good contact or correct the wiring.
			rectly.
		4.	Motor connection wired incorrectly.			4.	Correct motor wiring connections (Page 50).
		5.	Thermal protection circuit breaker amper-			5.	Unplug machine, open magnetic switch cover, turn
			age is set too low or motor is at fault.				amperage dial on Thermal Protection Circuit Breaker
							to a higher amperage setting. If switch is maxed out,
							replace motor.
		6.	Power supply is at fault/switched OFF.			6.	Ensure hot lines have correct voltage on all legs and
							main power supply is switched ON.
		7.	Motor ON/OFF switch is at fault.			7.	Replace faulty ON/OFF switch.
		8.	Wiring is open/has high resistance.			8.	Check for broken wires or corroded/disconnected
							connections, and repair/replace as necessary.
		9.	Start capacitor is at fault.			9.	Test/replace if faulty.
		10. Motor is at fault.				10. Repair/replace.
		11. Wheel cover limit switch		is	not closed,	11. Close wheel covers.
			wheel covers are open.
		12. Foot brake limit switch is		at	fault or is	12. Repair/replace limit switch, or stop pressing foot
			pressed down (switch is not closed).				brake.

Machine stalls or is		1.	Motor run capacitor at fault.			1.	Replace run capacitor.
underpowered.		2.	Wrong workpiece material.			2.	Use wood with correct moisture content, without
							glues, and little pitch/resins.
		3.	Feed speed too fast for task.			3.	Decrease feed speed. See Basic Cutting Tips on
							Page 28.
		4.	V-belt slipping.			4.	Replace bad V-belt, align pulleys, and re-tension
							(Page 44 & 45).
		5.	Blade is slipping on wheels.			5.	Adjust blade tracking and tension to factory specifi-
							cations. See Page 16 or 21.
		6.	Low power supply voltage.			6.	Ensure all hot lines have correct voltage on all legs.
		7.	Plug/receptacle is at fault.			7.	Test for good contacts and correct wiring.
		8.	Motor connection is wired incorrectly.			8.	Correct motor wiring connections (Page 50).
		9.	Motor bearings are at fault.			9.	Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft
							requires bearing replacement.
		10. Motor has overheated.				10. Let motor cool, clean it off, and reduce workload.
		11. Motor is at fault.				11. Repair/replace.

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Contents Model G0636X Ultimate Bandsaw Page Table of Contents Contact Info IntroductionForeword 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 RequirementsSetup Setup SafetyItems Needed for Setup UnpackingHardware and Tools Qty Crate Contents Figure QtyInventory Hardware Recognition Chart Clean Up Placement LocationSite Considerations Floor LoadTo move and place the bandsaw To move and place the bandsaw using wood shimsMoving & Placing Base Unit To install the guide post handwheel Mounting to Shop FloorGuide Post Handwheel 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 machineAdjusting Blade Guide Bearings To adjust the upper blade guidesTensioning Blade 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 slotPointer Calibration Miter GaugeTo calibrate the pointer To calibrate the miter gaugeOverview Operation SafetyOperations Foot Brake Guide PostFine Tune Tracking Blade LeadTo correct blade lead To skew your fenceTo tilt the table Table TiltTo shift the table To make a 90˚ crosscut RippingCrosscuttingTo make a rip cut Resawing Cutting CurvesStacked Cuts Blade InformationBlade Length Blade WidthTooth Style Tooth PitchBlade Care Blade BreakageBlade Changes Most common causes of blade breakage areTo remove a blade To replace a bladeAccessories Replacement BladesCarbon Steel Replacement Blades for the Model G0636X Timber Wolf Replacement Blades for the Model G0636XH2347 H1300 H1298 G7984 H0736 H1302 Maintenance To lubricate the blade tracking knob To lubricate the tension adjustment assem- blyTo lubricate the blade guide rack and pinion To lubricate the table tilt rack and pinion assembly To lubricate the trunnionsMotor & Electrical ServiceTroubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Cutting OperationsChecking Tensioning V-Belts Tools Needed QtyTo check the V-belts To tension the V-beltAdjusting Tension To adjust the tension leverReplacing V-Belts LeverAdjusting Wheel Blade Brushes To adjust the brushesWheel Alignment 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