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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.
ID label (see below). This information is required for us to provide proper tech support, and it helps us determine if updated documenta- tion is available for your machine. Manufacture Date Serial Number Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has stopped. Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides, and thrust bearings. d) Adjust upper guide to just clear workpiece. Hold workpiece firmly against table. Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
OFF when pressed. Motor will not start Can be adjusted from 0°–60° left or right, and until switch is reset. Twist clockwise to reset. has stops at 45°L, 90°, and 45°R. G. Fence Lock Handle: Secures fence position. Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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Hinge-Open Blade Cover: Opens for blade wear on blade and saw components when changes and upper blade guide adjustments not in use. Move UP to quickly release blade (refer to Pages 31–32). tension. Move DOWN to re-tension blade. Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Y. Foot Brake: Stops blade wheels and turns motor OFF. Important: After the foot brake is pressed, the machine can be restarted by pressing the ON button. The Emergency Stop button does not have to be reset. Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Machine Data Sheet MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0817 SUPER HEAVY‐DUTY 14" RESAW BANDSAW WITH FOOT BRAKE Product Dimensions: Weight................................319 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height..............29 x 32-1/2 x 76 in.
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 12/12/2016 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G0817 PAGE 2 OF 2 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Everyday ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses. alcohol, when tired, or when distracted. Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time debris. Make sure they are properly installed, you experience difficulties performing the intend- undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our operating machine. Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. -10- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
DO NOT try to stop or slow blade with your This machine is NOT designed to cut metal, hand or the workpiece. glass, stone, tile, etc. -11- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
The plug must only be inserted into a matching receptacle (see following figure) that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. -13- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Wire Nut (14 AWG x 3) ....... 1 • Plug 6-15 ............ 1 • Wire Cutters/Stripper ........1 To convert Model G0817 to 220V: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! Cut off existing 5-15 plug. Figure 15. Magnetic switch. Open motor junction box, then remove two Install a 6-15 plug on power cord, according wire nuts indicated in Figure 13.
IMPORTANT: Save all packaging materials until you are completely satisfied with the machine and have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack- aging to file a freight claim. It is also extremely helpful if you need to return your machine later.
Hardware Recognition Chart USE THIS CHART TO MATCH UP HARDWARE DURING THE INVENTORY AND ASSEMBLY PROCESS. Flat Head Screw -17- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Figure 19. T23692 Orange Power Degreaser. Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean, then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality metal protectant to prevent rust. -18- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Shadows, glare, or strobe effects that may distract access restricted location. or impede the operator must be eliminated. Keep Workpiece Unloading Area Unobstructed 32½" = Electrical Connection Keep Workpiece 28¾" Loading Area Unobstructed Figure 20. Minimum working clearances. -19- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Figure 21. Lifting bandsaw with eye bolt and machine to power before completing setup chain. process. DO NOT connect to power until instructed later in this manual. Remove pallet and slowly set bandsaw into position. -20- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
(see Figure 25). Flat Washer Machine Base Lag Shield Anchor Concrete Drilled Hole Figure 23. Popular method for anchoring Table machinery to a concrete floor. Figure 25. Table rotated with gap facing to the right. -21- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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(see Figure 30). Figure 27. Table insert and gap screw installed. Lock Lever Fence Base Hex Nut M8-1.25 Figure 30. Fence base lock lever installed. -22- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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Figure 33. Installing fence in vertical position. Fence Face Fence Face Lock Lever Rail Lock Lever in Down (Locked) Position Figure 32. Fence base installed on fence rail. T-Channel Figure 34. Fence installed in horizontal position. -23- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
"how-to" book. lection system. See Accessories, beginning on Page 51, for more information. Tug hoses to make sure they do not come off. Note: A tight fit is necessary for proper performance. -24- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
The ing tracking adjustments. shape of the wheels and the orientation of the Disconnect power from the wheels in relation to each other determine how bandsaw before performing the blade tracks. blade tracking adjustments. -25- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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Blade Tension Blade Tension blade. Fine tune tracking must be done with Scale Handwheel the bandsaw turned ON. Refer to Page 30 for more information. Figure 38. Blade tensioning controls. -26- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Connect machine to power by inserting power safety feature of the Emergency Stop but- cord plug into a matching receptacle. ton is NOT working properly and must be replaced before further using the machine. -27- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Note: Tensioning the blade before the Test Run was an approximate tension. The following proce- dures fine-tune the blade tension. -28- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Step 5 until blade is properly tensioned. Adjust blade guides as described in Adjusting Blade Support Bearings and Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings on Pages 31–32. -29- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Tracking Observe blade tracking path through clear Control tracking window on right edge of bandsaw Lock (see Figures 42–43). Lever Figure 43. Fine-tune tracking controls. Figure 42. Example of blade, viewed through tracking window. -30- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
To adjust support bearing: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! Loosen support bearing adjustment screw (see Figure 44). Support Bearing Support Bearing Adjustment Screw Figure 44. Upper support bearing assembly and controls (guide post cover removed for clarity). -31- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Grizzly offers accessory "Euro-Style" Roller-Disc Guides specially designed to fit Model G0817 (see Accessories on Page 51). Installing these blade guides is relatively easy, though it requires first removing the blade and existing blade guide assemblies.
Assembly Here Bearing Figure 53. Installing lower "Euro-style" roller-disc guide assembly. Re-install blade (refer to Page 46). Proceed to Adjusting "Euro-Style" Roller- Disc Guides in next section. Figure 54. Upper "Euro-style" roller-disc guide assembly. -34- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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Note: With wider blades, it may not be pos- sible to bring the roller-discs just behind the blade gullets. Position them as far forward as possible without allowing the roller-disc hous- ing to touch the back of the blade. -35- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
— If the distance is not the same at the front and back of the table, it must be adjusted; proceed to Step 5. Straightedge Fine Ruler Figure 59. Checking miter slot parallelism. -36- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
— If the table is not perpendicular to the back 36 for detailed instructions). of the blade, you must shim the table; pro- ceed to Step 3. Blade Square Table Figure 61. Squaring back of blade and table. -37- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Note: Sometimes the tightening procedure can affect the adjustment. Loosen screw that secures angle pointer, adjust pointer to 0˚ mark on scale, then retighten screw to secure setting. -38- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Read books/magazines or get formal training before beginning any proj- ects. Regardless of the content in this sec- tion, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training. -39- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
On the contrary, a workpiece supported on the bowed side will rock during a cut and could cause kickback or severe injury. -40- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
G. Tooth Pitch: The distance between tooth tips. H. Blade Back: The distance between the bot- tom of the gullet and the back edge of the blade. TPI: The number of teeth per inch measured from gullet to gullet. -41- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Blades will vary slightly even in the same length because of how they are welded. Refer to the Accessories section later in this manual for blade replacements from Grizzly. Blade Width Measured from the back of the blade to the tip of...
Raker: Three teeth in a recurring group—one bent left, one bent right, and then one that is not bent. The raker set is ideal for most con- Carbon Steel Blade tour cuts. Weld High-Speed Steel Figure 70. Bi-metal blade composition. -43- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Crosscutting Thick Stock Crosscutting Round Stock Miter Cut Tenons Sharp Curves Gradual Curves Tooth Type Tooth Pitch (Teeth Per Inch or TPI) Fine Medium Coarse Hook Raker Skip (14-32 TPI) (4-12 TPI) (2-4 TPI) -44- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
• Using the wrong pitch (TPI) for the workpiece cut. thickness. The general rule of thumb is to have no less than two teeth in contact with the workpiece at all times during cutting. -45- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Table Insert If necessary, adjust blade tension quick- release lever (refer to Page 62 for more Table Pin information). Figure 71. Blade changing controls. -46- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Note: It is always a good idea to check the table tilt scale and make sure the posi- tive stop is calibrated. See Checking/ Calibrating Positive Stop on Page 48 for more information. -47- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
0, follow Steps 1–5 for the desired angle. NEVER place fingers or hands in the line of cut. If you slip, your hands or fingers may go into the blade and may be cut. -48- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Always use push blocks when resawing and keep your hands clear of the blade. Figure 77. Example of a crosscutting operation with the miter gauge. -49- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Figure 79 for an example of a stacked cut ⁄ '' ..........1 ⁄ setup). ⁄ '' ..........2 ⁄ ⁄ '' ..........3 ⁄ ⁄ '' ..........5 ⁄ Figure 79. Example of a stacked cut setup. -50- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
ACCESSORIES SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES T27908—"Euro-Style" Roller-Disc Guides Convert your G0817 blade guides to "Euro-Style" with these easy-to-install upper and lower blade Installing unapproved accessories may guide assemblies. Just loosen the screws that cause machine to malfunction, resulting in hold the old assemblies in place and swap them serious personal injury or machine damage.
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® Figure 84. T26544 LED Light with 30 lb. Mag Base and Flexible Arm. Figure 86. Recommended products for protect- ing unpainted cast iron/steel part on machinery. www.grizzly.com 1-800-523-4777 order online at or call -52- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
The brushes should be checked daily and cleaned when they become dirty. There are adjustment brackets that allow the brushes to be adjusted for bristle wear (refer to Adjusting Wheel Brushes on Page 62 for detailed instructions). -53- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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Lubrication Type ..GL2 Grease or Equivalent Amount ..........Thin Coat Frequency .......... As Needed Sliding Surfaces To lubricate tension adjustment assembly: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! Figure 90. Cast iron trunnions produce their own lubricant. -54- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
11. Contactor not energized/has poor contacts. 11. Test all legs for power/replace. 12. Centrifugal switch at fault. 12. Adjust/replace centrifugal switch if available. 13. Motor bearings at fault. 13. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft requires bearing replacement. -55- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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8. Adjust/shim table/trunnion position until blade and 8. Table top surface is not parallel or square table are parallel and square (Page 37). to blade. 9. Tighten V-belt. Replace if worn or oily. (Page 59). 9. V-belt loose or slipping. -56- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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3. Re-install blade; replace (Page 46). 4. Blade is slipping on wheel. 4. Adjust blade tension (Page 28). 5. Blade guides hitting teeth and ruining tooth set. 5. Properly adjust guide bearings (Page 32). -57- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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2. Clogged dust port. 2. Clean dust port. 3. Low CFM (airflow) from dust collection 3. Inspect ducting for leaks/clogs and repair as system. necessary; move dust collector closer to machine; install a stronger dust collector. -58- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
(refer to Replacing V-Belt Motor Mount on Page 60). Handle Motor Mount Cap Screw Motor Mount Lock Lever Figure 92. Location of V-belt tension controls. Retighten motor mount lock lever, then retighten cap screw to secure adjustment. -59- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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Re-install lower wheel with bearing and secure it with wheel mount cap screw and washer removed in Step 3. Figure 93. Location of wheel mount cap screw and washer. Re-install blade, and close and secure wheel covers. -60- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
— If there is still blade lead present, com- pensate for this condition by skewing Finish cut using fence. the fence, as instructed in the following procedure. — If blade lead is still present, repeat Steps 1–5 until cutting results are satisfactory. -61- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Figure 98. Location of tension adjustment screw, screws to secure wheel brushes in place. jam nut, and wheel block plate. -62- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Figure 100. Guide post adjustment screws. Gently tap lower part of guide post in appro- priate direction until there is no gap between square and guide post. Tighten cap screws shown in Figure 100. -63- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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Distance "B" Figure 103. Example of measuring distance Figure 101. Location of cap screws and flat between guide post rack and blade. washers that secure guide post guard. Figure 102. Guide post guard removed. -64- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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(1 of 4) guard so that blade will not make contact with it, then retighten screws. Upper Set Screws (1 of 2) Lower Set Screws (1 of 2) Figure 104. Guide post parallelism adjustment screws. -65- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
⁄ " 15" Upper wheel is not Lower wheel is not vertically aligned with laterally aligned with lower wheel. upper wheel. Side View Figure 105. Wheel alignment illustration. Figure 106. Dimensions of coplanarity gauge. -66- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Use upper wheel: Adjust blade tracking knob rear adjustment set to tilt upper wheel. bolts to tilt lower wheel left/right. Figure 108. Wheel alignment illustration with solutions to misalignment problems. -67- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Remove wheel to be shimmed. Place as many shims as necessary to correct gap measured in Step 3 onto wheel shaft. Re-install and secure wheel. Re-install and properly tension blade. Figure 110. Location of rear lateral adjustment components. -68- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
When wheels are parallel and coplanar, in Figure 113. remove blade, re-install table, and then re- install blade. Figure 113. Adjusting table perpendicular to blade (side to side). -69- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
Technical 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. -71- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
E-STOP YIAN KUANG YS-K1 OL RELAY SDE RA-20 5-8A START CAPACITOR 200MFD Ground 250VAC MOTOR 220V CAPACITOR Dotted line indicates 50MFD 250VAC voltage conversion from 110V to 220V READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY -73- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16) ON PAGE 71!
SECTION 9: PARTS We do our best to stock replacement parts when possible, but we cannot guarantee that all parts shown are available for purchase. Call (800) 523-4777 or visit www.grizzly.com/parts to check for availability. Main 19-3 19-1 19-4 19-2...
82-11 P0817082-11 BALL BEARING 6203ZZ (REAR) P0817038 BLADE TENSION ADJUSTING ROD P0817083 ADJUSTABLE HANDLE M10-1.5 X 35 P0817039 BUTTON HD CAP SCR M5-.8 X 8 P0817084 LOCK WASHER 10MM P0817040 KEYED SWITCH YIAN KUANG YS-K1 P0817085 MOTOR MOUNT BRACKET -76- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
FLAT WASHER 13 X 22 X .05 (STEEL) P0817110 SET SCREW M7-1 X 10 (NYLON) P0817159 ADHESIVE CABLE-TIE MOUNT P0817112 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 16 P0817160 CABLE TIE 300MM P0817113 EXTENSION SPRING 1.6 X 16 X 63 -81- Model G0817 (Mfd. Since 05/16)
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