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SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION
Commentary
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G8690 Variable Speed Wood Lathe. The Model G8690 is part of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodwork- ing machinery. When used according to the guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of
The Model G8690 is a wood turning lathe with a variable spindle speed range of zero to 3025 R.P.M. Capacity between the centers is adjustable up to 19" and the swing over the bed is 6". Shipping weight is approximately 40 lbs. This lathe combines all the convenience of a bench model with the features of a floor size model.
A number of chisels, chucks, spur centers and live centers for the Model G8690 are available through the Grizzly catalog.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with the Model G8690. 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
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)
Fax: (800)
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
After fall 2001:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc. 1203 Lycoming Circle Pennsdale, PA 17756
The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G8690 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.
Read the manual before assembly and opera- tion. Become familiar with the machine and it’s operation before beginning any work. Serious personal injury may result if safety or operational information is not understood or fol- lowed.
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