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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.
Your Machine For your convenience, we post all available man- uals and manual updates for free on our website at www.grizzly.com. Any updates to your model of machine will be reflected in these documents as soon as they are complete.
identification figure 1. main controls/components of the sander. a. Circuit Breaker b. on/oFF Switch w/lockout Key c. Feed Speed Scale d. Variable Speed Feed rate Knob e. return roller table height Adjustment handwheel g. Feed Belt h. dust port Model G0458 (Mfg. Since 5/11)
machine data sheet MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0458 18" 1-1/2 HP SINGLE-PHASE OPEN END DRUM SANDER Product Dimensions: Weight................................198 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height................35 x 24 x 50 in. Footprint (Length x Width)..........................
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Main Specifications: Operation Information No Of Sanding Heads............................1 Maximum Board Width..........................36 in. Minimum Board Width..........................1 in. Maximum Board Thickness........................4-1/2 in. Minimum Board Thickness........................1/8 in. Minimum Board Length..........................6 in. Sandpaper Speed..........................4000 FPM Conveyor Feed Rate........................2 – 12 FPM Sandpaper Length.............................
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.
additional safety for drum sanders feeding stocK. do not allow anyone to stand dust collection system. never operate in the path of the workpiece at the outfeed end the sander without an adequate dust collection when feeding your stock. never sand more than system in place and running.
section 2: poWer supply availability circuit requirements Before installing the machine, consider the avail- This machine is prewired to operate on a 110V ability and proximity of the required power supply power supply circuit that has a verified ground and circuit.
grounding & plug requirements Improper connection of the equipment-grounding wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The This machine MUST be grounded. In the event wire with green insulation (with or without yellow of certain malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding stripes) is the equipment-grounding wire.
section 3: setup needed for setup this machine presents serious injury hazards the following are needed to complete the setup to untrained users. read process, but are not included with your machine: through this entire manu- al to become familiar with description the controls and opera- •...
inventory The following is a list of items shipped with your machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items out and inventory them. If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them; or for the sake of expediency, replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store.
site considerations Weight Load Physical Environment Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight The physical environment where the machine is of your machine. Make sure that the surface upon operated is important for safe operation and lon- which the machine is placed will bear the weight gevity of machine components.
assembly Secure a second leg to the top and bottom long brackets with two m8-1.25 x 15 carriage bolts and serrated flange nuts as shown in figure 7. We recommend assembling the stand upside down. to make it easier, have an assistant hold the pieces while you assemble the stand.
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Build the rest of the stand assembly, as shown in figure 9, with the remaining hard- ware. figure 10. Sander tipped back on pallet against pulley cover. place two stacks of blocks the same height figure 9. Completed stand assembly. as the pallet and about 15 inches apart on the floor near the sander base as shown in turn the stand upright and adjust it so the...
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10. lay the stand on the blocks as shown in 14. tilt the sander upright, as shown in figure figure 12. 14, so the rear legs touch the floor. if the legs start to slide when tilting, you must have a third person hold the stand from sliding to avoid personal injury or machine damage! figure 12.
dust collection 18. Slide the dust port over the fan housing and tighten the included phillips head screw (figure 16). do not operate the model g0458 without adequate dust collection. this sander cre- ates substantial amounts of wood dust while operating.
test run recommended adjustments now that the machine is assembled, perform a test run to make sure all the controls are working For your convenience, the adjustments listed properly. below have been performed at the factory and no further setup is required to operate your machine.
variable speed sanding the variable speed knob allows you to increase the feed rate from 2–12 Fpm. the correct speed to use depends on the type of stock you are using do not sand more than one board at a (hardwood vs.
sanding tips choosing sandpaper • replace the sandpaper with a higher grit to there are many types of sanding belts to choose achieve a finer finish. from. We recommend Aluminum oxide for gen- eral workshop environments. Below is a chart •...
paper replacement loosen the cap screw on the left clamp and remove the sandpaper. Use the old sandpaper as a pattern, or use tools needed: the pattern in figure 21, to cut a new piece of Flat head Screwdriver ........1 sandpaper to the necessary shape.
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Wrap the sandpaper around the drum (figure 12. Firmly hold down the sandpaper with both 23), ensuring there are no bubbles or over- hands, rotate the drum toward you, then wrap lapping edges. the end of the sandpaper over the top of the drum (figure 25).
⁄ " ........h2845 for this machine by grizzly. NOTICE refer to the newest copy of the grizzly catalog for other accessories available for this machine. aluminum oxide sanding rolls 3" x 22' t23880—60 grit: Use for thickness sanding and glue removal.
section 6: maintenance cleaning always disconnect power to the machine before Cleaning the model g0458 is relatively easy. performing maintenance. Vacuum excess sawdust, and wipe off the remain- failure to do this may ing dust with a dry cloth. result in serious person- al injury.
feed belt drive: lubricate with lithium grease table lift mechanism: lubricate the table lift screws, chain, and helical gear with lithium grease monthly. Wipe sawdust and dirt impregnated grease off of the chain and gears shown in every six months. Clean the chain and table lift figures 30 &...
v-belt tensioning Check the tension of the feed belt V-belt, then adjust the tension by loosening the motor mount cap screws shown in figure 35 and pushing down on the motor mount to tighten tools needed: the V-belts. hex Wrenches 4 & 8mm ......1 Ea phillips head Screwdriver ........1 Feed Belt pry Bar ...............1...
section 7: service Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine. If you need replacement parts or additional help with a procedure, call our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. Note: Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling. troubleshooting motor &...
Symptom possible Cause possible Solution 1. motor or component is loose. 1. inspect for stripped/damaged bolts/nuts, machine has vibration or noisy operation. replace/re-tighten with thread locking fluid. 2. V-belts are worn or loose. 2. inspect belts, replace and re-tension (see pages 27 &...
replacing v-belts remove the cap screws securing the bearing bracket and rotate the bearing bracket 90˚. Slide the sanding drum V-belt off of the motor tools needed: pulley, then lift the motor mount to remove hex Wrenches 4, 6 & 8mm ......1 Ea the feed V-belt.
pulley alignment remove the V-belts. loosen the set screws on the motor pulley and align the motor pulley with the feed belt tools needed: pulley. hex Wrenches 4 & 8mm ......1 Ea phillips head Screwdriver ........1 loosen the set screws on the sanding belt pry Bar ...............1 pulley and align the sanding belt pulley with the motor pulley.
loosen the lock nut (figure 40) on the side to tension the feed belt: that the feed belt tracks towards and tension the tracking adjustment screw until the feed loosen the feed roller lock screws, shown in figure 41, on both sides of the feed belt. belt tracks in the opposite direction.
feed belt have an assistant lift the outside edge of the table, then slide the feed belt off. replacement Clean any dirt or dust off of the table and roll- ers, have an assistant lift the table, then slide the new feed belt on. tools needed: Wrench 12mm ............2 re-install and tighten all of the table cap...
gauge blocks table adjustments Aligning the drums parallel to the conveyor belt tools needed: (figure 45) is critical for sanding accuracy. Care 6' long 2x4 ............1 should be taken to make the tolerances as close miter Saw (or Circular Saw) ........1 as possible (within 0.002"...
pressure plate raise the table until the gauge blocks just touch the drum. adjustments note: A good way to know when they are touching is to rock the drum back and forth while raising the table until you hear or feel tools needed: contact with the gauge blocks.
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to adjust the front pressure plate: raise the table until the gauge blocks just touch the drum. disconnect power to the sander! Find the largest size feeler gauge that can pass between the front pressure plate and loosen the lock nuts and tighten the cap your gauge block.
Technical source. Support at (570) 546-9663. The photos and diagrams included in this section are best viewed in color. You can view these pages in color at www.grizzly.com. -37- Model G0458 (Mfg. Since 5/11)
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g0458 parts list PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION 100-1 P0458100-1 MOTOR BRACKET P0458148 SPECIAL NUT 100-2 P0458100-2 CAPACITOR 25MFD 250VAC P0458149 EXTENSION SPRING 100-3 PC300S CAPACITOR 300MFD 125VAC P0458150 TENSION WHEEL ASSY 100-4 P0458100-4 MOTOR FAN P0458151 CHAIN PROTECTOR 100-5 P0458100-5 FAN COVER...
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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. -42-...
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