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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance and service of this machine/equipment. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions given in this manual may result in serious personal injury, including amputation, electrocution or death. The owner of this machine/equipment is solely responsible for its safe use.
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. g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
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. Length/Width/Height........................30 x 26 x 67-1/4 in.
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 1/3/2010 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G0555X PAGE 2 OF 2 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
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. motor N. blade tension scale O. table pin p. 4" dust port Q. blade guard g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF RESPIRATOR WHEN OPERATING DRUGS OR ALCOHOL. Be mentally alert MACHINERY THAT PRODUCES DUST. at all times when running machinery. Most types of dust (wood, metal, etc.) can cause severe respiratory illnesses. g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
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15. MAKE SURE GUARDS ARE IN PLACE AND WORK CORRECTLY BEFORE using the machine! Contact our Technical USING MACHINERY. Support Department at (570) 546-9663. g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, seri- sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor work results. ous personal injury may occur. g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
SEcTION 2: cIRcuIT REQuIREMENTS 110/220v Operation power connection Device the model g0555X comes prewired with a nema 5-15 plug for connection to power. if you rewire the motor to 220V, we recommend using the plug and receptacle shown in figure 1 for 220V.
The Model G0555X is a the model g0555X was carefully packed when it heavy machine. DO NOT left our warehouse. if you discover the machine over-exert yourself while is damaged after you have signed for delivery,...
Wrenches 3, 4, 5mm ....1 each if any nonproprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them, or for the sake of expediency, replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store. -11- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
WD•40 can be used to remove rust pre- ventative. Before using these products, though, test them on an inconspicuous area of your paint to make sure they will not damage it. -13- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
Only install in an Shadows, glare, or strobe effects that may distract access restricted location. or impede the operator must be eliminated. 26" 30" figure 4. minimum working clearances. -14- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
35 hex bolts, eight 8mm flat washers, four 8mm lock washers, and four m8-1.25 hex nuts (figure 6). figure 6. bandsaw mounted to stand. -15- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
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12. table installation on trunnion base. 15. place the table insert in the center of the table, so it sits flush with the table top sur- face. 16. insert the pin into the end of the table slot. -16- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
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Only use “safety coated" and shatter resis- tant bulbs rated for the voltage of your machine. figure 14. installing fence onto rails. -17- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
(2) hose type and length between the dust collector and the machine, (3) number the wheels on the model g0555X are factory of branches or wyes, and (4) amount of other aligned, so center tracking is the only adjustment open lines throughout the system.
— strange or unusual noises must be inves- tigated and corrected before operating the machine further. always disconnect the machine from power before investigating or correcting potential problems. -19- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
To reduce blade stretching, remove the ten- sion from the blade when not in use. NOTICE After blade tension and tracking are set cor- rectly, properly adjust the upper/lower sup- port bearings and guide-block assemblies into position before cutting operations. -20- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
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Whenever changing a blade or adjusting ten- sion and tracking, the upper and lower blade support bearings and guide-blocks must be 0.016'' re-adjusted before cutting operations. figure 20. blade should be aligned approxi- mately 0.016" away from the bearing edge. -21- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
6" machinist’s square or try-square on the table next to the side of the blade as illustrated in figure 25. adjust the positive stop bolt to raise or lower the table until the table is 90˚ to the blade. -23- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
11. tighten the hex nuts, loosened in Step 2, main table and extension table as shown in against the lever board so the set screws figure 26. cannot vibrate out of adjustment. figure 26. leveling extension table with straightedge. -24- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
Refer to the Aligning Table instructions. adjust the table as needed until the distance between the blade and miter slot is equal at both ends, as measured in Step 5. tighten the trunnion bolts. -25- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
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.
NEvER place fingers or hands in the line of cut. If you slip, your hands or fingers may go into the blade. ALWAyS use a push stick when ripping narrow pieces. failure to fol- low these warnings may result in serious personal injury! -28- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
When resawing thin pieces, a wandering blade (blade lead) can tear through the side of the workpiece, exposing your hands to the blade teeth. Always use push blocks when resawing and keep your hands clear of the blade. -29- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
Cut the stack of pieces as though you were cutting a single piece. follow your layout line with the blade kerf on the waste side of your line as shown in figure 32. figure 32. typical stacked cut. -30- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
When selecting blades, another option to con- the distance between wheels. the model g0555X sider is the shape, gullet size, teeth set and teeth is designed for blades that are 93 ⁄...
Note: The tensioner must be adjusted if you are using a different length of blade. disConneCt bandsaW from poWer! release the tension lever. remove the table insert and the table pin. adjust the upper and lower guide blocks away from the blade. -33- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
Close the wheel covers. 10. replace the table insert and table pin, being sure not to use excessive force when insert- ing the table pin. figure 36. scale recalibration screws. -34- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
600 lb. capacity. service and troubleshooting procedures, as well as information on bandsaw history/design and blade metallurgy. 320 pages. figure 38. g8683z SHOP FOX mobile base. figure 40. bandsaw handbook. ® -35- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
6. replace blade. 7. Cast iron motor mount loose/broken. 7. tighten/replace. 8. Centrifugal switch. 8. replace centrifugal switch. 9. test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft 9. motor or spindle bearings are at fault. requires bearing replacement. -37- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
(page 42). other. consistently, 2. rubber tires on wheels are worn out. 2. redress the rubber tires on the wheels (page 36); correctly, or at replace the rubber tires on the wheels. all. -38- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
13. Check the belt tension and adjust if neces- sary (see Tensioning Belt on page 39). 14. When the belt tension is correct, tighten the figure 43. Wheel mount bolt. motor hinge bolt and close the lower wheel cover. -40- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
— if your wheels are not coplanar, place the straightedge on the lower wheel first— ensuring that it touches both the top and bottom rim—and adjust the tracking knob to see how the upper wheel lines up with the straightedge. -42- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
13. make sure there is no tension on the blade when the lever is released. if all the tension is not released, the lower spacer needs to be threaded farther down the shaft toward the sliding bracket. -44- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
P0555X307 FACE PLATE PS17M PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 6 PW05M FLAT WASHER 4MM P0555X311 DOOR P0555X312 DOOR LATCH (ASM) P0555X313 GRIZZLY LOGO PLATE PW04M FLAT WASHER 10MM PN08 HEX NUT 3/8-16 P0555X316 STAND FOOT -52- g0555X (mfg. since 10/06)
UNPLUG BANDSAW LABEL P0555X409 "PUTTY" COLOR PAINT P0555X405 G0555X MODEL NUMBER LABEL P0555X410 BULB DESTRUCTION LABEL Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to prevent injury. The owner of this machine 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.
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