Grizzly G0506, G0507, G0511 instruction manual Lubrication, Wheel Brush, To oil the guide bearings

Lubrication

The sealed and pre-lubricated ball bearings on most of the moving parts of this bandsaw require no lubrication for the life of the bearings. These bearings are standard sizes, and replacements can be purchased from our parts department or a bearing supply store.

The guide bearings do require oil daily or after every 8 hours of use. They are supplied with a detent ball valve for an oiling port and can be oiled with a “squirt-gun” type oiler. We recom- mend 10 wt. non-detergent oil.

Figure 26. Oiling an upper blade guide bearing.

To oil the guide bearings:

1.Clean all the oiling ports with a paper towel or a clean rag.

2.Press the tip of the oiler against the ball as shown in Figure 23.

3.Apply only a small amount of oil. Excess oil can spread to the blade and contaminate the workpiece and bandsaw wheels.

4.Wipe off excess oil from around the oiling port.

As for other items on this machine:

1.Wipe off any sawdust with a clean cloth or dry paint brush on and around the guide post assembly.

2.Lubricate the guide post assembly with an occasional “shot” of spray on lubricant.

Ensure that oil does not get on the pulleys or V- belt because it could cause belt deterioration and slipping.

Wheel Brush

The bandsaw is supplied with a lower wheel brush. This may need occasional cleaning and adjustment. It is advisable to check it once a day and make sure that it is clear of dust and any small bits of wood that may have become trapped between it and the lower wheel. The mounting bracket that secures it to the bandsaw body is slotted for adjustments as the bristles become worn. Please contact our parts department should replacement become necessary.

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