Commentary.2 - Grizzly G1538 Instruction Manual

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II. COMMENTARY
With the addition of our 16" G1538 Bandsaw, we now have a full complement of bandsaws to
choose from. This saw offers the rugged reiiabiiity of our 18" Bandsaw at a very competitive
price, while only reducing its size 2".
The cast iron construction of the main frame offers stabiiity and strength. The inciusion of the
3-speed puliey and an increased cutting height makes this machine a versatile wood cutting tool.
The saw comes standard with stand, fence, miter, motor, guards, and a complete electrical
package. All bearings on this equipment are shielded and require no maintenance on your part
for life. Other points of maintenance are few and simple to attend to.
The G1538 Bandsaw is a simple, fundamental machine - a plus in any workshop. Given
reasonabie care and maintenance, we are confident that your new Bandsaw wili provide years of
enjoyabie, dependable service.
If you are a novice woodworker, there is quite a bit of reading material on sawing techniques
availabie through woodworking magazines and trade journals. Another good source is your
local library. Also by talking with a vocational instructor or professional woodworker, you can
receive ail kinds of hints, tricks, and techniques to assist you in your endeavor.
Before we go to work, here are a few thoughts we want to share with you.
A lot of the parts on the Bandsaw are made of steel sheet metal, which, as you may know, is
subject to "spring-back" when it is formed in the manufacturing process. Therefore, do not be
overly concerned if one or more parts need to be "tweaked" to get the holes to line up, say for a
bolt. On the other hand, don't be brutal in forcing the parts together. Chances are that if the parts
in question realiy do not want to go together, they're not supposed to. Common sense is your best
guide here, and of course, it goes without saying, cali us or write if you think you've got a problem.
All stamped sheet metal parts have a sharp burr edge on them after they are made. The
manufacturer's job, of course, is to remove these. Generally, our supplier does an excellent job of
doing exactly that. Nonetheless, occasionally one or two "slivers" will sneak through. Please
check out the edges before running your finger or the palm of your hand down them, OK?
It is necessary to be thoroughly familiar with a power tool before attempting to operate it. Safe
operation on any tool depends heavily on the familiarity one has for the product. Take as much
time as necessary in becoming familiar with the Model G1538. The time you invest before you
begin to use this machine wili be time weil spent. Read and apply the safety rules.
The specifications, drawings, and photographs put forth in this manual represent the Model
G1538, as supplied when this manual was prepared. However, owing to GRIZZLY'S policy of
continuous improvement, changes to the Model G1538 may be made at any time with no
obligation on the part of GRIZZLY.
The information contained in this manual has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable
and as up-to-date as possible. This manual is not intended to serve as a complete guide for
bandsawing techniques. The focus is on proper set up and safety concerns that are required in
the use of the Model G1538. GRIZZLY also cautions, it cannot be assumed that all acceptable
safety measures are listed or that other additional measures are not needed under particular or
exceptional circumstances or conditions.