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PORTABLE BANDSAW
AND STAND
MODEL G8692
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © AUGUST 2003 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
PRINTED IN CHINA
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THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL REPRESENTS THE CONFIGURATION OF THE MACHINE AS IT IS CURRENTLY BEING SHIPPED. THE MACHINE
CONFIGURATION CAN CHANGE AS PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS ARE INCORPORATED. IF YOU OWN AN EARLIER VERSI
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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. • Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products. • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of
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Table Of Contents SECTION 1: SAFETY........................................................................................................................3 Additional Safety for Bandsaws ..................................................................................................5 SECTION 2: GENERAL INFORMATION..........................................................................................6 Commentary................................................................................
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SECTION 1: SAFETY For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating This Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of importance 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. I
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Safety Instructions For Metalworking Tools 9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL sure your extension cord is in good condi- STARTING. On machines with magnetic tion. Conductor size should be in accor- contact starting switches there is a risk of dance with the chart below. The amperage starting if the machine is bumped or jarred. rating should be listed on the motor or tool Always disconnect from power source nameplate. An undersized cord will cause before adjus
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Additional Safety for Bandsaws 1. DO NOT OPERATE WITH DULL OR 8. MAKE ALL ADJUSTMENTS WITH THE BADLY WORN BLADES. Dull blades POWER OFF. require more demand on the motor and are less likely to cut precisely. Inspect blades 9. DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE MAK- before each use. ING REPAIRS. 2. NEVER POSITION FINGERS OR 10. ALL INSPECTIONS, ADJUSTMENTS, THUMBS IN LINE WITH THE CUT. AND MAINTENANCE MUST BE DONE Serious personal injury could occur. WITH THE POWER OFF and the ci
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SECTION 2: GENERAL INFORMATION If you have any comments or criticisms that you feel we should address in our next printing, please write to us at: If you DO NOT read this entire manual before Grizzly Industrial, Inc. operating the machine, C ⁄O Technical Documentation you will greatly increase P.O. Box 2069 your chances of serious Bellingham, WA 98227 personal injury. To pro- tect yourself, read and Most important, we stand behind our machines. understand this entire We have excellent regional s
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SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS Your Shop Circuit Capacity 110V Single Phase Always check to see if the wires in your circuit are capable of handling the amperage draw from your machine, as well as any other machines that could be operating on the same circuit. If you are unsure, consult a qualified electrician. Serious personal injury could occur if you If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows regu- connect your machine to the power source larly, your machine may be operating on a circui
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Extension Cords If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with this machine: • Only use a cord that is rated for standard ser- vice (Grade S). • Only use a cord that contains a grounding prong. • Use at least a 16 gauge cord if the cord is 50 feet long or less. • Use at least a 14 gauge cord if the cord is DO NOT remove ground prong from plug to between 50-100 feet. fit into a two-pronged outlet!This machine must have a ground prong in the plug to help • Always repair or replace cords wh
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SECTION 4: MACHINE FEATURES 12 1 11 10 2 3 9 8 7 6 4 5 Figure 1. Main view of machine features and controls. 1. Motor Brush Housing 2. Work Stand Mounting Brace 3. Blade Tension Lever 4. Locking Chain 5. Vise 6. Quick Nut 7. Hand Crank 8. Blade 9. Hi/Low Speed Switch 10. Power Cord 11. Safety button 12. Trigger G8692 Portable Bandsaw and Stand -9-
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SECTION 5: SET UP Unpacking Piece Inventory The Model G8692 Portable Bandsaw was care- After all the parts have been removed from fully packed at our warehouse. If you discover the the crate, you should have: machine is damaged after you have signed for delivery, and the truck and driver are gone, you 1. Portable bandsaw (not shown) will need to file a freight claim with the carrier. 2. Bandsaw bench stand with vise (not shown) Save the containers and all packing materials for 3. 4 Rubber work
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R R R R R R E E E E E R R E T T T T T R E E R R R T R E E E E E E T T E E E E E T T T E E T T M M M M M E E M E E E M M M M M A A A M A M A A A A A I A I A I I A I I A I I I I I I D I D D D D D D D D D D D D Hardware Recognition Chart USE THIS CHART TO MATCH UP HARDWARE DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS! Lock Wing 5 ⁄8'' Nut Nut # 10 Countersunk Thumb 1 ⁄4'' Phillips Phillips Screw Slotted Head Head Screw Screw Screw 5 ⁄16'' 9 ⁄16'' 3 ⁄8'' Carriage Button Cap Flange Bolt Head Screw Bolt Screw
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Clean Up Site Considerations The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy 1. Workbench Load: The Model G8692 oil to protect them from corrosion during ship- weighs 38 lbs and has a footprint of 10" x 18- 1 ment. Remove this protective coating with a sol- ⁄2". Most workbenches are suitable for your vent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser such as machine. If you are unsure that your work- bench could support the weight of the Grizzly’s G7895 Degreaser. To clean thoroughly, machine, additional bui
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Rubber Feet Portable Conversion Installation The Model G8692 can be easily converted to a portable handheld power tool. The work stand requires the installation of four To convert the bandsaw for handheld use: rubber feet to provide a stable, slip resistant base. 1. Disconnect the bandsaw from the power source. To install the rubber feet to the stand: 2. Remove the bandsaw from the work stand by 1. Disconnect the bandsaw from the power removing the mounting brace cap screws source. shown in Figu
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Blade Guide Installation To install the blade guide on your bandsaw. 1. Disconnect the bandsaw from the power source. 2. Position the blade guide over the threaded holes by the guide bearings. 3. Secure the blade guide in place with the sup- Figure 5. Attaching blade guide. plied countersunk flat-head Phillips head screws as shown in Figure 5. -14- G8692 Portable Bandsaw and Stand
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SECTION 6: OPERATIONS Operation Safety Machine Capacity The Model G8692 is capable of cutting bar stock Your safety is important! Please follow the and steel sections to length in the horizontal posi- warnings below: tion. Maximum cutting capacity at 90˚: 1 3 • G8692 (Rectangular)................4 /2" x 4 /4" Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could 3 • G8692 (Round) ..................................4 /4" result from failure to wear safety glasses, a dust mask, and hearing protection while us
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Blade Selection Blade Speeds Before operation, proper blade selection should When using your bandsaw, always change to the be made for the type of material to be cut. The blade speed recommended for the material to be proper blade can be chosen, using a tooth per cut. The Model G8692 has speeds of 190 feet per inch (tpi) rating system. minute and 285 feet per minute. You must consider the material being cut and its diameter when choosing the correct blade. The Model G8692 comes with an 18 tpi bl
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Blade Travel Starting Bandsaw The blade travel and wheel rotation on the Model G8692 are indicated by a direction arrow on the top cover, shown in Figure 8. Never operate the bandsaw without the proper blade guards and guides in place. Unprotected or unguided blades can cause injury to the operator and damage the machine or workpiece. To start a cutting operation on the bandsaw: 1. Make sure all guards and blade guides are in place and secure. 2. Make sure the blade is not in contact with the m
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5. Remove the outer blade guide bearings by Blade Changes removing the cap screws shown in Figure 10. 6. Open the wheel covers and slide the blade off one wheel at a time. Use caution — the Always disconnect blade is sharp! power to the machine ! when changing blades. Failure to do this may result in serious person- al injury. To remove the blade: 1. Unplug the bandsaw from the power source! 2. Remove the bandsaw from the work stand. 3. Release tension on the blade by turning the tension contro
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— When the quick nut pointer is positioned to the left, the vise jaw can slide rapidly up to the material (Figure 13). Figure 12. Rear blade guide bearing. 10. Secure the blade guide bearings removed in step 5. Figure 13. Quick nut. 11. Replace the back cover of the bandsaw. — When the quick nut pointer is positioned to 12. Turn the blade tension lever back to the right the vise jaw will move when the “TIGHT.” crank is turned for fine adjustment and clamping force (Figure 14). Using Table Vise T
