STRAIGHT EDGE SHAPING ...19 ACROSS THE GRAIN ...19 LARGE WORKPIECE...20 CURVED WORKPIECE ...20 DUST COLLECTION ...21 MAINTENANCE ...22 BELT REPLACEMENT ...22 CLOSURE ...23 DATA SHEET ...24 PARTS BREAKDOWN ...25 PARTS LIST ...26 WARRANTY ...27 G8693 Mini Shaper Table Of Contents...
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool. G8693 Mini Shaper 13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper foot- 14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep 15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing 16.
4. Feed workpiece against rotation of cutter. 5. Do not use awkward hand positions. Like all power tools, there is danger asso- ciated with the Model G8693 Mini Shaper. Use the tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of mechanical dam- age or operator injury.
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 110V Operation Your G8693 Mini Shaper is prewired for 110 volt, single phase operation. The ⁄ approximately 2.2 amps. We strongly recom- mend fusing your Mini Shaper at 15 amps. Fusing higher will not adequately protect the motor.
SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION Commentary We are proud to offer the G8693 Mini Shaper. The Model G8693 is part of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. When used according to the guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s com-...
Unpacking Model G8693 Mini Shaper is Shipped complete in one carton. If you discover the machine is dam- aged after you’ve signed for delivery, and the truck and driver are gone, you will need to file a freight claim with the carrier. Save the containers and all packing materials for possible inspection by the carrier or its agent.
These products generally have low flash points which makes them extremely flammable. A risk of explosion and burning exists if these products are used. Serious personal injury may occur. this G8693 Mini Shaper...
Spindle Bore. Shaper Nut Spindle Bore Figure 2. Set Spindle into hole. G8693 Mini Shaper 3. Lock the assembly in place by tightening the Shaper Nut with the wrenches provided. See Figure 3. NOTE: If you would like to use Router bits instead of Shaper cutters, see section on “Using Router Bits”...
2. Slide the assembly into the unthreaded hole near the rear of the table. 3. Use knob (REF 14) from the parts bag to set the height of the Ring Guard. See Figure 5. Figure 5. Guard installed. G8693 Mini Shaper ⁄ '' Pan Head...
Most commercial or home shop benches should be sufficient to carry the weight of the G8693. If you question the strength of your workbench, you can opt to reinforce it, or consider securing the Mini Shaper on a freestanding bench like Grizzly’s Shop Fox...
Be certain the safety glass- es you wear meet the appropriate stan- dards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Fence Assembly Ring Guard Lock Knob Spindle Adjustment Knob G8693 Mini Shaper...
“off” posi- tion and pull the switch key. See Figure 8. Figure 8. Switch Assembly With locking key. G8693 Mini Shaper Fence The entire Fence Assembly (REF 64) can be moved by loosening the two outer knobs and slid- ing the Fence in the slots until the desired posi- tion is reached.
See Figure 11. Spindle cutters can be raised by using the collar (REF 59) provided. Insert Installed Spindle Height ⁄ ''. The large knob on the rear of the Shaper/ Figure 11. Spindle height locking knobs. G8693 Mini Shaper...
When making adjustments or setting the cutter, the Ring Guard can be loosened and rotated out of the way. Figure 12. G8693 Mini Shaper Keyed Washers The keyed Washer must be directly under the JAM NUT; otherwise, the nut may loosen and serious injury may result.
Figure 15. -18- Using Router Bits The G8693 Mini Shaper is equipped with a removable power cord let. See Figure 16. Before making any adjustments or conversions to...
In this situation and when a heavy cut must be made, it is advisable to make a series of light cuts. Make the final cut by removing ⁄ '' or less material. G8693 Mini Shaper -19-...
Two common methods to reduce this problem are: 1. Cut the workpiece about ⁄ after shaping. 2. Clamp a piece of scrap to the trailing edge of the workpiece while shaping. See Figure 17. Figure 17. G8693 Mini Shaper '' oversize and trim...
Use of a Wet-Dry Vac will virtually eliminate the chance of clogging. Never leave hose connected to the machine dur- ing operation if a vac is not turned on. The hose and machine will clog with chips. -22- G8693 Mini Shaper...
Clean frequently with Gum and Pitch Remover. The table and other non-painted surfaces on the Model G8693 should be protected against rust and pitting. Wiping the Shaper clean after every use ensures that moisture from wood dust isn’t allowed to trap moisture against bare metal sur- faces.
Washington location using the address in Section 3:GENERAL INFORMATION. The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G8693 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, due to Grizzly’s policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at any time with no obli- gation on the part of Grizzly.
Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the manual. Thank you again for your business and continued support. We hope to serve you again soon. -28- G8693 Mini Shaper...
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