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MODEL G0538
OSCILLATING SPINDLE SANDER
OWNER'S MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © NOVEMBER, 2005 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.
#JK7731 PRINTED IN CHINA
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Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to prevent injury. The owner of this machine 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.
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Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................... 2 Foreword .................................................................................................................................... 2 Contact Info ................................................................................................................................ 2 Machine Data Sheet ................................
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INTRODUCTION Foreword Contact Info We are proud to offer the Model G0538 Oscillating If you have any comments regarding this manual, Spindle Sander. This machine is part of a grow- please write to us at the address below: ing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. When used according to the guidelines set forth in Grizzly Industrial, Inc. C this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, ⁄O Technical Documentation Manager enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s com- P.O. Box 20
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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 G0538 1/3 HP OSCILLATING SPINDLE SANDER Product Dimensions: Weight................................................................................................................................................................ 34 lbs. Length/Width/Height...............................................................................................................
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Machine Data Sheet Spindle Info Spindle Diameters........................................................................................................1/2, 3/4, 1, 1-1/2, 2, 3 in. Spindle Lengths..................................................................................................................................... 4-1/2 in. Spindle Speed....................................................................................................................................1725 RPM Spind
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Identification A B D C E G F H I Figure 1. Identification. A. Spindle B. Table C. Sanding Sleeve D. Spindle Washer E. Throat Plate F. Sander Body G. Accessory Storage Area H. ON⁄OFF Paddle Switch with Lockout Key I. 5-15 Plug and Power Cable 1 J. 2 ⁄2" Dust Port (not shown) -5- G0538 Oscillating Spindle Sander
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SECTION 1: SAFETY 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 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 measure
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Safety Instructions for Machinery 7. ONLY ALLOW TRAINED AND PROP- 17. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND ERLY SUPERVISED PERSONNEL TO WRENCHES. Make a habit of checking for OPERATE MACHINERY. Make sure keys and adjusting wrenches before turn- operation instructions are safe and clearly ing machinery ON. understood. 18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS 8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. BEFORE USING MACHINERY. Check Keep all children and visitors a safe dis- for binding and alignment of parts, broken tance
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Safety Instructions for Spindle Sanders 1. FEED RATE. Never jam a workpiece 7. SANDING SLEEVES. Worn or damaged against the sanding surface. Firmly hold the sanding sleeves can tear apart and become workpiece and ease it against the spindle entangled in the spindle. Replace sanding using light pressure. sleeves promptly as required. 2. AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. Keep loose 8. FOREIGN MATERIAL. Always inspect clothing articles such as sleeves, belts or stock for nails, staples, knots, and other
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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 110V Operation Electrocution or fire could result if this machine is not grounded correctly or if your electrical configu- Serious personal injury could occur if you ration does not comply connect the machine to the power source with local and state codes. before you have completed the set up pro- Ensure compliance by cess. DO NOT connect the machine to the checking with a qualified power source until instructed to do so. electrician! Amperage Draw The M
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SECTION 3: SET UP Set Up Safety Items Needed for Set Up The following items are needed to complete the This machine presents set up process, but are not included with your serious injury hazards machine: to untrained users. Read through this entire manu- Description Qty al to become familiar with • Safety Glasses (for each person) .............. 1 the controls and opera- • Dust Collection System .............................. 1 tions before starting the 1 • 2 ⁄2" Dust Hose (length as nee
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Inventory After all the parts have been removed from the box, you should have the following items: A Inventory (Figure 3) Qty A. Sander Unit ................................................ 1 B. Sander Unit Base Plate .............................. 1 C. Sanding Sleeve and Drum 3" ..................... 1 D. Sanding Sleeve and Drum 2" ..................... 1 1 E. Sanding Sleeve and Drum 1 ⁄2" .................. 1 3 F. Sanding Sleeve and Drum ⁄4" .................... 1 1 G. Sanding Sleeve ⁄2" ...
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Base Attachment The metal base plate needs to be attached to the spindle sander before use. Components and Hardware Needed: Qty Tap Screw M4-0.7 x 12 ..................................... 4 Sander Base Plate ............................................ 1 To attach the sander base plate: 1. Examine the inside of the sander body and remove any loose packing material found. Figure 5. Mounting the spindle sander. Note: Loose packing material inside the sander body during operation is an imminent
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SECTION 4: OPERATIONS Switch⁄Safety Key Keep loose clothing rolled up and out of the To disable the switch, remove the lockout key way of machinery and (Figure 7) from the paddle switch. keep hair pulled back. Disconnect power from the machine when per- forming any maintenance, assembly or adjustments. Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury. Using this machine pro- Figure 7. Removing key to disable switch. duces dust which may cause allergic reactions and respiratory
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To install or replace a sanding sleeve: 1. Hold the spindle hex nut with one of the 9 included ⁄16" wrenches. 2. Hold the flats of the spindle using the small 9 slot in the second ⁄16" wrench, as shown in Figure 8, and loosen the hex nut so that it can be removed by hand. Figure 9. Sleeve installation order. Sanding To sand a workpiece: Figure 8. Loosening the spindle hex nut. 1. Ensure that the spindle hex nut is secured tightly and that the work area is free of 3. Remove the hex nut, upp
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SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES H5430-H5459 Sanding Sleeves G7984—Face Shield Grizzly stocks a wide variety of aluminum oxide H1298—Dust Sealed Safety Glasses sanding sleeves of varying sizes and grits. All our H1300—UV Blocking, Clear Safety Glasses 4½" long sanding sleeves are available in 60 to H2347—Uvex® Spitfire Safety Glasses ½ 150 grit and from " to 3" in diameter, and come H0736—Shop Fox® Safety Glasses in packs of three. MODEL SIZE GRIT H5430 60 ½" x 4½" H5431 80 ½" x 4½" H1300 H1298 H5432
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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE Cleaning Disconnect power from the machine when per- Cleaning the Model G0538 is relatively easy. forming any maintenance, Follow the Sleeve Installation instructions on assembly or adjustments. Page 15, taking special care to clean every area Failure to do this may thoroughly. However, sawdust and other particles result in serious personal can also work their way under the rotation mark injury. plate. To clean under the rotation mark plate: Schedule 1. Follow
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SECTION 7: SERVICE Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section to fix your machine if a problem develops. If you need replacement parts or you are unsure of your repair skills, then feel free to call our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. Troubleshooting Motor & Electrical Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Motor will not start. 1. Low voltage. 1. Check power line voltage and correct if necessary. 2. Open circuit in motor or loose connec- 2. Inspect all motor connections
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Burn marks on 1. Using too fine of sanding grit. 1. Use a coarser grit sanding sleeve. workpiece. 2. Using too much pressure. 2. Reduce pressure on workpiece while sanding. 3. Work held still for too long. 3. Do not keep workpiece in one place for too long. Glazed sanding 1. Sanding wet stock. 1. Dry stock properly before sanding. surfaces. 2. Sanding stock with high residue. 2. Use different stock. Or, accept the characteristics of the stock and plan on cleaning⁄replacing belts⁄discs fre- quen
