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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.
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. G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0555X 14" EXTREME SERIES BANDSAW Product Dimensions: Weight................................236 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height..............30 x 26 x 67-1/4 in.
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 9/23/2013 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G0555X PAGE 2 OF 3 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
G. guide post lock Knob h. upper blade guide assembly table tilt lock Knob Miter gauge K. Fence lock handle lower blade guide assembly M. Motor N. blade tension scale O. table pin p. 4" dust port Q. blade guard G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
Everyday ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or eyeglasses are not approved safety glasses. alcohol, when tired, or when distracted. G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
If normal safety failure to do so could result in serious per- sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor precautions are overlooked or ignored, seri- work results. ous personal injury may occur. G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
Nominal voltage ......220v/240v sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that cycle ............60 hz meets the requirements in the following section. phase ........... Single-phase power Supply circuit ......15 Amps plug/Receptacle ......NEMA 6-15 G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
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 verified ground. -10- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
National Electric disconnect the work lamp code (NEc) and the Occupational Safety from power and wait for the and health Administration (OShA) regula- light bulb to cool before tions. replacing the bulb. -11- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
Wear safety glasses dur- ing the entire set up pro- cess! the Model g0555X was carefully packed when it left our warehouse. if you discover the machine is damaged after you have signed for delivery, The Model G0555X is a please immediately call Customer Service at heavy machine.
Often, these items get • lock handle M8-1.25 x 20 (Fence) .... 1 lost in packaging materials while unpack- • hex nut M8-1.25 (Fence) ......1 ing or they are pre-installed at the factory. -13- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
Lock entrances to the shop Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as or disable start switch or acetone or brake parts cleaner, that may power connection to prevent damage painted surfaces. unsupervised use. -14- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
M8-1.25 x 35 hex bolts, eight 8mm flat washers, four 8mm lock washers, and four M8-1.25 hex nuts (figure 6). figure 8. shows positive stop bolt installed. -15- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
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6mm lock washers face. (figure 11). only thread the cap screws in halfway for now (adjustments to the exten- 16. insert the pin into the end of the table slot. sion table will be made later). -16- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
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60W. 21. pull the fence handle up and place the fence on the front fence rail as shown in figure figure 14. installing fence onto rails. -17- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
(3) number of branches or wyes, and (4) amount of other the wheels on the Model g0555X are factory open lines throughout the system. Explaining aligned, so center tracking is the only adjustment...
— strange or unusual noises must be inves- tigated and corrected before operating the machine further. always disconnect the machine from power before investigating or correcting potential problems. -19- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
To reduce blade stretching, remove the ten- sion from the blade when not in use. NOTICE After blade tension and tracking are set cor- rectly, properly adjust the upper/lower sup- port bearings and guide-block assemblies into position before cutting operations. -20- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
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Whenever changing a blade or adjusting ten- sion and tracking, the upper and lower blade support bearings and guide-blocks must be 0.016'' re-adjusted before cutting operations. figure 20. blade should be aligned approxi- mately 0.016" away from the bearing edge. -21- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
6" machinist’s square or try-square on the table next to the side of the blade as illustrated in figure 25. adjust the positive stop bolt to raise or lower the table until the table is 90˚ to the blade. -23- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
11. tighten the hex nuts, loosened in Step 2, main table and extension table as shown in against the lever board so the set screws figure 26. cannot vibrate out of adjustment. figure 26. leveling extension table with straightedge. -24- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
Refer to the Aligning Table instructions. adjust the table as needed until the distance between the blade and miter slot is equal at both ends, as measured in Step 5. tighten the trunnion bolts. -25- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
Regardless of the con- • use light and even pressure while cutting. tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will light contact with the blade eases line follow- not be held liable for accidents caused by ing and prevents undue friction.
The padlock shaft diameter is important to the disabling function of the switch. With any padlock used to lock the switch, test the switch after installation to ensure that it is properly disabled. 0.12"–0.15" figure 28. Minimum lock shaft requirements. -27- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
If you slip, your hands or fingers may go into the blade. ALWAyS use a push stick when ripping narrow pieces. failure to fol- low these warnings may result in serious personal injury! -28- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
Note: The blade must also be sharp and clean. figure 32. typical crosscutting operation. install the resaw fence, adjust it to the desired width of cut, and lock it in place. -29- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
When selecting blades, another option to con- the distance between wheels. the Model g0555X sider is the shape, gullet size, teeth set and teeth is designed for blades that are 93 ⁄...
Note: The tensioner must be adjusted if you are using a different length of blade. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer! release the tension lever. remove the table insert and the table pin. adjust the upper and lower guide blocks away from the blade. -33- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
Close the wheel covers. 10. replace the table insert and table pin, being sure not to use excessive force when insert- ing the table pin. figure 38. scale recalibration screws. -34- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
6. replace blade. 7. Cast iron motor mount loose/broken. 7. tighten/replace. 8. Centrifugal switch. 8. replace centrifugal switch. 9. test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft 9. Motor or spindle bearings are at fault. requires bearing replacement. -37- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
(page 42). other. consistently, 2. rubber tires on wheels are worn out. 2. redress the rubber tires on the wheels (page 36); correctly, or at replace the rubber tires on the wheels. all. -38- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
13. Check the belt tension and adjust if neces- sary (see Tensioning Belt on page 39). 14. When the belt tension is correct, tighten the figure 44. Wheel mount bolt. motor hinge bolt and close the lower wheel cover. -40- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
— if your wheels are not coplanar, place the straightedge on the lower wheel first— ensuring that it touches both the top and bottom rim—and adjust the tracking knob to see how the upper wheel lines up with the straightedge. -42- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
13. Make sure there is no tension on the blade when the lever is released. if all the tension is not released, the lower spacer needs to be threaded farther down the shaft toward the sliding bracket. -44- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
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. -45- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
LOCK NUT M4-.7 35-3 P0555X035 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT HINGE PSS05M SET SCREW M5-.8 X 10 P0555X038 COMPRESSION SPRING P0555X131 UPPER LOCK COLLAR PSN04M SQUARE NUT M10-1.5 PW04M FLAT WASHER 10MM P0555X040 UPPER WHEEL P0555X133 TENSION LEVER -49- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
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WHEEL PULLEY P0555X140 SUPPORT PLATE PBHS21 BUTTON HD CAP SCR 5/16-18 X 3/4 P0555141 PIVOT ARM PLW03M LOCK WASHER 6MM PLW04M LOCK WASHER 8MM PSS31M SET SCREW M5-.8 X 8 PCAP14M CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 20 -50- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
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. -54- G0555X (Mfg. Since 1/12)
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