INTRODUCTION Foreword We are proud to offer the Model H8126 Wide Wheel Grinder. This machine is part of a grow- ing Grizzly family of fine woodworking and met- alworking machinery. When used according to the guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer...
Identification Figure 1. Model H8126 identification. A. Eye Shield (to be used WITH safety glasses) B. Wide Grinding Wheel, 100 Grit C. Tool Rest D. ON/OFF Switch E. Wheel Safety Guard Regular Grinding Wheel, 36 Grit H8126 Wide Wheel Ginder...
If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, seri- ous personal injury may occur. H8126 Wide Wheel Grinder LUNG PROTECTION. Grinding produces hazardous dust, which may cause long- term respiratory problems if inhaled. Always wear a NIOSH approved dust mask or res- pirator when grinding.
DO NOT connect the machine to the power source until instructed to do so. Amperage Draw The Model H8126 motor draws the following amps under maximum load: Motor Draw ... 2.5 Amps Circuit Recommendations...
" ... 1 • Phillips Head Screwdriver #2 ... 1 Unpacking The Model H8126 was carefully packed when it left our warehouse. If you discover the machine is damaged after you have signed for delivery, please immediately call Customer Service at (570) 546-9663 for advice.
Some hardware/fasteners on the inventory list may arrive pre-installed. Check mount- ing locations before assuming that any items from the inventory list are missing. Figure 4. Left tool rest. NOTICE H8126 Wide Wheel Ginder...
-12- Mounting The Model H8126 must be mounted to a work- bench to avoid accidental tipping. If you intend to use the grinder for portable applications, mount it to a heavy plywood base (at least 1" thick) that is...
The strongest mounting option is a "Through Mount" where holes are drilled all the way through the workbench, and hex bolts, washers, and hex nuts are used to secure the grinder to the work- bench. ���� ����������� ������� ���� ���������...
Under normal conditions, the grinder will hum or vibrate little. —Investigate the cause of unusual noises and eliminate them before operating the machine further. Always disconnect the machine from power before investigating or correcting potential problems. Turn the grinder OFF. Test Run H8126 Wide Wheel Ginder...
Concentrate on the task at hand. STOP grinding if other people are distracting you or your mind is on something else. • DO NOT grind on the side of the wheel. The wheels provided with the Model H8126 are not designed for side grinding. -15-...
• Replace wheels when the diameter becomes 2" smaller than its original size. -16- Wheel Selection The Model H8126 only accepts Type 1 wheels with a ⁄ " bore. Aluminum oxide and silicon carbide wheels are marked in a somewhat uniform manner by all major manufacturers.
����������������������� Figure 11. Tapping locations when performing a ring test. H8126 Wide Wheel Grinder An undamaged wheel will emit a clear metal- lic ring or “ping” sound in each of these spots. A damaged wheel will respond with a dull thud that has no clear tone.
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Run a new wheel for at least one minute while standing clear of the line of rotation. If a wheel does have defects it will generally fail as soon as it gets up to full speed. H8126 Wide Wheel Ginder...
2" smaller than its original size. Operating at anything less than this diameter does not allow the proper surface speed for grind- ing or spacing of the tool rest and the eye shield, and the grinding wheel may fly apart. H8126 Wide Wheel Ginder...
4. Dress the wheel. 1. Wheel too hard for the material being ground, select softer bond. 2. Increase the rate of movement of the workpiece into wheel. 3. Dress the wheel. 4. Grind ferrious metals only. H8126 Wide Wheel Ginder...
MUST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before using the machine again. Contact Grizzly at (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com to order new labels. H8126 Wide Wheel Grinder...
WARRANTY AND RETURNS Grizzly Industrial, 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, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance.