Operation Tips - Grizzly G0812 Owner's Manual

Important: Monitor coolant level frequently to
keep system working properly. DO NOT let cool-
ant level fall below halfway level on filter screen
(see Figure 55).
Filter
Screen
Figure 55. Halfway level on filter screen.
Using Spray Gun
1. Position splash guard on side of base near
location of spraying operation.
2. Close coolant control valves.
3. Turn coolant pump switch to high-pressure
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setting( ) ON. Coolant will now spray when
the trigger is pressed (see Figure 56).
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Figure 56. Example of spray gun in use.
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Model G0812 (Mfd. Since 2/16)
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Operation Tips

The following tips will help you safely and effec-
tively operate your bandsaw, and help you get the
maximum life out of your saw blades.
Tips for horizontal cutting:
• Use the work stop to quickly and accurately
cut multiple pieces of stock to the same
length.
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• Clamp the material firmly in the vise jaws to
ensure a straight cut through the material.
• Use vise close (
START
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tons to speed production.
• Let the blade reach full speed before engag-
ing the workpiece. Never start a cut with the
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blade in contact with the workpiece, and do
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not start a cut on a sharp edge.
• Chips should be curled and silvery. If the
chips are thin and powder like, increase your
feed rate.
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• Burned chips indicate a need to reduce your
blade speed.
• Wait until the blade has completely stopped
before removing the workpiece from the vise,
and avoid touching the cut end—it could be
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very hot!
• Support long pieces so they won't fall when
cut, and flag the ends to alert passers-by of
potential danger.
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• Adjust left blade guide as close as possible to
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the workpiece to minimize side-to-side blade
movement.
• Use coolant when possible to increase blade
life.
Loosen blade tension at the end of each day
to prolong blade life.
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