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MODEL G5955 HEAVY DUTY HANGING AIR FILTER OWNER'S MANUAL (For models manufactured since 9/11) WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
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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.
INTRODUCTION Manual Accuracy Contact Info your machine may not exactly match the manual Machine Description www.grizzly.com...
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To minimize this G6513—1-Micron Washable Secondary Filter risk, only install accessories recommended for this machine by Grizzly. G5956—Removable Control Switch for G5955 NOTICE Refer to the newest copy of the Grizzly Catalog for other accessories available for this machine.
Machine Data Sheet Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 Weight................................48 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height............30-5/16 x 24 x 12-3/16 in. Footprint (Length x Width)........................... N/A x N/A Type................................
SECTION 1: SAFETY For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual Before Operating this Machine The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of impor- tance of the safety messages.
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DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY. GUARDS & COVERS. NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. APPROVED OPERATION. STABLE MACHINE. DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. AWKWARD POSITIONS. ONLY USE AS INTENDED. UNATTENDED OPERATION. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. MAINTAIN WITH CARE. CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. SECURING WORKPIECE.
Additional Safety for Air Filters INTENDED USE. DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY. REGULAR CLEANING. HAZARDOUS DUST. LEAD PAINT DUST AND ASBESTOS FIBERS. SUSPENDED DUST PARTICLES AND IGNITION SOURCES. DUST ALLERGIES. FIRE SUPPRESSION. IMPELLER HAZARDS. WEAR RESPIRATOR. OPERATING LOCATION. EMPTYING DUST. Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this air filter. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention.
SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY Availability Serious injury could occur if you connect the machine to power before completing the setup process. DO NOT connect to power until instructed later in this manual. Circuit Requirements Nominal Voltage ........120V Cycle ............60 Hz Electrocution, fire, Phase ...........
Grounding & Plug Requirements GROUNDED 5-15 RECEPTACLE Extension Cords 5-15 PLUG Figure 2. Minimum Gauge Size ......16 AWG Maximum Length (Shorter is Better)..50 ft. SHOCK HAZARD! Two-prong outlets do not meet the grounding requirements for this machine. Do not modify or use an adapter on the plug provided—if it will not fit the outlet, have a qualified electrician install the proper outlet with a...
SECTION 3: SETUP Needed for Setup Inventory Description Box 1: (Figure 3) Unpacking please call us immediately at (570) 546-9663 for advice. Otherwise, filing a freight claim can be difficult. Figure 3. NOTICE If you cannot find an item on this list, care- SUFFOCATION HAZARD! fully check the machine and the packaging Keep children and pets away...
Power Connection Test Run Connecting Power Troubleshooting Page 18 To test run the machine: Note: If you installed the Model G5956 remote control, do NOT use the remote con- trol during this procedure. Figure 4. Connecting power. Disconnecting Power Figure 5. Disconnecting power.
Figure 7 Site Planning Figure 6 Figure 7. Below is a list of things to keep in mind when selecting a spot for the air filter: Figure 6.
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It is very important that the hanging air filter Mounting Brackets be supported properly Components and Hardware Needed Tools Needed To attach the mounting brackets: Figure 8 Figure 8. The hanging air filter may fall and cause serious inju- ry if it is not properly mount- ed.
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Mounting Figure 9 ONLY mount the air filter unit to joists, wall studs, or table that can hold at least 100 lbs. DO NOT mount the unit only to sheet rock, pressboard, paneling, or honeycomb wall panels with expansion-type fasteners. The fasteners can tear out and the air filter can fall.
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To mount the air filter to a ceiling: Figure 9 or 10 Tip: Try to keep the hole placement even on the cleats so that the weight of the hanging air cleaner is evenly distributed. Note: The 2X4’s are cut a little longer than the air filter/joists to guard against splitting the ends when fasteners are driven through them.
SECTION 4: OPERATIONS Filtering Performance To reduce the risk of serious injury when using this machine, read and understand this entire manual before operating. Damage to your eyes and lungs could result from using this machine without proper pro- tective gear. Always wear safety glasses and a respirator when operating this machine.
SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE Cleaning Filters Figure 11. Keep the air filter unit DO NOT use compressed air to blow out unplugged during the secondary filter in the following steps. maintenance procedures. If you do, you will damage the filter and Ignoring this warning may reduce filtering quality.
SECTION 6: SERVICE Note: Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling. Troubleshooting Motor & Electrical Air Filter Operations...
This information can be found on the main machine label. Wiring Safety Instructions SHOCK HAZARD. WIRE/COMPONENT DAMAGE. MOTOR WIRING. MODIFICATIONS. CAPACITORS/INVERTERS. WIRE CONNECTIONS. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. The photos and diagrams included in this section are best viewed in color. You can view these pages in color at www.grizzly.com.
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Main Parts List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION P5955001 PRIMARY FILTER 23-1/4 X 11-1/4 X 1/2 PS01 PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 1/2 P5955002 SECONDARY FILTER P5955025 MOUNTING BRACKET P5955003 DOOR CLIP PB57 HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 1/4 PS38M PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 10 PS07M...
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