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MODEL G0559 12" x 54" MILLING MACHINE w/POWER FEEDS & DIGITAL READOUT OWNER'S MANUAL WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
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Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0559 LARGE MILLING MACHINE 12 X 54 Product Dimensions: Weight... 3300 lbs. Length/Width/Height... 73 x 70 x 88 in. Foot Print (Length/Width)... 41-1/4 x 25 in.
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Main Specifications: Operation Info Spindle Travel... 5 in. Swing...31 in. Longitudinal Table Travel... 28 in. Cross Table Travel...15-1/4 in. Vert. Table Travel...13-1/4 in. Knee Travel...15-7/8 in. Ram Travel...18 in. Head Swivel...Left and Right 90 deg. Head Tilt... Left and Right 45 deg. Turret Or Column Swivel...360 deg.
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Other Specifications: Country Of Origin ... China Warranty ... 1 Year Serial Number Location ... Label on Electric Box Assembly Time ... 3-1/2 hours Features: One Shot Pump Lubrication Y, Z Covers Auto Down Feed Auto Stop with Micro Adjustable Stop Longitudinal Power Feed Cross Slide Power Feed Knee Power Feed...
Additional Safety Instructions For Mills UNDERSTANDING CONTROLS. SAFETY ACCESSORIES. WORK HOLDING. CHUCK KEY SAFETY SPINDLE SPEEDS. POWER DISRUPTION. STOPPING SPINDLE. CLEAN-UP. BE ATTENTIVE. Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this mill. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this mill with respect and caution to reduce the risk of operator injury.
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 220V 3-Phase Operation Serious personal injury could occur if you connect the machine to the power source before you have completed the setup pro- cess. DO NOT connect the machine to the power source until instructed after setup. Electrocution or fire could result if this machine is not installed to code.
Wear safety glasses dur- ing the entire setup pro- cess! The Model G0559 is a heavy machine. Serious personal injury occur if safe moving methods are not used. To be safe, get assis-...
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Inventory Note: If you can't find an item on this list, check the mounting location on the machine or examine the packaging materials carefully. Occasionally we pre-install certain components for shipping purposes. Inventory: (Figures 5–6) Figure 5. Figure 6. Immediately discard all plas- tic bags and packing materi- als to eliminate choking/suf- focation hazards for children...
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Clean Up For optimum performance, clean all moving parts or sliding contact surfaces. Gasoline and petroleum products have low flash points and can explode or cause fire if used to clean machinery. NOT use these products to clean the machinery. Many cleaning solvents toxic Minimize your risk by only...
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Moving & Placing Base Unit The Model G0559 is a heavy machine. Serious personal occur if safe moving methods are not used. To be safe, get assis- tance and use power equipment rated for at least 4000 lbs. to move...
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Moving Machine with Straps Page 27 Ram Movement Figure 10. Note: Have your assistants steady the load as you move it to keep it from swinging. Mounting to Shop Figure 10 Head Movement Page 29 Bolting to Concrete Floors Figure 11 We strongly recommend securing your machine to the floor if it is hardwired to the power source.
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Assembly To assemble your milling machine: Page 27 Figure 12 Note: The keyway on the ball handle must align with the key on the leadscrew. Figure 12. Figure 13 Head Movement Figure 13. Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 14.
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Test Run Troubleshooting Page 44 Before starting the mill, make sure you have performed the preceding assembly and adjustment instructions, and you have read through the rest of the manual and are familiar with the various functions and safety features on this machine. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or even death! To test run the machine:...
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NOTICE Continuous operation of this mill without properly and successfully completing all procedures of the Test Run could lead to machine damage, and could void the war- ranty. Figure 20 Figure 20. Cabinet Wiring Diagram Feeds Page 27 Test Run Spindle Break-In Electrical Page 51...
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Spindle Break-In NOTICE Successfully complete the spindle break-in procedure to avoid rapid wear of spindle components when placed into operation. To perform the spindle break-in procedure: Selecting Spindle Speed Range Page 30 Steps 4–5 Recommended Adjustments Page 44 Test Run Factory adjustments that should be verified: SERVICE Page 46...
We STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you read books, trade magazines, or get formal training before beginning any projects. Regardless of the content in this section, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training. Basic Controls Figures 21–23...
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C. Coolant Pump Switch: NOTICE Running the coolant pump without adequate coolant in the reservoir may permanently damage the coolant pump motor. This is considered abuse and is not covered by the warranty. D. Elevation Up & Down Buttons: E. ON Button: Emergency Stop Button: G.
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Vertical (Knee) Graduated Dial Increments Figure 26. Locks Resolution Figure 27 Figure Figure 27. Always keep the table locked in place unless controlled movement is required for your operation. Unexpected table movement dur- ing operations could cause the cutter to bind with the workpiece, which could result in personal injury or damage to the cutter and workpiece.
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Longitudinal & Cross Power Feeds Graduated Dial Increments Figures 28–29 Figure 28. Figure 29. A. Graduated Dial: Resolution B. Dial Lock Collar: C. Ball Handle: D. Feed/Jog Switch: E. Direction Switch: Lexan Gear Cover: G. Power Switch: H. Speed Dial: Leadscrew: Table Limit Stop: K.
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Stay clear of the spinning ball handles when using the power feeds to avoid entangle- ment and personal injury. Tools Needed To operate the longitudinal or cross power feed: Note: Power feed rates are difficult to pre- cisely adjust. We recommend that you exper- iment with different dial settings to find the feed rate that best works for your operation.
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Tools Needed Tilting the Head Figure 32 Figure 32. Note: Turn the tilting bolt clockwise to tilt the head back, and counterclockwise to tilt it for- ward. Always lock the head firmly in place after adjusting the tilt or rotation. Unexpected movement of the head during operations could cause the cutter to bind with the workpiece, which could result in personal...
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Ram Movement Tools Needed Moving Ram Back-and-Forth Figure 34. Note: Turn the adjustment bolt clockwise to move the ram back, and counterclockwise to move the ram forward. Rotating the Ram Figure 35 Figure Figure 35. Note: Take care not to entangle or stretch the electrical cabling as you move the ram and head.
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Setting Spindle Speed Calculating Spindle Speed Figure 36 Cutting Speeds for High Speed Steel (HSS) Cutting Tools Note: For carbide cutting tools, double the cutting speed. These values are a guideline only. Refer to the MACHINERY'S HANDBOOK for more detailed information.
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Note: The window on the left is for the low range, and the window on the right is for the high range. Figure 39. NOTICE Always have the spindle rotating BEFORE using the variable speed handwheel to avoid damage to the variable speed sys- tem.
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Figure 41 Note: If necessary, use the set screw on the side of the handle hub to adjust the detent ball tension so the handle can be installed and removed easily. Figure 41. Fine & Auto-Downfeed Components Figure 42 Figure 42. A.
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Downfeed Direction Pin: Using the Fine Downfeed Handwheel Using Auto-Downfeed Note: The downfeed stop is marked in incre- ments of 0.001", with one full revolution equal to 0.050" of quill movement. Note: The downfeed direction pin has three positions: 1) In for one direction, 2) center for stop, and 3) out for the other direction.
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Spindle Brake Figure 44 Figure 44. Loading/Unloading Tooling Tools Needed Loading Tooling Figure 45 Figure 45. Cutting tools are sharp and can quickly injure your hands. Always protect your hands when handling cutting tools.
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Figure 46 Figure 46. Note: Over-tightening the drawbar could make removing the tool holder from the spindle difficult. Unloading Tooling...
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may result in serious person- al injury. Schedule Daily Check: Every 8 Hours of Operation: Page 40 Every 40 Hours of Operation: Page 41 Page 41 Page 41 Every 120 Hours of Operation:...
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Lubrication NOTICE Follow reasonable lubrication practices as outlined in this manual for your mill. Failure to do so could lead to premature failure of your mill and will void the warranty. One-Shot Oiler Lubricant Frequency Figure 59. Quill Gearing Lubricant Figure 60.
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Bull Gear Lubricant Frequency Figure 61 Figure 61. Ram Way Lubricant Frequency Figure 62 Figure 62. Vertical Leadscrew Bevel Gears Lubricant Figure 63. Longitudinal & Cross Power Feed Gearing Lubricant Figure 64 Frequency Frequency Figure 64. Figure...
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Coolant Coolant is a potent and extremely solution to humans and animals. Use personal protective when handling coolant to prevent infections or poisoning. Tools Needed Checking/Adding Coolant Figure 65 Figure 65. poisonous Always use non-flammable water-based equipment coolant to avoid explosions when the fluid comes in contact with hot metal chips from the milling operation.
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The coolant reservoir on this mill is designed to store only coolant. During storage some fluids grow dangerous microbes, or, due to the collection of toxic metal chips in the fluid, the fluid can become a potent and extremely poisonous solution to humans and animals.
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Adjusting Gibs NOTICE Excessively loose gibs may cause poor Figure 67. workpiece finishes, and may cause undue wear of sliding surfaces and ways. Over- tightening the gibs may cause premature wear of these sliding devices. Figure 68. Figures 67–69 Figure 69.
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Adjusting Backlash Tools Needed To adjust leadscrew backlash: Note: Take care to secure the small parts as you take them off and note the order of assembly. Figure 70 Figure 70. Figure 71. Figure 72. Figure 71 Figure 72...
GROUNDED CIRCUIT. WARNING! SHOCK HAZARD! Disconnect power before working on wiring. MOTOR WIRING. 5. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. NOTICE The photos and diagrams included in this section are best viewed in color. You can view these pages in color at www.grizzly.com.
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Electrical Cabinet Wiring Diagram (A) KM-1 NOTICE See Page 52 for additional wir- ing in this electrical cabinet. KM-2 KM-3 KM-4 READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 48! Page 55 Page 54 Page 54 220 VAC 15-20 PLUG (as recommended)
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Electrical Cabinet Wiring Diagram (B) KM-1 KM-2 KM-3 KM-4 NOTICE See Page 51 for additional wir- ing in this electrical cabinet. READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 48!
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Lower Drive System Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION PSB15M CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 20 P0559603 WAVY WASHER 14MM P0559604 BALL BEARING 35 X 62 X 14MM PR56M EXT RETAINING RING 45MM P0559606 CAP SCREW PN08 HEX NUT 3/8-16 P0559608 SPINDLE MOTOR 5HP 220V 3-PH 608-1 P0559608-1 MOTOR FAN COVER...
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Accessories Breakdown & Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION P0559500 RUBBER WAY COVER 500A P0559500A RUBBER CHIP DEFLECTOR P0559800 SPLASH PAN P0559801 DIGITAL DISPLAY UNIT P0559803 X-AXIS SCALE P0559804 Y-AXIS SCALE P0559806 OIL BOTTLE PWR1719 WRENCH 17/19 P0559808 WRENCH 18/21 PSDP2 SCREWDRIVER PHILLIPS #2 PSDF2...
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Electrical Cabinet Breakdown & Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION P0559805 TRANSFORMER JBK JB/T5555 220V P0559850 WIRE MANAGEMENT ASSY P0559851 OL RELAY DELIXI DZ108-20 220V P0559852 FUSE HOLDER DELIXI RT-18-32N P0559853 FUSE 6A REF PART # DESCRIPTION P0559854 CONTACTOR SHIHLIN S-P06 220V P0559855 ELECTRICAL OUTLET 110V P0559856...
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MUST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before using the machine again. Contact Grizzly at (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com to order new labels. Label Placement...
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