Section 4: Operations; Operation Safety; Basic Controls - Grizzly G8146Z Owner's Manual

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

Operation Safety

Damage to your eyes and lungs could result
from using this machine without proper pro-
tective gear. Always wear safety glasses and
a respirator when operating this machine.
Loose hair and cloth-
ing could get caught in
machinery and cause seri-
ous personal injury. Keep
loose clothing and long
hair away from moving
machinery.
NOTICE
If you have never used this type of machine
or equipment before, WE STRONGLY REC-
OMMEND that you read books, trade maga-
zines, or get formal training before begin-
ning any projects. Regardless of the con-
tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will
not be held liable for accidents caused by
lack of training.
G8144Z/G8145Z/G8146Z
Vertical Metal Cutting Bandsaw

Basic Controls

Use the descriptions and figures below to become
familiar with the basic controls of your bandsaw.
Model G8144Z/G8145Z
Digital Speed Display: Shows the blade speed
in feet per minute (FPM).
Variable Speed Control: Adjusts the blade
speed between 104–1300 FPM (Model G8144Z)
or 108–1800 FPM (Model G8145Z).
Digital Display
Variable Speed
Control
Blade
Welding
Station
Start/Stop
Switch
Figure 12. Model G8144Z/G8145Z electrical
controls.
Blade Welding Station: Welds two blade ends to
make a continuous loop when repairing a broken
blade, fabricating a new blade, or making internal
contour cuts.
Bandsaw Start/Stop Switch: Turns power ON/
OFF to the bandsaw motor.
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