G7945/G7946 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. For your convenience, we always keep current Grizzly manuals available on our website at www.
G7945 Machine Data Sheet Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G7945 5 SPEED BENCH-TOP RADIAL DRILL PRESS Product Dimensions: Weight... 88 lbs. Length/Width/Height...33-1/2 x 11-1/2 x 31-1/2 in. Foot Print (Length/Width)... 13-1/2 x 8-1/2 in.
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 11/25/2005 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G7945 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press PAGE 2 OF 2...
The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 11/25/2005 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G7946 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. MACHINE DATA SHEET G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press PAGE 1 OF 2...
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 11/25/2005 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G7946 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press PAGE 2 OF 2...
3. ALWAYS WEAR AN ANSI APPROVED RESPIRATOR WHEN MACHINERY THAT PRODUCES DUST. Wood dust is a carcinogen and can cause cancer and severe respiratory illnesses. G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press 4. ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION WHEN MACHINERY. Machinery noise can cause permanent hearing damage.
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Make sure you know what type of wood dust you will be exposed to and always wear an approved respirator. ADJUSTING KEYS DAMAGED PARTS MACHINES WILL EJECT LOCK MOBILE BASES USED) BEFORE OPERATING G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press...
If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal injury may occur. G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press DRILL OPERATION. Never start the drill press with the drill bit pressed against the workpiece. Feed the drill bit evenly into the workpiece.
DO NOT connect the machine to the power source until instructed to do so. Amperage Draw ⁄ HP motor on the Model G7945/G7946 will draw the following amps: Motor Draw ... 5 Amps Circuit Requirements Whether you have a dedicated or shared circuit,...
⁄ • Bottle of Mineral Spirits ... 1 Unpacking The Model G7945/G7946 was carefully packed when it left our warehouse. If you discover the machine is damaged after you have signed for delivery, please immediately call Customer Service at (570) 546-9663 for advice.
If any nonproprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we would be glad to replace them, but for the sake of expediency, you can get replacements at a hardware store. Use Figure 4 and 5 and the inventory list below to inventory your drill press parts: Description Headstock ...
Remove this protective coating with a sol- vent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser such as Grizzly’s G7895 Degreaser. To clean thoroughly, some parts may need to be removed. For opti- mum performance from your machine, make sure you clean all moving parts or sliding contact surfaces that are coated.
Table Support Arm (G7946) ... 1 The table bracket must be installed as described to properly assemble your drill press. The Model G7945 comes with a one piece square table and bracket. The Model G7946 comes with a round table and two-piece hinged table bracket.
To install the downfeed handles: Tightly thread the handles into the collar as shown in Figure 13. Figure 13. Installing downfeed handles. G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press Drill Chuck and Arbor The drill chuck is attached to the drill spindle by means of a machined taper between the chuck and spindle nose.
Page 33. If you still can't solve the problem, contact our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. -20- The Model G7945 should be secured to a bench. The Model G7946 base should be secured to the floor. Bench Mounting glasses...
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If you must use a mobile base, ALWAYS mount your drill press to a base plate inside of the mobile base, as shown in Figure 18. A good quality base plate increases the standard footprint of the drill press to make it much more stable.
⁄ " long hex bolts. Place the drill press on the base plate. Position the drill press close to the front of the mobile base, so the mobile base will not be a tripping hazard. Mount the drill press to the base plate with lag bolts and flat washers (Figure 18);...
OMMEND that you read books, trade maga- zines, or get formal training before begin- ning any projects. Regardless of the con- tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training. Switch/Safety Key The ON/OFF switch can be disabled to prevent unauthorized use.
Changing Speeds The belt in the head of the drill press must be rearranged to change speeds. A chart under the pulley cover shows the belt positions needed to make the drill press run at the desired speed. To change speeds:...
Drilling The Model G7945/G7946 is designed for drilling holes in wood or metal. The basic operation of a drill press is lining up your drill bit with the intended hole location, turning the drill press ON, and using the down feed levers to move the spinning drill bit into the workpiece.
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Figure 24. Locating pin and nut (G7946). Loosen the lock bolt (Figure 25) using the included wrench and tilt the table (G7945) or the column support arm (G7946) to the desired angle. -28- G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press...
Loosen the clamp bolt on the right side of the headstock. Pull out the guide pin located on the left side of the headstock and rotate the pin 90° as shown in Figure 27. Figure 27. Lock pin location. G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press -29-...
SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES G2500—20-PC Regular Sanding Drum Set Use on your drill press, lathe, or hand drill. This kit consists of 5 drums in popular 1"x 1", 1 ⁄ " x 1 ⁄ ", and 2" x 1 ⁄ " sizes. Comes with 50, 80 and 120 grit sizes for each drum.
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Includes a heavy-gauge steel index case for stor- ing. G8865: ⁄ ⁄ ". See the Grizzly Catalog for more options. T20452 H0736 Figure 34. Model G8865 13-PC Alloy Drill Bits. G3639—Power Twist Smooth running with less vibration and noise than solid belts.
Any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this machine. Cleaning Cleaning the Model G7945/G7946 is relatively easy. Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. If any resin has built up, use a resin dissolving cleaner to remove it.
(570) 546-9663. Motor & Electrical Symptom Machine does not start or a breaker trips. 1. Plug or receptacle is at fault or wired Machine stalls or is underpowered. G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press About Service Troubleshooting Possible Cause incorrectly. 2. Start capacitor is faulty.
3. Loosen the jam nut, and slightly turn out the screw where the quill binds. Retighten the jam nut and recheck for binding and looseness at all spindle locations. 1. Adjust table angle (see Page 28). G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press...
Hold the cover nut and tighten the jam nut against the cover nut. To Motor Capacitor Figure 40. Motor wiring. ⁄ turn, or just enough Motor G7945/G7946 Radial Drill Press...
The machine owner MUST maintain the original label location and readability. If a label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE the label before using the machine. For new labels, contact Grizzly Industrial Inc. at (570) 546-9663 or -44-...
WARRANTY AND RETURNS Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance.