Gryphon C Instructions Manual

Gryphon C Instructions Manual

Diamond band saw

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Instructions
Gryphon
®
Diamond Band Saw
model C
®

Safety Precautions

• Always wear eye protection •
• Do not run blade dry •
• Keep fingers clear of moving parts •
• Lift off motor when cleaning •
Warranty
Your new Gryphon Diamond Band Saw is warranted for one year from date of purchase. All mechanical
parts with the exception of the blade, blade guide and sponge are guaranteed against failure for one
year. If such a failure occurs for any reason other than abuse or misuse during this period, it will
repaired (or at our option replaced) free of charge FOB our factory. Retain your sales receipt for
proof of purchase. Should repairs ever be required, return the saw to Gryphon Corporation.
© 1996 Gryphon Corporation
12417 Foothill Blvd. • Sylmar • California • 91342 • (818) 890-7770

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Diane Tooroian
March 6, 2025

How much water do I use when setting up to cut?

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Mr. Anderson
March 6, 2025

The Gryphon C-40 Band Saw features a sizable water reservoir under the work surface, but the exact amount of water needed for setup is not specified.

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Summary of Contents for Gryphon C

  • Page 1: Safety Precautions

    • Lift off motor when cleaning • Warranty Your new Gryphon Diamond Band Saw is warranted for one year from date of purchase. All mechanical parts with the exception of the blade, blade guide and sponge are guaranteed against failure for one year.
  • Page 2 Important~ DO NOT bend or kink your Blade. A replacement Blade will cost you about $100. Your warranty does not cover Blades. A bent or kinked Blade will make the saw vibrate, and a badly bent Blade will not stay on the saw. Stainless Steel blades will not track on this saw. Unpacking~ Your shipping carton contains the following parts: •...
  • Page 3: Blade Installation

    Blade Installation~ • Remove coiled Blade from box. • Uncoil the Blade gently. Do not bend or kink the Blade. • Place Blade under Lower Wheel with diamond side towards the front of the saw. • Place Blade at 9 O'clock position on Upper Wheel and rotate Upper Wheel by hand clockwise to wrap the blade over the Upper Wheel.
  • Page 4 There are several techniques. • Mark your pattern on the glass with a thin-line paint marker (such as the Gryphon Pattern Marking Pen). These are available from your dealer, or similar products can be obtained from artist's supply houses.
  • Page 5: Cutting Glass

    the paper pattern to the glass with double sided tape. • Copy your pattern onto clear plastic (use Overhead Transparency Sheets - available at your copy center or office supply store). Apply the plastic pattern to the glass with double-sided tape. If you are using either of the last two techniques, it is recommended that you make separate patterns for each piece, rather than planning to reuse pattern pieces.
  • Page 6: Cleaning The Saw

    project for a dramatic effect. Also, mosaic work in tile, or tile in combination with other materials, is easily accomplished. Cleaning the Saw~ The glass dust that results from your cutting is carried to the bottom of the saw where it combines with the water to form a slurry.
  • Page 7: Replacement Parts

    • Replacement Diamond Blades. The Gryphon Blade furnished with your saw is the highest quality blade on the market. The Gryphon Blade is highly resistant to tearing or breaking, and if not abused should give superior service. Stainless Steel blades are not recommended.
  • Page 8: Exploded View

    Pivot Pivot Gryphon Motor Cover Diamond Band Saw Slide model C Slide Exploded View Adjustment Support Bar Screw Motor Upper Wheel Motor Cradle Band Collar Cover Post Lower Wheel Guard Guide Collar Guide Post Holder Lower Lower Shaft Assembly Knob...

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