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***IMPORTANT UPDATE*** For Machines Mfd. Since 02/15 and Owner's Manual Printed 08/15 For questions or help with this product contact Tech Support at (570) 546-9663 or techsupport@grizzly.com We recently discovered the following mistake in the owner's manual: • Incorrect spindle bearing sizes shown.
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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation, electrocution, or death.
ID label (see below). This information is required for us to provide proper tech support, and it helps us determine if updated documenta- tion is available for your machine. Manufacture Date Serial Number Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
ON/OFF Toggle Switch Motor Belt Guard Tool Post Mounting Hole External Wheel Guard Spindle & Quill Spindle Elevation External Bolt Grinding Wheel To reduce your risk of serious injury, read this entire manual BEFORE using machine. Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
Lathe Swing Compatibility ..........................12 – 22 in. Height Range of Grinder Spindle Center Line from Compound Slide ............1 ⁄ – 2 ⁄ Mounting Hole, Slotted (Depth x Length) ......................25 x 37mm Model T27400 Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15) Page 1 of 2...
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Toolbox with service tools 6" x ⁄ " Aluminum-oxide 60-grit external grinding wheel ⁄ " x ⁄ " Aluminum-oxide 60-grit internal grinding wheel Interchangeable spindles for external or internal grinding Model T27400 Page 2 of 2 Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
Everyday ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses. alcohol, when tired, or when distracted. Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
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EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time debris. Make sure they are properly installed, you experience difficulties performing the intend- undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our operating machine. Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
To avoid these hazards, DO ing operation. NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, or jewelry, and tie back long hair. Keep all guards in place and secure. Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
To reduce the risk of these hazards, avoid over- loading the machine during operation and make sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that meets the specified circuit requirements. Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
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Minimum Gauge Size ......16 AWG all local codes and ordinances. Maximum Length (Shorter is Better)..50 ft. -10- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
Lock entrances to the shop or disable start switch or power connection to prevent SUFFOCATION HAZARD! unsupervised use. Keep children and pets away from plastic bags or packing materials shipped with this machine. Discard immediately. -11- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
If you have a plastic paint scraper, scrape off as much as you can first, then wipe Figure 2. Model T27400 inventory. off the rest with the rag. Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean, then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality metal protectant to prevent rust.
1". If the diameter of your tool post does not allow you to secure the grinder to The Model T27400 is designed to fit on metal the compound slide without side-to-side move- lathes with a 12"–22" swing and a 1" diameter ment, make a bushing for the tool post that will tool post.
Always make sure grinder The T27400 mounts directly to the tool post on is firmly secured to tool post so there is no the compound slide of the lathe. On small lathes, side-to-side or up-and-down movement.
Elevation The motor should run smoothly and without unusual problems or noises. Bolt Hex Bolt Figure 6. Adjusting spindle centerline height. When you are satisfied with adjustment, re- tighten hex bolt to secure setting. -15- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
Read books/magazines or get formal training before beginning any proj- ects. Regardless of the content in this sec- tion, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training. Keep hair, clothing, and jewelry away from mov- ing parts at all times.
Do not store wheels in damp or wet locations. Figure 7. Correct lathe rotations. • Do not overtighten the nut when mounting the wheel. • Do not leave the wheel mounted when machine is not in use. -17- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
If you see any of these, DO NOT use the wheel. The Model T27400 accepts Type 1 grinding Second, do a Ring Test. This test will give you an wheels with a ⁄...
Secure the dresser into the tool holder by A diamond dressing tool or "dresser" has been tightening the set screw on tool holder. included with the T27400 for this purpose. Ensure tip of dresser is at or below the grind- Tools Needed ing wheel centerline (see Figure 10).
The Model T27400 uses a flat belt for the internal grinding wheel and a V-belt for the external grind- ing wheel. Proper belt alignment is essential for...
Installing External Wheel on Page 24). Note: Store the external wheel spindle in a dry, protected area (away from extreme tem- peratures) for later use. Loosen and remove belt by turning belt- tensioning cap screw counterclockwise. -21- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
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Refer to Tensioning/Changing Belts on Page 20 for belt alignment and tensioning. Remove (2) cap screws securing spindle (see Figure 12 on Page 20), allowing assem- bly to slide free of tool grinder housing. -22- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
External Motor Pulley (if installed), install the external wheel spindle, and change the spindle belt. Note: The T27400 is shipped with a factory- installed external grinding wheel. Steps required for installing the external wheel are similar to the steps for installing the internal wheel. Use the...
To install/remove external grinding wheel: guard. DISCONNECT LATHE AND GRINDER FROM POWER! Remove belt guard to access spindle. Remove cap screws securing external wheel guard cover to expose wheel spindle nut (see Figure 12). -24- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
H3789—G96 Gun Treatment 4.5 Ounce Spray ® G7408 Figure 19. Replacement external grinding wheels for the Model T27400 Tool Post Grinder. Figure 21. Recommended products for protect- ing unpainted cast iron/steel parts on machinery. -25- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
When maintenance, or service. you are finished with the grinding operation and have removed the Model T27400 from your lathe, clean and relubricate the exposed surfaces. Schedule NOTICE For optimum performance from your machine,...
7. Motor mount loose/broken. 7. Tighten/replace. 8. Motor bearings at fault. 8. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft requires bearing replacement. 9. Motor shaft bent. 9. Test with dial indicator and replace motor. -27- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
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1. Properly re-clamp workpiece. ground unevenly. 2. Wheel surface worn or uneven. 2. Dress wheel surface. Replace wheel if necessary. 3. Wheel is damaged. 3. Replace wheel; check new wheel before using (Page 18). -28- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. The photos and diagrams included in this section are best viewed in color. You can view these pages in color at www.grizzly.com. -29- Model T27400 (Mfd. Since 02/15)
MUST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before using the machine again. Contact Grizzly at (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com to order new labels. -34-...
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