OFF. are complete. Visit our site often to check for the latest updates to this manual! the platen on the Model g1140 can be adjusted for horizontal face sanding. after the table is tilted contact info...
O. leadscrew Bracket lock handle p. leadscrew Bracket Q. table height handwheel R. table Bracket S. Work table end table u. table tilt lock Bolt (Model g1140) v. table tilt lock handle (Model g1140) g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G1140 6" X 80" FLOOR MODEL EDGE SANDER Product Dimensions: Weight................................240 lbs. Length/Width/Height..........................47 x 20 x 49 in.
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 7/14/2008 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G1140 PAGE 2 OF 2 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 7/14/2008 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G1531 PAGE 1 OF 2 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 7/14/2008 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G1531 PAGE 2 OF 2 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
6-15 plug & outlet electrician! for 220V NOTICE the Model G1140/G1531 is prewired for figure 1. recommended plug types. 220v. if you plan to operate the machine at 110v, the motor must be rewired (see Extension cords pages 41 &...
Otherwise, filing a freight claim can be difficult. When you are completely satisfied with the condi- tion of your shipment, inventory the contents. -12- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
Lock entrances to the shop or disable start switch or power connection to prevent unsupervised use. figure 2. Cleaner/degreaser available from grizzly. -15- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
6. installing sanding belt. tension lever to line up with the thread in the yoke. -16- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
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1" away from the main roller and fasten to the sander using the two pre-installed "-18 hex bolts and flat washers, as shown in figure 8. figure 8. dust hood installed. -17- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
Connect the machine to the power source. even spaces on Both top and Bottom figure 10. example of sanding belt centered on main roller (dust hood removed for clarity). -18- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
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Call tech support for result in severe personal injury. help. -19- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
(figure 13), but do not tighten the hex nut (figure 16). thread the handwheel down yet; the brace will require further adjustment until it touches the top of the leadscrew later. bracket. -20- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
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17. Checking table bracket for parallelism. figure 19. Work table installed. Note: You can use an " or " hex wrench as a gauge to set the distance between the table and sanding belt. -21- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
Make sure tables do not come in contact sanding the ends of workpieces at least 8'' with rotating sanding belt. long. do not use it as a back stop. figure 22. Miter gauge installed. -22- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
Consult an expert or purchase a good dust collection "how-to" book. to connect a dust collection hose: DO NOt attempt to operate the Model G1140 without this back stop in place and properly Fit the 4" dust hose over the dust port, and secure adjusted as described above.
Regardless of the content in this section, Grizzly industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of train- ing. figure 27. trunnion lock handles.
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30. Belt tracking and tension controls. figure 28. table height controls. platen tilt (Model G1140 Only): to tilt the End table: to adjust the end table height, loosen platen, loosen the table tilt lock handle and lock...
Serious personal figure 33. typical edge sanding method. injury may result. figure 35. example of contour sanding method. figure 34. typical end grain sanding method using miter gauge. -26- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
Model g1140/g1531 with perform the belt pre-tracking precedure (refer a 6" x 80" sanding belt. grizzly carries a wide vari- to pre-tracking belt on page 18). ety of aluminum oxide sanding belts for your edge sander (refer to Accessories on page 29).
" x 1 " x 8 ") G1512—Large: (2 " x 2" x 12") figure 42. recommended products for protect- ing unpainted cast iron/steel part on machinery. figure 40. pro-stik Belt Cleaners. ® -29- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
• Clean/vacuum dust buildup off motor. cleaning Cleaning the Model g1140/g1531 is relatively easy. Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. if any resin has built up, use a resin dissolving cleaner to remove it.
4. Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover. 4. replace dented fan cover; replace loose/damaged fan. 5. Motor bearings are at fault. 5. test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft requires bearing replacement. -32- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
Steps 3 & 4 and examine the belt tension, and remove the idler roller the effect of the tension adjustment on your guard and back stop (Model g1140). belt. repeat the adjustment procedure if nec- essary. open the dust hood, then remove the sand- ing belt from the sander.
Move the tension lever to the tension posi- Note: It may be necessary to slightly adjust tion. the tension nut to make the table fit. -35- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
First, check the platen-to-roller relationship to see if you need to make the adjustments. tools Needed straightedge ............1 Wrench 8mm ............. 1 Wrench 12mm ........... 1 Wrench 14mm ........... 1 -37- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
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52. example of checking bottom of roller at both the top and bottom are more platen-to-roller. or less than ". action: adjust the idler roller (refer to instructions on page 39). -38- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
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(refer to page 28) 3-5. before resuming sanding operations. replace the sanding belt and dust port, and retrack the sanding belt (refer to page 28) before resuming sanding operations. -39- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
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Step 7. replace the sanding belt and dust port, and retrack the sanding belt (refer to page 28) before resuming sanding operations. figure 55. hex bolts that secure platen for adjustments. -40- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
The motor wiring shown here is current at the time of printing, but it match your machine. Always use the wiring diagram inside the motor junction box. figure 56. g1140 motor wiring, prewired 220V. figure 57. g1140 capacitor. -41- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
The motor wiring shown here is current at the time of printing, but it match your machine. Always use the wiring diagram inside the motor junction box. figure 58. g1531 motor wiring, prewired 220V. figure 59. g1531 capacitor. -42- g1140/g1531 6" X 80" edge sander...
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