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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. •...
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15. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s manual for recom- mended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury. G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTION- 17. MANY WOODWORKING TOOLS CAN LENGTH 50ft 100ft 18.
AND MAINTENANCE ARE TO BE DONE WITH THE POWER OFF and the plug pulled from the outlet. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Develop good habits in your shop and safety will become second-nature to you. G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw...
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 220V Operation The motor supplied with the G7211 comes prewired for 220V. Refer to the wiring diagram supplied at the back of this manual for more spe- cific information about wiring connections. The G7212 is a 220V, three-phase motor and requires special electrical service.
If you do not have three-phase service available a phase converter can be utilized in conjunction with a 220V single phase power supply. Refer to the Grizzly catalog for a complete range of phase converters. We have covered some basic electrical requirements for the safe operation of your Bandsaw.
SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION Commentary We are proud to offer the Models G7211/G7212 24" Bandsaws. These bandsaws are part of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. When used according to the guide- lines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satis-...
When you are completely satisfied with the condi- tion of your shipment, you should inventory its parts. The G7211/G7212 is a very heavy machine with a shipping weight of 725 lbs. DO NOT over-exert yourself while unpacking or moving your machine – get assistance. In...
Site Considerations FLOOR LOAD Your G7211/G7212 Bandsaw represents a large weight load in a small footprint. Most commercial floors are suitable for the Model G7211/G7212. Some residential floors may require additional build up to support both machine and operator. WORKING CLEARANCES...
SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY Fence Most of your G7211/G7212 24'' Bandsaw has been assembled at the factory. Only the fence assembly requires installation. To mount the fence to the bandsaw table: 1. Mount the front rail to the table using two (2)
If the blade is not cutting proper- ly, the tension may need to be increased. Remember, thin blades require less tension than wide blades. saw is not in use. This will help prevent pre- mature wear or breakage of the blade and/or rubber tires. Tension Wheel...
See Figure 5 to understand the relationship between the wheels. Figure 5. Wheel alignment conditions. On the G7211/7212 it is not possible to lay a straightedge across the two wheels to check coplanarity and parallelism because of the arrangement of the wheels in the cabinet.
Rear Support Bearing Bearing Guides Figure 7. Upper blade guide assembly. G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw 5. Install your blade of choice. Track and ten- sion as per the instructions in this manual. 6. Move the blade guide assembly so the bearing guides are lets.
'' from the blade and tighten. DO NOT make adjustments while the band- saw is running. Ensure that the switch is off, power is disconnected and moving parts have stopped before making adjustments. Failure to comply may result in serious per- sonal injury.
Be sure you use quality blades of the proper width for the various types cutting operations. G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw accepts 154 ranging in widths from ⁄ " to 1 Always use the widest blade possible for the workpiece you are cutting.
Teeth are dangerously sharp and coiled blades are prone to spring when released from their packaging. Use gloves and safety glasses or goggles whenever handling blades. Failure to do so could result in seri- ous personal injury. G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw...
Changing Speeds The G7211/G7212 24" Bandsaw provides two speeds, 2800 and 3500 FPM, to make cutting easier. In many applications, blade speed is a matter of personal preference. Usually the higher speed will produce the best results, but if the motor is straining while cutting, try a slower blade speed.
5. Cut the stack of pieces as though you were cutting a single piece. Follow you layout line with the blade kerf on the waste side of your line. G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw...
To resaw lumber, follow the procedure below: 1. The blade must be adjusted correctly. 2. The table must be square to the blade. 3. Use the widest blade that will fit this saw dition. 4. Use the fence to guide the work.
SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE Table The table and other non-painted surfaces on the Model G7211/7212 should be protected against rust and pitting. Wiping the saw clean after every use ensures that moisture from wood dust isn’t allowed to trap moisture against bare metal sur- faces.
Ensure that oil does not get on the pul- leys or V-belts because it could cause belt deteri- oration and slipping. G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw Miscellaneous Always be aware of the condition of your bandsaw before using it. Routinely check the condition of the following items and repair or replace as nec- essary.
Washington location using the address in the Introduction. The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model G7211/G7212 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.
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POWER CORD P7211120 SCREW P7211125 LABEL The parts list for the G7212 is identical except that Reference #61 Motor is a 7.5 H.P. horse- power, three-phase motor - G6249. G7211⁄7212 24" Bandsaw ⁄ ⁄ " ⁄ ⁄ " ⁄ ⁄...
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G7211/G7212 PARTS DIAGRAM -26- G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw...
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G7211⁄G7212 PARTS DIAGRAM G7211/7212 24" Bandsaw -27-...
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.
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