Dust Collection; Checking Gearbox Oil Level - Grizzly G0453ZX Owner's Manual

Dust Collection

This machine creates a lot of wood chips/
dust during operation. Breathing airborne
dust on a regular basis can result in perma-
nent respiratory illness. Reduce your risk
by wearing a respirator and capturing the
dust with a dust-collection system.
Minimum CFM at Dust Port:
• G0453ZX: 400 CFM
• G0454ZX: 600 CFM
Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with
the rating of the dust collector. To determine the
CFM at the dust port, you must consider these
variables: (1) CFM rating of the dust collector,
(2) hose type and length between the dust col-
lector and the machine, (3) number of branches
or wyes, and (4) amount of other open lines
throughout the system. Explaining how to cal-
culate these variables is beyond the scope of
this manual. Consult an expert or purchase a
good dust collection "how-to" book.
To connect dust collection system to machine:
Fit dust hose over dust port, as shown in
1.
Figure 15, and secure in place with a hose
clamp.
Tug hose to make sure it does not come off.
2.
Note: A tight fit is necessary for proper
performance.
Figure 15. Dust hose attached to dust port.
Model G0453ZX/G0454ZX (Mfd. Since 01/24)
Checking Gearbox
Oil Level
Before starting your machine for the first time,
check the gearbox oil level. The proper oil level is
just even with the bottom of the fill plug hole. The
gearbox uses ISO 320 gear oil. DO NOT mix oil
types.
Note: For easier access to the fill plug, remove
chain drive cover (see Figure 16).
To check gearbox oil level:
Remove gearbox fill plug (see Figure 16).
1.
Chain Drive
Cover
Figure 16. Location of gearbox fill plug.
Dip short end of a clean 6mm hex wrench
2.
inside fill hole, and then remove it.
— If the end of the hex wrench is coated
with oil, then the gearbox oil level is okay.
Replace the fill plug and continue setup.
— If the end of the hex wrench is not coated
with oil, then you need to add more oil.
Refer to Gearbox Oil on Page 35 for
instructions on how to do this.
Note: We recommend that you replace the gear-
box oil after the first 20 hours of operation. This is
a normal break-in procedure and will help maxi-
mize the service life of the machine by flushing
away any particles from the break-in and manu-
facturing process.
Fill Plug
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