Grizzly G2891 Instruction Manual

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WOOD LATHE COPY ATTACHMENT
MODEL G2891
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © 1993 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
REVISED APRIL, 1999. PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 WOOD LATHE COPY ATTACHMENT MODEL G2891 INSTRUCTION MANUAL COPYRIGHT © 1993 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. REVISED APRIL, 1999. PRINTED IN U.S.A.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CUTTING TOOL ...13 COPY STYLUS...13 OPERATIONS OVERVIEW...14 IMPORTANT POINTS ...14 BASIC OPERATION ...15-16 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION ...17 CUTTING TOOL ...17 CLOSURE ...18 MACHINE DATA ...19 PARTS DIAGRAM ...20 PARTS LIST ...21 WARRANTY AND RETURNS...22 G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Table Of Contents PAGE...
  • Page 4: Safety

    G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment VISITORS...
  • Page 5 12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool. G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment 13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper foot- ing and balance at all times. 14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
  • Page 6: Additional Safety Instructions For Lathes

    6. Make sure cable path is unobstructed at all times. Like all power tools, there is danger associ- ated with the Model G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention to the tool or your work. Use this tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Commentary Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model G2891 Wood Lathe Copy Attachment. The G2891 is part of Grizzly’s growing family of fine woodworking and metalworking machinery. When used according to the guidelines stated in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation.
  • Page 8: Unpacking

    A full parts list and breakdown can be found toward the end of this manual. For easier assembly, or to identify missing parts, please refer to the detailed illustra- tions at the end of the manual. G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment...
  • Page 9: Site Considerations

    Site Considerations FLOOR LOAD Your G2891, when mounted to your wood lathe, represents a large weight load in a small foot- print. Be sure that the floor in your work area is adequately reinforced to support the weight of the lathe and copy attachment.
  • Page 10: Assembly

    13. Template Support (2) 14. Spindle Support Adjuster The illustration below indicates the features and controls included with the Model G2891. Assembly, adjustments, operation and mainte- nance procedures will all be more successful after you develop an understanding of the copy attachment’s construction and functions.
  • Page 11: Mounting

    40''. Two mounting brackets attach the bed of the Model G2891 securely to the bed of the lathe. The mounting process is as follows: 1. Mount the two bed brackets perpendicular...
  • Page 12: Rough Alignment

    1. To roughly align the Copy Attachment with the lathe headstock/tailstock axis two gauge boards will be needed.
  • Page 13: Final Alignment

    G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Figure 7. Using precision spacer. very carefully adjust the bed until the cutter is equal distant from the turning square at both ends of its longitudinal movement.
  • Page 14: Adjustments

    3. When adjustments are complete, tighten the lock nuts while maintaining the setscrew position with the Allen See Figure 9. Re-test after tightening. Figure 9. Adjusting the gib tightness. G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment ® ® wrench.
  • Page 15: Cutting Tool

    See Figure 10. 3. Tighten the setscrew. Figure 10. Cutting tool and setscrew. G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Copy Stylus To ensure the greatest level of precision while copying from a template or a master profile, it is essential that the Copy Stylus is properly posi- tioned at the underside of the travelling carriage.
  • Page 16: Operations Overview

    Copy Attachment. You will need to make the cuts with a lathe chisel on your tool rest, prior to installing the Copy Attachment. G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment recommended...
  • Page 17: Basic Operation

    Cutting Tool Copy Attachment Follower Stylus Centerline Figure 13. Stylus/Cutting Tool alignment. G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Master Spindle or Template Stylus 4. If you are using a template, spread the tem- plate-mounting brackets apart to accom- modate the template. Note that you will have to drill holes in your template to mount it to the template mounting brackets.
  • Page 18 17. When all spindles are complete, remove the Copy Attachment and replace it with the lathe’s tool post. 18. Use appropriate lathe chisels to sharpen details and smooth the turned surfaces of each copy. Sand smooth. Assembly G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Cutting Tool After extended use, particularly with hardwoods or woods with large amounts of oil or resins, the cutter may become dull.
  • Page 20: Closure

    Washington location using the address in Section 2 Introduction. The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G2891 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, due to Grizzly’s policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.
  • Page 21: Machine Data

    Customer Service #: (570) 326-3806 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901 WOOD LATHE COPY ATTACHMENT Design Type: Drive ...Manual, Cable-Operated Wood Lathe Compatibility...14" Swing Over Bed with Cast or Channel Bedways Copy Pattern ...Existing Spindle or Plywood Pattern Overall Dimensions: Length...52 Width...16...
  • Page 22: Parts Diagram

    -20- G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment...
  • Page 23: Parts List

    P2891032 Spindle Plate PLW04M Lockwasher 8mm PS15M Phillips P2891035 Copying Block PSB43M Cap Screw M6-1.0 x 38 G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment Ref. # Part # ® M6-1.0 x 12 ® M5-0.8 x 15 Description PSS03M Setscrew M6-1.0 x 8 P2891038...
  • Page 24: 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 25: Warranty Card

    Do you think your purchase represents good value? ___Yes Would you recommend Grizzly Imports to a friend? ___Yes Would you allow us to use your name as a reference for Grizzly customers in your area? Note: We never use names more than three times. ___Yes Comments:_________________________________________________...
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