SECTION 7: SERVICE
Always disconnect power to the machine before performing ser- vice adjustments. Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury.
About Service
In addition, each cutter has a reference dot on one corner. As the cutter is rotated, the reference dot location can be used as an indicator of which edges are used and which are new. When the reference dot revolves back around to its starting position, the cutter should be replaced.
Reference Dot
This section is designed to help the operator with adjustments that were made at the factory and that might also need to be made during the life of the machine.
This section is provided for your convenience— it is not a substitute for the Grizzly Service Department. If any adjustments arise that are not described in this manual, then feel free to call Tech Support at (570)
Similarly, if you are unsure of how to perform any procedure in this section, Tech Support will be happy to guide you through the procedures or help in any other way.
Rotating/Changing
Carbide Cutters
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The cutterhead is equipped with 72 indexable car- bide cutters. Each cutter can be rotated to reveal any one of its four cutting edges. Therefore, if one cutting edge becomes dull or damaged, simply rotate it 90˚ to reveal a fresh cutting edge, as shown in Figure 23.
Figure 23. Cutter rotating sequence.
To rotate or change a carbide cutter:
1.DISCONNECT THE PLANER FROM THE POWER SOURCE!
2.Remove any sawdust from the head of the carbide cutter Torx screw.
3.Remove the Torx screw and carbide cutter.
4.Clean all dust and dirt off the cutter and the cutterhead pocket from which the cutter was removed, and replace the cutter so a fresh, sharp edge is facing outward.
Note: Proper cleaning is critical to achieving a smooth finish. Dirt or dust trapped between the cutter and cutterhead will slightly raise the cutter, and make a noticeable marks on your workpieces the next time you plane.
5.Lubricate the Torx screw threads with a light machine oil, wipe the excess oil off the threads, and torque the Torx screw to
Note: Excess oil may squeeze between the cutter and cutterhead, thereby lifting the cut- ter slightly and affecting workpiece finishes.
