Grizzly G1140 instruction manual General Information, Commentary

SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION

Commentary

We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G1140 Edge Sander. The Model G1140 is part of a grow- ing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. When used according to the guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of trouble- free, enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satisfaction.

The Model G1140 is intended for home and medi- um-duty professional use. This sander features a 1,720 RPM, 11/2 HP capacitor-start motor, mechanical ON/OFF switch, 4'' dust port and a cast iron working table. All running parts utilize shielded ball bearings, which require no lubrica- tion for the life of the bearings.

We are also pleased to provide this manual with the Model G1140. It was written to guide you through assembly, review safety considerations, and cover general operating procedures. It repre- sents our effort to produce the best documenta- tion possible. If you have any comments regard- ing this manual, please write to us at the address below:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

C/O Technical Documentation

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Most importantly, we stand behind our machines. If you have any service questions or parts requests, please call or write 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 G1140 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.

To operate this, or any power tool, safely and efficiently, it is essential to become as familiar with its characteristics as possible. The time you invest before you begin to use your Model G1140 will be time well spent. DO NOT oper- ate this machine until you are completely famil- iar with the contents of this manual. Make sure you read and understand all of the safety pro- cedures. If you do not understand something, DO NOT operate the machine.

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