INTRODUCTION Foreword Contact Info We are proud to offer the Model G0603X 25" If you have any comments regarding this manual, Extreme Series Planer. This machine is part of please write to us at the address below: a growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery.
Identification of Planer Features Figure 1. Model G0603X feature identification. A. Feed Rate Control B. Headstock Cover Latches C. Dust Hood and Port D. Digital Control E. Power/Table Control Table Elevation Scale G. Electrical Box Access Panel (top right side) H.
Identification of Controls Figure 2. Model G0603X power/table control. Figure 3. Model G0603X digital control. A. Table Up Button: Raises the planer table E. Target LED Window: Shows the target table when pressed. When used in conjunction position value entered on the keypad.
Identification of Planing Components Workpiece Figure 4. Model G0603X workpiece path and major planing components (side cutaway view). A. Anti-Kickback Fingers: Provide additional E. Pressure Bar: Stabilizes the workpiece as it safety for the operator. leaves the cutterhead and assists in deflect- ing wood particles toward the dust hood.
If normal safety Failure to do so could result in serious per- precautions are overlooked or ignored, seri- sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor work results. ous personal injury may occur. -10- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
Amperage Draw conductor increases the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or one of The Model G0603X features a 220/440V motor our service personnel if you do not understand that is prewired for 220V and draws the following...
Refer to the Wiring Diagrams included with this manual, starting on Page 48. � � The necessary overload relays for changing the Model G0603X from 220V to 440V are included with the planer. �� ���� ���� ��...
General Inspection This planer is a heavy machine (2217 lbs. ship- ping weight). DO NOT The Model G0603X was carefully packed when it over-exert yourself while left our warehouse. If you discover the machine unpacking or moving your is damaged after you have signed for delivery, machine—use power lift-...
After all the parts have been removed from the two boxes, you should have the following items: Inventory: (Figure 8) A. Model G0603X Planer (not shown) .... 1 B. Infeed and Outfeed Extension Wings (not shown) ..........2 C. Dust Hood (not shown) ......1 D.
Some residential floors may require additional Grizzly’s G7895 Degreaser. To clean thoroughly, reinforcement to support both the machine and some parts may need to be removed. For opti- operator.
������ Figure 10. Location of lifting straps. Position lifting straps, your lifting device, and The Model G0603X weighs 2217 lbs. (ship- your assistant to support the planer in a verti- ping weight). You will need power lifting cal and stable position.
Mounting to Shop Floor The Model G0603X should be mounted to the floor. Because floor materials may vary, floor mounting hardware is not included. Bolting to Concrete Floors Lag shield anchors with lag bolts (see Figure 11) and anchor studs (see Figure 12) are two popular methods for anchoring an object to a concrete Figure 12.
Figure 13) with the hex bolts and the flat washers. Hand tighten the bolts for now. Install the set screws (see Figure 13) in the holes in the bottom of the wings. Figure 14. Leveling extension wings and table. -18- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
Components and Hardware Needed: Dust Hood ............1 Hex Wrench 4mm ..........1 DO NOT operate the Model G0603X without Button Head Cap Screws M6-1 x 12 ....8 an adequate dust collection system. This Lock Washers 6mm ........... 8 planer creates substantial amounts of wood Flat Washers 6mm ..........
Now is the time to connect your planer to the Drain Oil Plug power source. Make sure you have read CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS on Page 11 before doing so. Figure 17. Cutterhead/feed gearbox fill and drain oil plugs (upper left access panel removed). -20- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
—If you need any help with your planer call our Tech Support at (570) 546-9663. Use the green TABLE UP and TABLE DOWN buttons on the power/table control to raise and lower the table, and repeat Step 6 for each direction. -21- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
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The table should stop by itself just before making contact with the headstock. Using the TABLE DOWN button, lower the table all the way. The table should stop by itself at the lowest limit for the table. -22- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
SECTION 4: OPERATIONS Operation Safety Table Handwheel The Model G0603X table elevation can be adjust- ed manually with the handwheel or with the power controls. Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could result from using this machine without Table elevation can be measured with the verti- proper protective gear.
Note: To cancel the table movement before it has � � � ����� reached the target value, press the STOP key � . To restart the procedure, you will have to re- ��� � ���� enter the target value again. -25- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
(such as rain or snow), will plane poorly a good cutting depth. and cause excessive wear to the cutters and motor. Excess moisture can also hasten rust and corrosion of the planer and/or individual components. -27- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
The height of the table rollers will vary, depending on the condition of the wood you intend to plane. The Model G0603X power feed features three When planing rough cut stock, set the rollers high feed rates—20, 25, and 30 FPM. Use the different to keep the lumber from dragging along the bed.
Inspect and clean feed rollers. sioning them. • Perform Safety Features Test (Page 21). The Model G0603X planer uses three V-belts to Monthly Check: drive the cutterhead, and one V-belt to drive the • Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside cabi- feed rollers.
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Adjust the tension of all four V-belts as While maintaining the above position of the described in the next set of procedures. tension assembly, retighten the two cap screws. -31- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
Lubrication The Model G0603X features factory-sealed bear- Elevation Screw ings. A sealed bearing requires no lubrication dur- Housing Bracket ing its lifetime. Should a bearing fail, your planer will probably develop a noticeable rumble/vibra- tion, which will increase when the machine is put Rubber under load.
3. Replace V-belts (Page 30). Vibration when running or cutting. 1. Loose or damaged cutterhead. 1. Tighten or replace cutterhead. 2. Replace (Page 30). 2. Damaged V-belt. 3. Worn cutterhead bearings. 3. Check/replace cutterhead bearings. -33- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
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3. Cutting depth too shallow. 3. Increase the depth of cut. Chip Marks (inconsistent pattern). 1. Chips aren't being properly expelled 1. Use a dust collection system rated for planer (Page 19). from the cutterhead. -34- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
Torx screw to 48-50 inch/pounds. Reference Dot Note: Excess oil may squeeze between the cutter and cutterhead, thereby lifting the cutter slightly and affecting workpiece finishes. Figure 26. Cutter rotating sequence. -35- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
If the table is not within the maximum allowable tolerance, it must be adjusted. Move the idler sprocket against the chain to remove any slack. Tighten idler assembly hex nut. Install the bottom rear access panel. -36- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
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Note: The slight deformation of the rubber elevation screw cover is normal and will not Figure 29. Cutterhead carbide insert at bottom affect table movement. dead center (BDC). Retighten the cap screws holding the bracket in place. -37- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
Jam Nut Figure 33. Pressure bar jam nut and set screw (one side shown). -38- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
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Using the handwheel, adjust the table and use the feeler gauge until there is a 0.020" gap between the edge of a carbide insert at BDC (reference instructions on Page 37) and the wood blocks. -39- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
Replace and tighten the cap screws Adjust the pointer and retighten the cap removed in Step 3a. screws. Cap Screw Metal Shims (if needed) Figure 36. Chipbreaker mounting to headstock casting (right side shown). -40- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
Using the table handwheel, move the table up and down to ensure that the gibs are not binding on the table ways. -41- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
The pulleys are properly aligned when they are parallel and in the same plane as each other. The Model G0603X provides an anti-kickback Looking down across the outside faces of the pul- system as a safety feature. The anti-kickback...
Tension require- Figure 43. Adjusting tension springs. ments will be different for rough lumber and milled lumber. Replace both access panels. To adjust infeed roller tension: DISCONNECT PLANER FROM POWER! -43- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
Note: To reduce the tension, lengthen the shorten the spring (see Figure 43 on Page 43). spring. Conversely, to increase the tension, shorten the spring (see Figure 43 on Page 43). Replace both access panels. -44- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
���� ��� � ���� � � � Note: If this procedure is successful, an � ��� � LED in the top target window will blink, and "OriGin" will appear in the top target window. -45- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
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SPONGE 40 X 10 X 2 P0603X070 WAVY WASHER P0603X257 HEX BOLT M10-1.5 X 70 P0603X095 SHAFT P0603X262 PAD 33 X 10 X 2 PRP94M ROLL PIN 5 X 14 P0603X267 IDLER SPROCKET P0603X101 RIGHT COLUMN -56- G0603X 25" Extreme Series Planer...
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. -65-...
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.
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