SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
To reduce the risk of serious injury when using this machine, read and understand this entire manual before beginning any operations.
Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could result from using this machine without proper protective gear. Always wear safety glasses, a respirator, and hearing protection when operating this machine.
Loose hair, clothing, or
jewelry could get caught
in machinery and cause
serious personal injury.
Keep these items away
from moving parts at all times to reduce this risk.
NOTICE
If you have never used this type of machine or equipment before, We strongly rec- ommend that you read books, review industry trade magazines, or get formal training before beginning any projects. Regardless of the content in this section, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training.
G0453/G0454 (Mfg. Since 3/08)
Operation Overview
The purpose of this overview is to provide the nov- ice machine operator with a basic understanding of how the machine is used during operation, so the machine controls/components discussed later in this manual are easier to understand.
Due to the generic nature of this overview, it is not intended to be an instructional guide. To learn more about specific operations, read this entire manual and seek additional training from expe- rienced machine operators, and do additional research outside of this manual by reading "how- to" books, trade magazines, or websites.
To complete a typical operation, the operator does the following:
1.Examines the workpiece to make sure it is acceptable for planing.
2.Puts on safety glasses or a face shield, a respirator, and ear protection.
3.If necessary, uses a jointer to make one sur- face of the workpiece flat.
4.Correctly adjusts the worktable height for the operation.
5.If the workpiece is longer than can be sup- ported by the planer table, arranges for assistance or roller accessories to support the workpiece.
6.When all safety precautions have been taken, turns the planer ON, then sets the correct feed rate for the operation.
7.Stands to one side of the planer path to reduce the risk of kickback injuries, then, with the flat surface of the workpiece facing down, feeds the workpiece into the planer until the infeed roller grabs it.
8.Once the workpiece is clear of the outfeed roller, turns the planer OFF.