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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 G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Gearbox Gas Spring Table Feed Rate Control Knob Column Locks Lifting Headstock (1 of 2) Bars Height Scale (2 of 4) To reduce your risk of serious injury, read this entire manual BEFORE using machine. Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
C. Feed Rate Control Knob: Selects 30 FPM feed rate when pushed in, and 16 FPM feed Note: Headstock height MUST be properly rate when pulled out. adjusted for anti-kickback fingers to function. Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Use this machine with respect and caution to decrease the risk of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal injury may occur. Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0815 15" 3 HP HEAVY‐DUTY PLANER Product Dimensions: Weight................................350 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height..............32 x 28 x 23-1/2 in.
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Drive Gears Run in Oil Bath Accessories Included: Knife-Setting Jig Accessories Recommended: T27650 Planer Stand for G0815 The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 6/4/2019 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G0815 PAGE 2 OF 2 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased.
Never operate under the influence of drugs or injury or blindness from flying particles. Everyday alcohol, when tired, or when distracted. eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses. Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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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. Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
GRAIN DIRECTION. Planing across the grain adjusted before operation. is hard on the planer and may cause kickback. Plane in the same direction or at a slight angle with the wood grain. -10- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
To reduce the risk of these hazards, avoid over- loading the machine during operation and make sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that meets the specified circuit requirements. -11- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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Minimum Gauge Size ......12 AWG all local codes and ordinances. Maximum Length (Shorter is Better)..50 ft. -12- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
IMPORTANT: Save all packaging materials until weight of this machine. 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.
E. Feed Rate Control Knob ⁄ -16 ....1 Open-End Wrenches 8/10, 12/14mm ...1 Ea. G. T-Handle Hex Wrench 5mm ....... 1 H. Hex Wrenches 2.5, 3, 4, 6mm ....1 Ea. Figure 6. Model G0815 loose inventory. -14- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean, then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality metal protectant to prevent rust. -15- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Shadows, glare, or strobe effects that may distract access restricted location. or impede the operator must be eliminated. Wall Min. 30" for Maintenance = Electrical Connection Illustration Not To Scale 32" Figure 7. Minimum working clearances. -16- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
(1 of 4) Reach Under Here Figure 8. Machine on shipping pallet, and lifting bar inserted into hole in base (1 of 4 shown). Figure 10. Lifting planer with forklift. Set planer down on intended location. -17- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Another option is a "direct mount" (see example below) where the machine is secured directly to the workbench with lag screws and washers. Lag Screw Flat Washer Machine Base Workbench Figure 12. "Direct Mount" setup. -18- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Tug the hose to make sure it does not come off. Note: A tight fit is necessary for proper performance. Dust Hood Figure 15. Dust hood installed. Figure 16. Dust hose attached to dust port. -19- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Press STOP button (see Figure 17) to turn ed results that can lead to serious injury, machine OFF. death, or machine/property damage. Congratulations! The Test Run is complete. -20- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Read books/magazines or get OFF. 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. -21- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
On the contrary, Figure 18. Janka Hardness Rating for some a workpiece supported on the bowed side common wood species. will rock during operation and could cause severe injury from kickback. -22- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Rippled Cut Problem: Regularly spaced indentations across Figure 19. Depth-of-cut indicator and scale. face of workpiece are caused by excessive outfeed roller pressure or excessive feed rate. Solution: Reduce outfeed roller pressure; reduce feed rate. -24- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Figure 20. Feed rate control knob positions. The knife-setting jig that is included with the Model G0815 is designed to set the knives 0.049" NOTICE higher than the cutterhead surface. Only change the feed rate when the planer...
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Figure 22. Figure 24. Gib bolt tightening sequence. Repeat Step 8, snugging gib bolts a little more. 10. Repeat Step 8, this time fully tightening all gib bolts. 11. Repeat Steps 4–8 for remaining knives. -26- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
T27650—Planer Stand for G0815 An open-frame stand designed especially for the G0815 15" Benchtop Planer. An excellent choice if you have the floor space but not the benchtop space for this machine. Figure 26. G2790 Universal Knife Grinder.
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Note: When buying planer pals, follow this simple guideline: 15" to 20" Planers —use 2 jigs. Over 20" Planers—use 3 jigs. Figure 31. H7723 60" Birch Workbench. Figure 29. W1216A Planer Pals, Standard Pair. www.grizzly.com 1-800-523-4777 order online at or call -28- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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Adjustable in height from 26 ⁄ " to ⁄ ". Approximate shipping weight: 62 lbs. 1000 Lb. Capacity! Figure 35. T26979 3-in-1 Workpiece Support Stand. Figure 33. D2271 Roller Table. www.grizzly.com 1-800-523-4777 order online at or call -29- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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Especially important if you or employees operate for hours at a time. H4978 T20446 H4979 Figure 39. Recommended products for protecting unpainted cast iron/steel parts on machinery. Figure 37. Hearing protection. www.grizzly.com 1-800-523-4777 order online at or call -30- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
The bearings are standard sizes and can be replaced through Grizzly. Follow the maintenance schedule on Page 31 and the following procedures to properly lubricate the other planer components, which are essential for long life and trouble-free operation of your planer. -32- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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Move the headstock up and down to distribute the lubricant. Column Column Leadscrew (1 of 4) (1 of 4) Figure 43. Height chain and sprockets as viewed from underneath the base. Figure 42. Location of column dust sleeve. -33- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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4 oz. of ISO 320 or equivalent oil. Replace the fill plug (see Figure 46). Figure 44. Location of drive chain and sprockets. Drain Plug Figure 45. Gearbox drain plug. Fill Plug Figure 46. Gearbox fill plug. -34- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
6. Resharpen/replace knives; set knife alignment/ height correctly (Page 25). 7. Motor bearings at fault. 7. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft requires bearing replacement. 8. Cutterhead bearings at fault. 8. Replace bearing(s). -35- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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2. Feed rate set too slow. 3. Increase depth of cut (Page 24). 3. Cutting depth too shallow. 1. Adjust feed rollers (Page 39). If workpiece twists in 1. Feed rollers not parallel with table. machine. -36- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Motor Mount Belt Tension Phillips Screwdriver #2 ........1 Screw (1 of 2) Adjustment Bolt Hex Wrench 8mm ..........1 Open-End Wrench 14, 17mm ......1 Ea. Belt Tension Jam nut Figure 48. Belt tension controls. -37- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
(refer to Height Chain & Sprockets on Page 33 for detailed instructions). NOTICE DO NOT let chain fall off sprockets. It can be very difficult to return chain to its proper location on sprockets without changing table adjustments. -38- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
(Bottom Dead Center) A & B Figure 52. Example if using a Rotacator to find Infeed Outfeed BDC of knife edge. Roller Roller Figure 51. Planer component recommended clearances (illustration is not to scale). -39- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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BDC of cutterhead knife, then retighten both jam nuts. 11. Keeping same "0" reference on Rotacator dial from Step 5, repeat Steps 7–10 for outfeed roller, but adjust it until it is 0.020" below BDC of cutterhead knife. -40- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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Jam Nut illustrated in Figure 55. & Cap Screw 36" Figure 56. Feeler gauge location for adjusting infeed roller height when using wood blocks. Figure 55. Wood blocks properly positioned on the planer table. -41- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Hex Wrench 6mm ..........1 To adjust roller spring tension: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! Rotate tension screws clockwise to increase tension, and counterclockwise to decrease tension (see Figure 58). Tension Screws Figure 58. Roller spring tension adjustment screws. -42- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
⁄ "– ⁄ ", personal injury. then loosen flange screws that secure chip deflector and adjust gap to ⁄ "– ⁄ ". Retighten flange screws, then replace belt covers, top cover, and dust hood. -43- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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. -44- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
Figure 61. Magnetic switch with cover removed. T1/2 T2/4 T3/6 SET @ 14A Relay RA-20 Ground 6-20 Plug Start Capacitor CD60 600MFD 125VAC Motor Figure 62. Motor wiring. READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY -45- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18) ON PAGE 44!
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 22 56 16 17...
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KEY 5 X 5 X 30 41-3 P0815041-3 OL RELAY SDE RA-20 12-18A P0815099 CHAIN COVER PLATE P0815042 SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 1/2 P0815100 CAP SCREW 5/16-18 X 1 P0815043 CAP SCREW 1/4-20 X 5/8 -47- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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P0815152 SET SCREW 1/4-20 X 3/4 P0815121 KNIFE ADJUSTMENT SEAT P0815153 EXT RETAINING RING 20MM P0815122 JACK SCREW M5-.8 X 12 P0815154 LOCK WASHER 3/8 P0815123 PLANER KNIVES 15" X 1" X 1/8" 3-PK -48- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
216V2 P0815216V2 GAS SPRING BRACKET (REAR) V2.09.18 P0815236 FLAT WASHER 8MM P0815217 SET SCREW 3/8-16 X 1/2 P0815237 HEX NUT M8-1.25 P0815218 HEIGHT CHAIN #410 X 134 P0815238 GAS SPRING BALL JOINT M8-1.25 X 14 -49- Model G0815 (Mfd. Since 09/18)
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. -50-...
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