SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION

Commentary

Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model G1004/G1008 Milling Machine. These Milling Machines are a part of Grizzly’s growing family of fine metalworking machinery. When used according to the guidelines stated in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable oper- ation.

The Model G1004/G1008 is intended for home and medium-duty professional use. This mill features a 1,720 R.P.M., 112 HP capacitor-start motor and push button ON/OFF switch.

We are also pleased to provide this manual with the Model G1004/G1008. It was written to guide you through assembly, review safety considera- tions, and cover general operating procedures. It represents our effort to produce the best documentation possible. If you have any comments regarding 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

Like any complex milling machine, the Models G1004/1008 is an extremely powerful tool and there are some inherent dangers which could result in serious personal injury. We strongly recommend that you DO NOT attempt to operate this machine without first reading this manual. We also highly recommend that you learn as much from books, magazines, classes and other sources of milling knowledge before you use this machine. Always consider safety first when using this or any other metalworking machinery.

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.

2406 Reach Road

Williamsport, PA 17701

Phone: (570) 326-3806

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 G1004/G1008 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of continuous 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 G1004/G1008 will be time well spent. DO NOT operate this machine until you are completely familiar with the contents of this manual. Make sure you read and understand all of the safety proce- dures. If you do not understand something, DO NOT operate the machine.

G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine

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