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Grizzly G0555LANV Cordless Saw User Manual

1. 56 E G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 SECTION 9 PARTS Main v 92 96 129 8985 86 G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Main Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 1 P0555LX001 BASE 42 PNO1 HEX NUT 1 2 20 2 3 4 7 P0555LX048 8 P0555LX049 9 PTLWO3M 10 P0555LX051 11 PS01 11 2 P0555LX011 2 FAN COVER P0555LX057 11 3 PHTEK7 11 4 P0555LX059 11 5 P0555LX060 11 6 P0555LX061 11 7 PFSO3 11 8 PO555LX063 11 9 P0555LX064 12 P0555LX065 13 P0555LX066 14 P0555LX068 14 1 P0555LX069 14 2 PS06 14 3 PB11 15 PWO7 16 PLWO1 17 PNO2 19 P0555LX075 21 SE 22 P0555LX079 23 PCAP04 24 P0555LX081 25 P6000 2RS 26 PFHO9 FLAT HD SCR 1 4 20 X 5 16 28 P0555LX028 UPPER FRAME ARM P0555LX084 29 PLWO3 30 PCAP110 31 P0555LX088 33 P0555LX089 34 P0555LX090 x 38 Po555LX038 COMPRESSION SPRING P0555LX093 LOWER BRACKET POST 39 40 41 58 G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Main Parts List continued REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 113 PNO2 HEX NUT 5 16 18 138 PB12 HEX BOLT 5 16 18 X 1 1 4 115 139 PLWO 116 140___ P0555LX140 117 141 PLWO4 118 154 PCAPO6 119 155 PSS04 120 162 PO555LX162 121 167 PLWO2 122 168 PSS12 123 169 PNO5 124 170 POS55LX170 127 PWOAM FLAT WASHER 10MM 190 PCAP17 CAP SCREW 1 4 20 X 3 8 128 191 PWO2M 129 193
2. Eccentrics Cap Screw Guide Bearing Cap Screw Figure 1 Blade support assembly Loosen cap screw on guide shaft bracket 1 2 turn Remove eccentrics from guide shaft bracket and replace with 1 4 eccentrics Retighten cap screw on guide shaft bracket then re install guide bearings and guide bearing cap screws Install Vs blade as described in owner s manual and close wheel covers Adjust upper and lower guide bearings and support bearings as described in manual COPYRIGHT JANUARY 2014 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 DM16256 PRINTED IN TAIWAN MODEL G0555LANV am Grizz 14 DELUXE BANDSAW y ANNIVERSARY EDITION Industrial Inc MANUAL INSERT The Model GO555LANV is the same machine as the Model GO555LX except for the striking black color and the 30 Year Anniversary design Except for the differences noted in this insert all other content in the Model GO555LX owner s manual applies to this machine Before operating your new machine you MUST read and understand this insert and the entire Model GO555LX manual to reduce the risk of injury when using this machine If you have any further questions about this manual insert or your machine contact our Technical Support at 570 546 9663 or email techsupport grizzly com grizzl
3. S X Computer Balanced Cast Iron ure CE Rubber Wheel COVER ets PLC Pre Formed Steel clem EE Powder Coated Other Related Information Wheel RE TEE 13 3 4 in NERT ie EE EE 1 3 16 in Number OR DUSE Eeer aa aa a 1 A id e Ca a KARA ala a Ad a aa aaa A jae Pan Sel Ta A Ea Wi GRA AGA a EEEE AAA 4 in tee IEN EE A OE NTN EN AEO T23376 Other Specifications CSA ele DEET Yes COUNTRY OF ORIGIN DEE Taiwan lucu ec ENKER ag 1 Year Serial Number LOCAUOM de ui eruit t einen ener ii Machine ID Label on Lower Wheel Cover Customer Assembly amp Setup TIME w aaa eoe rtr ete inae rete atu A dea 1 1 2 hrs Model GO555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 7 3 Features Black Powder Coat Paint and a Unique 30 Year Anniversary Design Computer Balanced Cast Iron Wheels Rack and Pinion Guide Post Adjustment for Upper Blade Guides Rock Solid T Shape Fence Design Upper and Lower Ball Bearing Blade Guides Hinged Wheel Covers 4 Dust Port Quick Release Blade Tension Included Miter Gauge Fence and 3 8 Blade 6 Riser Block Available 9 Model GO555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 Main Parts 96 129 8985 86 95 1 Please Note We do our best to stock replacement parts whenever possible but we cannot guarantee that all parts shown here are available for purchase Call 800
4. PO555LX193 131 194 POS55LX194 133 195 PRP73M 134 212 Pwo2 135 214 PO555LX214 GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 59 Table Fence amp Stand 161 00 8 60 o G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Table Fence amp Guides Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 27 PCAP43 CAP SCREW 1 4 20 X 2 1 2 114 7 P0555LX114 7 STUD SE 1 4 20 X 1 1 8 32 114 8 36 114 9 37 114 10 P0555LX114 10 STUD SE 1 4 20 X 3 4 52 PO555LX052 SMALL FENCE RAIL 114 12 53 114 13 54 114 14 55 PSO1 126 58 PHTEK7 127 70 PS06 130 73 PLWO1 131 PNO8 HEX NUT 3 8 16 78 P0555LX078 153 87 P0555LX087 157 94___ PW06 158 95 PBO5 159 97 PO555LX097 160 98 P0555LX098 161 P0555LX161 REAR RAIL END CAP 100 PO555LX100 166 101 PO555LX101 169 102 _ PO555LX102 172 103 PO555LX103 184 104 PB19 192 105 PO555LX105 197 106 PB12 198 107 PO555LX107 199 108 PO555LX108 200 109 PS18 201 110 PO555LX110 202 111 PB58 204 112 PB22 205 113 PNo2 206 114 PO555LX114 207 114 1 208 114 2 209 114 3 210 114 4 211 114 5 212 114 6 213 GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 E 219 REF PART A DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 215 P0555LX215 MACHINE ID LABEL CSA 221 PPAINT 11 TOUCH UP PAINT PUTTY 216 PLABEL 23 BLADE DOOR LABEL 222 PLABEL 62A DISCONNECT POWER LABEL 217 PLABEL 19B BANDSAW BLADE LABEL 223 PLABEL 14A ELECTRIC
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6. 15 Assembly a ts 16 Adjustment Overview 2111121 19 Blade TrackiMQ cositas 20 RTE ge dius 22 Power Coles Ori sedere A 22 Fest RUM pem 23 Tensioning Blade cuna 23 The Flutter Method 24 The Deflection Method 24 Adjusting Blade Support Bearings 25 Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings 26 Table Tilt Calibration 27 Aligning NEE 28 Aligning Ne 29 SECTION 4 OPERATIONS 30 Operation Overview En 30 Straight i e 31 KIEJUEKCUG MD 31 Basic Cutting TIPS aaa peo ete tein 31 Disabling amp Locking Switch 31 Workpiece Inspection 32 Guide POST 32 Table tina 33 GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Blade Speed PPP 33 Blade Information 34 Blade Dimensions 34 Changing Blade E 36 RECE 37 COTOS CIO reto 38 PROS AW pete 38 lee 39 Stacked E 39 SECTION 5 ACCESSORIES 40 SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE 43 Sehedul 43 GIEGNI Y sad nas 43 BT elle e secretas 43 Redressing Rubber Tires 43 SECTION 7 SERVICE zajac 44 Troubleshooting iii 44 Motor amp Electrical ens 44 Cutting EEN eegene 45 MISCO ANG OUS aa GG GARAGE 45 V Belt TEMS OM EE kaa neneka 46 Checking V Belt Ten
7. Note When adjusting the blade tracking for the test run in this procedure the blade must have a reasonable amount of tension to sim ulate operating conditions After the test run is successfully completed you will perform a thorough version of the following steps to more accurately tension the blade Move the blade tension quick release lever all the way right as viewed from the rear of the machine to apply tension to the blade see Figure 23 TB a F Tensioned for a Blade Figure 23 Example of tension applied for a 3 4 blade Use the tension knob on top of the bandsaw to bring the upper edge of the indicator block to the appropriate blade tension scale mark for the blade width see Figure 23 Note f you are using the blade that was shipped with the machine this would be Open the upper wheel cover Rotate the upper wheel by hand several times and watch how the blade rides on the wheel crown see Figure 21 on Page 19 for an illustration of this concept GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 10 11 lf the blade rides in the center of the upper wheel and is centered on the peak of the wheel crown it is properly tracking and you are done with this procedure proceed to Dust Collection on Page 22 lf the blade does is not properly tracking then continue with this procedure to adjust it Loosen the wing nut on the tracking knob see Figure 24 Tracking Knob Figur
8. SHOCK HAZARD Working on wiring that is con nected to a power source is extremely dangerous Touching electrified parts will result in personal injury including but not limited to severe burns electrocution or death Disconnect the power from the machine before servicing electrical com ponents MODIFICATIONS Modifying the wiring beyond what is shown in the diagram may lead to unpre dictable results including serious injury or fire This includes the installation of unapproved after market parts WIRE CONNECTIONS All connections must be tight to prevent wires from loosening during machine operation Double check all wires dis connected or connected during any wiring task to ensure tight connections CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS You MUST follow the requirements at the beginning of this man ual when connecting your machine to a power source NOTICE The photos and diagrams included in this section are best viewed in color You can view these pages in color at www grizzly com GRAY G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 ORANGE WIRE COMPONENT DAMAGE Damaged wires or components increase the risk of serious per sonal injury fire or machine damage If you notice that any wires or components are damaged while performing a wiring task replace those wires or components MOTOR WIRING The motor wiring shown in these diagrams is current at the time of printing but may not match your machine If you find this to be the case use the
9. then review Troubleshooting on Page 44 If you still cannot remedy a problem contact our Tech Support at 570 546 9663 for assistance To test run the machine 1 Make sure you have read the safety instruc tions at the beginning of the manual and that the machine is set up properly 2 Make sure all tools and objects used during setup are cleared away from the machine 3 Verify that the machine is operating correctly by turning it ON When operating correctly the machine runs smoothly with little or no vibration or rubbing noises Investigate and correct strange or unusual noises or vibrations before operating the machine further Always disconnect the machine from power when investigating or correcting potential problems 4 Turn the machine OFF 5 Insert the switch disabling padlock through the ON button as shown in Figure 28 G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Padlock Figure 28 Switch disabling padlock inserted into ON button 6 Press the ON button to test the disabling fea ture on the switch lf the machine does not start the switch disabling feature is working as designed lf the machine does start immediately stop it The switch disabling feature is not work ing correctly This safety feature must work properly before proceeding with regular operations Call Tech Support for help Tensioning Blade A properly tensioned blade is essential for making accurate cuts maximizing the
10. 3 i 114 10 b B Lal Model G0555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 Table Fence amp Stand Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 53 4 5 8 70 7 77 7 7 4 7__ P0555LANV097 TABLE ORANGE SIDE TABLE INSERT LARGE SLOT 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 1141 1142 1143 1144 114 5 Model GO555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 7 9 Labels amp Cosmetics MODEL GOSSSLANV 30 ANNIVERSARY EDITION 14 DELUXE BANDSAW OPEN WHILE BLADE I IN MOTION EYE INJURY OPEN WHILE BLADE IS IN MOTION 221 REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART 4 DESCRIPTION MACHINE ID LABEL CSA BANDSAW DOOR WARNING LABEL 3OTH ANNIVERSARY LABEL PPAINT 25 PANTONE 151C ORANGE TOUCH UP PAINT PLABEL 11A EYE INJURY WARNING LABEL PO555LANV219 MODEL NUMBER LABEL PANTONE 151C PLABEL 12A _ READ MANUAL LABEL PO555LANV220 GRIZZLY COM LABEL PANTONE 151C AWARNING Safety labels help reduce the risk of serious injury caused by machine hazards If any label comes off or becomes unreadable the owner of this machine MUST replace it in the original location before resuming operations For replacements contact 800 523 4777 or www grizzly com 10 7 Model GO555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 177335 Industrial Inc MODEL G0555LX 14 DELUXE BANDSAW OWNER S MANUAL For models manufactured since 01 12 COPYRIGHT O FEBRUARY 20
11. 523 4777 or visit our online parts store at www grizzly com to check for availability Model GO555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 7 5 Main Parts List REF PART oS 3 4V2 5 mM 2 B a EM o zZ 8 9 Ho uM UEM 14 2 113 11 4 115 HE Ua 11 8 11 9 H2 B 3 TM s He 7 H9 a 22 23 a CS 26 28 29 30 30A 31 33 34v2 35 38 so E D 42 REF PART A DESCRIPTION 6o PO555LXO60 SAW BLADE 93 1 2 X 3 8 X 6TPI HOOK o6 PO555LXO66 BLADE GUARD WASHER 10 jes PO555LXO68 RIBBED V BELT200J5 69 POSSSLANVO69 LOWER HINGE BLACK _ B0 _ PCAPO4 CAP SCREW 1 4 20X1 2 86 PCAP110 __ CAP SCREW 0 24X1 34 89 PO555LXO89 GUIDE SHAFT BRACKET 90 PO555LANVO90 UPPER BLADE GUARD ORANGE 96 PCAP109 CAP SCREW 10 32 X 1 4 SET SCREW 5 16 24 X 1 1 2 ADJUST NUT CAP SCREW 1 4 20 X 5 8 CORD CLAMP 3 8 Model GO555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 9 Main Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION PS01 PHLP HD SCR 10 24 X 1 2 PO555LX162 BALL PLUNGER 1 4 20 X 1 2 PWO3 FLAT WASHER 10 PLWO2 LOCK WASHER 1 4 P608 2RS BALL BEARING 608 2RS PSS12 SET SCREW 1 4 20 X 1 55 PSS04 SET SCREW 1 4 20 X 5 16 Model GO555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 7 7 Table Fence amp Stand Parts 161 52 160 161 12755 172 in PY dE 114 14 11412 114 13 1 ae iO d 114 2 ep 114
12. Figure 76 Locations of spacers and tensioner crossbar 52 3 Using two 14mm wrenches loosen the lower jam nuts and thread them up the shaft 4 Using the two 14mm wrenches loosen the upper jam nuts and thread them up the shaft the same distance as the lower jam nuts 5 Test the blade tensioner setting by moving the quick release lever to the right 6 Use the blade tensioner knob to final tension the blade 7 Repeat the procedure until the proper ten sion and release are achieve with the quick release lever Note Over compressing the spring will wear it out prematurely making the blade tensioner sloppy and inaccurate Only compress the spring as needed to remove play in the sys tem G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 SECTION 8 WIRING These pages are current at the time of printing However in the spirit of improvement we may make chang es to the electrical systems of future machines Compare the manufacture date of your machine to the one stated in this manual and study this section carefully If there are differences between your machine and what is shown in this section call Technical Support at 570 546 9663 for assistance BEFORE making any changes to the wiring on your machine An updated wiring diagram may be available Note Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling This information can be found on the main machine label AWARNING Wiring Safety Instructions
13. Position the blade so that the teeth are facing to the right and down toward the table then slide it through the table slot Note f the teeth will not point downward in any orientation the blade is inside out Remove the blade and twist it right side out insert and table pin Ripping Ripping means cutting with the grain of the wood stock For plywood and other processed wood ripping simply means cutting down the length of the workpiece Beveled rip cuts may be 9 Rotate the blade 90 then slip it over the performed by tilting the table wheels while making sure it is properly positioned between the blade guards and To make a rip cut uides A 1 Adjust the fence to match the width of the 10 Move the blade tension quick release lever cut on your workpiece then lock the fence in to the right for rough tensioning the blade place Using the blade tension adjustment knob and tension scale fine tune the tension for the 2 Adjust the blade guide assembly to the prop new blade er height above the workpiece lf you successfully move the quick release 3 After all safety precautions have been met lever to the right and the blade is properly turn the bandsaw ON and wait for it to come tensioned continue with Step 6 to full speed Slowly feed the workpiece into the blade until the blade is completely lf you have difficulty moving the blade through the workpiece Figure 52 shows an tension quick release l
14. V belt is not properly tensioned perform the following Tensioning V Belt procedure Deflection Figure 64 Checking the V belt tension Tensioning V Belt Tool Needed Qty Hex Wrench Gmm aaa aaa anana eaaa 1 To properly tension the V belt 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Open the lower wheel cover and loosen the motor adjustment and hinge cap screws shown in Figure 65 Motor Mount Cap Screws lg s Figure 65 Locations of the motor adjustment and hinge cap screws 3 Push the motor to the left as viewed from the front of the machine until there is approxi mately 1 4 deflection in the V belt 4 Re tighten both cap screws and close the wheel cover GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Replacing V Belt To ensure optimum power transmission from the motor to the blade the V belt must be in good condition and be properly tensioned Replace the V belt if it shows signs of cracking fraying and excessive wear Tools Needed Qty Hex Wrench Gmm m 1 Wrench or Socket 13MM eese 1 Replacement V Belt Part No PO555L X068 1 To replace the V belt 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Put on heavy leather gloves and remove the blade from the machine 3 Loosen the motor mount cap screws shown in Figure 66 Motor Mount Cap Screws Figure 66 Locations of the wheel mount bolt and motor mount cap screws 4 Pivot the motor to the right as viewe
15. assemblies Both adjust in the same manner Important The blade is tracking and tensioned correctly before performing this procedure Tool Needed Qty Wrench TOMM sasa anaa aga aga a aa daman Tag DAB ana aee 1 Feeler Gauge 0 016 or Dollar Bill 1 To adjust the support bearings 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Familiarize yourself with the support bearing controls shown in Figure 29 Assembly Lock Bolt Knurled Knob Support Bearing Cap Screw mie Figure 29 Upper support bearing assembly and controls G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 3 Loosen the guide assembly lock bolt so that the support bearing can be rotated perpen dicular to the blade in the next step 4 Rotate the blade guide assembly until the face of the support bearing is perpendicular to the blade as illustrated in the Figure 30 Bandsaw m Na Blade 90 Figure 30 The face of the support bearing must be perpendicular 90 to the blade Support Bearing 5 Tighten the assembly lock bolt see Figure 29 6 Loosen the cap screw see Figure 29 on the support bearing adjustment shaft 7 Use the knurled knob to position the support bearing approximately 0 016 away from the back of the blade as illustrated in Figure 31 This can be measured with a feeler gauge or a dollar bill Figure 31 Blade should be aligned approximate ly 0 016 away from the bearing edge 25 T
16. blade To tilt the table 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Loosen both table lock knobs underneath the table 3 Tilt the table to the desired angle then re tighten the lock knobs G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Blade Speed The Model GO555LX offers blade speeds of 1800 and 3100 FPM Speed changes are made by re positioning the V belt in different pulley grooves Keep in mind cutting results are not just related to blade speed Other factors include the type of workpiece the blade being used for the operation and the feed rate Use the chart below as a general guide for which blade speeds to use for various opera tions Blade Speed Type of Cutting Operation FPM General Woodworking 3100 Super Dense Hardwood 1800 Fast Average Feed Rate 3100 Tools Needed Qty Hex Wrench Gm 1 To change the blade speed 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Open the lower wheel cover and loos en the motor mount cap screws shown in Figure 45 3 Pivot the motor so the upper cap screw slides to the right of the slot This releases the belt tension 4 Position the belt in the pulley grooves needed see Figure 46 for the desired speed Wheel Pulley Motor Pulley 3100 1800 FPM FPM Figure 46 Belt positions for different speeds 5 Pivot the motor so the upper cap screw slides left in the slot 6 Apply pressure on the motor so there is approximately 14 V belt deflec
17. can be performed safely Shadows glare or strobe effects that may distract or impede the operator must be eliminated Figure 7 Minimum working clearances G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 ES Attach the remaining stand side to the assem bly as shown in Figure 9 with 8 20 x hex bolts 8 1 4 flat washers and 8 20 flange nuts Assembly ih A CAUTION Some sheet metal parts may have sharp edges that can cause minor cuts Please use care while han dling them A CAUTION The bandsaw is heavy and awkward to lift onto the stand Get assistance from another person when lifting To assemble the bandsaw 1 16 Lay one stand side flat on a piece of card board to prevent scratching the paint then attach the upper and lower stand braces to one side as shown in Figure 8 with 8 V4 20 x hex bolts 8 4 flat washers and 8 20 flange nuts Note Only hand tighten the stand fasteners during these initial steps Once the stand is completely assembled you will be instructed to fully tighten all fasteners Stand Side Figure 8 Upper and lower stand braces attached to the stand side Figure 9 Second stand side attached Install the stand feet as shown in Figure 10 in the bottom of the stand assembly using a 16 x 2 stand foot 2 16 hex nuts and 2 flat washers on each foot in the sequence shown Note Adjust the feet
18. components EYE PROTECTION Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses or a face shield when operating or observing machinery to reduce the risk of eye injury or blindness from flying particles Everyday eyeglasses are not approved safety glasses G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 AWARNING WEARING PROPER APPAREL Do not wear clothing apparel or jewelry that can become entangled in moving parts Always tie back or cover long hair Wear non slip footwear to avoid accidental slips which could cause loss of work piece control HAZARDOUS DUST Dust created while using machinery may cause cancer birth defects or long term respiratory damage Be aware of dust hazards associated with each workpiece material and always wear a NIOSH approved respirator to reduce your risk HEARING PROTECTION Always wear hear ing protection when operating or observing loud machinery Extended exposure to this noise without hearing protection can cause permanent hearing loss REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS Tools left on machinery can become dangerous projectiles upon startup Never leave chuck keys wrenches or any other tools on machine Always verify removal before starting INTENDED USAGE Only use machine for its intended purpose and never make modifications not approved by Grizzly Modifying machine or using it differently than intended may result in malfunction or mechanical failure that can lead to serious personal injury or death AWKWARD POSITIO
19. household income 20 000 29 000 30 000 39 000 40 000 49 000 50 000 59 000 60 000 69 000 70 000 What is your age group 20 29 30 39 40 49 50 59 60 69 70 How long have you been a woodworker metalworker 0 2 Years ___ 2 8 Years __ 8 20 Years ___ 20 Years How many of your machines or tools are Grizzly 0 2 3 5 6 9 10 Do you think your machine represents a good value Yes No Would you recommend Grizzly Industrial to a friend Yes No Would you allow us to use your name as a reference for Grizzly customers in your area Note We never use names more than 3 times Yes No Comments FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE Grizzly Industrial Inc GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL INC P O BOX 2069 BELLINGHAM WA 98227 2069 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE Send a Grizzly Catalog to a friend Name Street TAPE ALONG EDGES PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE 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 This is Grizzly s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be implied by law including any merchantability or fitness for any par ticular purpose are hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty We do not warrant or represent that the merchandi
20. less than 10 minutes to switch over Figure 59 H7587 Re Saw Fence Retrofit Kit for the GO555LX Bandsaw 41 T23376 Universal Mobile Base Just add your own piece of plywood to complete this mobile kit for a custom fit under nearly any size machine Two kickstand mounted swivel casters easily drop down with a press from the foot for a quick transition from a stationary base to full maneuverability G8984 Single Roller Stand G8985 5 Roller Stand These roller stands are invaluable when working solo in any shop for outfeeding and support tasks With 15 wide rollers adjustable 26 44 height and all steel construction make them con venient and rugged Figure 60 123376 SHOP FOX Mobile Base Basic Eye Protection T20501 Face Shield Crown Protector 4 T20502 Face Shield Crown Protector 7 T20503 Face Shield Window T20452 Kirova Anti Reflective S Glasses T20451 Kirova Clear Safety Glasses H0736 Shop Fox Safety Glasses H7194 Bifocal Safety Glasses 1 5 H7195 Bifocal Safety Glasses 2 0 H7196 Bifocal Safety Glasses 2 5 Ca 20502 T20503 Figure 61 Assortment of basic eye protection Order Online at grizzly com 42 Figure 62 G8984 and G8985 single and 5 roller stands G5562 SLIPIT 1 Qt Gel G5563 SLIPIT 12 oz Spray G2871 Boeshield T 9 12 oz Spray G2870 Boeshield T 9 4 oz Spray H3788 G96 Gun Treatm
21. machine and its com ponents are very heavy Get lifting help or use power lifting equipment such as a forklift to move heavy items Needed for Setup The following are needed to complete the setup process but are not included with your machine Description Qty e Additional People As Needed Geesen 1 e Disposable Shop Rags As Needed e Cleaner Degreaser As Needed A oh a a AE 1 Mex Wrench MM encinas 1 e Wrench or Socket 10mm 2 e Wrench or Socket 13mm 2 Unpacking Your machine was carefully packaged for safe transportation Remove the packaging materials from around your machine and inspect it If you discover the machine is damaged please imme diately call us at 570 546 9663 for advice Save the containers and all packing materials for possible inspection by the carrier or its agent Otherwise filing a freight claim can be difficult When you are completely satisfied with the condi tion of your shipment inventory the contents AWARNING SUFFOCATION HAZARD Keep children and pets away from plastic bags or packing materials shipped with this machine Discard immediately G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Inventory The following is a description of the main compo nents shipped with your machine Lay the compo nents out to inventory them If any non propri
22. removal while giving you the great finish of a skip Alternate set AS S blades are only 025 thick with a total overall set is only 048 thousandths of an inch These bands were specifically designed for straight line resawing in very expensive thick woods These blades utilize the thinnest kerf pos sible and provide a super finish when speed is not a concern You cannot go wrong with these blades 93 93v 9314 93v 93 9314 93v 9314 93v 93 93v 93 93 93 93v 9314 93v 93v 93v 93 Order Online at grizzly com G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 G1163 1HP Floor Model Dust Collector G1163P 1HP Floor Model Dust Collector G0710 1HP Wall Mount Dust Collector G0710P 1HP Wall Mount Dust Collector G3591 30 Micron Replacement Bag H4340 3 0 Micron Upgrade Bag Excellent point of use dust collectors that can be used next to the machine with only a small amount of ducting Specifications 450 CFM 7 2 static pressure 2 cubic foot bag and 30 micron filter Motor is 1HP 110V 220V 14A 7A Model G0710 Model G1163 Figure 58 Point of use dust collectors H7587 Re Saw Fence Retrofit Kit This retrofit kit allows you to upgrade your exist ing aluminum fence for the GO555LX bandsaw to a cast iron fence with the 6 high re saw fence Simply unbolt your existing aluminum fence 4 bolts and bolt on the new fence kit Takes
23. see Figure 50 e Faulty alignment adjustment of the guides e Forcing twisting a wide blade around a short radius Feeding the workpiece too fast Dull teeth or damaged tooth set Over tensioned blade Table Insert Upper blade guide assembly set too high above the workpiece e Using a blade with a lumpy or improperly fin ished braze or weld e Continuously running the bandsaw when not in use e Leaving blade tensioned when not in use e Using the wrong TPI for the workpiece thick ness The general rule of thumb is three teeth in the workpiece at all times Figure 50 Table insert and table pin 5 Open the upper and lower wheel covers 6 Puton heavy leather gloves Changing Blade 7 Slip the blade off the wheels rotate it 90 and slide it through the table slot and off the machine AWARNING Disconnect bandsaw from power BEFORE changing blade Serious personal injury could occur if machine is started during this procedure Ax CAUTION LACERATION HAZARD Bandsaw blades are sharp and difficult to handle Figure 51 Changing the blade Wear heavy leather gloves while handling to reduce the risk of being cut 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Move the blade tension quick release lever to the left to release blade tension 3 Adjust the upper blade guide assembly all the way up and move the blade guides com pletely away from the blade 36 o G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12
24. so the blade follows the layout line without twisting If curves are sharp or tight use a narrower blade with more TPI teeth per inch and make relief cuts to avoid having to back the workpiece away from the blade Always make short cuts first then proceed to the longer cuts Relief cuts reduce the chance of the blade being pinched or twisted Relief cuts are cuts made through the waste portion of the workpiece and are stopped at the layout line so when you re cutting along the layout line waste wood is released from the workpiece alleviating any pressure on the back of the blade Relief cuts also make it easier to back the workpiece out once the saw blade has come to a stop if needed NOTICE The list below displays blade widths and the corresponding minimum radii for those blade widths Min Radius Y ys 1 2 334 5 G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Stacked Cuts One of the benefits of a bandsaw is its ability to cut multiple copies of a particular shape by stack ing a number of workpieces together However before making stacked cuts ensure that the table is perpendicular 90 to the blade otherwise any error in this setting will be compounded in the workpieces To complete a stacked cut 1 Align the workpieces from top to bottom 2 Secure all the pieces together in a manner that will not interfere with the cutting Hot glue on the edges works well as do brad nails through the waste portion Be
25. supply is at fault switched OFF Plug receptacle is at fault or wired incorrectly Wiring is open has high resistance Motor connection wired incorrectly Start capacitor is at fault Motor ON OFF switch is at fault Centrifugal switch is at fault Incorrect workpiece material Feed rate too fast for task V belt slipping Motor connection is wired incorrectly Plug receptacle is at fault Motor bearings are at fault Motor has overheated Motor is at fault Centrifugal switch is at fault Motor or component is loose V belt worn or loose Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover Pulley is loose Machine is incorrectly mounted or sits unevenly on floor Blade is at fault Cast iron motor mount loose broken Centrifugal switch is at fault Motor or spindle bearings are at fault Ensure hot lines have correct voltage on all legs and main power supply is switched ON Test for good contacts correct the wiring Check for broken wires or disconnected corroded connections and repair replace as necessary Correct motor wiring connections Page 53 Test replace Replace faulty ON OFF switch Adjust replace centrifugal switch Use wood with correct moisture content 2096 or less without glues and little pitch resin Decrease feed rate Tighten repair replace Pages 46 and 47 Correct motor wiring connections Page 53 Test for good conta
26. take a few minutes to give us feedback Grizzly Documentation Manager P O Box 2069 Bellingham WA 98227 2069 Email manuals grizzly com Machine Description The bandsaw is a versatile woodworking tool that is used to perform a wide variety of cuts in wood stock such as rip cuts cross cuts bevel cuts miter cuts circular cuts contour cuts stacked pattern cuts etc The bandsaw blade is a continuous metal band wrapped around two rotating wheels which per forms the cut as it passes through the workpiece and table The Model G0555LX has 6 of cutting height a 131 left of the blade cutting capacity and a 1 HP motor this bandsaw is perfect for any shop Thoughtful engineering makes this saw a pleasure to use The Model GO555LX bandsaw includes convenient controls a 4 dust port com puter balanced cast iron wheels and an easy to read tension scale Also included are a fence a miter gauge and a saw blade G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Identification 4p 4 Blade Tension Knob Blade Quick Uppe Wheel F Release Lever G d P t g Guard ulae Fos Control Knob Blade Tension Scale Control Knob Upper Blade Guide Post Switch Guide Assembly e _ Miter Gauge Fence Lock p ri Handle d y Table Pin Table Tilt Lock Knob Table Insert Lower Wheel Gu
27. that is parallel with the other wheel but is not coplanar must be shimmed by the distance that it is not in the same plane with the other wheel Tip Electrical washers work well for shimming the wheel because the can easily be stacked to get the desired height To shim a wheel 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Adjust the upper wheel tracking so that it is parallel with the bottom wheel 3 With the straightedge touching both rims of the wheel that does not need to be adjusted measure the distance away from the other wheel with a fine ruler as shown in Figure 70 The distance measured with the ruler is the distance this wheel must be shimmed i A Figure 70 Measuring the distance to shim the wheel to be coplanar 4 Remove the blade 5 Remove the wheel to be shimmed Place as many shims as necessary to correct the gap measured in Step 3 onto the wheel shaft 6 Re install the wheel and secure it in place 7 Re install the blade and properly tension it G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 8 Perform the previous Checking Wheel Alignment procedure If necessary to make the wheels parallel repeat this procedure 9 Close the wheel covers 10 The first time you get the wheels coplanar place a mark on each wheel where you held the straightedge then use this position again in the future if you need to repeat the proce dure This assures repeated accuracy every time you adjust the wheels Upper Wheel La
28. washers Trunnion 17 10 Line up the table slot with the blade then position the table so that the blade is in the center cut out 11 Rotate the table so that the table slot faces to the right then insert the table bolts through the mounting holes in the trunnion base as shown in Figure 15 Table Trunnion Sorunnion Base Trunnion Bolt Figure 15 Installing the table onto the trunnion base 12 Secure the table by fully threading the two trunnion lock knobs onto the table bolts 13 Attach the rear fence rail to the rear of the table with 2 1 4 20 x cap screws as shown in Figure 16 Rear Fence Rail Figure 16 Installing rear fence rail zB 14 Attach the front fence rail shown in Figure 17 with 2 20 x Ya hex bolts and 1 4 flat washers Front Fenc Rail Figure 17 Installing front fence rail 15 Pull the fence handle up and place the fence on the front fence rail as shown in Figure 18 Figure 18 Installing fence onto rails GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 16 Thread the M6 1 hex nut onto the fence rail pad then thread it into the rear underside of the fence see Figure 19 so that the fence rests the same height above the table along its full length Tighten the hex nut against the fence to secure the setting Figure 19 Fence rail pad installed 17 Install the table insert and table pin as show in Figure 20 Important Make sure y
29. wiring practices or electrical codes in your area Note The circuit requirements listed in this man ual apply to a dedicated circuit where only one machine will be running at a time If this machine will be connected to a shared circuit where mul tiple machines will be running at the same time consult a qualified electrician to ensure that the circuit is properly sized for safe operation Circuit Requirements for 110V This machine is prewired to operate on a 110V power supply circuit that has a verified ground and meets the following requirements Nominal Voltage 110V 120V m aiw 60 Hz PHASG Single Phase Circuit Rating uec 15 Amps Plug Receptacle NEMA 5 15 Circuit Requirements for 220V This machine can be converted to operate on a 220V power supply refer to Voltage Conversion instructions This power supply must have a veri fied ground and meet the following requirements Nominal Voltage 220V 240V CYCIE 60 Hz NU Single Phase Circuit Rating sasaran aane pani nane 15 Amps Plug Receptacle NEMA 6 15 xg Grounding Requirements This machine MUST be grounded In the event of certain malfunctions or breakdowns grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric curren
30. 1 screws in place while re tightening the lock Phillips Screwdriver 87 1 ing cap screws Re check the setting after Machinist s Square sasanka AAAA 1 tightening To set the positive stop so the table is 90 to N O TI C E the blade Whenever changing a blade or adjusting the 1 Make sure the blade is correctly tensioned as blade tension or tracking the support and described in Tensioning Blade on Page 23 guide bearings must be re adjusted before resuming operation to ensure proper blade 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER support 3 Loosen the two table lock knobs that secure the table to the trunnions 4 Loosen the jam nut that locks the positive stop bolt in place GO0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 7 27 5 Completely raise the upper blade guide assembly then place the machinist s square flat on the table and against the side of the blade as illustrated in Figure 37 Figure 37 Using a square to adjust the table perpendicular to the side of the blade 6 Raise or lower the positive stop bolt until the table is perpendicular to the side of the blade then re tighten the jam nut see Figure 36 against the casting to secure the setting 7 Rest the table on the positive stop bolt then re tighten the table lock knobs 8 Observe the position of the table tilt pointer on the tilt scale located underneath the front of the table see Figure 38 i Figure 38 Location of the table ti
31. 12 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL INC REVISED AUGUST 2012 ST WARNING NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL INC KN14662 PRINTED IN TAIWAN 4 WARNING 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 proper installation in a safe environment personnel training and usage authorization proper inspection and maintenance manual availability and compre hension application of safety devices cutting sanding grinding tool integrity and the usage of personal protective equipment The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property damage from negligence improper training machine modifications or misuse 4 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding 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 e Crystal
32. 220V Motors Main UBI TO TEFC Capacitor Start Induction lene E tens 1 HP Pase casi udi a UIS LIII LENIN D Single Phase AMP sucinta danita ena 11A 5 5A SI WEE 1725 RPM Power Tirah Sie aa ooo Belt Drive DOM H M Shielded and Permanently Sealed Ss 7 Model GO555LANV Mfg Since 1 13 Main Specifications Operation Information Bands TEE 14 in Blade Speeds EM 1800 3100 FPM REN Left 10 Right 45 deg Cutting Capacities Maximum Cutting Height tic secs A WE 6 in Maximum Capacity Lett Of Blade eri entm Percent A 13 1 2 in Blade Information standard Blade LOM op simon nw N 93 1 2 in Blade Width Range RUN 1 8 3 4 in Upper Blade Guides ona iria dziwy SERRA Ball Bearing Lower Blade Te Ball Bearing Guide POSESIZO EE 0 865 in Guide Post EE Solid Steel Table Information Table Length cita A aja a Say dd 14 in Table Width sia ido rie aa cdi 14 in Table Nice current laica 1 1 2 in Floor to Table Height iet terrre Gh ege ies Pa ady aia eege pda wd RZ 43 in Fence Information A A RRSO PG IS EAT Yes LOCKS IN EE No Adjustable for EE WE Yes Costruction A a PAT R o eee OKE Precision Ground Cast Iron RIP FENCE ii a da Extruded Aluminum and Cast Iron Bas neopreno EES Pre Formed Steel BOY E Cast Iron Bree Computer Balanced Cast Iron Lower I e G
33. Blade on Page 23 possible without allowing the guide bearing housing to touch the back of the blade Tool Needed Qty Hex Wrench Amm sss 2 NO TICE To adjust the upper and lower blade guides The set of the teeth increase the chance of the bearings contacting the teeth during a 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER cutting operation as the set of the teeth is wider than the blade The support bearing must be set to prevent this 26 o G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 4 Loosen both cap screws behind the guide H H H bearings then rotate the adjustment cap Table Tilt Calibration screws so the bearings evenly and lightly oe ikiii o touch the sides of the blade see the illustra tion in Figure 35 without deflecting it one When properly adjusted the positive stop bolt way or the other enables the table to be quickly returned perpen dicular to the blade Note When the blade guide bearings are should rotate smoothly as the blade moves see Figure 36 must be lowered then re adjust ed after the table is returned to 0 Figure 35 Blade guide bearings evenly and lightly touching the sides of the blade Figure 36 Positive stop bolt set so table is 90 5 Using a hex wrench tighten the locking cap to the blade viewed from behind the table screws to secure the settings To prevent unwanted movement while tightening use Tools Needed Qty a hex wrench to hold the adjustment cap Wrench IMM AA GAS R Gi
34. Feet 8 Figure 6 Main components inventory Flat Washer Y Stand Feet 8 Combo Wrench 10 x 12mm 1 Hex Wrench 5mm eene 1 N OTI CE If you cannot find an item on this list care fully check the machine and the packaging materials Some of these items may be pre installed for shipping or become misplaced during unpacking G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 7 13 Cleanup The unpainted surfaces of your machine are coated with a heavy duty rust preventative that prevents corrosion during shipment and storage This rust preventative works extremely well but it will take a little time to clean Be patient and do a thorough job cleaning your machine The time you spend doing this now will give you a better appreciation for the proper care of your machine s unpainted surfaces There are many ways to remove this rust preven tative but the following steps work well in a wide variety of situations Always follow the manufac turer s instructions with any cleaning product you AWARNING Gasoline or products with low flash points can explode or cause fire if used to clean machin ery Avoid cleaning with these products A CAUTION Many cleaning solvents are toxic if concentrat ed amounts are inhaled Only work in a well venti lated area use and make sure you work in a well ventilated NOTICE area to minimize exposure to tox
35. Fit the dust hose over the dust port as shown in Figure 25 and secure it in place with a hose clamp 2 Gently pull the hose to make sure it does not come off A tight fit is necessary for proper performance Figure 25 4 dust hose attached to dust port 22 Power Connection After you have completed all previous setup instructions and circuit requirements the machine is ready to be connected to the power supply To avoid unexpected startups or property dam age use the following steps whenever connecting or disconnecting the machine Connecting Power 1 Turn the machine power switch OFF 2 Insert the power cord plug into a matching power supply receptacle The machine is now connected to the power source Figure 26 Connecting power Disconnecting Power 1 Turn the machine power switch OFF 2 Grasp the molded plug and pull it completely out of the receptacle Do not pull by the cord as this may damage the wires inside Figure 27 Disconnecting power G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Test Run Once the assembly is complete test run your machine to make sure it runs properly and is ready for regular operation The test run consists of verifying the following 1 The motor powers up and runs correctly and 2 the safety disabling mechanism on the switch works correctly If during the test run you cannot easily locate the source of an unusual noise or vibration stop using the machine immediately
36. IPIT Boeshield T 9 on Page 40 If the table becomes difficult to tilt remove it and lubricate the trunnions and the slides in the trun nion base Redressing Rubber Tires As the bandsaw ages the rubber tires on the wheels may need to be redressed if they harden or glaze over Redressing the rubber tires improves blade tracking and reduces vibration blade lead If the rubber tires become too worn then blade tracking will become extremely difficult because wheel crown will lose their proper shape At that point redressing will no longer be effective and the rubber tires must be replaced To redress the rubber tires 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Puton heavy leather gloves 3 Remove the blade 4 Clean any built up sawdust from the rubber tires 5 Hold 100 grit sandpaper against the rub ber tire and rotate the wheel by hand Only redress the rubber enough to expose a fresh rubber surface AB SECTION 7 SERVICE Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine If you need replacement parts or additional help with a procedure call our Technical Support at 570 546 9663 Note Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling Troubleshooting Motor amp Electrical Machine does not start ora breaker trips Machine stalls or is underpowered Machine has vibration or noisy operation 44 1 Power
37. ITY LABEL 218 PPAINT 1 TOUCH UP PAINT GRIZZLY GREEN 224 PLABEL 11A SAFETY GLASSES LABEL 219 P0555LX219 MODEL NUMBER LABEL 225 PLABEL 12A READ MANUAL LABEL 220 Safety labels help reduce the risk of serious injury caused by machine hazards If any label comes off or becomes unreadable the owner of this machine MUST replace it in the original location before resuming operations For replacements contact 800 523 4777 or www grizzly com 62 Lal G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE Grizzly WARRANTY CARD Industrial Inc Name Street City State Zip Phone Email Model Order Serial The following information is given on a voluntary basis It will be used for marketing purposes to help us develop better products and services Of course all information is strictly confidential 1 2 How did you learn about us Advertisement Friend Catalog Card Deck Website Other Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to Cabinetmaker amp FDM Popular Science Wooden Boat Family Handyman Popular Woodworking ____ Woodshop News Hand Loader Precision Shooter Woodsmith Handy Projects in Metal Woodwork Home Shop Machinist RC Modeler ____ Woodworker West Journal of Light Cont Rifle ____ Woodworker s Journal Live Steam Shop Notes Other Model Airplane News Shotgun News Old House Journal Today s Homeowner Popular Mechanics ____ Wood 10 What is your annual
38. Joint the edge with a jointer if needed to make the edge straight 2 Hold the straight edge of the workpiece firmly against the fence and feed the workpiece through the saw blade with a push stick 3 Measure the width of the cut workpiece The width of the workpiece should match the reading on the fence scale 4 f the reading on the scale is not the same as the width of the cut workpiece loosen the two screws on the magnifying window see Figure 75 and adjust it to match the width of the cut workpiece Figure 75 Fence scale window and screws 5 Re tighten the screws the scale is now cor rectly calibrated 51 Blade Tensioner The blade tensioner may need to be reset for one of the following reasons e The blade tension quick release lever will not move to the right position when the tension scale is correctly adjusted for the installed blade e You have installed a blade of a different length and the tensioner needs tightened The procedure below describes howto decompress the spring in the blade tensioner to allow the quick release lever to perform its intended purpose If the tensioner needs tightened reverse the proce dure to get the desired results Tool Needed Qty Wrench TAMI BEE 2 To reset the blade tensioner 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Move the blade tension quick release lever to the left position to release blade tension Figure 76 Tensioner Casting i
39. Load Current Rating The full load current rating is the amperage a machine draws at 100 of the rated output power On machines with multiple motors this is the amperage drawn by the largest motor or sum of all motors and electrical devices that might operate at one time during normal operations Full Load Current Rating at 110V 11 Amps Full Load Current Rating at 220V 5 5 Amps The full load current is not the maximum amount of amps that the machine will draw If the machine is overloaded it will draw additional amps beyond the full load rating If the machine is overloaded for a sufficient length of time damage overheating or fire may result especially if connected to an undersized circuit To reduce the risk of these hazards avoid over loading the machine during operation and make sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that meets the requirements in the following section G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Circuit Information A power supply circuit includes all electrical equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel in the building and the machine The power sup ply circuit used for this machine must be sized to safely handle the full load current drawn from the machine for an extended period of time If this machine is connected to a circuit protected by fuses use a time delay fuse marked D AX CAUTION For your own safety and protection of property consult an electrician if you are unsure about
40. Location sese Machine ID Label on Top Cover Customer Assembly amp Setup Time sse ennemi nnne nennen 1 1 2 Hours Features Computer Balanced Cast Iron Wheels Rack and Pinion Guide Post Adjustment for Upper Blade Guides Rock solid T shape fence design Upper and Lower Ball Bearing Blade Guides Hinged Wheel Covers 4 Dust Port Quick Release Blade Tension Included Miter Gauge Fence and 3 8 Blade 6 Riser Block Available GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 7 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 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 Always use common sense and good judgement A DANGER AWARNING A CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided MAY result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices NOTICE This symbol is use
41. NS Keep proper footing and balance at all times when operating machine Do not overreach Avoid awkward hand positions that make workpiece control difficult or increase the risk of accidental injury CHILDREN amp BYSTANDERS Keep children and bystanders at a safe distance from the work area Stop using machine if they become a distraction GUARDS amp COVERS Guards and covers reduce accidental contact with moving parts or flying debris Make sure they are properly installed undamaged and working correctly G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 FORCING MACHINERY Do not force machine It will do the job safer and better at the rate for which it was designed NEVER STAND ON MACHINE Serious injury may occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted STABLE MACHINE Unexpected movement dur ing operation greatly increases risk of injury or loss of control Before starting verify machine is stable and mobile base if used is locked USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult this owner s manual or the manufacturer for rec ommended accessories Using improper acces sories will increase the risk of serious injury UNATTENDED OPERATION To reduce the risk of accidental injury turn machine OFF and ensure all moving parts completely stop before walking away Never leave machine running while unattended MAINTAIN WITH CARE Follow all maintenance instructions and lubrication schedules to keep machine in good
42. READ THIS FIRST Model G0555LX G0555LANV IMPORTANT UPDATE For Machines Mfd Since 01 14 Industrial fne L and Owner s Manual Revised 04 13 For questions or help with this product contact Tech Support at 570 546 9663 or techsupport grizzly com The following change was recently made to this machine since the owner s manual was printed e An additional set of 1 4 eccentrics has been included with this bandsaw Aside from this information all other content in the owner s manual applies and MUST be read and under stood for your own safety IMPORTANT Keep this update with the owner s manual for future reference For questions or help contact our Tech Support at 570 546 9663 or techsupport grizzly com Introduction The model GO555LX and GO555LANV bandsaws come with Ziel eccentrics Part PO555LX129 installed behind the guide bearings An additional set of eccentrics Part PO555LX136 has been included for easier guide bearing adjust ments with Vs bandsaw blades The reduced thickness of the 1 4 eccentrics pro vides more space for guide bearing adjustments with Vs blades helping ensure blade support bearings will not damage the blade tooth set Installation 1 DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER 2 Put on heavy leather gloves and open wheel covers Remove blade as described in own er s manual 3 Remove guide bearing cap screws and guide bearings see Figure 1 Guide Shaft Bracket
43. acket flange bolts 7 Position the table so that the distances are equal between the straightedge and miter slot at the front and the back of the table 8 Taking care not to move the table further re tighten the flange bolts 9 Verify the setting and if necessary repeat this procedure until you are satisfied with the adjustment G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Aligning Fence To ensure accurate cutting when using the fence the face of the fence must be parallel to the table miter slot and thus to the side of the blade Tools Needed Qty Hex Wrench Emm aaa aaa nana n anane 1 To align the fence parallel with the miter slot 1 Make sure the miter slot is parallel with the blade as instructed in the previous Aligning Table procedure 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 3 Install the fence on the right side of the blade even with the edge of the miter slot then lock it in place lf the fence is parallel with the miter slot no additional adjustment is necessary lf the fence is not parallel with the miter slot proceed to Step 4 4 Loosen the four fence adjustment cap screws shown in Figure 41 adjust the fence paral lel to the miter slot then re tighten the cap Screws to secure the setting Figure 41 Location of the fence adjustment cap screws 29 SECTION 4 OPERATIONS Operation Overview The purpose of this overview is to provide the nov ice machine operator with a basic under
44. anar see the illustra tion in the figure to the right Straightedge When wheels are coplanar the bandsaw is more likely to cut straight without wandering and vibration heat and blade wear are considerably decreased because the blade is automatically bal anced on the wheel Bringing the wheel into alignment may require a combination of shimming a wheel and center F lateral tracking the blade Top and bottom Wheels parallel b t wheels parallel and top or bottom wheel Tools Needed Qty aligned No adjust is not parallel with Straightedge AT 1 ment needed the other wheel Fine EE 1 Move the top wheel Wrench or Socket 1 mm see 1 in or out Wrench or Socket t19mim eer 1 Checking Wheel Alignment 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Remove the table 3 With the blade on and properly tensioned hold a straightedge close to the center of both wheels Make sure the straightedge fully extends across the rims of both wheels as shown in Figure 68 4 Referring to Figure 69 check wheel align ment Top wheel is not verti Top wheel is not later cally aligned with the ally aligned with the bottom wheel Use the bottom wheel Adjust blade tracking knob to the rear adjustment set tilt the top wheel screws to tilt the top wheel left right Figure 69 Wheel alignment illustration Figure 68 Checking if the wheels are coplanar 48 7 G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Shimming a Wheel A wheel
45. ard Lower Blade Guide Assembly 4 Dust Port Figure 1 GO555LX identification AWARNING For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Bandsaw a Wear eye protection b Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has stopped c Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension blade guides and thrust bearings d Adjust upper guide to just clear workpiece e Hold workpiece firmly against table G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 7 3 frizz ly iaai Industrial Inc Customer Service 7 570 546 9663 To Order Call 800 523 4777 Fax 800 438 5901 MODEL GO555LX 14 DELUXE BANDSAW Product Dimensions W ldlit eeben eege Ee EE 229 Ibs Width side to side x Depth front to back x Height 27 x 30 x 67 1 2 in 23 1 2 x 16 1 2 in Shipping Dimensions Carton 1 Ee ee Cardboard EE Machine 205 Ibs 46 x 22 x 19 in Electrical Power eg Wee 110V Single Phase 60 Hz Fiewired OMA EE 110V Full Load Current Hang 11A at 110V 5 5A at 220V Minimum get 15A O TTL On Off Push Button Switch Voltage RUE eie INI Nee 110V 220V Cord Length Cord Gauge Plug included e Included Plug Type Recommended Plug Outlet Type Motors Main EE 1 HP M EE 110V 220V e EUT Single Phase 11A a
46. be processed through this machine and provide enough space around the machine for adequate operator material handling or the installation of auxiliary equipment With permanent installations leave enough space around the machine to open or remove doors covers as required by the main tenance and service described in this manual See below for required space allocation A CAUTION Children or untrained people may be seriously injured by this machine Only install in an access restricted location Physical Environment The physical environment where the machine is operated is important for safe operation and lon gevity of machine components For best results operate this machine in a dry environment that is free from excessive moisture hazardous chemi cals airborne abrasives or extreme conditions Extreme conditions for this type of machinery are generally those where the ambient temperature range exceeds 41 104 F the relative humidity range exceeds 20 95 non condensing or the environment is subject to vibration shocks or bumps Electrical Installation Place this machine near an existing power source Make sure all power cords are protected from traffic material handling moisture chemicals or other hazards Make sure to leave access to a means of disconnecting the power source or engaging a lockout tagout device if required Lighting Lighting around the machine must be adequate enough that operations
47. careful not to cut into the brads or you may break the blade 3 On the face of the top piece lay out the shape you intend to cut 4 Make relief cuts perpendicular to the out line of your intended shape in areas where changes in blade direction could strain the woodgrain or cause the blade to bind 5 Cut the stack of pieces as though you were cutting a single piece Follow your layout line with the blade kerf on the waste side of your line see Figure 55 for an example of a stacked cut setup Figure 55 Example of a stacked cut setup 39 SECTION 5 ACCESSORIES AWARNING Some aftermarket accessories can be installed on this machine that could cause it to function improperly increasing the risk of serious personal injury To minimize this risk only install accessories recommended for this machine by Grizzly NOTICE Refer to the newest copy of the Grizzly Catalog for other accessories available for this machine Call 1 6900 92 47 Pt YO Grizzly Bandsaw Blades 93 9372 93 93 93 93 93 93 93 93 93 93 9372 932 93 93 93 93 93 93 93 93 9372 Order Online at grizzly com 40 9 T20388 Success With Bandsaws Explore the many creative possibilities of floor standing and portable bench top bandsaws With these practical instructions and color photographs wo
48. cts correct the wiring Test by rotating shaft rotational grinding loose shaft requires bearing replacement Clean off motor let cool and reduce workload Test repair replace Adjust replace centrifugal switch Inspect replace stripped or damaged bolts nuts use thread locking fluid and retighten Tension V belt Page 46 or replace V belt Page 47 Replace dented fan cover replace damaged fan Tighten pulley set screw Adjust stand feet Replace blade Tighten replace Adjust replace centrifugal switch Test by rotating shaft rotational grinding loose shaft requires bearing replacement G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Cutting Operations Machine slows when operating Feeding workpiece too fast Blade is dull Workpiece moisture content is too high Incorrect workpiece type Reduce feed rate Replace blade Page 36 Replace workpiece Replace workpiece Ticking sound when the saw is running Blade weld contacting guide support bearings a light tick is normal Blade weld may be failing Use file or stone to smooth and round the back of the blade slightly loosen the blade guides Inspect and replace blade if necessary Page 36 Blade contacting table insert Table insert installed upside down or backwards Table improperly mounted or aligned Re install table insert a different way Align table Page 28 Vibration when c
49. d from the front of the bandsaw so the upper cap screw slides to the right in the slot this will release the V belt tension 5 Roll the V belt off the pulleys 6 Remove the wheel mount it has left hand threads so it loosens by turning clockwise G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 7 Remove the wheel from the shaft Make sure not to misplace the shaft key 8 Putnew belt on 9 Align the wheel keyway with the shaft key and slide the wheel back onto the shaft 10 Secure the wheel with the wheel mount bolt and flat washer 11 Position the V belt on the desired pulleys then properly tension it as instructed in V Belt Tension on Page 46 12 Replace the blade then properly track and tension it see Pages 19 and 23 and adjust the guide and support bearings Shimming Table To ensure accuracy when cutting stacked cuts or circles the table must be 90 to the back of the blade as shown in Figure 67 Figure 67 Checking the table to be perpendicular to the back of the blade If the table is not perpendicular to the back of the blade correct this condition by placing shims between the table and trunnions underneath it Follow the procedures in Aligning Table on Page 28 to ensure accurate cutting 47 Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is important for optimal perfor mance from your bandsaw Wheels are properly aligned when they are parallel with each other and in the same plane or copl
50. d in the Blade Tracking subsection on Page 19 3 Raise the guide post all the way and move the upper and lower guide bearings away from the blade 4 Engage the blade tension quick release lever to apply tension to the blade 5 Using moderate pressure push the center of the blade sideways lf the blade deflects approximately 1 it is properly tensioned Proceed to Step 7 If the blade deflects less than 1 4 it is over tensioned Turn the blade tensioning knob counter clockwise two full turns and repeat Step 6 lf the blade deflects 1 4 or more the blade is not properly tensioned Apply tension to the blade incrementally and repeat Step 6 until properly tensioned 6 Re adjust blade guides as described in Adjusting Blade Support Bearings and Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings on Pages 25 26 NOTICE When using different size blades the blade tensioning system may need to be reset for correct operation Refer to Blade Tensioner on Page 52 for detailed instructions G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Adjusting Blade Support Bearings The support bearings are positioned behind the blade on the blade guides and prevent it from deflecting backward during cutting operations Proper adjustment of the support bearings is an important part of making accurate cuts and keeps the blade teeth from coming in contact with the blade guides while cutting There are support bearings on the upper and lower blade guide
51. d to alert the user to useful information about proper operation of the machine Safety Instructions for Machinery AWARNING OWNER S MANUAL Read and understand this owner s manual BEFORE using machine TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY Untrained oper ators have a higher risk of being hurt or killed Only allow trained supervised people to use this machine When machine is not being used dis connect power remove switch keys or lock out machine to prevent unauthorized use especially around children Make workshop kid proof DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Do not use machinery in areas that are wet cluttered or have poor lighting Operating machinery in these areas greatly increases the risk of accidents and injury MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED Full mental alertness is required for safe operation of machin ery Never operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol when tired or when distracted ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS You can be shocked burned or killed by touching live electrical components or improperly grounded machinery To reduce this risk only allow qualified service personnel to do electrical installation or repair work and always disconnect power before accessing or exposing electrical equipment DISCONNECT POWER FIRST Always discon nect machine from power supply BEFORE making adjustments changing tooling or servicing machine This prevents an injury risk from unintended startup or contact with live electrical
52. e 24 Tracking knob and wing nut Spin the upper wheel with one hand and slowly adjust the tracking knob with the other hand until the blade consistently tracks in the center of the wheel Tighten the wing nut to secure the setting then spin the upper wheel several times to confirm the tracking If necessary repeat the adjustment procedure until the blade is track ing properly Re adjust the blade guide bearings toward the blade refer to Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings on Page 26 for detailed instruc tions Close and secure the upper wheel cover before operating the bandsaw E Dust Collection A CAUTION DO NOT operate this bandsaw without an ade quate dust collection system This bandsaw creates substantial amounts of wood dust while operating Failure to use a dust collec tion system can result in short and long term respiratory illness Recommended CFM at Dust Port 400 CFM Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with the rating of the dust collector To determine the CFM at the dust port you must consider these variables 1 CFM rating of the dust collector 2 hose type and length between the dust col lector and the machine 3 number of branches or wyes and 4 amount of other open lines throughout the system Explaining how to cal culate these variables is beyond the scope of this manual Consult an expert or purchase a good dust collection how to book To connect a dust collection hose 1
53. e if the manual version you received matches the manufacture date of your machine 7 p MODEL GXXXX Grizzly MACHINE NAME SPECIFICATIONS ing this machine Motor Specification M an ufactu re Date operation s and respirator Specification 1 ted setup and Specification of Your Machine uit before starting Specification i r 4 d disconnect Weight power before adjustments maintenance or service 4 WARNING DO NOT expose to rain or dampness DO NOT modify this machine in any way Never leave machine running unattended DO NOT operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol 0 Maintain machine carefully to prevent accidents 5 6 7 DO NOT remove safety guards 8 9 1 For your convenience we post all available man uals and manual updates for free on our website at www grizzly com Any updates to your model oi machine will be reflected in these documents as soon as they are complete Contact Info We stand behind our machines If you have any questions or need help use the information below to contact us Before contacting please get the serial number and manufacture date of your machine This will help us help you faster Grizzly Technical Support 1203 Lycoming Mall Circle Muncy PA 17756 Phone 570 546 9663 Email techsupport grizzly com We want your feedback on this manual What did you like about it Where could it be improved Please
54. e wheels spin the blade naturally tracks to the highest point of the crown at the center of the wheel see Figure 21 PROPER TRACKING Blade Centered on Peak of Crown Blade Centered J on Wheel Figure 21 Blade centered on the crown of the wheel The wheels of the bandsaw must be aligned for the blade to track correctly on the crown of the wheel Properly aligned wheels are parallel and coplanar see Figure 22 Improper blade tension and cutting practices can negatively affect blade tracking Familiarizing yourself with the ideas and conditions described in Figure 22 will help you recognize when your saws wheel alignment may need adjusted refer to Wheel Alignment on Page 48 for detailed instructions on adjusting the tracking 20 Straightedge Parallel But Not Coplanar Parallel And Coplanar 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Coplanar But Not Coplanar or Not Parallel Parallel Figure 22 Wheel alignment and misalignment examples The wheels on the G0555LX were aligned at the factory so center tracking is the only adjustment that needs to be performed when the saw is new This adjustment is necessary turning the saw on or performing other adjustments G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 To center track the blade 1 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER Adjust the upper and lower blade guides away from the blade refer to Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings on Page 26 for detailed instructions
55. e width G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 e Straight Cutting Use the largest width blade that you own Large blades excel at cutting straight lines and are less prone to wander Tooth Style Figure 49 illustrates the three main blade tooth styles Sg A A A 4 4 A A 4 4 4 IN Figure 49 Main blade tooth styles e Raker Considered to be the standard because the tooth size and shape are the same as the tooth gullet The teeth on raker blades usually are very numerous have no angle and produce cuts by scraping the material As a result smooth cuts can be achieved without cutting fast or generating more heat than other tooth types e Skip Similar to a raker blade that is missing every other tooth Because of the design skip toothed blades have a much larger gullet than raker blades and therefore cut faster and generate less heat However these blades also leave a rougher cut than raker blades e Hook The teeth have a positive angle down ward which makes them dig into the material and the gullets are usually rounded for easier waste removal These blades are excellent for the tough demands of resawing and rip ping thick material G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Tooth Pitch Measured as TPI teeth per inch tooth pitch determines the number of teeth More teeth per inch fine pitch will cut slower but smoother while fewer teeth per inch coarse pitch will cut rougher but faster As a ge
56. ed electrician install the proper outlet with a verified ground For 220V operation The plug specified under Circuit Requirements for 220V on the previous page has a grounding prong that must be attached to the equipment grounding wire on the included power cord The plug must only be inserted into a matching receptacle see following figure that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances GROUNDED 6 15 RECEPTACLE Current Carrying Prongs Grounding Prong Figure 3 Typical 6 15 plug and receptacle GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Extension Cords We do not recommend using an extension cord with this machine If you must use an extension cord only use it if absolutely necessary and only on a temporary basis Extension cords cause voltage drop which may damage electrical components and shorten motor life Voltage drop increases as the extension cord size gets longer and the gauge size gets smaller higher gauge numbers indicate smaller sizes Any extension cord used with this machine must contain a ground wire match the required plug and receptacle and meet the following require ments Minimum Gauge Size 14 AWG Maximum Length Shorter is Better 50 ft Voltage Conversion The voltage conversion MUST be performed by an electrician or a qualified service personnel The voltage conversion is a two step process involving rewiring the mo
57. en sawing as shown in Figure 74 This is called blade lead Blade lead is usually caused by too fast of a feed rate a dull or abused blade or improper blade tension If your blade is sharp undamaged properly tensioned and you still have blade lead perform the following procedures Figure 74 Example of blade lead To correct blade lead 1 Make sure the blade is properly tensioned and the blade guides are adjusted correctly 2 Useless pressure when feeding the workpiece through the cut 3 Make sure the miter slot and fence are paral lel to the blade line see the Aligning Table and Aligning Fence procedures in this man ual for detailed information 4 Perform a test cut with the bandsaw lf there is still blade lead present compen sate for this condition by skewing the fence or shifting the table as instructed in the following procedures G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 To skew your fence 1 Cut a piece of scrap wood approximately 3 4 thick x 3 wide x 17 long On the wide face of the board draw a straight line parallel to the long edge 2 Slide the bandsaw fence out of the way and cut along the line halfway through the board Turn the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to stop Do not move the board 3 Clamp the board to the bandsaw table then slide the fence over to the board so it barely touches one end of the board 4 Use a 4mm hex wrench to loosen the four fence adjustment cap screws
58. ent 12 oz Spray H3789 G96 Gun Treatment 4 5 oz Spray Figure 63 Recommended lubricants for protect ing unpainted cast iron steel part on machinery Call 1 800 523 4777 TO GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE AWARNING Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance Failure to do this may result in serious person al injury Schedule For optimum performance from your machine fol low this maintenance schedule Daily e Check correct loose mounting bolts e Check correct damaged saw blade e Check correct worn or damaged wires Correct any other unsafe condition Monthly e Check for V belt tension damage or wear e Remove blade and thoroughly clean all built up sawdust from the rubber tires on the wheels e Clean vacuum dust buildup from inside cabi net and off motor Cleaning Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth If resin has built up use a resin dissolving cleaner to remove it Once a month remove the blade and thoroughly clean all built up sawdust from the rubber tires on the wheels G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Lubricating Protect the unpainted cast iron surfaces on the table by wiping the table clean after every use this ensures moisture from wood dust does not remain on bare metal surfaces Keep tables rust free with regular applications of products like G96 Gun Treatment SL
59. etary parts are missing e g a nut or a washer we will gladly replace them or for the sake of expediency replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store Inventory see Figure 6 Qty A CN 1 B Saw Blade 93 x Ys x 6 TPI 1 C Bandsaw Body ceterae rta 2 D Trunnion Base spas 1 E Front Fence Ral visionar 1 F Rear Fence Ball nere 1 G Miter Gauge Assembly 1 H Fence ASSemply nissan 1 Es Trunnion Lock KNODS ascii 2 J Upper Stand Bracbs ss eet iota 2 KG Stand TON EE 1 L Stand Re EE 2 M Lower Stand Braces 2 N Hardware Bag sassari 1 Table Insert fc 1 Hex Bolts 5 6 18 x 11 2 Bandsaw 4 Hex Nuts Sie 218 Bandsaw 4 Lock Washers Sie Bandsaw 4 Flat Washers e Bandsaw 8 Cap Screws 4 20 x Ys Fence 2 Hex Bolts 20 x 34 Fence 2 Flat Washers 1 Fence 2 Hex Bolts 1 4 20 x Y Stand 16 Flat Washers 1 4 Stand 16 Flange Nuts Standq 16 Stand Feet e 16 x 2 Stano 4 Carriage Bolts s 18 x Ys Stand 8 Flange Nuts s 18 Stand 8 Hex Nuts 16 Stand
60. ever to the right example of a ripping operation or the blade is a different length from the previous blade adjust the blade tensioner as instructed in the Blade Tensioner on Page 52 then continue with Step 6 11 Adjust the blade tracking see Blade Center Tracking on Page 19 12 Adjust the support bearings and the upper lower blade guides see Adjusting Blade Support Bearings on Page 25 13 Close the wheel covers and replace the table 4 Figure 52 Example of a ripping operation AWARNING ALWAYS use a push stick when ripping narrow pieces Failure to follow these warnings may result in amputation or laceration injuries AWARNING NEVER place fingers or hands in the line of cut If you slip your hands or fingers may go into the blade and may be cut G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Crosscutting Crosscutting is the process of cutting across the grain of wood For plywood and other processed wood crosscutting simply means cutting across the width of the material Crosscuts can be 90 or angled using the miter gauge Compound cross cuts are those where the miter is angled and the table titled To make a crosscut 1 Mark the workpiece on the edge where you want to begin the cut 2 Adjust the blade guide assembly to the cor rect height 3 Adjust the miter gauge to the correct angle needed for the cut 4 Move the fence out of the way Place the workpiece evenly against the miter gauge then line up
61. g especially when sawing small curves SMALL WORKPIECE HANDLING Always sup port feed the workpiece with push sticks jig vise or some type of clamping fixture If your hands slip during a cut while holding small workpieces with your fingers amputation or laceration injuries could occur BLADE CONTROL To avoid serious personal injury DO NOT attempt to stop or slow the blade with your hand or the workpiece Allow the blade to stop on its own A CAUTION No list of safety guidelines can be com plete Every shop environment is different Always consider safety first as it applies to your individual working conditions Use this and other machinery with caution and respect Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury damage to equip ment or poor work results G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 SECTION 2 POWER SUPPLY Availability Before installing the machine consider the avail ability and proximity of the required power supply circuit If an existing circuit does not meet the requirements for this machine a new circuit must be installed To minimize the risk of electrocution fire or equipment damage installation work and electrical wiring must be done by an electrican or qualified service personnel in accordance with all applicable codes and standards AWARNING Electrocution fire or equipment damage may occur if machine is not correctly grounded and connected to the power supply Full
62. ic fumes Avoid chlorine based solvents such as acetone or brake parts cleaner that may Before cleaning gather the following damage painted surfaces Test all cleaners e Disposable Rags in an inconspicuous area before using to Cleaner degreaser WD 40 works well make sure they will not damage paint e Safety glasses amp disposable gloves e Plastic paint scraper optional Basic steps for removing rust preventative 1 Puton safety glasses 2 Coat the rust preventative with a liberal amount of cleaner degreaser then let it soak for 5 10 minutes 3 Wipe off the surfaces If your cleaner degreas er is effective the rust preventative will wipe off easily If you have a plastic paint scraper scrape off as much as you can first then wipe off the rest with the rag 4 Repeat Steps 2 3 as necessary until clean then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality metal protectant to prevent rust 14 GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Site Considerations Weight Load Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight of your machine Make sure that the surface upon which the machine is placed will bear the weight of the machine additional equipment that may be installed on the machine and the heaviest work piece that will be used Additionally consider the weight of the operator and any dynamic loading that may occur when operating the machine Space Allocation Consider the largest size of workpiece that will
63. ince 01 12 Workpiece Inspection Some workpieces are not safe to cut or may require modification before they are safe to cut Before cutting inspect all workpieces for the following e Material Type This machine is intended for cutting natural and man made wood prod ucts laminate covered wood products and some plastics Cutting drywall or cementi tious backer board creates extremely fine dust and may reduce the life of the bearings This machine is NOT designed to cut metal glass stone tile etc cutting these materials with a bandsaw may lead to injury e Foreign Objects Nails staples dirt rocks and other foreign objects are often embed ded in wood While cutting these objects can become dislodged and hit the operator and bind or break the blade which might then fly apart Always visually inspect your workpiece for these items If they can t be removed DO NOT cut the workpiece e Large Loose Knots Loose knots can become dislodged during the cutting opera tion Large knots can break blade teeth and cause machine damage Choose workpieces that do not have large loose knots or plan ahead to avoid cutting through them e Wet or Green Stock Cutting wood with a moisture content over 2096 causes unneces sary wear on the blades increases the risk of kickback and yields poor results e Excessive Warping Workpieces with exces sive Cupping bowing or twisting are danger ous to cut because they are unstab
64. ion quick release lever to apply tension to the blade 5 Connect the bandsaw to power and turn the bandsaw ON 6 Using the blade tension adjustment knob slowly decrease blade tension until you see the blade start to flutter 7 Slowly increase the tension until the blade stops fluttering then tighten the blade tension adjustment knob and additional Ys to of a turn 8 Look at what the tension gauge reads and use that as a guide for tensioning that specific blade in the future Note Do not rely on this setting for other blades or for long periods of time because all blades require specific tensioning and stretch with use If you notice a decrease in perfor mance at the setting repeat this procedure With extended use the blade tensioning sys tem may need to be reset Refer to Resetting Blade Tensioner in the Service section in this manual for details 9 Disconnect the bandsaw from power 10 Re adjust blade guides as described in Adjusting Blade Support Bearings and Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings on Pages 25 26 24 The Deflection Method The deflection method is much more subjective than the flutter method Each blade will deflect differently and every user will determine what moderate pressure means The following are general guidelines for tensioning the blade with this method To tension the bandsaw blade 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Make sure the blade is properly tracking as instructe
65. ip To quickly gauge this setting fold a crisp dollar bill in half twice when folded tightly 2 Familiarize yourself with the blade guide con trols shown in Figure 33 four thicknesses of a dollar bill is approxi mately 0 016 Place the folded dollar bill between the support bearing and the blade Guide Bearing as shown in Figure 32 Adjustment Cap Screws Locking Cap Screw 1 of 2 Figure 33 Blade guide bearing controls 3 Loosen the cap screw shown in the figure above then use the knurled knob to adjust Figure 32 Dollar bill folded twice to make a the guide bearings laterally so the bearing quick 0 016 gauge faces are just behind the blade gullet as illustrated in Figure 34 and re tighten the 8 Tighten the cap screw to lock the support thumbscrew to secure the setting bearing in place Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings Blade Properly adjusting the blade guides provides side Gullets to side support to help keep the blade straight while cutting There are blade guide bearings on the upper and Figure 34 Blade guide bearing positioned just lower blade guide assemblies Both adjust in the behind the blade gullets same manner Note With wider blades it may not be possi Important The blade is tracking and tensioned ble to bring the guide bearings just behind the correctly before performing this procedure see blade gullets Position them as far forward as Tensioning
66. le and often unpredictable when being cut DO NOT use workpieces with these characteristics e Minor Warping Workpieces with slight cup ping can be safely supported if the cupped side is facing the table or the fence A workpiece supported on the bowed side may move unexpectedly resulting in severe injury 32 Guide Post The guide post shown in Figure 43 allows the upper blade guide assembly to be quickly adjust ed for height When cutting the blade guides must always be positioned so they just clear no more than 1 4 the workpiece Guide Post Control Knob Guide Post Lock Knob Figure 43 Guide post and lock knob To adjust the height of the guide post 1 Make sure the motor is OFF 2 Loosen the guide post lock knob 3 Using the guide post control knob adjust the height of the guide post so that the blade guide assembly just clears no more than YA the workpiece 4 Re tighten the lock knob to secure the setting G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Table Tilt The table can be tilted to make angled or beveled cuts A simple tilt scale is provided on the trun nion for a quick gauge see Figure 44 For more accurate results use a protractor Tilt Scale Be di Lock Knob amp Pointer 1 of 2 Figure 44 Table tilt controls Note When tilting the table to the left the positive stop bolt must be lowered Be sure to re adjust it when returning the table to be perpendicular with the
67. life of the blade and making other bandsaw adjustments However properly tensioned blade will not compensate for cutting problems caused by too rapid of a feed rate hardness variations between workpieces and improper blade selection The method used to tension the blade is often a matter of preference Described below are the flutter method and the deflection method Either method will help safely tension the blade Experience and personal preference will help you decide which method your prefer Optimal cut ting results for any workpiece are a combination of correct blade selection proper blade tension and an appropriate feed rate Improper blade tension is unsafe produces inaccurate and incon sistent results and introduces unnecessary wear on bandsaw components Over tensioning the blade increases the chance of the blade breaking or wheel misalignment Under tensioned blades wander excessively while cutting and will not track properly during operation 23 Note Tensioning the blade according to the blade tension scale before the Test Run was an approximate tension The following procedures fine tunes the blade tension The Flutter Method 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Make sure the blade is properly center track ing as instructed in the Blade Tracking sub section previous on Page 19 3 Raise the guide post all the way and move the upper and lower guide bearings away from the blade 4 Engage the blade tens
68. line silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals Work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equip ment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Table of Contents INTRODUCTI N lt lt lt lt lt 0 lt e iceresionenescraianazs 2 Manual AGCUIGCY assi 2 Contact ITO EE 2 Machine Description 2 Identihi CANON sra 3 Machine Data Sheet 4 SECTION 1 SAFETY eren 6 Safety Instructions for Machinery 6 Additional Safety for Bandsaws 8 SECTION 2 POWER SUPPLY 9 Availabilityi zada ik ne aapa Tag 9 Full Load Current Rating 9 Circuit Informallon eise sano 9 Circuit Requirements for 110V 9 Circuit Requirements for 220V 9 Grounding Requirements 10 Extension COTOS EE 11 Voltage Conversion cr 11 SECTION 3 SET UP cretus 12 Set Up NSU T enters 12 Needed for Setup mision 12 Unpacking sorda 12 Lig ez Ip E 13 CleanUp 14 Site Considerations
69. lock knob adjusts the upper blade guide height to just clear the workpiece no more than 1 4 then re tightens the guide post lock knob 5 Checks to make sure the workpiece can safe ly pass all the way through the blade without interference from other objects 6 Puts on safety glasses and a respirator 7 Starts the dust collector and bandsaw 8 Holds the workpiece firmly and flatly against both the table and fence and then pushes the workpiece into the blade at a steady and controlled rate until the cut is complete The operator is very careful to keep fingers away from the blade and uses a push stick to feed narrow workpieces 9 Stops the bandsaw G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 The bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood 7 H H cutting tools in the shop It is capable of perform Disabling amp Locking ing the following types of cuts Switch Straight Cuts e Miters The ON OFF switch can be disabled and locked e Angles by inserting a padlock through the ON button e Compound Angles as shown Locking the switch in this manner can e Resawing prevent unauthorized operation of the machine e Ripping which is especially important if the machine is not e Crosscutting stored inside an access restricted building IMPORTANT Locking the switch with a padlock Irregular Cuts only restricts its function It is not a substitute e Simple and Complex Curves for disconnecting power from the machine when e Duplicate Parts adju
70. lt scale 9 Loosen the Phillips head screw securing the pointer adjust the pointer to 0 then retighten the Phillips head screw 28 Aligning Table To ensure cutting accuracy the table must be aligned so the miter slot is parallel with the bandsaw blade Tools Needed Qty Straightedge 2 acid 1 Fine Aulas 1 Masking WT As Needed Wrench TOM Misc 1 To align the table miter slot parallel to the blade 1 Make sure the blade is correctly tensioned as described in the Tensioning Blade subsec tion earlier in this manual 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 3 Make sure the table is perpendicular to the side of the blade and is locked in place 4 Place an accurate straightedge along the blade The straightedge should lightly touch both the front and back of the blade see Figure 39 Note Make sure the straightedge does not go across a tooth while performing this step Figure 39 Placing a straightedge along the blade and measuring to the miter slot GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 5 Use the fine ruler to measure the distance between the straightedge and miter slot at the front and back of the table see Figure 39 lf the distances are the same no further adjustments are required f the distances are different continue with Step 6 6 Loosen the six flange bolts that secure the table to the trunnion brackets see Figure 40 y Flange Bolts 3 of 6 EH Figure 40 Location of trunnion br
71. neral rule choose blades that will have at least three teeth in the material at all times Use fine pitched blades on harder woods and coarse pitched blades on softer woods Blade Care A bandsaw blade is a thin piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous stresses when cutting You can obtain longer use from a bandsaw blade if you give it fair treatment and always use the appropriate feed rate for your operation Be sure to select blades with the proper width style and pitch for each application The wrong choice of blades will often produce unnecessary heat which will shorten the life of your blade A clean blade will perform much better than a dirty blade Dirty or gummed up blades pass through the cutting material with much more resistance than clean blades This extra resistance also causes unnecessary heat Resin pitch cleaners are excellent for cleaning dirty blades Blade Breakage Many conditions may cause a bandsaw blade to break Blade breakage is unavoidable in some Cases since it is the natural result of the peculiar stresses that bandsaw blades are subjected to Blade breakage is also due to avoidable circum stances Avoidable breakage is most often the result of poor care or judgement on the part of the operator when mounting or adjusting the blade or blade guides 35 The most common causes of blade breakage 4 Remove the fence and miter gauge from the are table then remove the table insert and table pin
72. ng the blade tension when not in use or frequently over tensioning the bandsaw Replace spring in the blade tension mechanism then take better care of the bandsaw by releasing tension when not in use and not over tensioning the blade Wheel is noisy Wheel bearing is worn out V belt is too tight lower wheel Replace the wheel bearing Check loosen the belt tension Page 46 Blade does not track G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Wheels are not coplanar or aligned with each other Rubber tires on wheels are worn out Adjust wheels to be coplanar aligned with each other Page 48 Redress the rubber tires on the wheels Page 43 replace the rubber tires on the wheels 45 V Belt Tension To ensure optimum power transmission from the motor to the blade the V belt must be in good condition and operate under proper tension V belt tension should be checked at least every month more often if the bandsaw is used daily If the belt shows signs of cracks fraying and exces sive wear replace it as instructed in Replacing V Belt on Page 47 Checking V Belt Tension T 2 3 46 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER Open the lower wheel cover Check V Belt deflection The V belt is prop erly tensioned if there is approximately 1 deflection Deflection is checked by push ing the V belt with moderate pressure as shown in Figure 64 and noting how much it moves lf the
73. odworkers can quickly master basic skills and then practice advanced procedures like making dovetail mortise and tenon joints and cutting vari able curve edges even make their own money saving jigs and templates 176 pages SUCCESS WITH BANDSAWS 2 E 3 Figure 56 Success with Bandsaws book T25555 6 Extension Block Kit Increase your cutting capacity from 6 to 12 cut ting height with this bolt on 6 extension block kit Includes all necessary hardware plus extended blade guard and 105 x x 6 TPI blade We also carry a full line of 105 blades Figure 57 T25555 Extension Block Kit G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Timberwolf 931 Bandsaw Blades Timber Wolf Band Mill Blades are high perfor mance bands The exclusive use of low tensioned high ductile Swedish silicon steel unique geomet ric gullet designs and sets unique manufacturing processes and quality control has resulted in the production of the finest band saw blades in the world High Performance HP and Raker RK blades are specifically designed for detail work in 1 and smaller kiln dried wood when a very clean finish is required They are also effective in plywood and other woods where tear out is a con cern as well as the cutting of soft metals Positive Claw PC blades are everything a wood cutting blade was meant to be They have over 60 of the speed capabilities of a hook style blade with hook style gullet geometry and fast chip
74. on top of the fence skew the fence so that it is parallel with the scrap piece then re tighten the cap screws 5 Make a few cuts using the fence lf blade lead is still present repeat Steps 1 4 until the blade and fence are parallel with each other Or shift the table as instructed in the fol lowing procedure To shift the table 1 Ona scrap piece of wood mark a line that is perpendicular to the front edge 2 Cut halfway through the board on the line by pushing it into the blade 3 Turn the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to stop 4 Disconnect the bandsaw from power then use a 10mm wrench to loosen the six hex bolts underneath the table that secure it to the trunnion brackets 5 Shift the table to compensate for the blade lead re tighten the hex bolts then re connect the bandsaw to power 6 Repeat Steps 1 5 until there is no longer any blade lead GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Fence Scale Calibration You may need to recalibrate the fence scale after changing or adjusting the blade or if the scale is not producing accurate cuts Recalibrate the fence scale by adjusting the hairline indicator on the fence and testing your adjustment by cutting a piece of scrap wood Tools Needed Qty Phillips Screwdriver 1 ssss 1 To calibrate the scale 1 Set the fence anywhere along the scale and locate a piece of scrap wood with at least one straight edge Note
75. ou re install the table pin This pin keeps the table surfaces on either side of the slot even with the chang es in operating pressures and temperature changes Figure 20 Table pin and insert installed G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Adjustment Overview The bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood working machines As such it has multiple compo nents that must be properly adjusted for the best cutting results For safety reasons some adjustments and test operations must be performed before performing other necessary adjustments Below is an over view of all the adjustments and the order in which they should be performed Adjustment procedures include Blade Tracking Dust Collection Power Connection Test Run Tension Blade Adjusting Blade Support Bearings Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings Table Tilt Calibration Aligning Table Aligning Fence 19 Blade Tracking Tracking refers to how the blade rides on the bandsaw wheels Proper tracking is important for maintaining bandsaw adjustments achiev ing correct blade tension and cutting accurate ly Improper tracking reduces cutting accuracy causes excess vibrations and places stress on the blade and other bandsaw components The shape of the wheels and the orientation of the wheels in relation to each other determine how the blade tracks Bandsaw wheels are either flat or crowned and both shapes track differently The GO555LX has crowned wheels As th
76. se complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so warrants In no event shall Grizzly s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State of Washington County of Whatcom We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products To take advantage of this warranty contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details We will then issue you a Return Number which must be clearly posted on the outside as well as the inside of the carton We will not accept any item back without this number Proof of purchase must accompany the merchandise The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they constantly strive to achieve better quality equipment We make every effort to ensure that our products meet high quality and durability standards and we hope you never need to use this warranty Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the manual Thank you again for your business and continued support We hope to serve you again soon GOI TOOL WEBSITE Buy Direct and Save with Grizzly Trusted Proven and a Great Value Since 1983 Visit Our Website Today For Current Specials ORDER 24 HOURS A DAY 1 800 523 4777
77. sion ssnseseeseeeenen 46 Une ue EE 46 Replacing VsBBlisussssisu nooo 47 Gillet 47 Wheel Alignment s eeeeaaaaaaaaa 48 Checking Wheel Alignment 00000 48 Shimming a Wheel tetti 49 Upper Wheel Lateral Adjustment 49 Blade LO P 50 Fence Scale Calibration 51 Blade Tension e 52 SECTION 8 WIRING enhn 53 Wiring Safety Instructions 53 Electrical Locas cani 54 110V Prewired Wiring Diagram 55 220V Rewired Wiring Diagram 56 SECTION 9 PARTS ca piene wia 57 Main EE 57 Table Fence amp Gand 60 e 62 WARRANTY AND RETURNS 65 z1 INTRODUCTION Manual Accuracy We are proud to offer this manual with your new machine We ve made every effort to be exact with the instructions specifications drawings and photographs of the machine we used when writing this manual However sometimes we still make an occasional mistake Also owing to our policy of continuous improve ment your machine may not exactly match the manual If you find this to be the case and the dif ference between the manual and machine leaves you in doubt check our website for the latest manual update or call technical support for help Before calling find the manufacture date of your machine by looking at the date stamped into the machine ID label see below This will help us determin
78. so that they are approxi mately the same height this will make level ing the stand easier in a later step e Foot Upper Lower PE Stand Brace Ger San Brace EX NU Flat Washer Flat Washer Hex Nut Figure 10 Stand foot installed 1 of 4 GO555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Turn the stand assembly upright and attach the top as shown in Figure 11 with 8 s 18 x carriage bolts and 8 e 18 flange nuts Figure 11 Stand top attached Square up the stand components and fully tighten all the fasteners Place the level on top of the stand assembly as shown in Figure 12 then adjust the feet up or down to make the stand top level from side to side and front to back Make sure that both hex nuts on the feet are tight against the stand assembly so they will not move Figure 12 Leveling the stand G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 With the help of other people lift the bandsaw assembly onto the stand and align the mount ing holes Have one person hold the bandsaw in place to keep it from fall until you can com plete the next step Secure the bandsaw assembly to the stand with 4 e 18 x 1 hex bolts 4 ie lock washers 8 s flat washers and 4 e 18 hex nuts as shown in Figure 13 Figure 13 Bandsaw assembly attached to the stand Position the table trunnion on the bandsaw as shown in Figure 14 then secure it with the 2 ie 18 x 1 hex bolts and 2 54e lock
79. standing of how the machine is used during operation so the machine controls components discussed later in this manual are easier to understand Due to the generic nature of this overview it is not intended to be an instructional guide To learn more about specific operations read this entire manual and seek additional training from expe rienced machine operators and do additional research outside of this manual by reading how to books trade magazines or websites AWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury when using this machine read and understand this entire manual before operating AWARNING Damage to your eyes and lungs could result from using this machine without proper pro tective gear Always wear safety glasses and a respirator when operating this machine If you have never used this type of machine or equipment before WE STRONGLY REC OMMEND that you read books review industry trade magazines or get formal training before beginning any projects Regardless of the content in this section Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training To complete a typical operation the operator does the following 1 Examines the workpiece to make sure it is suitable for cutting 2 Adjusts the fence for the width of the cut and then locks it in place 3 Adjusts the table tilt if necessary to the cor rect angle of the desired cut 4 Loosens the guide post
80. sting or servicing e Circles e Beveled Curves Padlock A properly adjusted bandsaw can be safer to operate than most other saws and performs many functions with ease and accuracy Basic Cutting Tips Here are some basic tips to follow when oper ating the bandsaw e Replace sharpen and clean blades often for Figure 42 Switch disabled by a padlock best performance Check guide tension and alignment settings periodically and adjust aa to keep the saw running in AWARNING Children or untrained people can be e Use light and even pressure while cutting seriously injured by this machine This Light feeding pressure makes it easier to cut risk increases with unsupervised operation straight and prevents undue friction or strain To help prevent unsupervised operation on the bandsaw components disable and lock the switch before leaving machine unattended Place key in a well e Avoid twisting the blade when cutting around hidden or secure location tight corners Allow the blade to saw around NOTICE the corners Use relief cuts when possible The padlock shaft diameter is important to the disabling function of the switch With any padlock used to lock the switch test the switch after installation to ensure that it is properly disabled e Misusing the saw or using incorrect tech niques e g twisting the workpiece incorrect feed rate etc is unsafe and results in poor cuts osez oz G0555LX Mfg S
81. t Improper connection of the equipment grounding wire can result in a risk of electric shock The wire with green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding wire If repair or replacement of the power cord or plug is nec essary do not connect the equipment grounding wire to a live current carrying terminal Check with a qualified electrician or service per sonnel if you do not understand these grounding requirements or if you are in doubt about whether the tool is properly grounded If you ever notice that a cord or plug is damaged or worn discon nect it from power and immediately replace it with a new one AWARNING Serious injury could occur if you connect the machine to power before completing the setup process DO NOT connect to power until instructed later in this manual For 110V operation This machine is equipped with a power cord that has an equipment ground ing wire and a grounding plug see following fig ure The plug must only be inserted into a match ing receptacle outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances GROUNDED 5 15 RECEPTACLE Grounding Prong Neutral Hot Figure 2 Typical 5 15 plug and receptacle A0 SHOCK HAZARD Two prong outlets do not meet the grounding requirements for this machine Do not modify or use an adapter on the plug provided if it will not fit the outlet have a qualifi
82. t 110V 5 5A at 220V Na PEN 1725 RPM Belt Drive SI CT Shielded and Lubricated Ball Bearings Main Specifications Operation Bandsaw Olz erii TER TIEMPO 14 in Blade Speed EE 1800 3100 FPM HEITE Left 10 Right 45 deg s4 7 G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Cutting Capacities Maximum Cutting Height AAA 6 in Max Capacity Left of Baden 13 1 2 in Blade Information Standard Blade Lengths sanane ganing na A OE A breed Er RR ERR E HERE PERLE ES NENENG Ta ENE Aa TENGEN 93 1 2 in sire 1 8 3 4 in Upper Blade Guides 7 8 Ball Bearing Lower Blade Guides 7 8 Ball Bearing Guide POS epa EEN 0 865 in Guide Post VPO cdi dde il ie Solid Steel Table Information Table Londres 14 in BE AREE UII EU TEES 14 in Table Thickness Floorto Table FIORE o EC 43 in Fence Information A Tl Yes Locks in TE LEE No Adjustable for Blade bead hee nai Yes Construction A a We GE aa a A NG AG Da N Precision Ground Cast Iron Biel Extruded Aluminum and Cast Iron EE Pre Formed Steel Cast Iron Cast Iron Cast Iron EE Rubber Pre Formed Steel EE Powder Coated Other Related Information Wheel Diameter i teret rere ANE pp ea a ga ba Seege ee Wheel Wide Number of Dust Ports BI EE ET AAA DA SERA E E E EROS O AE aa N Other Specifications Nerio ET Country Of Origin VUE EE 1 Year Serial Number
83. teral Adjustment If the upper wheel is tilted laterally side to side perform the following procedure to make it copla nar with the lower wheel There are two set screws in the upper wheel bracket shown in Figure 71 that adjust the wheel tilt from side to side Tools Needed Qty Hex Wrench mm 1 Wrench or Socket 10MM sess 1 To adjust the upper wheel laterally 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Remove the fence and table from the machine 49 3 Using a white crayon or other light color marker mark the upper and lower wheels to indicate the measuring locations as illus trated in Figure 72 Figure 72 Example of marking upper and lower wheels for consistent measurements Note Marking the wheels ensures more accurate results in case there are irregularities in the wheels 4 Using a straightedge check the wheels at the A and B locations see Figure 72 5 Using the 10mm wrench loosen the hex nuts on the rear adjustment set screws 6 Using the 3mm hex wrench adjust the set screws until the upper wheel is coplanar with the lower wheel see Figure 73 Viewed From Above After lateral adjustment Before lateral adjustment N Straightedge S Figure 73 Before and after lateral wheel alignment viewed from above 7 Re tighten the hex nuts loosened in Step 6 50 Blade Lead Bandsaw blades may wander off the cut line wh
84. the mark with the blade 5 After all safety precautions have been met turn the bandsaw ON and wait for it to come to full speed Slowly feed the workpiece into the blade until the blade is all the way through the workpiece Figure 53 shows an example of a crosscutting operation Resawing Resawing means cutting the thickness of a board into two or more thinner boards see Figure 54 for an example The maximum height of a board that can be resawn is limited by the maximum cutting height of the bandsaw One of the most important considerations for resawing is blade selection a wide blade cuts straighter and is less prone to blade lead see the Blade Lead subsection later in this manual for more information For most applications use a blade with a hook or a skip tooth style Choose blades with fewer teeth per inch from 3 to 6 TPI because they offer larg er gullet capacities for clearing sawdust which reduces heat buildup and strain on the motor Figure 54 Example of a resawing operation AWARNING When resawing thin pieces a wandering blade blade lead can tear through the side of the workpiece exposing your hands to the blade teeth Always use push blocks when resawing and keep your hands clear of the blade Figure 53 Example of a crosscutting operation with the miter gauge 38 G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Cutting Curves When cutting curves simultaneously feed and turn the stock carefully
85. tion see Figure 47 then re tighten the motor mount cap screws Bandsaw 1 4 Deflection Figure 47 1 4 V belt deflection 7 Close the lower wheel cover before re con necting the bandsaw to power 34 Blade Information Blade Dimensions Length Rang EE 93 2 Width Pange aaa earnest ee tbe ene Le 20 Selecting the right blade requires a knowledge of the various blade characteristics to match the blade with the particular cutting operation Blade Length Measured by the circumference blade lengths are usually unique to the brand of your bandsaw and the distance between wheels Blades will vary slightly even in the same length because of how they are welded Refer to the Accessories section later in this manual for blade replace ments from Grizzly Blade Width Measured from the back of the blade to the tip of the blade tooth the widest point blade width is often the first consideration given to blade selec tion Blade width dictates the largest and smallest curve that can be cut as well as how accurately it can cut a straight line Always pick the size of blade that best suits your application e Curve Cutting Use the chart in Figure 48 to determine the correct blade for curve cutting Determine the smallest radius curve that will be cut on your workpiece and use the corre sponding blade width E 2 o o amp m Cutting Radius Figure 48 Recommended cutting radius per blad
86. tor for the new voltage and install ing a new plug according to the manufacturer s instructions Note f the diagram included on the motor con flicts with the one in this manual the motor may have changed since the manual was printed If this is the case use the diagram provided inside the motor wiring junction box instead of the one provided in this manual Items Needed Qty Wire Nut 14 AWG accorto CAE 1 Electrical Tapes As Needed Nema 6 15 PUG EE 1 G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 To convert the machine to 220V 1 DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER 2 Remove the 5 15 plug from the cord 3 Remove the two wire nuts from the wires shown in Figure 4 Motor Pre wired for 110V A Figure 4 Motor pre wired for 110V 4 Re wire the motor as shown in Figure 4 Motor Rewired for 220V d Figure 5 Motor rewired for 220V 5 Tighten all wire nuts and secure them with electrical tape so they cannot vibrate loose during motor operation 6 Install the 6 15 plug on the power cord per the plug manufacturer s instructions 11 12 SECTION 3 SET UP Set Up Safety AWARNING This machine presents serious injury hazards to untrained users Read through this entire manu al to become familiar with the controls and opera tions before starting the machine AWARNING Wear safety glasses dur ing the entire set up pro cess AWARNING This
87. ury make sure the blade teeth face down toward the table and the blade is properly tensioned and tracked before operating BLADE SPEED Moving the workpiece against a blade that is not at full speed could cause kick back Always allow the blade to come to full speed before starting the cut GUARDS The blade guard protects the operator from the moving bandsaw blade ONLY operate this bandsaw with the blade guard installed AWARNING Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this machine Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Use this machine with respect and caution to decrease the risk of operator injury If normal safety pre cautions are overlooked or ignored seri ous personal injury may occur CUTTING TECHNIQUES Plan your cuts so you always cut out of the wood DO NOT back the workpiece away from the blade while the saw is running If you need to back the work out turn the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop and DO NOT twist or put excessive stress on the blade while backing the work away LEAVING WORK AREA Never leave a machine running unattended Allow the bandsaw to come to a complete stop and use the padlock to disable the machine before you leave it unattended FEED RATE To avoid the risk of the workpiece slipping and causing operator injury always feed stock evenly and smoothly DO NOT force or twist the blade while cuttin
88. utting Loose or damaged blade Sawdust buildup on wheels Tighten or replace blade Page 36 Clean all sawdust from rubber tires on wheels Burn marks on the edge of the cut Too much side pressure when feeding workpiece blade is binding Blade too wide for size of radius being cut Feed workpiece straight into the blade Install a smaller width blade increase blade tension Page 34 Rough or poor quality cuts Feeding workpiece too fast Blade guides adjusted incorrectly Incorrect blade selection Reduce feed rate Re adjust all blade support and guide bearings Pages 25 and 26 Choose a the correct blade type for the operation Sawdust buildup inside wheel covers Miscellaneous 1 Clogged dust port Low CFM airflow from dust collection system 1 Clean out dust port Four options Check dust lines for leaks or clogs Move dust collector closer to saw Install a more powerful dust collector Use blast gates to isolate the ducting between the bandsaw and dust collector Possible Cause Possible Solution Tensioner mechanism has poor range of motion 1 Spacer blocks on quick release tension mechanism have moved out of adjustment 1 Reset the blade tensioner Page 52 Blade tension scale is grossly inaccurate Thespringinthebladetension mechanism has lost its spring This is caused by not releasi
89. wiring diagram inside the motor junction box CAPACITORS INVERTERS Some capacitors and power inverters store an electrical charge for up to 10 minutes after being disconnected from the power source To reduce the risk of being shocked wait at least this long before working on capacitors EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES If you are expe riencing difficulties understanding the information included in this section contact our Technical Support at 570 546 9663 COLOR KEY YELLOW LIGHT BLUE WHITE TUR QUOISE YELLOW GREEN cs Vj PURPLE PINK 53 Electrical Locations Figure 77 GO555LX ON OFF switch Switch Motor 54 READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 53 GO555LX Mfg Since 1 12 110V Prewired Wiring Diagram A ON Start Stop Switch UO _ y u Le Ground 5 15 Plug Ground Pre wired G0555LX Mfg Since 01 12 Motor 110V 55 220V Rewired Wiring Diagram 3 ON Start Stop Switch UO de Lo Ground e 0 8 L BG a Ground id 6 15 Plug As Recommended Motor 220V
90. working condition A machine that is improperly maintained could malfunction leading to serious personal injury or death CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Regularly inspect machine for any condition that may affect safe operation Immediately repair or replace damaged or mis adjusted parts before operating machine MAINTAIN POWER CORDS When disconnect ing cord connected machines from power grab and pull the plug NOT the cord Pulling the cord may damage the wires inside Do not handle cord plug with wet hands Avoid cord damage by keeping it away from heated surfaces high traffic areas harsh chemicals and wet damp locations EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES If at any time you experience difficulties performing the intend ed operation stop using the machine Contact our Technical Support at 570 546 9663 AWARNING Additional Safety for Bandsaws BLADE CONDITION Do not operate with dull cracked or badly worn blade Dull blades require more effort to perform the cut Inspect blades for cracks and missing teeth before each use HAND PLACEMENT Never position fingers or hands in line with the blade If the workpiece or your hands slip serious personal injury could occur WORKPIECE MATERIAL This machine is intended for cutting natural and man made wood products and laminate covered wood products This machine is NOT designed to cut metal glass stone tile etc BLADE REPLACEMENT To avoid mishaps that could result in operator inj
91. y com Grizzly 0 nniversary E C US 177335 COPYRIGHT FEBRUARY 2013 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 FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 1 13 TS15614 PRINTED IN TAIWAN MACHINE DATA Grizzly pl Industrial Inc Grizzly Industrial Inc e Customer Service 800 523 4777 Tech Support 570 546 9663 GO555LANV 14 DELUXE BANDSAW ANNIVERSARY EDITION Product Dimensions Welt uns iban 229 lbs Width side to side x Depth front to back x Height nananaenenenenanan anan anea ana ana nr nr mmn 27 x 30 x 67 1 2 in Foot Print Length Width coca tai 23 1 2 x 16 1 2 in Shipping Dimensions Carton 1 KC Cardboard Box roni ed PR Machine Weigmt esre M a 205 lbs Length x Width ae le TEE 46 x 22 x 19 in Carton 2 pue Cardboard Box ope EUER Stand ufi E 42 lbs Length x Widthix e Ee TEE 29 x 24 x 9 in Electrical Required Requirement asarana a Aga a dde cir 110V or 220V Single Phase 60 Hz gib dai adie 110V Full Load Current Hang 11A at 110V 5 5A at 220V MINIMUM Circuit SIZE EE 15A Winter ON OFF Push Button Switch w Padlock AN BEE 10 ft Cord Gagean 16 AWG PB Yes included Pl g TYPE E ERR NEMA 5 15 Recommended Plug Type arana NEMA 6 15 for

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