Section 4: Operations; Operation Safety; Basic Operations; Basic Controls - Grizzly G0645 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.
Never mortise treated lumber—the smoke is
extremely poisonous.
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.

Basic Operations

This machine uses a hollow chisel with a drill bit to
cut square holes called mortises. After setting the
fence, depth stop, and hold down, use the hand
lever to lower the chisel and bit into the workpiece,
then raise the hand lever to remove the chisel and
bit from the workpiece.
G0645 Benchtop Mortising Machine

Basic Controls

Below is a summary of the basic controls used
during mortising operations. Use the list with
Figure 17 to become familiar with your mortising
machine.
ON/OFF Switch: Starts or stops motor.
Depth Stop Rod: Controls the mortise depth.
Hand Lever: Raises or lowers headstock.
Fence Lock Handles: Locks fence. When loos-
ened, allows fence to move.
Fence Adjustment Knob: Moves fence back and
forth on the table—is disabled when the exten-
sion block is installed.
Hold Down Lock Lever: Locks hold down.
Hold Down: Holds workpiece down when chisel
is raised after mortise is cut.
ON/OFF
Switch
Depth Stop
Rod
Fence Lock
Handle
Hold Down
Figure 17. Model G0645 basic controls.
Hand
Lever
Fence
Adjustment
Knob
Hold Down
Lock Lever
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