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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind- ing, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. •...
Air System ...32 Air Line Circuit ...33 Service Log ...34 SECTION 9: REFERENCE INFO ...35 General ...35 Aftermarket Accessories ...35 G0527 Machine Data Sheet...36 Parts Diagrams & Lists ...37 Machine Troubleshooting...53 Sanding Troubleshooting ...54 Wiring Diagrams...55 Notes ...57 Warranty & Returns ...58...
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14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubri- cating and changing accessories. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander 15. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTION- 17. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before fur-...
We are proud to offer the Model G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander. This machine is part of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking 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...
SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS Amperage Draw The Model G0527 has three motors that are wired to operate on a 220V single-phase power source. They will draw the following loads: Sanding Drum Motor ...30 Amps Conveyor Feed Motor ...3.8 Amps Elevation Motor ...3 Amps...
Operating this machine when it is not properly grounded can result in electric shock or electro- cution. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander Extension Cords Because of the high amperage draw from this machine, we do not recommend the use of exten- sion cords.
SECTION 4: MACHINE FEATURES External Features Figure 2. Front view. A. Control Panel B. Table Height Handwheel C. Air Regulator/Water Collector D. Emergency Stop Bar E. Dust Port Amp (Load) Meter G. Digital Readout G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander...
G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander Control Panel Figure 3. Control panel. H. TABLE UP Key SANDING BELT START Button FEED BELT START Button K. Power Light EMERGENCY STOP Button M. FEED BELT STOP Button N. SANDING BELT STOP Button O. TABLE DOWN Key P.
Access Doors Figure 4. Inside the left access door. A. Belt Tension Switch B. Lock Handle Bolt -10- G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander...
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Figure 5. Inside the right access door. C. Upper Roller D. Air Flow Adjustment Knob (Solenoid Expansion) E. Air Flow Adjustment Knob (Solenoid Contraction) Oscillation Solenoid G. Pressure Roller Adjustments H. Oscillation Electronic Eye G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander -11-...
The Model G0527 was carefully packed when it left our warehouse. If you discover the machine is damaged after you have signed for delivery, immediately call our Service Department at (570) 546-9663.
-14- Site Considerations Weight Load The Model G0527 weighs 890 lbs and has a 29" x 16 ⁄ " footprint. Most shop floors should be suf- ficient to carry the weight of the machine.
Examine the edges of all metal parts before handling. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander To mount the sander to the floor: The sander needs to be mounted in a level loca- tion where it can be easily serviced from all sides.
M6-1.0 x 10 phillips head screws. Figure 8. Dust collection hook-up. Clamp a hose from your dust collection sys- tem to the dust port. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander...
Lock Handle Bolt Figure 10. Components used when changing a sanding belt. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander Limit Switches Sander Outline (Top View) Figure 11. Proper position of belt between the ⁄...
75 PSI. Make sure all tools or foreign objects have been removed from the machine. Review Section 3: Circuit Requirements on page 6 and make sure all the wiring is cor- rect. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander injury. loose clothing...
If you cannot locate the source of unusual noises, feel free to contact our Service Department at (570) 546-9663. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander Recommended Adjustments For your convenience, the adjustments listed below have been performed at the factory and require no further adjustment.
To avoid serious personal injury, read and become familiar with the entire instruction manual before using the Model G0527. Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could result from failure to wear safety glasses, a dust mask, and hearing protec- tion while sanding with this machine.
Adjusting Feed Rate The feed belt motor and gear assembly (Figure 13) controls the speed of the feed belt. The Model G0527 features feed belt speeds of 16.4, 23, and 32.8 FPM. 32.8 Figure 13. Table drive chain and sprockets.
It may be necessary to send wide stock through the sander two or three times between table height adjustments. This reduces the likelihood of burning the wood and produces a more consistent finished thickness. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander ⁄ ") of ⁄ " between each...
Wear safety glasses dur- ing the entire mainte- nance process. Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander The following items should be checked each time the sander is used: • • •...
Once clean, only handle the rotor with a dry rag and install exactly the reverse of removal. Install new brake pads, mount the caliper and reconnect the air line. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander...
Air Circuit Filters The air filter on the Model G0527 is located on the main regulator (Figure 16). Empty the filter trap as it becomes filled with moisture and dirt. The internal white filter should be replaced year- Drain Valve Figure 16.
Monitor the amperage meter and the result- ing load on the sander. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander Using a precise micrometer or set of calipers, measure the thickness at various points around the board.
— If the feed belt is tracking to the left side of the table, turn the left adjustment bolt (Figure 18) clockwise. Guide Wheel Adjustment Bolt Run the feed belt for 3-5 minutes and verify the tracking. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander...
With safety glasses on and the left access door still open, press the SANDING BELT START Button. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander Watch as the belt either oscillates back and forth continuously, or tracks into one of the two limit switches, triggering the emergency brake.
One quarter of a turn raises or lowers the elevation screws approximately 0.020". Retighten the table mounting bolts loosened in step 4. Connect the sander to the power source. Repeat Steps 1-7 until the board is sanded to a uniform thickness. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander...
0.030". This is how much lower the infeed pressure roller should be set when compared to the sanding surface of the sanding roller. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander Disconnect the sander from the power source! Loosen the roller lock nuts (Figure 22) on the infeed pressure roller .
If future adjustment is needed fol- low the instructions below. There are two V-belts on the Model G0527—one on the table lifting motor ( Figure 23 ) and one on the sanding drum motor ( Figure 24 ).
A. Compressor B. Pressure Regulator C. Solenoid D. Disc Brake G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander Air Line Circuit E. Air Cylinder for Sanding Belt Oscillation Air Flow Adjustment Knobs G. Air Cylinder for Sanding Belt Tension H. Roller Tension Switch...
(570) 546-9663. Trained service technicians will be glad to help you. If you have any comments regarding this manual, please write to Grizzly at the address below: Grizzly Industrial, Inc. Technical Documentation P.O. Box 2069...
1. Feed rate too high. ating. 2. Depth of cut too great. G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Adjust air pressure to 75 PSI at primary regulator. 2. Inspect all hoses and connections for leaking air; use water on sus- pected area to detect bubbles.
1. Clean or repair pressure rollers. 1. Clean or replace sanding belt. For your safety, turn switch machine from power source before troubleshooting the machine. Please refer to Section 5: Set Up to make corrections. disconnect G0527 18" Wide Belt Sander...
Warranty & 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.
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