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Model g0554 has been changed as of August, 2008. the changes to the spindle motor wiring diagram and parts listing are included in this manual insert. Keep this insert with your original Model G0554 Owner's Manual for future reference. If you have any additional questions about this manual insert for the Model G0554, contact our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663 or email techsupport@grizzly.com.
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MOTOR 3HP 220V 1PH V2.08.08 941-4V2 P0554941-4V2 S CAPACITOR 800M 250V V2.08.08 941-1v2 P0554941-1V2 MOTOR FAN COVER V2.08.08 941-6V2 P0554941-6V2 R CAPACITOR 60M 250V V2.08.08 941-2V2 P0554941-2V2 MOTOR FAN V2.08.08 941-7V2 P0554941-7V2 WIRING JUNCTION BOX V2.08.08 941-3V2 P0554941-3V2 CAPACITOR COVER V2.08.08 g0554 Manual insert...
Foreword contact info We are proud to offer the Model g0554 gear- if you have any comments regarding this manual, head Floor lathe. this machine is part of a grow- please write to us at the address below: ing grizzly family of fine metalworking machinery.
MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0554 14" X 40" LATHE Product Dimensions: Weight................................2191 lbs. Length/Width/Height........................80 x 29-1/2 x 45 in. Foot Print (Length/Width)........................73-1/2 x 19 in.
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 5/26/2006 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G0554 PAGE 2 OF 3 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Figure 1. the Model g0554 gear-head Floor lathe. tailstock A. headstock M. tailstock handwheel b. spindle N. Bed Ways c. three-Jaw Chuck O. Bed D. tool post p. gap Bed E. Work light Q. rack Coolant hose R. longitudinal lead screw G.
M. Threading chart: shows lever and knob Lead Selection Knob is locked in position. combinations for feed and threading opera- tions. Feed/Lead Selector Lever: used for set- ting up power feed or threading operations in conjunction with threading charts. g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Figure 3. Model g0554 Carriage controls. A. compound Rest: Adjustable to 120°. G. Thread Dial: used in conjunction with thread cutting. b. compound Handwheel: graduated to 0.001" or 0.02 mm. H. Thread Dial chart: Keys for inputting the desired angle of the saw blade.
Maintain your lathe in proper working condi- tion. perform routine inspections and main- tenance promptly when needed. put away adjustment tools after use. -11- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Become familiar with these terms for assembling, adjusting or operating this machine. your safety is Very important to us at grizzly! Arbor: A machine shaft that supports a cutting workpiece in place during cutting operation tool.
Amperage Draw Electrocution or fire could result if this machine is the Model g0554 motor draws the following not grounded correctly amps under maximum load: or if your electrical con- figuration does not com- Motor draw at 220V.......
Wear safety glasses dur- Unpacking ing the entire setup pro- cess! The Model G0554 was carefully packed when it left our warehouse. If you discover the machine The Model G0554 is is damaged after you have signed for delivery, extremely...
M. handwheel handles ........2 Main crate: (Figures 5 & 6) N. open end Wrenches 9/11, 10/12, 12/14, A. Model g0554 gear head lathe ....1 17/14mm ........... 1 each b. 12" Faceplate ..........1 O. hex Wrenches 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, & 8mm ..
Figure 12. Apron oil sight and fill locations. Figure 14. power light. if necessary, fill the headstock and apron with sAe 20W or iso 68 non-detergent gear oil, or an equivalent lubricant. see Lubrication on page 46 for more information. -18- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
OFF and the spindle should come to an immediate stop. test the emergency stop Button. the lathe should shut OFF immediately. -19- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
SEcTiON 4: OpERATiONS Operation Safety General the Model g0554 will perform many types of operations that are beyond the scope of this man- ual. Many of these operations can be dangerous Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could or deadly if performed incorrectly.
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Note: These cam-locks may be very tight. A breaker bar may be used to add leverage. Figure 17. installing and removing a small chuck. -21- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
(see Figure 18). Figure 19. tightening the cam-locks. Reversing Jaws the three-jaw scroll chucks on the Model g0554 are reversible to hold larger workpieces. Figure 18. Measuring height of cam-lock studs. To reverse the jaws:...
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—if the workpiece is off center, loosen the jaws and adjust the workpiece. —if the workpiece is seated correctly, tighten the jaws. -23- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
(see Figures 25 & 26). Check frequently to make sure you have not wandered off your center point due to applying too much pressure to a single jaw. -24- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
For more objects from a lathe can information refer to centers in this section on cause serious injury or page 30. death to the operator and to bystanders many feet away. -25- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Gap Removal Tailstock the Model g0554 comes equipped with a gap Quill Feed section below the spindle that can be removed for turning large diameter parts or when using a large diameter faceplate. the gap is installed, then ground at the factory during lathe assembly for precise fit and align- ment.
(see Figure 34). the tailstock on the Model g0554 is aligned at the factory with the headstock. We recommend that you take the time to ensure that the tailstock is aligned to your own desired tolerances.
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(see Figure 37). 0.010" off of the diameter and check for a taper. repeat this process as necessary until the desired amount of accuracy is achieved. Figure 37. tailstock adjustment option #1. -29- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Figure 41. steady rest adjustments. tact surface. loosen the knurled screw and open the steady rest so a workpiece can fit inside of the fingers (see Figure 42). -31- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Four-Way Tool post Foot brake the four-way tool post is mounted on top of the the Model g0554 lathe comes equipped with compound slide, and allows a maximum of four a foot brake (see Figure 46). the foot brake is tools to be loaded simultaneously.
Angle adjustment is controlled by cap screws on the base of the compound slide. -34- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
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50) to the appropriate rpM setting. refer to Figure 49 for available rpM and the selector combinations. Note: You may need to rotate the spindle by hand to get the levers to properly engage. SpEEDS LEvERS 1800 1280 Figure 49. rpM chart. -35- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
(see Figure 51). Cross Feed Note: These instructions are valid with a counterclockwise rotation of the spindle. All directions reverse when spindle rotation is reversed. longitudinal Feed Figure 52. power feed lever settings. -36- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Figure 53. Feed rod lock knob. examine the feed/thread chart (Figure 55) to determine the correct lever combination for the desired feedrate. Figure 55. Feed and thread Chart in ipr, tpi and metric pitch. -37- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Move the selectors to the appropriate letter/ number setting by rotating the handle left or the Model g0554 lathe is capable of cutting inch right. and metric threads. Most inch threads can be cut without changing gears. Metric threads and...
Note: Setting the gears too tight will cause excessive wear and noise. Setting the gears too loose may cause slippage and possibly break gear teeth. Close the end cover door and reconnect power to the machine. -39- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
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10. if cutting metric threads, you will not use the tion by engaging the half nut lever shown in thread dial. once the half nut is engaged, you Figure 59. must leave it engaged until the threads are complete. -40- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
ACCessories SEcTiON 5: AccESSORiES this section includes the most common accessories available for this lathe through the grizzly catalog, online at www.grizzly.com, or by calling 1-800-523-4777. G7895—citrus Degreaser G2871—boeshield T-9 12 oz Spray ® this citrus based degreaser is perfect for clean- G2870—boeshield...
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0.001" and can measure outside surfaces, inside for precision turning. surfaces, and heights/depths. Features stainless steel, shock resistant construction and a dust See the current Grizzly catalog for a full line of proof display. An absolute treat for the perfection- 5-c collets. ist! Figure 66.
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64C. tools with carbide inserts, hex wrench, extra hold- down screws and a wooden case. Figure 69. h5687 pre-ground tool Bit set. Figure 71. g5640 5 pc. indexable tool set. -43- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
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" x 4½", holder is 2¼" x ½", uses centers! these bent tail lathe dogs are made of ⁄ " tool bits. durable cast iron and feature square head bolts. Figure 73. h2996 double ended Boring Bar. Figure 75. h2987-91 lathe dogs. -44- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
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A super blend of quality and convenience, this live center set offers seven interchangeable tips. high-quality needle bearings prolong tool life and special tool steel body and tips are precision ground. supplied in wooden box. Figure 77. g1070 live Center set. -45- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Change Coolant As needed. or similar lubricant. headstock oil Fill cleaning Cleaning the Model g0554 is relatively easy. Make sure to unplug the lathe before cleaning it. Clean your machine every day or more often headstock oil sight glass as needed. remove chips as they accumulate.
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• Cross Feed handwheel Apron oil sight glass Apron oil drain Figure 81. Apron lubrication locations. NOTICE Failure to follow lubrication guidelines will lead to rapid deterioration of lathe compo- nents. Figure 82. Ball fitting locations. -47- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
1st and 2nd stage separators. Clean out any remaining debris. Fill the reservoir with approximately three gallons of coolant solution. Closely follow the coolant manufacturer's instructions for mix- ing. -48- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
4. gear setup is too tight, causing them to bind. 4. readjust the gear setup with a small amount of cut. backlash so the gears move freely and smoothly when the chuck is rotated by hand. -49- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
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Carriage won't 1. gears are not all engaged. 1. Adjust gear positions. feed. 2. gears are broken. 2. replace. 3. loose screw on the feed handle. 3. tighten. -50- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
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1. Quill lock knob is tightened down. 1. turn knob counterclockwise. not feed out of tailstock. unplug your machine dur- ing all service procedures! ignoring this warning may lead to serious personal injury. -51- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Note: Avoid the temptation to overtighten the socket head cap screw. Overtightening will cause excessive wear to the sliding block and lead screw. -52- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
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Block tighten the front gib screw a quarter turn (see Figure 88. tailstock nut and gib adjustment. Figure 87). Figure 87. Front cross feed and compound rest gib screws. -53- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
V-belts by loosening the motor mount hex nut (see Figure 89). pulley Belt press ⁄ " Motor Motor pulley Mount Figure 89. V-belt adjustments. -54- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
Coolant pump thermal overload Control system spindle Motor step down transformer thermal overload Control system Fuses terminal Bar ground Block Main power switch Figure 94. Model g0554 electrical panel. Figure 95. Model g0554 electrical schematic. -56- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 16 P0554160 BALANCE SPACE P0554129 COMPRESSION SPRING P0554161 BALANCE BLOCK P0554130 CAMLOCK SET PIN PSS04M SET SCREW M6-1 X 12 P0554131 CAMLOCK PSS14M SET SCREW M8-1.25 X 12 P0554132 SPINDLE PVA67 V-BELT PVA67 -61- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
PSB11M CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 16 PK97M KEY 4 X 4 X 14 P0554637 SWIVEL SLIDE PS12M PHLP HD SCR M3-.5 X 6 P0554638 SCALE P0554619 NAME PLATE PS12M PHLP HD SCR M3-.5 X 6 -73- g0554 gear-head Floor lathe...
MuST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine. if any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REpLAcE that label before using the machine again. contact Grizzly at (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com to order new labels. -85-...
WARRANTy AND 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.