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Grizzly G0973 Owner's Manual

Grizzly G0973 Owner's Manual

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MODEL G0973
40" HEAVY-DUTY
ENGLISH WHEEL
OWNER'S MANUAL
(For models manufactured since 09/23)
COPYRIGHT © FEBRUARY, 2024 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
#KS22966 PRINTED IN CHINA
V1.02.24
***Keep for Future Reference***

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  • Page 1 (For models manufactured since 09/23) COPYRIGHT © FEBRUARY, 2024 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. #KS22966 PRINTED IN CHINA V1.02.24...
  • Page 2 This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation, electrocution, or death.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..........................2 Contact Info ..........................2 Manual Accuracy .........................2 Identification ..........................3 Controls & Components ......................4 Machine Data Sheet ........................5 SECTION 1: SAFETY ........................6 Safety Instructions for Machinery ....................6 Additional Safety for English Wheels ..................8 SECTION 2: SETUP ......................... 9 Needed for Setup ........................9 Unpacking ...........................9 Inventory ............................10...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    ID label (see below). This information is required for us to provide proper tech support, and it helps us determine if updated documentation is available for your machine. Manufacture Date Serial Number Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 5: Identification

    Lower Wheel Storage Bracket Upper Wheel Lower Wheel Lower Wheel Lower Wheel Axle Bracket Quick-Release Support Leg (1 of 2) Kick Wheel To reduce your risk of serious injury, read this entire manual BEFORE using machine. Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 6: Controls & Components

    Kick Wheel: Rotate clockwise to raise lower Main Components wheel, and counterclockwise to lower the lower wheel. G. Support Leg (1 of 2): Stabilizes frame and provides mounting holes for securing machine to floor. Figure 1. Main components. Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 7: Machine Data Sheet

    Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0973 40" HEAVY-DUTY ENGLISH WHEEL MODEL G0973 HEAVY-DUTY ENGLISH WHEEL Product Dimensions: Weight ..................................1081 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height ................35-1/2 x 61 x 73-1/2 in.

  • Page 8: Section 1: Safety

    Never operate under the influence of drugs or injury or blindness from flying particles. Everyday alcohol, when tired, or when distracted. eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses. Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)
  • Page 9 EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time debris. Make sure they are properly installed, you experience difficulties performing the intend- undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our operating machine. Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 10: Additional Safety For English Wheels

    If normal safety pre- Failure to do so could result in serious per- cautions are overlooked or ignored, serious sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor personal injury may occur. work results. Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 11: Section 2: Setup

    IMPORTANT: Save all packaging materials until you are completely satisfied with the machine and have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack- aging to file a freight claim. It is also extremely helpful if you need to return your machine later.

  • Page 12: Inventory

    N. Lower Wheel, 8" Radius, 3" Diameter ..1 O. Lower Wheel, 6" Radius, 3" Diameter ..1 Lower Wheel, 4" Radius, 3" Diameter ..1 Q. Lower Wheel, 2" Radius, 3 ⁄ " Diameter ..1 Figure 4. Lower wheel inventory. -10- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 13: Cleanup

    Figure 5. T23692 Orange Power Degreaser. Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean, then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality metal protectant to prevent rust. -11- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 14: Site Considerations

    Only install in an or remove doors/covers as required by the main- access restricted location. tenance and service described in this manual. See below for required space allocation. Keep Area Unobstructed 35½" 61" Figure 6. Working clearances. -12- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 15: Lifting & Placing

    (or other lifting equipment) rated for weight of this machine. The Model G0973 requires the use of lifting equip- ment such as a forklift, engine hoist, or boom crane. DO NOT attempt to lift or move machine without necessary assistance from other people.

  • Page 16: Anchoring To Floor

    Lag Shield Anchor Concrete Drilled Hole Figure 9. Popular method for anchoring Lower Wheel machinery to a concrete floor. Storage Bracket Axle Channels Facing Up Figure 10. Example of lower wheel storage bracket installed. -14- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)
  • Page 17 (see Figure 12). Figure 13. Hairpin securing upper wheel. IMPORTANT: Use a rubber mallet to help seat axle in upper wheel. DO NOT force upper wheel axle through wheel bearings or damage to bearings may occur. -15- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 18: Section 3: Operations

    Read books/magazines or get formal training before beginning any proj- ects. Regardless of the content in this sec- tion, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training. -16- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 19: Selecting Lower Wheels

    " wide. The wider the flat area, the wider tour you desire (see Figure 14). the track produced on the workpiece. See Figure 15 for more detailed specifications of each wheel included with the Model G0973. Flat Figure 14. Lower wheels. WHEEL DESIGNATION...

  • Page 20: Installing/Removing Lower Wheel

    Rotate kick wheel a few turns to lower the Lower lower wheel bracket (see Figure 16). Wheel Axle Lower Wheel Bracket Figure 18. Lower wheel axle fully seated in wheel axle yokes. Kick Wheel Figure 16. Lower wheel components location. -18- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 21: Adjusting Quick-Release Hub

    ". Surface Tools Needed Quick- Combo Tool ............1 Release To adjust quick-release hub: Turn quick-release hub clockwise or coun- terclockwise to tilt lower wheel bracket (see Figure 22. Quick-release hub components. Figure 20). -19- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 22: Tracking Tips

    Many passes through removal of excess material, if needed. the wheels with gradual increases in pres- sure and lower wheel radii will produce good results and reduce the risk of damaging the workpiece surface. -20- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 23: Tracking Patterns

    Figure 25. CAUTION: Move your hands out of wheel pathway so you do not pinch them! Panel Movement Push workpiece forward to stop point (see Figure 25). Figure 27. Wheels moved to next point. -21- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)
  • Page 24 Direction to Turn Workpiece Figure 29. Zigzagging while feeding workpiece to other side. Note: Try keeping tracks close to each other. Use a non-permanent marker to mark lines in a consistent pattern. Figure 31. Star pattern. -22- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)
  • Page 25 Roll workpiece from inside line on one side to inside line on opposite side (see Figure 34). Figure 32. Example of rolling outside to outside line. Figure 34. Example of rolling inside to inside line. -23- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)
  • Page 26 Figure 37, B) so the workpiece is equally covered by both sets of tracks (see Figure 37, C). 90° Figure 35. Staggered pattern, showing line sets. Figure 37. Crisscrossing tracks. Figure 36. Staggered pattern shown without line sets. -24- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 27: Section 4: Accessories

    18 gauge in stainless, at up to To reduce this risk, only install accessories 150 inches per minute. recommended for this machine by Grizzly. NOTICE Refer to our website or latest catalog for additional recommended accessories.
  • Page 28 " NPT fitting, plug the cutter into your standard 120V household power, and you're ready to go. Figure 42. D4132 4-Head Suction Cup. Figure 44. G0878 40A Plasma Cutter. www.grizzly.com 1-800-523-4777 order online at or call -26- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 29: Section 5: Maintenance

    Schedule Since all bearings on the Model G0973 are sealed and permanently lubricated, simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced. DO NOT For optimum performance from this machine, this lubricate them.

  • Page 30: Lubrication

    Lubrication Frequency ......Monthly Figure 48. Lower wheel adjustment shaft Apply a thin coat of grease to the quick-release lubrication points. hub where it contacts the bottom of the lower wheel bracket, as shown in Figure 47. -28- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 31: Section 6: Service

    3. Increase pressure on workpiece. Quick-release 1. Lower wheel bracket binds. 1. Lubricate quick-release hub components (Page 28). hub will not 2. Quick-release hub binds. 2. Lubricate quick-release hub components (Page 28). engage, or has trouble engaging. -29- Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23)

  • Page 32: Section 7: Parts

    SECTION 7: PARTS We do our best to stock replacement parts when possible, but we cannot guarantee that all parts shown are available for purchase. Call (800) 523-4777 or visit www.grizzly.com/parts to check for availability. Main -30- BUY PARTS ONLINE AT GRIZZLY.COM! Model G0973 (Mfd.
  • Page 33 LOWER WHEEL, DOMED 24" RADIUS P0973026 BUSHING, COPPER P0973054 LOWER WHEEL, DOMED 36" RADIUS P0973027 WHEEL AXLE YOKE P0973055 LOWER WHEEL, 3" FLAT P0973028 SPACER -31- BUY PARTS ONLINE AT GRIZZLY.COM! Model G0973 (Mfd. Since 09/23) Scan QR code to visit our Parts Store.

  • Page 34: Labels & Cosmetics

    Safety labels help reduce the risk of serious injury caused by machine hazards. If any label comes off or becomes unreadable, the owner of this machine MUST replace it in the original location before resuming operations. For replacements, contact (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com. -32- BUY PARTS ONLINE AT GRIZZLY.COM!

  • Page 35: Warranty & Returns

    WARRANTY & RETURNS Grizzly Industrial, 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 misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance. This is Grizzly’s sole written warranty...

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