Grizzly G1012 instruction manual General Information, Commentary

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SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION

Commentary

Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model G1012 18" Heavy-Duty Bandsaw. This bandsaw is part of Grizzly’s growing family of fine wood- working machinery. When used according to the guidelines stated in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation, and proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satis- faction.

This bandsaw features cast iron construction for rigidity and strength, a 3-speed pulley system and a 10" cutting height. It comes standard with stand, fence, miter gauge, guards, 1"-wide blade and an electrical package. The electrical package includes a 3450 R.P.M., 2 H.P. capacitor start motor, a magnetic safety switch and a cord set.

We are also pleased to provide this manual with the Model G1012. It was written to guide you through assembly, review safety considerations, and cover general operating procedures. It repre- sents our latest effort to produce the best docu- mentation possible. If you have any comments or criticisms that you feel we should address in our next printing, please write to us at:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

CO Technical Documentation

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227

Most important, we stand behind our machines. We have excellent regional service departments at your disposal should the need arise. If you have any service questions or parts requests, please call or write to us at the location listed below.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc

1203 Lycoming Mall Circle

Muncy, PA 17756

Phone:(570) 546-9663

Fax:(800) 438-5901

E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com

Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com

The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G1012 as supplied when the manual was pre- pared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of con- tinuous improvement, changes may be made at any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly. Whenever possible, though, we send manual updates to all owners of a particular tool or machine. Should you receive one, we urge you to insert the new information with the old and keep it for reference.

Read the manual before assembly and operation. Become familiar with the machine and its operation before begin- ning any work. Serious personal injury may result if safety or opera- tional information is not understood or followed.

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Contents HEAVY-DUTY Bandsaw Page Table Of Contents Safety Instructions For Power Tools SafetyLength AMP Rating Additional Safety Instructions For Bandsaws Circuit Requirements 220V Operation FusingGrounding Extension Cords Commentary General InformationSee Figure Unpacking Piece InventoryInside Bags Qty Hardware BagsHardware Recognition Chart Site Considerations Clean upAssembly Order of AssemblyStand Legs, braces, and one stand side Attached to stand Bandsaw unit mounted to stand Pulleys Belts Belts mounted on pulleys Belt GuardTo mount the table to the bandsaw unit To install the upper and lower blade guides Blade GuidesFence Controls AdjustmentsTo adjust the tension Blade TrackingBlade Tension To adjust guide assembly alignment on guide post Guide PostTo set the guide-blocks within the guide- block holder Lower Blade Guide Assemblies Blade Changes Table AdjustmentsSquaring table to blade back G1012 18 Bandsaw To adjust the miter slot parallel to the band- saw bladeTo skew your fence Fence Adjustment Blade LeadTo verify if the the upper and lower wheels are coplanar Wheel AlignmentShimming a wheel Coplanar diagram G1012 18 BandsawOperations Test RunOverview Blade Length Blade InformationBlade Width Tooth StyleTooth Pitch Blade CareBlade Breakage Crosscutting RippingTo rip with the Model G1012 To crosscut with the Model G1012Crosscutting with miter gauge ResawingCutting Curves Stacked CutsTo complete a stacked cut Maintenance MiscellaneousLubrication G1012 18 Bandsaw Closure Machine Data Sheet G1012 18 Bandsaw G1012 18 Bandsaw G1012 18 Bandsaw G1012 18 Bandsaw Upper Frame ARM Switch Troubleshooting Warranty and Returns Warranty Card BOX BELLINGHAM, WA Grizzly INDUSTRIAL, INC