Grizzly G0555X EXTREME SERIES Owner's Manual
Grizzly G0555X EXTREME SERIES Owner's Manual

Grizzly G0555X EXTREME SERIES Owner's Manual

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MODEL G0555X
14" EXTREME SERIES BANDSAW
OWNER'S MANuAL
(For models manufactured since 4/12)
Copyright © oCtober, 2006 by grizzly industrial, inC., reVised noVeMber, 2011 (ts)
WARNING: NO pORTION Of ThIS MANuAL MAy BE REpRODucED IN ANy ShApE
OR fORM WIThOuT ThE WRITTEN AppROvAL Of GRIzzLy INDuSTRIAL, INc.
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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANuAL (For models manufactured since 4/12) Copyright © oCtober, 2006 by grizzly industrial, inC., reVised noVeMber, 2011 (ts) WARNING: NO pORTION Of ThIS MANuAL MAy BE REpRODucED IN ANy ShApE OR fORM WIThOuT ThE WRITTEN AppROvAL Of GRIzzLy INDuSTRIAL, INc.
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents INTRODucTION ..........2 SEcTION 5: AccESSORIES ......35 Manual accuracy ........... 2 SEcTION 6: MAINTENANcE ......36 Contact info............ 2 schedule ............36 Machine data sheet ........3 Cleaning ............36 identification ........... 5 lubricating ........... 36 SEcTION 1: SAfETy ........
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Your Machine For your convenience, we post all available man- uals and manual updates for free on our website at www.grizzly.com. Any updates to your model of machine will be reflected in these documents as soon as they are complete.
  • Page 5: Machine Data Sheet

    Machine Data Sheet MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0555X 14" EXTREME SERIES BANDSAW Product Dimensions: Weight................................236 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height..............30 x 26 x 67-1/4 in. Footprint (Length x Width)........................
  • Page 6 Cutting Capacities Maximum Cutting Height..........................6 in. Max Capacity Left of Blade........................13-1/2 in. Blade Information Standard Blade Length........................93-1/2 in. Blade Length Range......................92-1/2 - 93-1/2 in. Blade Width Range........................... 1/8 - 3/4 in. Upper Blade Guides....................Anti-Collision Ball Bearing Lower Blade Guides....................
  • Page 7: Identification

    Identification A. switch B. blade tension Knob c. Work light D. blade tracking Knob E. Quick release blade tension lever Fence G. guide post lock Knob h. upper blade guide assembly table tilt lock Knob Miter gauge K. Fence lock handle lower blade guide assembly M.
  • Page 8: Section 1: Safety

    SEcTION 1: SAfETy For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual Before Operating this Machine The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of impor- tance of the safety messages.
  • Page 9 ­ ­ DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY.­Always­dis- GUARDS & COVERS.­ Guards­ and­ covers­ can­ connect­ machine­ from­ power­ supply­ before­ ser- protect­ you­ from­ accidental­ contact­ with­ moving­ vicing,­ adjusting,­ or­ changing­ cutting­ tools­ (bits,­ parts­ or­ flying­ debris.­ Make­ sure­ they­ are­ prop- blades,­...
  • Page 10: Additional Safety For Bandsaws

    Additional Safety for Bandsaws BLADE cONDITION. do not operate with a dull, BLADE SpEED. allow blade to reach full speed cracked, or badly worn blade. dull blades require before cutting. more effort to use and are difficult to control. LEAvING WORK AREA. never leave a machine inspect blades for cracks and missing teeth before each use.
  • Page 11: Section 2: Power Supply

    SEcTION 2: pOWER SuppLy Availability circuit Information Before installing the machine, consider the avail- A power supply circuit includes all electrical ability and proximity of the required power supply equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet the in the building and the machine.
  • Page 12: Grounding Requirements

    Grounding Requirements For 220V operation: The plug specified under “Circuit Requirements for 220V” on the previous This machine MUST be grounded. In the event page has a grounding prong that must be attached of certain malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding to the equipment-grounding wire on the included reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a power cord.
  • Page 13: Extension Cords

    Extension cords voltage conversion We do not recommend using an extension cord the voltage conversion Must be performed by with this machine. If you must use an extension an electrician or qualified service personnel. cord, only use it if absolutely necessary and only on a temporary basis.
  • Page 14: Section 3: Set Up

    SEcTION 3: SET up Set up Safety Needed for Setup the following are needed to complete the setup process, but are not included with your machine: This machine presents Description serious injury hazards • straightedge ..........1 to untrained users. Read •...
  • Page 15: Inventory

    Inventory • Moving plate (resaw) ........ 1 • lock handle M8-1.25 x 44 (resaw) ... 1 • Flat Washer 8mm (resaw) ......1 • hex Wrenches 3, 4, 5mm ....1 each The following is a description of the main compo- nents shipped with your machine.
  • Page 16: Cleanup

    cleanup Site considerations Workbench Load The unpainted surfaces of your machine are coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight prevents corrosion during shipment and storage. and footprint specifications of your machine. This rust preventative works extremely well, but it some workbenches may require additional rein- will take a little time to clean.
  • Page 17: Assembly

    Assembly To assemble the bandsaw: install the rubber feet into the bottom of the cabinet stand, as shown in figure 5, with the ⁄ -16 hex nuts and 10mm flat washers. figure 6. bandsaw mounted to stand. Foot Fasten the trunnion base to the bandsaw, as shown in figure 7, with the two M8-1.25 x 30 Hex Nut hex bolts and two 8mm lock washers.
  • Page 18 attach the lever board to the bandsaw body with the four spacers and four M8-1.25 x 60 cap screws, as shown in figure 9. figure 11. extension table installed. 12. remove the table insert from the center of the table and remove the table pin from the figure 9.
  • Page 19 17. Fasten the front fence rail to the front of the 22. push the fence handle down to lock the fence bandsaw table with the two M6-1 x 20 hex in position. bolts, two 6mm lock washers, and two 6mm flat washers, as shown in figure 13.
  • Page 20: Dust Collection

    Dust collection Blade Tracking "blade tracking" is how the blade rides on the wheels. When tracking correctly, the blade rides in the center of both wheels. Only operate the Model G0555X with an adequate dust collection system. This saw blade tracking is primarily controlled by adjust- creates substantial amounts of fine wood ing the upper wheel tilt.
  • Page 21: Test Run

    Test Run blade Centered on peak of Crown once the assembly is complete and you have performed the Blade Tracking steps on page 18, you need to test run the machine to continue with blade the remainder of the adjustments. Centered on Wheel Wheel...
  • Page 22: Tensioning Blade

    Tensioning Blade Adjusting Support Bearings a properly tensioned blade is essential for mak- ing accurate cuts and is a prerequisite for making the support bearings are positioned behind the many bandsaw adjustments. blade and support the back of the blade dur- ing cutting operations.
  • Page 23 look at the face of the support bearing and to quickly gauge this setting, fold a dollar rotate the blade guide assembly side-to-side, bill in half twice (when folded tightly, four until the blade is perpendicular with the face thicknesses of a dollar bill is approximately of the support bearing as illustrated in figure 0.016").
  • Page 24: Adjusting Blade Guides

    Adjusting Blade Blade Guides Guide Bearing the blade guides provide side-to-side support Blade to help keep the blade straight while cutting. Gullets the blade guides are designed to be adjusted in two ways—forward/backward and side-to-side. properly adjusted blade guides are essential to making accurate cuts.
  • Page 25: Adjusting Positive Stop

    NOTICE The blade guides should only have light pressure against the blade. tighten the cap screws to lock the blade guides in position. When the blade guide bearings are properly positioned, they rotate when the bandsaw wheel is turned and they can be rotated with your fingers when the blade is still.
  • Page 26: Leveling Extension Table

    Leveling Extension adjust the two front setscrews in the lever board until the extension table is even with Table the main table. place a straightedge across the rear of the main table and extension table. the extension table must be level with the main table.
  • Page 27: Aligning Table

    Aligning Table Aligning fence to ensure cutting accuracy when the table is first to ensure cutting accuracy, the fence must be installed, the table should be aligned so the miter parallel with the miter slot. slot is parallel to the bandsaw blade. This proce- dure works best with a ⁄...
  • Page 28: Section 4: Operations

    Regardless of the con- • use light and even pressure while cutting. tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will light contact with the blade eases line follow- not be held liable for accidents caused by ing and prevents undue friction.
  • Page 29: Disabling & Locking Switch

    Disabling & Locking Motor Switch Switch the motor switch shown in figure 29 is clearly marked for starting/stopping the machine. The ON/OFF switch can be disabled and locked by inserting a padlock through the ON button, as shown. Locking the switch in this manner can prevent unauthorized operation of the machine, which is especially important if the machine is not stored inside an access-restricted building.
  • Page 30: Guide Post

    Guide post Ripping the guide post (shown in figure 30) connects "ripping" means cutting with the grain of the the upper blade guide assembly to the bandsaw. wood stock. For plywood and other processed the guidepost allows the blade guide assembly to wood, ripping simply means cutting down the move up or down to be as close to the workpiece length of the workpiece.
  • Page 31: Crosscutting

    crosscutting Resawing "Crosscutting" means cutting across the grain of "resawing" (figure 33) means cutting the thick- wood. For plywood and other processed wood, ness of a board into two or more thinner boards. crosscutting simply means cutting across the the maximum board width that can be resawn width of the workpiece.
  • Page 32: Cutting Curves

    Stacked cuts When resawing thin pieces, a wandering blade (blade lead) can tear through the side one of the benefits of a bandsaw is its ability to of the workpiece, exposing your hands to cut multiple copies of a particular shape by stack- the blade teeth.
  • Page 33: Blade Information

    Blade Information Straight Cutting: use the largest width • blade that you own. narrow blades can cut tight curves (a small radius) but are not very good at cutting straight lines because they selecting the right blade requires a knowledge of naturally wander (blade lead).
  • Page 34: Tooth Pitch

    • leaving blade tensioned when not in use. treatment and always use the appropriate feed rate for your operation. Grizzly Bandsaw Blades be sure to select blades with the proper width, Model length Width gauge style, and pitch for each application.
  • Page 35: Blade Changes

    Blade changes open the upper and lower wheel covers and slide the blade off both wheels. rotate the blade 90˚ and slide it through the slot in the table. To replace the blade: Always disconnect power to the machine when slide the blade through the table slot, ensur- changing blades.
  • Page 36: Scale Calibration

    Scale calibration remove the setscrew in the spacer indicated in figure 37, and rotate the spacer up 5-6 turns. you may need to recalibrate the fence scale after changing or adjusting the blade, or if the scale is not producing accurate cuts. recalibrate the fence scale by adjusting the hairline indicator on the fence and testing your adjustment by cutting a piece of scrap wood.
  • Page 37: Section 5: Accessories

    To minimize this risk, only install accessories recommended for this machine by Grizzly. NOTICE Refer to the newest copy of the Grizzly catalog for other accessories available for this machine. 6" Extension Block Kit - h3051 figure 40.
  • Page 38: Section 6: Maintenance

    SEcTION 6: MAINTENANcE Lubricating Always disconnect power to the machine before protect the unpainted cast iron surfaces on the performing maintenance. table by wiping the table clean after every use— failure to do this may this ensures moisture from wood dust does not result in serious person- remain on bare metal surfaces.
  • Page 39: Section 7: Service

    SEcTION 7: SERvIcE Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine. If you need replacement parts or additional help with a procedure, call our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. Note: Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling. Troubleshooting Motor &...
  • Page 40: Cutting Operations

    cutting Operations symptom possible Cause possible solution Machine slows 1. Feeding workpiece too fast. 1. reduce feed rate. see Basic cutting Tips on page when operating. 2. replace blade (page 33). 2. blade is dull. ticking sound 1. blade weld contacting guide/support bearings 1.
  • Page 41: Checking Belt

    checking Belt Tensioning Belt to ensure optimum power transfer from the motor To tension the belt: to the blade, the belt must be in good condition and operate under proper tension. the belt should disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer! be replaced if has for cracks, fraying, or excessive wear.
  • Page 42: Replacing Belt

    Replacing Belt Move the body of the motor so the motor adjustment bolt slides to the right-hand side of the adjustment slot. To replace the belt: pull the belt off of the motor pulley. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer! unthread the wheel mount bolt shown in figure 44, and slide the lower wheel off of open both wheel covers.
  • Page 43: Shimming Table

    Shimming Table Blade Lead to ensure accuracy when cutting stacked "blade lead" means that the blade does not cut workpieces, the table should be 90˚ to the back of straight when using the fence or miter gauge (see the blade as shown in figure 45. if the table is not figure 46).
  • Page 44: Wheel Alignment

    Wheel Alignment Clamp the board to the bandsaw table with- out moving it. now slide the fence over to the board so it barely touches one end of the board. Wheel alignment is one of the easiest ways to ensure you get optimal performance from your loosen the four cap screws on top of the bandsaw.
  • Page 45: Shimming A Wheel

    — if the straightedge will not touch the top replace the wheel, any remaining washers, and bottom rim of the upper wheel evenly, and the securing nut. tighten the blade as determine which wheel sticks out farther. it will be used during operation before you the wheel that does not stick out the check the wheels.
  • Page 46: Blade Tensioner

    Blade Tensioner loosen the setscrews in both of the spacers indicated in figure 51. back the spacers away from the tension lever over the life of the machine, the blade tensioner crossbar shown in figure 50. system may need to be reset for correct opera- tion.
  • Page 47: Section 8: Wiring

    Technical source. 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. -45- g0555X (Mfg. since 1/12)
  • Page 48: Wiring Diagram (Prewired)

    (Switches Viewed from Behind) 110v Wiring Diagram (prewired) Lamp Switch Work Lamp (40 Watt Maximum) 5-15 Plug ON/OFF Switch 120 VAC (viewed from behind) Work Lamp (40 Watt Maximum) 5-15 Plug 110-120 VAC Ground Neutral Ground Motor at 110V-120V (prewired) Neutral 5-15 Plug 110 VAC...
  • Page 49: Wiring Diagram

    (Switch Viewed from 220v Wiring Diagram NOTICE To maintain CSA compliance when the machine is converted to 220V, the work lamp must be Work Lamp disconnected from power and (40 Watt Maximum) removed from the machine as instructed on Page 11. 5-15 Plug ON/OFF Switch Ground...
  • Page 50: Section 9: Parts

    SECTION 9: PARTS Main -48- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
  • Page 51: Main Parts List

    HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 20 LH PK23M KEY 5 X 5 X 25 P0555X048 LOWER WHEEL GUARD PWF08M FENDER WASHER 8MM P0555X049 GRIZZLY ROUND KNOB M8-1.25 PCAP11M CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 16 PTLW03M INT TOOTH WASHER 8MM 11V2 P0555X011V2 MOTOR 1.5HP 1PH 110/220V V2.05.11 P0555X051 LATCH STUD M8-1.25 X 14...
  • Page 52 Main parts List (continued) REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION PW01M FLAT WASHER 8MM P0555X144 SPACER 8 X 20MM P0555X135 BUSHING P0555X150 LOWER LOCK COLLAR PBHS01M BUTTON HD CAP SCR M8-1.25 X 20 PSS07M SET SCREW M5-.8 X 5 P0555X137 SPACER PTLW02M...
  • Page 53: Table, Fence & Guides

    Table, fence & Guides 36V2 -51- g0555X (Mfg. since 1/12)
  • Page 54 Table, fence & Guides parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 36V2 P0555X036V2 LAMP ASSY W/POWER CORD V2.04.12 PW03M FLAT WASHER 6MM PFS01M FLANGE SCREW M5-.8 X 8 PLW03M LOCK WASHER 6MM P0555079 UPPER BLADE GUIDE BRACKET PCAP06M CAP SCREW M6-1 X 25 PTS001M...
  • Page 55: Stand

    TAP SCREW M3.5 X 8 P0555X311 DOOR H7942 EXTREME SERIES LOGO P0555X312 DOOR LATCH ASSEMBLY PN01M HEX NUT M6-1 P0555X313 GRIZZLY LOGO PLATE PLW03M LOCK WASHER 6MM PW04M FLAT WASHER 10MM PW03M FLAT WASHER 6MM PN08 HEX NUT 3/8-16 P0555X307...
  • Page 56: Labels

    Safety labels help reduce the risk of serious injury caused by machine hazards. If any label comes off or becomes unreadable, the owner of this machine MUST replace it in the original location before resuming operations. For replacements, contact (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com. -54-...
  • Page 57: Warranty Card

    Would you recommend Grizzly Industrial to a friend? _____ Yes _____No Would you allow us to use your name as a reference for Grizzly customers in your area? Note: We never use names more than 3 times. _____ Yes _____No 10.
  • Page 58 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE Place Stamp Here GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. P.O. BOX 2069 BELLINGHAM, WA 98227-2069 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE Send a Grizzly Catalog to a friend: Name_______________________________ Street_______________________________ City______________State______Zip______ TAPE ALONG EDGES--PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE...
  • Page 59: Warranty And Returns

    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.
  • Page 60 Buy Direct and Save with Grizzly – Trusted, Proven and a Great Value! ® ~Since 1983~ Visit Our Website Today For Current Specials! ORDER 24 HOURS A DAY! 1-800-523-4777...

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