The time you invest before you begin to use your Model G3183 will be time well spent. DO NOT operate this machine until you are com- pletely familiar with the contents of this manual.
11. NEVER STAND, OR LEAN ON THE TOOL. Doing so could cause injury. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser 12. USE SAFETY GLASSES AND EAR PRO- TECTION. Also use a DUST MASK if the operation is dusty.
Otherwise filing a freight claim can be difficult. Caution: The Model G3183 is a heavy machine, 45 lbs. shipping weight. DO NOT over-exert your- self while unpacking or moving your machine –...
Clean up The column and other unpainted parts of the Model G3183 are coated with a waxy oil that pro- tects them from corrosion during shipment. Remove the protective coating with mineral spir- its and paper towels. Do not use gasoline or other petroleum based solvents because of their extremely low flash points.
Circuit Requirements The motor supplied with the Model G3183 is a 110V single-voltage motor, prewired for 110V. Under normal use, the motor draws approximate- ly 6 amps @ 110V. We recommend using a 15 amp circuit breaker or a 15 amp slow blow fuse for 110V operation.
Figure 1. Figure 1. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser 2. With the head fully extended above the mortis- er’s base, snap the hydraulic cylinder into the fittings located on the right side of the head and at the base of the column.
To install the fence: Insert the fence bar through the hole in the col- umn. Figure 4. It may be necessary to back out the lock knob a few turns so the fence bar will pass through. Figure 4. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser...
Leave the setscrew loose for now. Figure 5. Figure 5. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser Chisel Installation 1. Remove the chuck cover on the mortiser’s head by loosening the knobs at the front and side of the cover plate.
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NOTE: If the bit extends beyond the maximum ⁄ '' below the chisel, even when fully engaged in the chuck, it will be necessary to shorten the shank of the bit to achieve proper clearance. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser ⁄ '' below the...
Insert a phillips screwdriver into the chuck key hole and unscrew the chuck in a clockwise direction. Figure 10. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser Figure 10. 3. Thread the chuck extender onto the end of the motor shaft then thread the chuck on.
SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS Headstock The handle bar on the Model G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser raises and lowers the head by rack-and-pinion gearing. The handle bar can be adjusted for comfort and maximum leverage by loosening the nut at the end of the pinion shaft just enough for the right and left adjustable gears to disengage.
The vertical post is flattened on one side. Position the hold down so the setscrew meets the flat sur- face. Figure 13. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser Depth Stop The depth stop rod allows you to control the depth of your mortise cuts by limiting the distance the head can be lowered.
Two setscrews mounted just forward of the bolts ensure that side-to-side movement is minimal. If head displays excess wiggle from side-to-side, loosen the locknuts and tighten the setscrews until movement is eliminated. Tighten the lock- nuts. Figure 16. Figure 16. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser...
Perform machine inspections and main- tenance services promptly when called for. • Always put adjustment tools away after use. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser • Before machine inspection, maintenance or changing accessories: Turn off switch, unplug power cord and wait for all moving parts to stop.
NOTE: Be extremely careful to avoid the chisel with your left hand. It is very sharp, and friction will make it hot enough to cause burns to your skin. Figure 17. Figure 17. G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser...
Any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this machine. -18- Lubrication The Model G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser requires a minimum of maintenance. The opera- tor should clear the machine of wood chips after every use and periodically wipe the machine of dust and grime.
Washington location using the address in the Introduction. The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G3183 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, due to Grizzly’s policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.
WARRANTY AND RETURNS Grizzly Imports, 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, neg- ligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance.
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