Rotating/Changing Carbide Cutters - Grizzly G0603X Owner's Manual

Rotating/Changing
Carbide Cutters
Torque Specifications for Torx® Screws
Inch/Pounds .......................... Between 48 and 50
Tools Needed:
Cheater Bar with T-20 Torx Bit ......................... 1
T20 Torx Screwdriver ........................................ 1
The cutterhead is equipped with 170 indexable
carbide 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
(Figure 26).
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.
Figure 26. Cutter rotating sequence.
G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer
Qty
Reference Dot
To rotate or change a carbide cutter:
1. DISCONNECT THE
POWER!
2. Raise the headstock cover to gain access to
the cutterhead.
3. Remove any sawdust from the head of the
carbide cutter Torx screw.
4. Remove the Torx screw and carbide cutter.
5. 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 noticeable marks on your
workpieces the next time you plane.
6. Lubricate the Torx screw threads with a
light machine oil, wipe the excess oil off the
threads, and torque the Torx screw to 48-50
inch/pounds.
Note: Excess oil may squeeze between the
cutter and cutterhead, thereby lifting the cutter
slightly and affecting workpiece finishes.
PLANER FROM
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