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MODEL G0457
14" INDUSTRIAL BANDSAW
OWNER'S MANUAL
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Copyright © AU g USt , 2005 By g rizzly ind UStri Al, in C. r evi Sed JU ne , 2011 (t S)
WARNING: NO pORTION Of ThIS MANUAL MAy BE REpRODUc ED IN ANy ShApE
OR fORM WIThOUT ThE WRITTEN AppROvAL Of G RIzz Ly INDUSTRIAL, INc.
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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. The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use. This responsibility includes but is not limited to
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Table of c ontents INTRODUcTION ............................................... 2 SEcTION 5: AccESSORIES ......................... 37 Manual Accuracy ........................................... 2 SEcTION 6: MAINTENANcE ......................... 40 Contact info.................................................... 2 Schedule ...................................................... 40 identification ................................................... 3 Cleaning ........................................
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INTRODUc TION Manual Accuracy c ontact Info We are proud to offer this manual with your new We stand behind our machines. If you have machine! We've made every effort to be exact any questions or need help, use the information with the instructions, specifications, drawings, below to contact us. Before contacting, please get and photographs of the machine we used when the serial number and manufacture date of your writing this manual. However, sometimes we still machine. This will help us h
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Identification Blade tension Blade tension top Wheel Knob Scale Blade tension Cover Quick release Blade tracking Adjustment Knob guide Adjustment ON/Off Knob Switch Blade guide post guard lock Knob Blade guide Assembly resaw Miter gauge Fence Assembly resaw Fence lock handle table trunnion hand Knob dust port table tilt Scale (Under table) Fence lock lever Bottom Wheel Cover Motor figure 1. identification. If you have never used this type of machine or equipment before, WE STRONGLy
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Machine Data Sheet MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0457 14" 2 HP DELUXE BANDSAW Product Dimensions: Weight.............................................................................................................................................................. 251 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height............................................................... 29-3/4 x 29-1/2 x 73 in.
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Cutting Capacities Maximum Cutting Height........................................................................................................................... 10 in. Max Capacity Left of Blade.................................................................................................................. 13-1/2 in. Blade Information Standard Blade Length............................................................................................................................ 106 in. Blad
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SEc TION 1: SAf ETy For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual Before Operating this Machine The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of impor- tance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures. Indi
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DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY. Always dis- FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine. connect machine from power supply before ser- It will do the job safer and better at the rate for vicing, adjusting, or changing cutting tools (bits, which it was designed. blades, cutters, etc.). Make sure switch is in OFF position before reconnecting to avoid an unexpect- GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers can ed or unintentional start. protect you fr
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Additional Safety Instructions for Bandsaws BLADE c ONDITION. d o not operate with dull, BLADE SpEED. Allow blade to reach full speed cracked or badly worn blade. d ull blades require before cutting. more effort to use and are difficult to control. inspect blades for cracks and missing teeth before LEAvING WORK AREA. n ever leave a machine each use. running and unattended. Allow the bandsaw to come to a complete stop before you leave it unat- hAND pLAc EMENT. n ever position fingers or tend
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SEc TION 2: pOWER SUppLy Availability circuit Information Before installing the machine, consider the avail- A power supply circuit includes all electrical ability and proximity of the required power supply equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet the in the building and the machine. The power sup- requirements for this machine, a new circuit must ply circuit used for this machine must be sized to be installed. To minimize the risk of elect
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Grounding Requirements This machine MUST be grounded. In the event of certain malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding Serious injury could occur if you connect reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a the machine to power before completing the path of least resistance for electric current. setup process. DO NOT connect to power until instructed later in this manual. For 220V operation: This machine is equipped with a power cord that has an equipment-ground- Improper connection of t
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Extension cords Disabling & Locking We do not recommend using an extension cord with this machine. If you must use an extension Switch cord, only use it if absolutely necessary and only on a temporary basis. The ON/OFF switch can be disabled and locked Extension cords cause voltage drop, which may by inserting a padlock through the ON button, damage electrical components and shorten motor as shown. Locking the switch in this manner can life. Voltage drop increases as the extension cord
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SEc TION 3: SETUp Needed for Setup This machine presents serious injury hazards t he following are needed to complete the setup to untrained users. Read process, but are not included with your machine: through this entire manu- al to become familiar with Description Qty the controls and opera- • Safety g lasses (for each person) ............... 1 tions before starting the • Assistant ..................................................... 1 machine! • Cleaner/degreaser .....................
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hardware Recognition c hart -13- g 0457 14" industrial Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 5/11)
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Inventory A The following is a description of the main compo- B nents shipped with your machine. Lay the compo- nents out to inventory them. If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them; or for the sake of expediency, replacements can be F d obtained at your local hardware store. C e c ontents (f igures 4–5) Qty A. Bandsaw Unit ............................................. 1 figure 4. Bandsaw, stand, motor, and B. Cabinet Stand .............
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c lean Up Site c onsiderations t he unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy floor Load oil to prevent corrosion during shipment. r emove r efer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight this protective coating with a solvent cleaner or and footprint specifications of your machine. degreaser. For thorough cleaning, some parts Some residential floors may require additional must be removed. f or optimum performance, reinforcement to support both the machine and clean all moving parts or s
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4. With the help of an assistant, set the bandsaw Assembly unit onto the stand, align the mounting holes, then open the door on the cabinet stand. To assemble the bandsaw: 5. have your assistant hold the bandsaw while you secure the body to the stand with the car- 1. turn the cabinet stand upside down and riage bolts and flange nuts (figure 9). install the feet, as shown in figure 8. figure 9. Securing the body to the stand. figure 8. installing feet on cabinet. 6. Slide the blade tension kn
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7. thread an M8-1.25 hex nut all the way onto 9. From the inside of the bandsaw, loosely fas- the quick release lever, as shown in figure ten the motor to the body with the cap screws 11, then thread the lever into the quick and flat washers, as shown in figure 13. release hub and tighten the hex nut against the hub to lock the lever in place. Wheel removed for Clarity hex nut figure 13. installing motor (inside view). figure 11. Quick release lever installed. 10. place the belt on the pulley
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15. replace the blade, and for now, only put 19. install the handle on the fence assembly enough tension on it to keep it on the (figure 17), and tighten the hex nut against wheels. the fence pivot block to secure the handle. 16. re-install the table pin and table insert. 17. Fasten the rear rail to the back of the table with the four M6-1 x 16 cap screws, as shown in figure 15. pivot Block hex nut figure 17. handle installed on fence assembly. 20. place the 8mm flat washer on the locking a
