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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind- ing, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. •...
INTRODUCTION ...1 COMMENTARY ...1 III. SAFETY RULES FOR ALL TOOLS ...2 UNPACKING ...4 PIECE INVENTORY...4 SITE PLANNING ...5 A. WORKING CLEARANCES ...5 B. LIGHTING AND OUTLETS ...5 VII. ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ...5 A. CIRCUIT LOADING ...5 B. GROUNDING...5 C. GENERAL INFORMATION ...5 D.
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C. ANGLED SANDING...10 XII. TROUBLESHOOTING ...11 XIII. CLOSURE ...12 XIV. MACHINE DATA ...13 WARRANTY AND RETURNS...14 XVI. TABLE ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ...15 XVII. MAIN BODY ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ...16 XVIII. PARTS LIST ...17 XIX. INDEX ...18...
Take as much time as necessary to become acquainted with the Model G1173. The time you invest before you begin to use this machine will be time well spent. Also, read all of the safety procedures. If you do not understand something, DO NOT operate this machine.
Model G1173 may be made at any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly. Whenever possible, though, we send manual updates to all owners of a particular tool or machine. Should you receive one, we urge you to insert the new information with the old and keep it for reference.
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KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep your work area well lighted. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be kept a safe dis- tance away from your work area.
26. BAD HABITS ARE DANGEROUS. Review all safety procedures often. The Model G1173 Sander is shipped from the factory in a carefully packed carton. If you find the machine to be damaged after you’ve signed for delivery and the truck and driver are already gone, you will need to file a freight claim with the carrier.
The Model G1173 Oscillating Sander motor is The G1173 motor will draw 4.5 amps at 110V. If you operate the sander on any circuit that is already close to its capacity, it might blow a fuse or trip a circuit breaker. However, if an unusual load does not exist, and power failure still occurs, have the circuit inspected by a qualified electrician.
Replace the dust hood. B. BELT TRACKING The belt on a properly tracked G1173 sander will oscillate up and down on the rollers. The lowest and highest points that the belt reaches should remain constant under all sanding conditions. If you find the belt to be tracking improperly (i.e.-steadily moving downward or upward), simply use the...
Tracking adjustments should be made while the sander is running. Keep one hand on the power switch and be ready to flip off if the paper begins to move up or down too far. Turn off the sander and move the tension lever toward “loose.” Correct the position of the paper and move the tension lever toward “tight.”...
Simply reverse steps 1-8 above to switch back to oscillating edge sanding. Earlier in this manual we reviewed safety guidelines that apply to all power tools. This section will address safety rules specific to your Model G1173 Sander. ALWAYS wear eye protection. Wear a respirator if machine operation produces dust.
Is the table adjusted to the proper angle? Is the sander plugged in to a grounded outlet of the proper voltage? The G1173 Oscillating Edge Sander requires a 4" x 24" sanding belt. The vertical sanding drum is " high and has a 1 "...
Please review all safety rules before attempting operation. The hints listed below should also be con- sidered: • Always sand with the grain of the wood. • Do not over-sand soft woods such as basswood or pine. This is alarmingly easy to do. •...
The G1173 is capable of sanding beveled surfaces with ease. Loosen the lock knobs on either side of the sander cabinet and rotate the table to the desired angle. Perform sanding operations as in section IX.A above. Remember to hold the workpiece against the fence whenever possible.
The following pages contain general specifications, a parts diagram, a parts directory, and warranty and return information for your Model G1173 Oscillating Edge Sander. You are welcomed and encouraged to write or call the appropriate regional service department if you ever need parts or service assistance.
GRIZZLY MODEL G1173 SPINDLE/EDGE SANDER Design Type: Overall Dimensions: Table ...10 Overall Height...15" Height from Floor to Table ...9 Shipping Weight ...48 lbs. Weight in Place ...42 lbs. Carton Size ...16" x 21" x 12 Belt Size...4" x 24" Spindle Size ...1 Oscillations per Minute...34...
XV. WARRANTY AND RETURNS LIMITED WARRANTY Grizzly Imports, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to mis- use, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance.