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Grizzly G0514X Cordless Saw User Manual

1. 2 4 Locking Disconnect Control Panel Switch Magnetic Switch Assembly Viewed from Behind As Recommended Contactor SDE MA 09 Foot Brake e Switch 2 READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 ON PAGE 68 PARTS SECTION 9 G0514X Main 691 cAL9I b ZALOL L CAL9L 73 9 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X Main Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION 1 5501 SET SCREW 6 1 10 2 3 4 5 7 8 10 11 P0513011 POINTER 11 1 P0640X221 TENSION SCALE LABEL 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 33 34 35 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 74 SCREW 6 1 25 REF 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 78 79 8
2. 5 Sa ev Op VA LL MELLE EE 2 7 emm 1 85 9 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X2B Main Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION SET SCREW 6 1 10 FLANGE SCREW 5 8 X 10 BUSHING LIFTING EYE BOLT M10 1 5 MACHINE BODY BUSHING FLAT WASHER 6MM HEX NUT 6 1 TENSION POINTER STEP SCREW M4 7 X 5 P0513X003 P0513004 P0514X2005 P0513X007 OI CO N N 0 70 701701701 701 01701701 01 01701701 01 701 01 01 01 01 01701 701 0 0 70 70 70170170 5 7 7 7 5 70 v o o o do dl u eos 20 0 olzliolio 992 Z sx gt 55 0 0 0 103 0 9 e q 5 9 ES 2 6 7 o 5 olo o me 9 oj ao ol l9 x zlololoizioie o lt e 5 2 lt 2 9 6 2 53 N o NO 21 412 20 lt 210 N 0 9 cO 2 ROLL PIN 5 X 35 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT HINGE UPPER WHEEL SHAFT UPPER WHEEL ASSEMBLY BUSHING BALL BEARING 6204 2RS INT RETAINING RIN
3. C amp O D Shimming Upper Wheel C D 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Make sure the top wheel is adjusted parallel Not Parallel with the bottom wheel Not Coplanar 3 With a straightedge touching both points of Eum beer the wheel that does not need to be adjusted Wheel Out measure the distance away from the wheel that is out of adjustment see Figure 110 Gauge Only Gauge Contacts Contacts Bottom 4 Remove the blade from the saw then remove Wheels Unevenly Wheel the wheel that needs to be shimmed Solution 5 Determine how many shim washers you need Adjust to compensate for the distance measured in oe Wheel Step 3 and place them on the wheel shaft Hub 6 Replace the wheel the original washers the Figure 109 Coplanar diagram securing screw and the blade 7 Tighten the blade then check the wheels with the coplanarity gauge Wheel coplanarity changes as the blade is tightened so it is best to check the wheel alignment when the blade is tensioned as it would be for normal operations 8 When the wheels are coplanar place a mark on each wheel where you held the straight edge This assures repeated accuracy every time you adjust your wheels Note When wheels are properly coplanar the blade may not be centered on the crown of the wheel but it will be balanced 66 o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Figure 110 Determining distance
4. 1 E Resaw Fencoe 1 PE IOP os sss s 1 G Fence Assembly 1 Hardware and Tools not shown Qty Bandsaw Blade 6 TPI Hook 143 1 Eye Bolt M10 1 5 may be installed 1 Flat Washers 8mm Table Fence 5 Lock Washers 8mm Table 4 Hex Bolts M8 1 25 x 16 Table 4 Bolt M8 1 25 x 90 Pos Stop 1 e Hex Nuts M8 1 25 Pos Stop Fence 2 HEB DP P nama 1 Figure 11 Fence components Table nsert 1 Cap Screws M6 1 x 16 Fence 2 e Hex Bolts M6 1 x 20 Fence 2 e Fence Handle M8 1 25 x 22 Fence 1 Lock Washers 6mm Fence 2 Flat Washers 6mm Fence 2 e Rail Pad M6 x 18 Fence 1 e Hex Nut M6 1 Fence 1 e Lock Handle M8 1 25 x 44 Fence 1 e Moving Plate 1 e Hex Wrench 5mm 8mm 1 Ea e Open End Wrench 10 x 13mm 1 NOTICE 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
5. 39 Basic 20000115 39 Workpiece Inspection 40 Fool Bra6 uu 41 41 Guide 42 Fine Tune Tracking 43 Ki s s sss 43 CIOS SO lli uuu u 44 i 44 Cutting Curves 45 Stacked CUS EN 46 Blade Speed 46 Blade Information 47 Blade Changes 49 SECTION 5 ACCESSORIES 50 SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE 52 lt n oe nn eae 52 52 Unpainted Cast Ilron 52 scm 52 1 814 6 11 u uuu 52 SECTION 7 SERVICE 55 Troubleshooting 55 Checking V Belt 59 Tensioning V Belt 59 Replacing V Belt 60 Blade Lead 61 Adjusting Wheel Brush 62 Adjusting Tension Lever 62 Adjusting Guide Post Trave
6. 14 Worn wheel bearing 15 Wheel tires worn or incorrectly installed 16 Wheels out of balance 17 Motor bearings worn or damaged 1 Too much pressure when feeding workpiece Workpiece too moist or material not suitable for machine Workpiece is warped Fence incorrectly adjusted Belt s slipping Run capacitor at fault Motor connection wired incorrectly 8 Motor is wired out of phase G0514X3 9 Motor overheated 10 Contactor has poor contacts or is at fault 11 Centrifugal switch at fault 12 Motor at fault 1 Pointer or scale calibrated incorrectly 1 Tighten V belt See Page 59 2 Replace blade Page 49 3 Tighten or replace blade 4 Use file or stone to smooth and round the back of the blade 5 Tighten loose component 6 Level shim base tighten adjust mounting hardware or feet 7 Connect wild wire to the machine power supply terminal that is not part of the switch coil circuit G0514X3 8 Fix replace fan cover replace loose or damaged fan 9 Replace V belt Use link belts if possible See Page 60 10 Adjust wheels coplanar Page 65 11 Replace adjust the V belt Page 60 12 Adjust replace centrifugal switch 13 Replace worn pulley key and shaft and realign 14 Check replace wheel bearing 15 Replace or re install tires 16 Replace wheels 17 Replace motor bearings or replace motor 1 Reduce pressure when feeding workpiece 2 Only cut wood and en
7. tnau strial Inc MODEL G0514X G0514X2 G0514X2B G0514X3 EXTREME SERIES BANDSAW OWNER S MANUAL For models manufactured since 2 12 G0514X3 US 252923 COPYRIGHT JANUARY 2006 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL INC REVISED FEBRUARY 2012 TS WARNING NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL INC EWTR7787 PRINTED IN TAIWAN 4 amp 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 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other
8. 15 G0514X2 amp G0514X3 Inventory 16 G0514X2B 17 Hardware Recognition Chart 18 oean UD 19 Site Considerations 19 Moving amp Placing Base Unit 20 Mounting 21 rE 21 Blade Tracking 23 25 Dust Collection 26 10 12 11 0 FONC eet rr 26 G0514X X2 26 Installing Fence G0514X2B 28 Installing Foot Brake G0514X2 X3 28 G0514X X2 amp X2B Power Connection 29 G0514X3 Power Connection 29 Test Run 30 Tensioning Blade 31 Adjusting Support Bearings 32 Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings 33 Aligning Table 35 Aligning Fence 35 Fence Pointer Calibration 36 Miter Gauge 36 SECTION 4 OPERATIONS 37 Basic S 37 Operation Overview
9. Look at what the tension gauge reads and use that as a guide for tensioning that blade in the future Note A ways detension the blade after use to increase blade life and reduce strain on the bandsaw components Re adjust the blade tracking as instructed on Page 23 241 Adjusting Support Bearings The support bearings are positioned behind the blade for support during cutting operations Proper adjustment of the support bearings is an important part of making accurate cuts and also keeps the blade teeth from coming in contact with the guide bearings while cutting NOTICE Whenever changing a blade or adjusting tension and tracking the upper and lower blade support bearings and blade guide bearings must be properly adjusted before performing cutting operations Adjusting Upper Support Bearings 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Make sure the blade 15 tracking properly and that it is correctly tensioned 3 Familiarize yourself with the upper support bearing controls shown in Figure 50 E Support Bearing Adjustment Shaft E Cap Screw Guide Block Assembly Cap Screw Support Bearing Cap i Screw C x Figure 50 Upper support bearing controls 4 Loosen the guide block assembly cap screw and rotate the blade guide assembly side to side until the blade is perpendicular with the face of the support bearing as illustrated in Figure 51 32 ec Support Bea
10. 75mm i 3 18 WASHERS ARE MEASURED BY THE INSIDE DIAMETER G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Clean Up The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy oil to prevent corrosion during shipment Remove this protective coating with a solvent cleaner or degreaser For thorough cleaning some parts must be removed For optimum performance clean all moving parts or sliding contact sur faces Avoid chlorine based solvents such as acetone or brake parts cleaner that may damage painted surfaces Always follow the manufactur er s instructions when using any type of cleaning product AWARNING Gasoline and petroleum products have low flash points and can explode or cause fire if used to clean machinery DO NOT use these products to clean the machinery A CAUTION Many cleaning solvents are toxic if inhaled Minimize your risk by only using these products in a well ventilated area G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Site Considerations Floor Load Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight and footprint specifications of your machine Some residential floors may require additional reinforcement to support both the machine and operator Placement Location Consider existing and anticipated needs size of material to be processed through each machine and space for auxiliary stands work tables or other machinery when establishing a location for your new machine See Figure 18 for the mini
11. BRAKE SHOE CAP SCREW 6 1 12 LOCK WASHER 6MM KEY 5X5 X 25 CAP SCREW 5 8 16 HD SCR Mb 8 X 20 FRONT MOTOR BEARING REAR MOTOR BEARING P0513074 PBHS22M P0513078 PSS09M C1 gt gt lt 00 N A 2 gt UJ O C1 N UJ O NO N O gt lt N UJ O NO TU O C1 N UJ O N PCAP26M PLW03M PK23M PCAP24M PS06M U U U 0 1 U I U U olio 2 217 A gt lt gt gt lt gt lt gt lt gt lt gt lt gt lt gt gt lt gt lt N N N N N 09 J UJ co co 09 0 N N I NININ elc Lja O 2 HEX BOLT M10 1 5 X 25 PLWO6M LOCK WASHER 10MM P0513085 MOTOR MOUNT PLATE P0513087 PLATE P0513089 GUIDE KEY PK15M KEY 5 X 5 35 PB81M HEX BOLT M8 1 25 X 20 LH MOTOR PULLEY PVA42 V BELT A42 PCAP04M CAP SCREW 6 1 10 LOWER WHEEL COVER PFBO8M FLANGE BOLT 5 8 10 COVER 2 SCREW 6 1 20 2 IMAG SWITCH ASSEMBLY V2 05 11 1 SWITCH BACK COVER P0514X2B160V2 2 CONTACTOR SDE MA 18 220V O S gt lt N O O lt NO OL RELAY SDE RA 20 12 18A SWITCH FRONT COVE
12. Figure 32 5 Lower the table onto the positive stop bolt G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o Positioning Positive Stop 1 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER Adjust the blade tension until the mark on the blade tension scale is between 4 and 6 Loosen the hex nut that locks the positive stop bolt in place Raise the guide post and place a machinist s square on the table next to the side of the blade as illustrated in Figure 33 Adjust the table square with the blade then secure it with the table tilt lock lever see Figure 71 on Page 42 Figure 33 Squaring table to blade Adjust the positive stop bolt against the table and secure it by tightening the hex nut against the trunnion bracket Check the adjustment for accuracy once you have tightened the hex nut Loosen the screw on the pointer but do not remove it Align the tip of the pointer with the 0 mark on the table tilt scale Tighten the screw on the pointer so that the pointer is locked in place 25 Dust Collection CAUTION DO NOT operate this bandsaw without an adequate dust collection system This saw creates substantial amounts of wood dust while operating Failure to use a dust col lection 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
13. Location for placing shims 8 Tighten the four screws shown in Figure 104 then repeat Steps 4 5 If the measurements are equal go to Step 9 the measurements are not equal con tinue adding shims as needed until guide post rack to blade distance is the same at the top and bottom 9 Reinstall the guide post guard with the screws removed in Step 3 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Aligning Wheels Components and Hardware Needed Qty 60 Long 2X4 1 Tools Needed Hex Wrenches 4 amp 6 mm 1 Ea Wrench 13mm 1 Tape Measure 1 Coplanarity Gauge see Figure 107 1 172118 91 218 0 uu u uuu uuu Fine Ruler 1 Wheel alignment is one of the most critical factors for optimal performance from your bandsaw Heat vibration wandering blade wear tire wear and overall bandsaw wear are considerably decreased when the wheels are properly aligned or coplanar Coplanar wheels automatically track the blade by balancing it on the crown of the wheel This is known as coplanar tracking Checking Coplanarity 1 Make the Coplanarity Gauge shown in Figure 107 Note For best results straighten the 2x4 with a jointer before cutting 2 D
14. The blade is loose and slipping on wheels Blade tracking is incorrect The blade has missing or bent teeth The blade has a faulty weld Blade tension is incorrect Incorrect blade for application The feed is too heavy or blade speed is wrong Cutting corners too sharply Blade used when dull Blade tracking is wrong Blade guide adjustment at fault Inadequate blade support Blade weld at fault Wheel tires worn or incorrectly installed Fence or miter slot out of alignment with blade Blade contacting table insert he blade guides are worn or mis adjusted The blade has insufficient support Blade is installed backwards Blade spinning backwards due to out of phase wiring 3 phase only G0514X3 Too much side pressure when feeding workpiece The wheels are out of alignment Dull or incorrect blade Blade is bell mouthed Fence not parallel with blade pressure at blade backside Table top surface is not parallel or square to blade Clogged dust port Low CFM airflow from dust collection System 9 1 spo oc c ad Calibrate pointer scale at true 45 degrees Remove burrs Decrease the feed rate Use the correct blade for material and speed of cut Adjust bade tension as required Adjust the blade tracking back to normal Replace the blade Page 49 Replace the blade Page 49 Adjust blade tension Page 31
15. 5 125 8 125 9 125 10 125 11 125 12 125 13 125 14 125 15 125 16 125 17 125 18 125 19 125 20 125 21 125 22 125 23 125 24 125 25 76 125 26 PFB13M DESCRIPTION FLANGE BOLT M4 7 X 8 PART 125 27 125 28 125 29 125 30 126 127 128 129 130 131 133 134 135 136 138 139 140 141 142 145 146 148 149 150 151 152 152 1 152 2 152 3 152 4 152 5 152 6 152 7 152 8 152 9 TABLE 26 3 4 X 19 152 10 PCAP48M CAP SCREW 6 1 X 35 152 11 13 150 11 SPACING SLEEVE 153 153 5 153 6 153 7 153 8 153 9 153 10 513 151 10 HANDLE BUSHING 153 11 48 SCREW 6 1 35 154 173 174 175 176 177 178 179 180 181 9 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 REF 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 PART DESCRIPTION P0514X201 MODEL NUMBER LABEL REF 209 210 212 213 214 215 216 207 PART DESCRIPTION PLABEL 21 BS MOVING ADJUST LABEL AWARNING Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to prevent injury The owner of this machine MUST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine If any label is removed or becomes unreadable REPLACE that label before using the machine again Contact Grizzly at 800 523 4777 or www grizzly com to order new labels G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 9 ET 0 191 23 0 191 0514 2
16. Muncy PA 17756 Phone 570 546 9663 Fax 800 438 5901 E Mail techsupport Q grizzly com If you have any comments regarding this manual please write to us at the address below Grizzly Industrial Inc Technical Documentation Manager P O Box 2069 Bellingham WA 98227 2069 Email manuals grizzly com 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 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Identification G0514X G0514X Figure 1 Bandsaw front view Tension Indicator Window Key Switch Start and Stop Buttons Hesaw Fence Fence Locking Lever Dust Port 4 Miter Gauge Blade Tension Handwheel Ball Bearing Blade Guides Guide Post Cutting Height Scale Guide Post Handwheel Blade Tracking Window gt G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 lt Figure 2 Bandsaw rear view Motor Dust Port 4 Hinged Door Lifting Eye Bolt Quick Release Blade Tension Lever Blade Tracking Lock Lever Blade Tracking Knob Magnetic Switch Motor Dust Port 4 Guide Post Lock Knob Table Tilt Lock Handles G0514X2 Figure 3 Bandsaw front vi
17. Use correct blade for application Reduce feed rate or increase blade speed Page 39 Use a wider arc on outside cuts or use relief cuts to make tight inside cuts Replace the blade Page 49 Adjust the blade tracking back to normal Page 23 Adjust blade guide bearings for correct blade support Adjust upper blade guide so it is as close as possible to workpiece Replace with blade from different manufacturer Page 49 Replace or re install tires Align table miter slot and fence with blade Page 35 Adjust blade guide bearings to eliminate excess side pressure Adjust table for correct blade clearance and miter slot alignment Tighten the blade guide bracket Tighten the blade guide as close to the workpiece as possible Check blade rotation as described in Test Run and reverse blade if necessary Switch two of the current carrying wires at the terminal strip Feed workpiece straight into the blade Adjust the wheels so they are coplanar Page 65 Replace blade Page 49 Install new blade Adjust fence parallel with blade Page 35 Adjust shim table trunnion position until blade and table are parallel and square Clean out dust port Repair ducting for leaks or clogs move dust collector closer to machine install a stronger dust collector 57 Possible Cause Possible Solution Blade tracks incorrectly or comes off wheels The cut is crook
18. and chips build up on lubricated components which makes them hard to move Simply adding more grease to built up grime will not result in smooth moving parts Clean the components in this section with an oil grease solvent cleaner G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Blade Guide Rack and Pinion Multi purpose Tension Adjustment Assembly To lubricate the blade guide rack and pinion GL2 Grease 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Lower the blade guide until it reaches the table 3 Using a rag and mineral spirits wipe off any existing grease and sawdust buildup on the rack see Figure 91 rs Figure 91 Example of rack lubrication location 4 Apply a thin coat of multi purpose GL2 grease to the rack 5 Move the blade guide up and down several times and remove any excess grease to help prevent sawdust buildup G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Multi purpose As Needed GL2 Grease To lubricate the tension adjustment assem bly 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Open the top wheel cover and look through the top of the wheel 3 Using a rag and mineral spirits wipe off any existing grease and sawdust buildup on the blade tension adjustment assembly and ten sion lever cam 4 Apply a thin coat of multi purpose GL2 grease to the tension adjustment assembly and ten sion lever cam see Figure 92 Figure 92 Example of tension adjustment assembly locations top wheel removed
19. brake Rear Controls F Guide Post Handwheel and Lock Knob Moves blade guide support quickly to the desired height on the guide post locks set ting refer to Page 42 G Quick Release Blade Tension Lever Adjusts blade tension for quick blade chang es H Blade Tracking Knob and Lock Lever Moves and locks blade tracking l Table Tilt Lock Levers G0514X Locks or unlocks the table at the current angle Figure 65 Rear controls G0514X G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 K Table Tilt Lock Lever G0514X2 G0514X2B amp 0514 Locks or unlocks the table at the current angle L Table TiltHandwheel G0514X2 G0514X2B amp G0514X3 Tilts the table up to 5 to the left or 45 to the right refer to Page 42 i Figure 66 Table tilt controls G0514X2 G0514X2B and G0514X3 G0514X2B Motor Brake The Model G0514X2B has a motor brake that acti vates and quickly stops the blade when the OFF button is pressed Operation Overview This overview covers the basic process that hap pens during a bandsaw operation Familiarize yourself with this process to better understand the remaining parts of the Operation section 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 away from the blade the same width of the desired cut and then locks it in place 3 Adjusts the blade tilt if nec
20. construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products 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 INTRODUCTION 2 Manual Accuracy 2 Inhu 2 Identification G0514X 3 Identification G0514X2 G0514X2B G0514X02 4 Machine Data 5 SECTION 1 7 Safety Instructions for Machinery 7 Additional Safety for Bandsaws 9 SECTION 2 POWER SUPPLY 10 G0514X3 440V Conversion 13 SECTION 3 SETUP 14 Needed for Setup 14 EDDA NG E E 14 G0514X Inventory
21. fence then tighten the hex nut against the fence pivot block see Figure 41 Pivot Block Fence Handle 28 Figure 41 Fence handle components 5 Install the resaw fence lock handle with the washer and moving plate onto the fence then slide the resaw fence over the moving plate as shown in Figure 42 Note Leave the moving plate and lock han dle loose enough to slide on the fence Figure 42 Attaching resaw fence to standard fence 6 Tighten the resaw lock handle 7 Pull the fence handle up and place the fence assembly on the rail 8 Push the fence handle down to lock the fence assembly in place Installing Foot Brake G0514X2 X3 Secure the foot pedal to the brake lever using the cap screws and lock washers as shown in Figure 43 Figure 43 Foot brake installed G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X X2 amp X2B 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 G0514X3 Power Connection Before the machine can be connected to the power source an electr
22. for clarity 63 Table Tilt Rack and Pinion Assembly G0514X2 G0514X2B amp 0514 3 Multi purpose As Needed Thin Coat GL2 Grease To lubricate the table tilt rack and pinion assembly 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 With the table perpendicular to the blade and using a rag and mineral spirits wipe off all existing grease and sawdust buildup from the rack 3 Move the table up to its maximum 45 angle and wipe Figure 93 off all existing grease and sawdust buildup from the rack Figure 93 Example of lubricating table tilt rack and pinion assembly 4 Apply a thin coat of multipurpose grease to the rack 5 Move the table up and down several times to distribute the grease then wipe off any excess grease 54 Trunnion Multi purpose GL2 Grease To lubricate the trunnion do these steps 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Move the table up until it reaches its maxi mum 45 angle and using a rag and mineral spirits wipe off all excess grease and saw dust from the trunnion 3 Apply a thin coat of light all purpose grease to the outside surfaces of the trunnion Figure 94 amp 95 G0514X Figure 95 Trunnion lubrication location G0514X2 G0514X2B G0514X3 4 Move the table down and then back up to dis tribute the grease then wipe off any excess grease from the trunnion G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 SECTION 7 SERVICE Review the troublesho
23. heat 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 support guides G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 The most common causes of blade breakage are Faulty alignment and adjustment of the guides Forcing or twisting a wide blade around a curve of short radius Feeding the workpiece into the blade too fast Tooth dullness or absence of sufficient set Incorrect tension Top blade guide assembly set too high above the workpiece Using a blade with a lumpy or improperly fin ished braze or weld Continuously running the bandsaw when not in use Blade Changes A CAUTION All saw blades are danger ous and may cause per sonal injury To reduce the risk of being injured wear leather gloves when han dling saw blades Removing Blade 1 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER Release the blade tension by turning the blade tension quick release lever to the left Remove the table insert and the table pin Adjust the upper and lower guide bearings as far away as possible from the blade Open the upper and lower wheel covers and with gloved hand
24. lock knob 3 Remove the screws that secure the guide post guard and move it up and out of the way 4 Measure the distance A between the top front face of the guide post rack and the back of the blade see Figure 105 Right Side View gt 0 A 23 Distance Figure 105 Example of measuring distance between rack and blade at top of guide post 5 Measure the distance B between the bot tom front face of the guide post rack and the back of the blade see Figure 105 the measurements taken in Steps 4 5 are equal no adjustments need to be made Go to Step 9 the measurements taken in Steps 4 5 are not equal go to Step 6 64 6 Place the guide post guard on top of the guide post assembly so you can access the guide post bracket 7 Loosen the four screws shown in Figure 104 enough to fit metal shims between the frame and the guide post bracket see Figure 106 the guide post to blade distance is greater at the bottom than at the top place a shim between the bottom of the bracket and the frame Shim A This will tilt the bottom of the guide post toward the blade the guide post to blade distance is less at the bottom than at the top place a shim between the top of the bracket and the frame Shim B This will tilt the bottom of the guide post away from the blade Shim B Guide Bracket Left Side View Shim A Guide Post Figure 106
25. mum working clearances Figure 18 Minimum working clearances A CAUTION Children and visitors may be seriously injured if unsuper vised around this machine Lock entrances to the shop or disable start switch or power connection to prevent unsupervised use 19 Moving amp Placing To move and place the bandsaw using wood Base Unit Move the crate the prepared location then remove the crate from the shipping pallet AWAR N G 2 Unbolt the bandsaw from the pallet This bandsaw is heavy 3 Carefully place the forklift forks under the machine Serious personal head and install a 1x4 shim between the head injury may occur if safe and the left fork and a 2x4 shim between the moving methods are not head and right fork so the bandsaw is level used Get assistance and as shown in Figure 20 use power equipment to move the shipping crate and remove the machine from the crate Special care should be taken when moving this bandsaw Only use one of the following methods to lift or move this bandsaw To move and place the bandsaw using the eye bolt 1 Remove the crate from the shipping pallet then unbolt the bandsaw from the pallet Figure 20 Example of lifting bandsaw with forklift using wood shims 2 Install the eye bolt shown see Figure 19 make sure it is threaded all the way in then place the lifting hook through the eye bolt a
26. natural and man made wood products and laminate covered wood products This machine is NOT designed to cut metal glass stone tile etc 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 UPPER BLADE GUIDE SUPPORT To reduce the exposure of the operator to the blade and provide maximum support for the blade keep the upper blade support and guide bearings no more than 1 above the workpiece AWARNING Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this machine Accidents are fre quently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention Use this machine with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury If normal safety precautions are over looked or ignored serious personal injury may occur G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 9 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 electrocu tion fire or equipment damage installation work and electrical wiring must be done by a qualified electrician in accordance with all applicable codes and standards AWARNING Electrocution fire or equipment damage may occur if machine is corr
27. off of the wheel pulley and Replacing V Belt 8 Install the lower wheel back onto the bearing Tools Needed Qty shaft and replace tighten the wheel mount Hex Wrench 6mm 1 bolt Hex Wrench 8mm 1 9 Slip the new V belt onto the motor pulley To replace the V belt 10 Rotate the motor down to tension the V belt 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER then tighten the motor adjustment screw 2 Open both wheel covers and remove the 11 Check the V belt tension and adjust if neces blade sary as described in the Tensioning V Belt instructions on Page 59 3 Loosen the motor mount screws shown in Figure 97 12 When the V belt tension is correct tighten the motor hinge bolt and close the lower wheel 4 Rotate the motor up to loosen the V belt then cover tighten the motor adjustment screw 5 Pull the V belt off of the motor pulley 6 Unthread the wheel mount bolt shown in Figure 98 and slide the lower wheel off of the bearing shaft Figure 98 Example of wheel mount bolt 60 o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Blade Lead Bandsaw blades commonly wander off the cut line when sawing as shown in Figure 99 This is called blade lead Blade lead is commonly caused by too fast of a feed rate a dull or abused blade or improper tension If your blade is sharp undam aged and you still have blade lead perform the
28. sharp edges and the blade teeth may extend beyond the edge of the wheel creating a laceration hazard Be careful when turning the wheels Blade Centered on Peak of Crown Centered on Wheel CENTER TRACKING Figure 30 Center tracking profiles 24 o 5 Loosen the lock lever Figure 31 so that the blade tracking knob can rotate Blade Tracking Knob J x Figure 31 Blade tracking controls 6 Spin the upper wheel with one hand and rotate the tracking control knob with the other hand to make sure the blade rides in the center of the bandsaw wheel tire 7 Tighten the tracking control lock knob and close the upper wheel cover For the best performance from your saw regularly maintain proper tracking of the blade NOTICE Changes in the blade tension may change the blade tracking G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Positive Stop The positive stop allows the table to be quickly and accurately returned to the horizontal 0 posi tion after being adjusted to a different angle Installing Positive Stop 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Unlock the table tilt lock lever tilt the table to access the positive stop bolt installation loca tion then lock the lever 3 Thread the M8 1 25 hex nut halfway onto the 8 1 25 90 hex bolt this is the positive stop bolt 4 Thread the positive stop bolt into the thread ed hole on bandsaw body as shown in
29. the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to stop Loosen the table mounting bolts Shift the table to compensate for the blade lead then retighten the table bolts Repeat Steps 1 4 until the blade cuts straight 61 Adjusting Wheel Brush The lower wheel compartment contains two wheel brushes one of which is shown in Figure 100 These brushes are designed to sweep sawdust off the wheel tire as the bandsaw is operating In order to work properly each brush must make contact with the wheel Wheel Brush Figure 100 A wheel brush one of two shown Tools Needed Qty Wrench Socket 10mm 2 To adjust the brushes 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Open the lower wheel cover 3 Loosen the bolt nut that secures each brush in place 4 Adjust each brush so it makes good contact with the wheel or blade without bending the bristles 5 Tighten the bolt nuts to secure each brush in place 62 Adjusting Tension Lever The quick release tension lever is setup correctly for use with the preinstalled 143 blade However if you install a different length blade you will need to adjust the tension lever adjustment screw so the quick release tension lever works correctly Tools Needed Qty Hex Wrench 5 1 Wrench 10 1 To adjust the tension lever 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Open the wheel covers remove the bandsaw bla
30. to the support bearing loosen the guide block assembly cap screws and rotate the blade guide assembly side to side until the blade is perpendicular with the face of the support bearing then re tighten the cap screws Note The table must be re aligned with the blade after the lower guide block assembly is adjusted Refer to Page 35 Loosen the cap screw on the support bearing adjustment shaft Place a 0 016 feeler gauge between the support bearing and the blade and position the bearing 0 016 away from the back of the blade as illustrated in Figure 52 or use a dollar bill as shown in Figure 53 Tighten the cap screw to keep the support bearing locked in place Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings Shaft Cap The blade guides provide side to side support to help keep the blade straight while cutting The blade guides are designed to be adjusted in two ways forward backward and side to side ort To adjust the upper and lower blade guides Guide Block Cap Screw ba Pe Te TOEIC 1 Make sure the blade is tracking properly and that it is correctly tensioned Figure 54 Lower support bearing controls 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 33 3 Familiarize yourself with the blade guide con trols shown in Figure 55 Blade Guide Lateral Bearings Adjustment Rod Cap Er 4 geet d 1 4 IM
31. workpiece into the blade and continue with the cut until the blade is completely through the workpiece Figure 74 shows a typical rip ping operation Note f you are cutting nar row pieces use a push stick to protect your fingers Figure 73 Blade tracking window 3 Using the tracking controls Page 24 Figure 31 adjust the blade so it tracks on the center of the wheel 4 Tighten the tracking lock so the knob cannot move q 7 tick AWARNING NEVER place fingers or hands in the line of cut In the event that something unexpected happens your hands or fingers may be pulled into the blade ALWAYS use a push stick when ripping narrow pieces Failure to follow these warnings may result in serious personal injury G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 43 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 To make a 90 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 and make sure the miter gauge is set to 90 3 Move the fence out of the way Place the workpiece evenly against the miter gauge 4 Hold the workpiece against the miter gauge and line up the mark with the blade 5 After all safety precautions have been met turn the bandsaw ON Slowly feed th
32. 0 81 82 82 1 82 2 82 3 PART DESCRIPTION HEX NUT M8 1 25 HEX BOLT M8 1 25 X 90 KNOB SCREW M10 1 5 X 20 KNOB SCREW M10 1 5 X 55 THREADED HANDLE 10MM PB124M P0513066 P0513067 P0513068 P0513069 P0513070 P0513071 P0513072 PILLOW BLOCK HANDLE M10 1 5 LEVER ROD HEX NUT M12 1 75 SHAFT BUTTON HD CAP SCR 8 1 25 X 20 LOCK WASHER 8MM COVER SET SCREW 8 1 25 X 20 HEX NUT M8 1 25 LOWER WHEEL SHAFT P0514X082 MOTOR 3HP 220V 1PH 60HZ P0514X082 1 MOTOR FAN COVER P0514X082 2 MOTOR FAN P0514X082 3 CAPACITOR COVER P0513074 P0513078 u u U U 12100 00 2 2 SQ 2 eligo cO 2 lt 82 4V2 P0514X082 4V2 S CAPACITOR 300M 250V V2 05 11 82 5 P0514X082 3 CAPACITOR COVER 82 6V2 P0514X082 6V2 R CAPACITOR 60M 300V V2 02 11 82 7 82 9 82 10 82 11 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 97 137 161V2 161 2 1 161 2 2 161V2 3 161V2 4 163 165 166 168 169 172 182 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 0514 Fence Guides G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 75 R 6 51 52 53 54 77 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 120 121 122 123 124 125 125 1 125 2 125 3 125 4 125 5 125 6 125 7 m F G0514X Fence Guide Parts List PART DESCRIPTION PSS07M SET SCREW 5 8
33. 13 152 MITER GAUGE ASSEMBLY 154 1 0513 152 T SLOT BAR 154 2 P0513X2B152 2 GUIDE PIECE 154 3 154 4 154 5 154 6 154 7 154 8 154 9 154 10 154 11 154 12 154 13 154 14 154 15 161 164 171 171 1 171 2 171 3 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 9 REF 171 4 172 172 1 172 2 172 3 172 4 172 5 172 6 172 7 172 8 172 9 172 10 172 11 172 12 172 13 172 14 172 15 172 16 172 17 172 18 173 174 175 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 183 185 186 187 PART DESCRIPTION P0514X2B171 4 SCALE 89 G0514X2B Labels 201 215 G0514X2B 202 _ 2 217 203 206 207 208 E 210 213 211 212 214 REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 201 P0514X2B201 MODEL NUMBER LABEL 211 H7942 EXTREME SERIES NAMEPLATE 202 G8589 GRIZZLY NAMEPLATE LARGE 212 PPAINT 11 GRIZZLY PUTTY TOUCH UP PAINT 203 PLABEL 11 SAFETY GLASSES LABEL 213 PLABEL 18 DISCONNECT BANDSAW LABEL 204 PLABEL 20 OPEN DOOR HAZARD LABEL 214 PLABEL 20 OPEN DOOR HAZARD LABEL 205 P0513X204 GUARD ADJUSTMENT LABEL 215 0513 214 TENSION ADJUSTMENT LABEL 206 PLABEL 12 READ MANUAL LABEL 216 P0514X2B216 ID LABEL 207 PLABEL 14 ELECTRICITY LABEL 217 0513 205 SCALE DIRECTIONS LABEL 208 PLABEL 19 BLADE HAZARD LABEL 218 P0566301 TABLE LOCK LABEL 210 PPAINT 1 GRIZZLY GREEN TOUCH UP PAINT AWARNING Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to prevent injury The owner of this machine MUST maint
34. 28 125 29 125 30 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 143 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X2 amp G0514X3 Fence amp Guides Parts List PART DESCRIPTION PCAPO6M CAP SCREW 6 1 25 9 REF 144 152 152 1 152 2 152 3 152 4 152 5 152 6 152 7 152 8 152 9 PART DESCRIPTION 2 SCREW 6 1 20 152 10 48 SCREW 6 1 35 152 11 P0513X150 11 ADJUSTMENT ROD 153 153 5 153 6 153 7 153 8 153 9 153 10 P0513X151 10 BEARING BUSHING 153 11 48 CAP SCREW 6 1 X 35 154 176 177 178 179 180 181 83 REF 201 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 0514 2 amp 0514 3 Labels 201 202 216 G0514X2 203 206 207 211 210 PART DESCRIPTION P0514X2201 MODEL NUMBER LABEL G0514X2 REF 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 216 207 PART DESCRIPTION PLABEL 21 BLADE MOVING ADJUSTING LABEL PPAINT 1 GRIZZLY GREEN TOUCH UP PAINT AWARNING Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to prevent injury The owner of this machine MUST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine If any label is removed or becomes unreadable REPLACE that label before using the machine again Contact Grizzly at 800 523 4777 or www grizzly com to order new labels 84 9 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X2B 27 66
35. 3 Carbon Steel Replacement Blades MODEL WIDTH H4826 14 H4827 6HOOK 8 18 1 4 G1163 1HP Dust Collector Effective dust collection not only keeps your shop cleaner and more pleasant to work in it can also keep you healthier Our systems feature powerful motors and convenient collection bags so they re ideal for just about any sized woodworking opera tion Figure 84 G1163 1HP dust collector 50 G1094 Bandsaw Power Feeder with Fence Single Phase Ve E Figure 85 21094 Bandsaw Power Feeder G7315Z Super Heavy Duty SHOP FOX Mobile Base This patented super heavy duty mobile machine base is the strongest mobile base on the mar ket 18 24 minimum and adjusts to 28 33 maximum 1200 capacity This base is extremely stable with outrigger type supports and a four wheel system Weighs 38 105 Figure 86 G7315Z SHOP FOX Mobile Base G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 SHOP FOX Roller Stands G8984 Single Roller Stand Adjusts from 2628 to 45 G8985 5 Roller Stand Adjusts from 26 to 4455 These super heavy duty roller stands feature convenient hand knobs for fast height adjustment Invaluable for support work on machines of vari ous heights Figure 87 SHOP FOX 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 G
36. 3 Phase Power Supply Circuit 15 Amps Connection Type Locking Disconnect Switch G0514X3 Grounding Instructions In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock A permanently connected machine must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wir ing system or to a system having an equipment grounding conductor All grounds must be verified and rated for the electrical requirements of the machine Improper grounding can increase the risk of electric shock 12 permanently connected hardwired power sup ply is typically installed with wires running through mounted and secured conduit A disconnecting means such as a locking switch see following Figure must be provided to allow the machine to be disconnected isolated from the power supply when required This installation must be performed by an electrician in accordance with all applicable electrical codes and ordinances Locking Disconnect Switch Machine Ground Figure 8 Typical setup of a permanently connected machine G0514X3 Extension Cords Since this machine must be permanently con nected to the power supply an extension cord cannot be used G0514X3 Phase Converter Caution The power from the manufactured leg may dam age electrical components if connected to the wrong incoming power terminal on your machine Only c
37. 56 P0514X156 TERMINAL BOX 170 PTLWO2M EXT TOOTH WASHER 5MM 162 PS38M PHLP HD SCR M4 7 X 10 171 1 0514 171 WIRE NUT P3 G0514X2 220V Motor REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 82 P0514X2082 MOTOR 3HP 220V 1PH 60HZ 82 6V2 P0514X2082 6V2 R CAPACITOR 60M 300V V2 05 11 23 827 822 825 82 3 8210 82 4 2 P0514X2082 4V2 S CAPACITOR 300M 250V V2 05 11 82 11 0514 2082 11 REAR MOTOR BEARING 82 5 P0514X2082 5 R CAPACITOR COVER G0514X3 220V Motor REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 82V2 P0514X3082 MOTOR 220 440V 60HZ 82V2 7 P0514X3082V2 7 MOTOR JUNCTION BOX 82 2 1 82 2 10 82V2 2 82V2 11 0514 2 220V Magnetic Switch REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 161 P0514X161 MAG SWITCH ASSY 1PH 220V 161 3 P0514X2161 3 OL RELAY SDE RA 20 12 18A 161 1 P0514X2161 1 MAG SWITCH BACK COVER 161 4 P0514X2161 4 MAG SWITCH FRONT COVER 161 2 P0514X2161 2 CONTACTOR SDE MA 18 50514 3 220V Magnetic Switch REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 161 P0514X3161 MAG SWITCH ASSY 220V 161 3 P0514X3161 3 OL RELAY SDE RA 20 8 12A 161 1 P0514X3161 1 SWITCH BACK COVER 220V 161 4 P0514X3161 4 SWITCH FRONT COVER 220V 161 2 P0514X3161 2 CONTACTOR SDE MA 09 220V G0514X3 440V Magnetic Switch REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 161AV2 0514 3161 2 MAG SWITCH ASSY 440V V2 05 11 161AV2 3 P0514X3161AV2 3 OL RELAY SDE RA 20 5 8A 161AV2 1 P0514X3161AV2 1 MAG SWITCH
38. 6 1 x 12 Sliding Plate 2 Bolt M8 1 25 x 90 Pos Stop 1 Hex Nuts M8 1 25 Pos Stop Fence 2 JEMEN j Aat 1 able nsert 1 Cap Screws M6 1 x 16 Fence 2 Bolts M6 1 x 20 Fence 2 Fence Handle M8 1 25 x 22 Fence 1 Rail Pad M6 x 18 1 e Hex Nut M6 1 Fence 1 Lock Handle M8 1 25 x 44 Fence 1 e Moving Plate 1 e Lock Washers 6mm Fence Sliding Plate 4 e Flat Washers 6mm Fence Sliding Plate 4 Hex Wrench 5mm 8mm 1 Ea e Open End Wrench 10 x 13mm 1 16 Figure 12 Bandsaw components Figure 14 Table tilt components NOTICE 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 o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X2B 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 proprietary parts are missing e g a nut or a washer we will gladly replace them or for the sake of expediency replacements can be obtained at your local har
39. 8 G0514X3 Main xog 1 809 hd CXV 15006 28 5 1509 2 1500 4 9 OlL cAc8 L L ZAZS 1 0 28 01 28 6 28 lt 1 g 29 28 6 08 2 NS 6 08 6 08 zg 4 HdE EXVLSOD 1010 IN cXvIS09 gt d G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 9 78 0514 2 amp G0514X3 Main Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION 1 5501 SET SCREW 6 1 X 10 2 3 4 5 7 8 10 n 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 T23072 URETHANE PAIR 27 28 25 30 32 33 34 35 37 38 39 40 42 43 44 45 46 a7 48 49 50 55 56 57 58 59 60 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 REF cO cO cO O O 9 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 O PART DESCRIPTION PLNOSM LOCK NUT M6 1 PN03M HEX NUT M4 7 110V2 P0514X2110V2 BRAKE SWITCH CORD V2 05 11 112 113 114 115 9 79 G0514X2 amp G0514X3 Main Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 119 PLWOAM LOCK WASHER 8MM 168 514 168 CORD CLAMP 137 169 163 173 165 174 166 175 166 182 0514 3 Power Connection Junction Box REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION 155 509 FLANGE SCREW 5 8 X 50 167V2 P0514X167V2 GROUNDING WIRE 90MM V2 05 11 1
40. 96 Gun Treatment 12 oz Spray H3789 G96 Gun Treatment 4 5 oz Spray Figure 88 Recommended products for protect ing unpainted cast iron steel on machinery G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 T20388 Success with Bandsaws Explore the many creative possibilities of floor standing and portable bench top bandsaws With these practical instructions and color photographs woodworkers can quickly master basic skills and then practice advanced procedures like making dovetail mortise and tenon joints cutting vari able curve edges and money saving jigs and templates Figure 89 Success with Bandsaws book T10117 Big Mouth Dust Hood with Stand Capture dust from any machine operation with this Big Mouth Dust Hood Simply attach a 4 dust collection hose and adjust the hood right where you need it The free standing base eliminates complicated machine set ups and the tilting 163 8 1278 hood adjusts from 23 to 43 high Every shop needs one of these 5 Figure 90 110117 Big Mouth Dust Hood 51 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 follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any specific instructions given in this section Daily Check e Loose mounting bolts e Damaged saw blade e Worn or damaged wi
41. BACK COVER 161AV2 4 P0514X3161AV2 4 MAG SWITCH FRONT COVER 161AV2 2 14 3161 2 2 CONTACTOR SDE MA 09 440V 80 o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X2 G0514X3 Fence amp Guides 22 132 134 133 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 81 REF 6 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 5 6 6 6 7 6 8 6 9 6 10 6 11 6 12 6 13 6 14 6 15 6 16 6 17 6 18 6 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 29 9 9 1 9 2 9 3 9 4 9 5 9 6 9 7 9 8 9 9 9 10 9 11 9 12 9 13 9 14 9 15 9 16 9 17 82 0514 2 G0514X3 Fence amp Guides Parts List PART DESCRIPTION P0514X2006 TRUNNION ASSEMBLY P0513X2165 20514 20095 50613196 20514 2009 4 REF 9 18 9 19 51 1 51 2 51 3 51 4 51 5 51 6 51 7 51 8 51 9 51 10 51 11 51 12 51 13 51 14 51 15 51 16 51 17 51 18 51 19 51 20 103 116 117 118 120 121 122 125 125 1 125 2 125 3 125 4 125 5 125 6 125 7 125 8 125 9 PART DESCRIPTION 5 HEX NUT M16 1 5 PCAP26M Pnom 58 00 P0566192 BRACKET COVER P0566239 PINION GEAR STEP BOLT PBOOW PH7587004 PFH31M FLAT HD SCR M4 7 X 8 125 10 PH7587010 REAR FENCE STANDOFF 125 11 7587011 SCALE WINDOW G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 REF 125 12 125 13 125 14 125 15 125 16 125 17 125 18 125 19 125 20 125 21 125 22 125 23 125 24 125 25 125 26 125 27 125
42. Bearing Rotation Knurled Adjustment Cap Knob Screw Figure 55 Blade guide controls 4 Loosen the cap screw on the lateral adjust ment rod and adjust the blade guides until the edges of the bearings e behind the blade gullets as illustrated in Figure 56 Note The spacing is ideal although with larger blades it may not be possible In such cases adjust the guide bearings as far for ward as possible to the blade gullets and still maintain the proper support bearing spacing adjustment Blade Gullet Figure 56 Lateral adjustment of blade guides 34 NOTICE Make sure that the blade teeth will not con tact the guide bearings when the blade is against the rear support bearing during the cut or the blade teeth will be damaged Tighten the cap screw on the lateral adjust ment rod Loosen the bearing rotation adjustment cap screws Rotate the knurled knob to position the bearings 0 004 away from the blade Note 0 004 is approximately the thickness of a dollar bill Tighten the cap screw to lock the blade guide bearings in position Repeat this procedure for the lower guides NOTICE Whenever changing a blade or adjusting tension and tracking the upper and lower blade support bearings and guide bearings must be properly adjusted before cutting operations G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Aligning Table To ensure cutting accuracy when the table is first insta
43. G 47MM UPPER WHEEL 19 URETHANE TIRE PAIR LOWER WHEEL ASSEMBLY BUSHING BALL BEARING 6204 2RS INT RETAINING RING 47MM WHEEL LOWER 19 URETHANE TIRE PAIR FLAT WASHER 8MM CAP SCREW 8 1 25 X 16 BLADE 6TPI HOOK 143 LOCK WASHER 8MM CAP SCREW 8 1 25 X 20 IDLER PULLEY HEX NUT 1 14 LOCK WASHER 1 COMPRESSION SPRING 7 X 8 X 90 ROLL PIN 3 X 16 SPRING BASE PLATE THRUST BEARING 51201 TENSION HANDWHEEL ADJUSTING SHAFT CONTROL PANEL TAP SCREW M4 X 10 KEYED POWER SWITCH ON BUTTON OFF BUTTON FENDER WASHER 8MM UPPER WHEEL SLIDING BRACKET CAP SCREW 6 1 90 STEEL BLIND RIVET 3 X 10MM CLEAR WINDOW UPPER WHEEL COVER CAP SCREW 6 1 25 WHEEL BRUSH STAR HANDLE LOCK NUT 6 1 STRAIN RELIEF 16MM HEIGHT POINTER 17 P0514X2B017 T23072 2 T T lt m T23072 28 P0514X2028 29 PN32 T 99 137 160V2 160V2 1 160V2 2 160V2 3 160V2 4 160 8 160V2 9 165 166 168 169 188 9 PART 124 P0513066 P0513067 P0513068 P0513069 P0513070 P0513071 P0513072 DESCRIPTION HEX NUT M8 1 25 HEX BOLT M8 1 25 X 90 KNOB BOLT M10 1 5 X 20 KNOB BOLT M10 1 5 X 53 THREADED HANDLE 10MM HUB BRACKET LEVER HEX NUT M12 1 75 LEVER HUB BUTTON HD CAP SCR 8 1 25 X 20 SHAFT END CAP SET SCREW 8 1 25 20 LOWER WHEEL SHAFT MOTOR SHP 220V 1PH W BRAKE MOTOR FAN COVER MOTOR FAN R CAPACITOR COVER R CAPACITOR 50M 400V RUI JUN MOTOR JUNCTION BOX MOTOR MAGNETIC BRAKE
44. ISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 3 Remove the fence and open both wheel cov ers 4 Adjust the blade guides away from the blade loosen blade tension remove the table insert and pin then remove the blade 5 Remove the table 6 Reinstall the blade Page 49 making sure the guide bearings and support bearings are away from the blade then tighten your blade to the tension that it will be used during operation 7 Place your coplanarity gauge up against both wheels in the positions shown in Figure 108 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Side View Figure 107 Dimensions of coplanarity gauge Coplanarit A Gauge Positions Tracking Knob Wheels Adjustment Hub 65 1 the wheels are coplanar Figure 109 the straightedge will evenly touch the top and bottom of both wheels Not Coplanar the wheels not coplanar Figure 109 Coplanar B place the straightedge on the lower wheel first ensuring that it touches both Solution the top and bottom rim then adjust the Adjust Tracking upper wheel tracking knob to make the Knob upper wheel coplanar and parallel with the lower wheel Gauge Gauge Only Contacts Top Contacts Bottom And Bottom of Wheel Top Wheel the straightedge does not touch both Both Wheels Needs to Be Tilted wheels evenly the lower wheel needs to be adjusted Figure 109 C or the upper wheel needs to be shimmed Figure 109 gt
45. Pull the fence handle up and place the fence assembly on the fixed rail as shown in Figure 39 Figure 37 Installed rail pad Figure 39 Correctly installed fence 5 Place the 8mm flat washer on the lock han dle slide it through the hole in the fence then thread the moving plate onto the end of the lock handle threads 9 Push the fence handle down to lock the fence assembly in place 10 Adjust the rail pad until there is an even gap between the bottom of the fence and the table then tighten the hex nut against the fence 6 Slide the resaw fence over the moving plate as shown in Figure 38 so the moving plate fits inside the channel of the resaw fence Figure 38 Attaching resaw fence to standard fence G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 27 Installing Fence G0514X2B To install the fence 1 Attach the rail plates to the front square rail with the three M6 1 x 20 cap screws 6mm lock washers and 6mm flat washers see Figure 40 Lock Washer 6mm Cap Screw 7 6 1 20 Cap Screw Lock Washer Figure 40 Installing front rail onto table Attach the outer two rail plates with the round and elongated mounting holes on the outer part of the table bottom with two M8 1 25 x 20 knobs and 8mm flat washers Attach the remaining rail plate with the round mounting holes using an M8 1 25 x 20 cap screw 8mm lock washer and 8mm flat wash er Figure 40 Thread the fence handle into the
46. R FLANGE SCREW 5 8 10 9 RECTIFIER PU 23 2 CONTROL CORD 16G 4W MOTOR CORD 14G 5W CORD CLAMP FLANGE SCREW 5 8 X 12 POWER CORD 14G 3W 6 15 TU O a gt lt N O lt N PFS07M O al gt lt N O O lt NO PFS12M P0514X182 U U U ojojo 1 1 AAI gt lt gt lt X lt L gt 0 1 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X2B Fence amp Guides 452 6 152 4 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 87 R m F 6 1 6 2 6 3 oo O1 9 7 9 10 9 11 9 12 9 13 9 14 9 15 9 16 9 17 9 18 9 19 24 25 31 88 G0514X2B Fence amp Guides Parts List PART DESCRIPTION P0514X2006 TRUNNION ASSEMBLY 9 PART DESCRIPTION 36 PCAPO6M CAP SCREW 6 1 25 45 49 51 51 51 2 51 3 51 4 51 5 51 6 51 7 51 8 51 9 51 10 51 11 PFS07M FLANGE SCREW 5 8 0 51 12 51 13 51 14 51 15 51 16 51 17 51 18 51 19 51 20 52 53 54 77 103 116 117 118 119 120 121 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 143 144 152 152 1 152 2 152 3 152 4 152 5 152 6 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X2B Fence amp Guides Parts List REF PART DESCRIPTION 152 7 0513 150 11 ADJUSTMENT SHAFT 152 8 152 9 152 10 152 11 153 153 4 153 5 153 6 153 7 153 8 153 9 153 10 154 5
47. 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 Industrial Inc GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL INC P O BOX 2069 BELLINGHAM WA 98227 2069 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE Send a Grizzly Catalog to a friend 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 merchandise 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 Washin
48. agram on Page 72 Remove the motor junction box cover rewire the motor as shown on the diagram located Inside the junction box then re install the Cover Note The reference motor wiring diagram on Page 72 was current at the time of printing but always use the wiring diagram provided inside the motor junction box as it will reflect any changes to the motor shipped with your machine 143 SECTION 3 SETUP 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 setup pro cess AWARNING This 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 Safety Glasses 1 Cleaner Degreaser As Needed e Disposable Shop Rags As Needed Forklift Strap or Chain w Lifting Hook Each component rated for at least 1000 Ibs HUH 1 Each 1 4 amp 2x4 Shims Optional 1 Each e Additional People 1 e Straightedge 1 e Dus
49. ain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine If any label is removed or becomes unreadable REPLACE that label before using the machine again Contact Grizzly at 800 523 4777 or www grizzly com to order new labels 90 o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE WARRANTY CARD Industrial Inc o Street City State Zip Phone Email Invoice 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 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
50. anism on the switch works correctly and 3 the stop button safety feature works correctly If during the test run you cannot easily locate the source of an unusual noise or vibration stop using the machine immediately then review Troubleshooting on Page 55 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 Turn the machine ON to verify that it is oper ating correctly by turning the switch disabling key Figure 48 to 1 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 30 Figure 48 Switch disabling key and ON OFF Disabling Key switch Press the OFF button to stop the machine WITHOUT resetting the OFF button press the ON button The machine should not start If the machine does not start the OFF but ton safety feature is working correctly the machine does start with the stop button pushed in immediately disconnect power to the machine The OFF but
51. ce damaged or mis adjust ed 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 are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation stop using the machine Contact our Technical Support Department at 570 546 9663 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 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 and increase the risk of kickback Inspect blades for cracks and missing teeth before each use BLADE REPLACEMENT To avoid mishaps that could result in operator injury make sure the blade teeth face down toward the table and the blade is properly tensioned and tracked before operating SMALL WORKPIECE HANDLING If your hands slip while holding small workpieces with your fin gers during a cut serious personal injury could occur Always support feed the workpiece with push sticks jig vise some type of clamping fixture BLADE SPEED Moving the workpiece against a blade that is not at full soeed could cause the blade to grab the workpiece and draw the o
52. d understand this owners manual BEFORE using machine Untrained users can be seriously hurt 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 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 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 9 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 a loss of work piece control 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 MENTAL ALERTNESS Be menially alert when running machinery Never operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol when tired or when distracted 8 AWARNING DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY Always dis connect machine from power supply before ser vicing adjusting or changing cutting tools bits blades cutters etc Make sure switch is in OFF position before reconnecting to avoid an un
53. de then install the new one refer to Blade Changes on Page 49 3 Loosen the jam nut on the tension adjustment screw 7 10 turns 4 Put the quick release tension lever in the down engaged position then turn the blade tension handwheel until the blade tension matches the mark on the blade tension scale for the appropriate blade thickness 5 Thread the tension adjustment screw Figure 101 down until it contacts the wheel block plate then back it off 1 2 turns Tension Adjustment Screw 1 3 Figure 101 Example of quick release tension lever adjustment screw 6 Tighten the jam nut G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Adjusting Guide Post Travel The guide post assembly should remain paral lel with the blade front to back and side to side along its length of travel If it does not follow these instructions to correctly adjust the guide post Tools Needed Machinist s Square 1 Small 1 Hex Wrench 4mm 1 Hex Wrench 5mm 1 Metal Shims As Needed Checking Adjusting Guide Post Parallel with Blade Side to Side 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Tighten the blade to the tension that will be used during operation 3 Loosen the guide post lock knob raise the guide post and lock it in plac
54. dware store Crate Contents Figure 15 17 Qty A Bandsaw not shown 1 Figure 15 Bandsaw components B 1 Miter Gauge 1 D Standard Fence Assembly 1 E Resaw Fence 1 F Resaw Fence Lock Lever M8 1 25 x 45 1 Resaw Fence 1 H Front Square Rail 1 L onem EE 1 J Table Tilt Handwheel 1 K Guide Post Handwheel 1 Hardware and Tools not shown Qty Bandsaw Blade 6 TPI Hook 143 1 Eye Bolt M10 1 5 may be installed 1 e Flat Washers 8mm Table Sliding Plate Fence 8 Lock Washers 8mm Table 4 e Hex Bolts M8 1 25 x 25 Table 4 e Hex Bolt M8 1 25 x 55 Sliding Plate 1 e Lock Nut M8 1 25 Sliding Plate 1 e Cap Screws M6 1 x 12 Sliding Plate 2 Bolt M8 1 25 x 90 Pos Stop 1 Nuts M8 1 25 Pos Stop Fence 2 FADS TM mem 1 e Table lnsert 1 e Cap Screws M6 1 x 16 Fence 2 e Hex Bolts M6 1 x 20 Fence 2 e Fence Handle M8 1 25 x 22 Fe
55. e then place a machinist s square on the table next to the side of the blade as illustrated in Figure 102 Figure 102 Squaring table to blade 4 Adjust the table square with the blade using the table tilt knob then secure it with the table tilt lock lever G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Loosen the guide post lock knob lower the guide post to within 1 of the table top then tighten the knob Place a machinists square on the table next to the right hand side of the guide post as shown in Figure 103 Guide Post Figure 103 Example of checking guide post squareness f there is no gap between the square and the guide post along its full length no adjustments need to be made Proceed to To if the guide post is parallel with the blade front to back 1 there is gap between the square and the guide post the guide post is not parallel to the blade Go to Step 7 Loosen each of the four screws shown in Figure 104 turn Figure 104 Guide post adjustment screws 263 8 Gently tap the lower part of the guide post in the appropriate direction until there is no gap between the square and the guide post 9 Tighten the screws shown in Figure 104 Checking Adjusting Guide Post Parallel with Blade Front to Back 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Loosen the guide post lock knob lower the blade guide assembly to within 1 of the table top then tighten the
56. e workpiece into the blade and continue the cut until the blade is all the way through the workpiece Figure 75 shows a typical cross cutting operation Figure 75 Crosscutting with miter gauge 44 Resawing Resawing Figure 76 is the process of cutting a board into two or more thinner boards The maxi mum board width that can be resawn is limited by the maximum cutting height of the bandsaw One of the most important considerations when resawing is blade selection Generally the wider blade the better In most applications a hook or a skip tooth style will be desirable Choose blades with fewer teeth per inch from 3 to 6 because they offer larger gullet capacities for clearing saw dust reducing heat buildup and reducing strain on the motor Figure 76 Resawing lumber AWARNING When resawing thin pieces a wandering blade blade lead can tear through the sur face of the workpiece exposing your hands to the blade teeth Always use push blocks when resawing and keep your hands clear of the blade G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 To resaw a workpiece 1 Verify that the bandsaw is setup properly and that the table is perpendicular to the blade 2 Use the widest blade your bandsaw will accept Note blade must also be sharp and clean 3 Install the resaw fence and set it to the desired width of cut and lock it in place NOTICE The scale on the front rail will NOT be accu
57. ectly grounded and connected to the power supply Full 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 G0514X G0514X2 amp G0514X2B Full Load Current Rating at 220V 12 Amps G0514X3 Full Load Current Rating at 220V 10 Amps Full Load Current Rating at 440V 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 10 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 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 machi
58. ed or the blade wanders blade lead 58 Tracking is not adjusted properly Wheels are not coplanar Blade tension is too loose Blade guides need adjustment Feeding workpiece too fast Incorrect blade for bandsaw Blade is bell mouthed worn or dull Rubber tire on wheel is damaged or worn The feed pressure is too high or the blade speed is wrong The blade tension is low The blade is dull or damaged Inadequate blade support Incorrect blade for application The blade tracking is wrong Table is loose Fence or miter slot out of alignment with blade Blade guide alignment at fault 9 Adjust tracking Page 23 Adjust wheel coplanarity Page 65 Increase blade tension Page 31 Adjust blade guides Page 33 Feed workpiece slower Page 39 Install correct blade for machine Install new blade and de tension blade when not in use Replace rubber tires Adjust feed rate and cutting speed as required Increase the blade tension Page 31 Replace the blade Page 49 Adjust upper blade guide so it is as close as possible to workpiece Page 33 Use wider blade Adjust the blade tracking back to normal Tighten table trunnion mounting bolts or tilt lock lever Align table miter slot and fence with blade Adjust blade guide bearings for correct blade support G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Checking V Belt To ensure opt
59. essary to the cor rect angle of the desired cut 4 Adjusts the blade guide height to approxi mately 1 from the top of the workpiece G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 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 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 workpiece moves completely beyond the blade 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 Basic Cutting Tips Here are some basic tips to follow when oper ating the bandsaw e Keep the upper blade guide assembly adjust ed to within 1 of the workpiece e Replace sharpen and clean blades as nec essary Make adjustments periodically to keep the saw running in top condition e Use light and even pressure while cutting Light contact with the blade makes it easier to follow lines and prevents extra friction which reduces blade life e Avoid twisting the blade when cutting around tight corners Allow the blade to saw around the corners e Do not back the workpiece away from the blade while the saw is running 36 Workpiece Inspection Some wood workpieces are not safe to cut or may requ
60. ew Tension Indicator Window Key Switch Start and Stop Buttons Rip Fence Fence Locking Lever Foot Brake Dust Port 4 Miter Gauge Blade Tension Handwheel Ball Bearing Blade Guides Guide Post Cutting Height Scale 9 lt KMSSCHMDOVOASET Identification G0514X2 G0514X2B G0514X3 Figure 5 Table tilt controls Guide Post Handwheel Blade Tracking Window Hinged Wheel Cover Eye Bolt Quick Release Blade Tension Lever Blade Tracking Knob Blade Tracking Lock Lever Guide Post Lock Knob Table Tilt Scale Table Tilt Lock Lever Table Tilt Handwheel Magnetic Switch Motor Dust Port 4 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 MACHINE DATA Grizzly INE Industrial Mic Grizzly Industrial Inc e Customer Service 800 523 4777 Tech Support 570 546 9663 MODEL 0514 G0514X2 G0514X2B G0514X3 19 3 HP EXTREME SERIES BANDSAW Model Number G0514X G0514X2 G0514X2B G0514X3 Product Dimensions 383 Ibs 427 Ibs 421 Ibs Width side to side x Depth front to back x Height Se SSE Footprint Length x Width 29 x 1734 Shipping Dimensions 21 x 33 x 85 Electrical 220 or 440V Power Requirement 220V Single Phase 60 Hz GOE 10A at 220V 15A at 220V Recommended Connection Locking Type Disconnect Switch Motor TEFC Induction G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 5 Operation Cutting Capacities Maximum Cutti
61. expect ed or unintentional start APPROVED OPERATION Untrained operators can be seriously hurt by machinery Only allow trained or properly supervised people to use 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 DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Do not use machinery in wet or rainy locations cluttered areas around flammables or in dark areas Keep work area clean dry and well lighted ONLY USE AS INTENDED Only use machine for its intended purpose Never modify machine for a purpose not intended by the manufacturer 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 CHILDREN amp BYSTANDERS Keep children and bystanders a safe distance away from work area Stop using machine if children or bystand ers become a distraction REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS Never leave adjustment tools chuck keys wrenches etc in or on machine especially near moving parts Verify removal before starting SECURING WORKPIECE When required use clamps or vises to secure workpiece A secured workpiece protects hands and frees both of them to operate the machine FEED DIRECTION Unless otherwise noted feed work against the rotation of blades or cutters Feeding in the same direction of r
62. f your bandsaw Power Switch Disables the ON and OFF button when the key is turned to the O position Enables ON and OFF button when key is turned to 1 Switch Disabling Key Disables the power switch and can be removed from the machine Locking the switch in this manner can prevent unauthor ized operation of the machine which is especially important if the machine is not stored inside an access restricted building IMPORTANT Locking the power switch with the key only restricts its function It is not a substitute for disconnecting power from the machine when adjusting or servicing ON Button Starts motor only if the OFF button is popped out and power switch key is turn to 1 position OFF Button Disables the ON button Enable the ON button by twisting the OFF button until it pops Out Power Switch On Button Off Button x Figure 62 Control panel features 287 Front Controls A Blade Tension Scale Allows for easy moni toring of blade tension B Blade Tension Handwheel Tensions blade in gradual increments C Blade Tracking Window Allows for easy monitoring of blade tracking refer to Page 23 D Fence and Miter Gauge Allows for con trolled straight or angle cutting Figure 63 Front controls G0514X E Foot Brake G0514X2 G0514X3 Cuts power to motor and allows bandsaw blade to be quickly brought to a stop 38 Figure 64 Foot
63. following instructions Tools Needed Qty Scrap Wood Cut to 3 4 x 3 x 17 1 Figure 99 Blade leading away from line of cut To correct blade lead 1 Useless pressure when feeding the workpiece through the cut 2 Check that the miter slot or fence is parallel to the blade line and correct if necessary 3 Check for proper blade tension If the blade tension is correct and it is not convenient to replace the blade compensate for lead by skewing the fence or adjusting the table To skew your fence 1 Cut a piece of scrap wood approximately 3 4 thick x 3 wide x 17 long On a wide face of the board draw a straight line parallel to the long edge G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o Cut halfway through the board on the line by pushing it into the blade Turn the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to stop Clamp the board to the bandsaw table with out moving it Now slide the fence over to the board so it barely touches one end of the board Loosen the four cap screws on top of the fence Skew the fence so it is parallel to the edge of the scrap piece You may need to re adjust the fence locking mechanisms to gain maxi mum adjustment While maintaining the skew tighten the cap screws To shift the table 1 On a scrap piece of wood mark a line that is perpendicular to the front edge Cut halfway through the board on the line by pushing it into the blade Turn
64. gton 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 OMA COM 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
65. he handwheel shaft flat with the included set screw see Figure 23 Guide Post Handwheel Figure 23 Guide post handwheel installed Table The table is heavy and requires two people to lift it onto the trunnions Remove the saw blade to make table installation easier To install the table 1 Loosen blade tension by rotating the quick release tension lever clockwise as shown in Figure 24 La um Figure 24 Quick release tension lever 21 Adjust the upper and lower blade guides away from the blade Refer to Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings on Page 33 for more details CAUTION All saw blades are danger ous and may cause per sonal injury To reduce the risk of being injured wear leather gloves when han dling saw blades With the help of another person lift the table onto the trunnions Model G0514X Secure the table to the trun nions as shown in Figure 25 with the 4 M8 1 25 x 16 hex bolts 8mm lock washers and 8mm flat washers Trunnions F 1 x Figure 25 Mounting the table Model G0514X2 G0514X2B G0514X3 Secure the table to the trunnions with the 4 8 1 25 x 25 hex bolts 8mm lock washers and 8mm flat washers With the blade teeth pointing downward and toward the front of the machine slide the blade through the table slot the table insert is preinstalled remove it before changing the blade 6 Slide the b
66. ical circuit and connec tion device must be prepared per the POWER SUPPLY section in this manual and all previous setup instructions in this manual must be com plete to ensure that the machine has been assem bled and installed properly The disconnect switch installed by the electrician as recommended is the primary means for disconnecting or connect ing the machine to the power source Connecting to Power Source Move the disconnect switch handle to the ON position as illustrated below The machine is now connected to the power source Figure 44 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 46 Connecting power to machine Disconnecting from Power Source Move the disconnect switch handle to the OFF position as illustrated below The machine is now disconnected from the power source Note Lock the switch in the OFF position to restrict others from starting the machine Figure 45 Disconnecting power G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Figure 47 Disconnecting power from machine 320 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 2 the safety disabling mech
67. imum power transmission from the motor to the blade the V belt must be in good condition and operate under proper tension The belt should be checked for cracks fraying and wear Belt tension should be checked at least every 3 months more often if the bandsaw is used daily To check the V belt 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Open the lower wheel cover 3 Note the condition of the V belt If the V belt is cracked frayed or glazed replace it 4 Push the center of the V belt Note the amount of deflection Figure 96 If deflection is more than re tension the V belt Bandsaw Wheel Deflection Figure 96 V belt deflection G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Tensioning V Belt Tools Needed Qty Hex Wrench 6mm 1 To tension the V belt 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Open the lower wheel cover 3 Loosen the motor mount screws shown in Figure 97 Adjustment Screw Figure 97 Motor mount screws 4 Rotate the motor down to tension the V belt then tighten the motor adjustment screw 5 Push the center of the V belt If deflection is approximately 9 with moderate pressure from your thumb or finger then the tension is correct If the deflection is more than 34 repeat Steps 3 amp 4 6 When the V belt tension is correct tighten the motor hinge screw and close the lower wheel cover 59 Slip the old V belt
68. ire modification before they are safe to Before cutting wood get in the habit of inspecting all workpieces for the following e Material Type This machine is intended for cutting natural and man made wood products and laminate covered wood products Cutting drywall or cementitious backer board creates extremely fine dust which may reduce the life of the bearings This machine is NOT designed to cut metal glass stone tile etc Figure 67 Choosing wood without foreign objects embedded e Foreign Objects Figure 67 Nails staples dirt rocks and other foreign objects are often embedded in wood While cutting these objects can become dislodged and hit the operator or break the blade which might Cut with then fly apart Always visually inspect your this side down 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 cause blade damage Choose workpieces that do not have large loose knots or plan ahead to avoid cutting Cut with through them this side down Wet or Green Stock Cutting wood with Figure 68 Cutting wood with minor warping a moisture content over 2096 causes unnec essary wear on the blade and yields poor results AWAR N N G Excessive Warping Workpieces with exces Because of its unpredictable nature use sive cupping bowing or twisting are danger ext
69. ker blades and therefore cut faster and generate more heat However these blades also leave a rougher cut than raker blades 48 e Hook The teeth on this style have a posi tive angle downward which makes them dig into the material and the gullets are usu ally rounded for easier waste removal These blades are excellent for the tough demands of resawing and ripping thick material Tooth Pitch Usually measured as TPI teeth per inch tooth pitch determines the size of the teeth More teeth per inch fine pitch will cut slower but smoother while fewer teeth per inch coarse pitch will cut rougher but faster a general 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 delicate piece of steel that is subjected to tremendous strain 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
70. l 63 Aligning Wheels 65 SECTION 8 WIRING 68 Wiring Safety Instructions 68 G0514X Wiring Diagram 69 G0514X2 Wiring Diagram 70 G0514X2B Wiring Diagram 71 G0514X3 Wiring Diagram 72 SECTION 9 PARTS 73 G0514X Main 73 G0514X Fence Guides 75 G0514X2 amp G0514X3 Main 78 G0514X2 G0514X3 Fence amp Guides 81 G0514X2 amp G0514X3 Labels 84 G0514X2B Maln 85 G0514X2B Fence amp Guides 87 G0514X2B Labels 90 WARRANTY AND RETURNS 93 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 writ ing this manual However sometimes errors do happen and we apologize for them 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
71. lade through the upper and lower blade guides and mount it over the upper and lower wheels 7 Tighten the quick release tension lever then install the table insert and table pin 8 Keep the upper and lower blade guides adjusted away from the blade until the blade tracking and tension have been adjusted Table Tilt Assembly G0514X2 G0514X2B amp G0514X3 Only 1 Tilt the table up and secure the table lock lever 2 Remove the hex bolt hex nut and flat wash ers installed on the geared table tilt tube see Figure 26 Table Tit Tube gt Figure 26 Table tilt assembly 3 Secure the sliding plate to the table tilt tube with the fasteners removed in Step 2 mak ing sure the hole closest to the edge of the plate is installed on the left side of the table facing the rear of the bandsaw 4 Lower the table onto the positive stop bolt o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 5 Secure the table tilt handwheel onto the flat part of the handwheel shaft with the included Blade Trac ng cap screw see Figure 27 AWARNING Serious personal injury can occur if the machine starts while your hand is touch ing the bandsaw wheel dur ing tracking adjustments Disconnect power from the bandsaw before perform ing blade tracking adjust ments 1 Figure 27 Table tilt handwheel installed 6 Raise the sliding plate up and secure it to the The blade tracking is primaril
72. le In order to cut accurately and safely the bottom of the blade guide assembly must be no more than 1 above the workpiece at all times this positioning provides the greatest blade support and minimizes the amount of mov ing blade exposed to the operator To adjust the blade guide assembly on the guide post 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Make sure that the blade tension blade tracking support bearings and blade guides are adjusted correctly 3 Loosen the guide post lock knob shown in Figure 72 Figure 72 Guide post controls 4 Turn the guide post handwheel to raise or lower the guide post until the upper blade guide assembly is within 1 from the top of the workpiece 5 Lock the guide post in place with the lock knob G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Fine Tune Tracking Ripping To fine tune the tracking Ripping is the process of cutting with the grain of the wood stock For plywood and other processed 1 Close the wheel covers and turn the bandsaw wood ripping simply means cutting down the ON length of the workpiece 2 Observe the blade tracking path through To make a rip cut the clear window on the right edge of the bandsaw as shown in Figure 73 1 Adjust the fence to match the width of the cut on your workpiece and lock the fence in place 2 Adjust the blade guide assembly to the cor rect height 3 After all safety precautions have been met turn the bandsaw ON Slowly feed the
73. le 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 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 vp YELLOW GREEN BLUE PURPLE 2 LIGHT BLUE G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X Wiring Diagram Gr Ground Hot 1919 Contactor SDE MA 18 4 T3 6 eee e m NA 220 G9 VAC Hot 56 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 A 220V 6 15 Plug As Recommended Control Panel Magnetic Switch Assembly Viewed from Behind Qu Start Capacitor 300MFD 250VAC Run Ca
74. lled the table should be aligned so that the miter slot is parallel to the bandsaw blade This procedure works best with a 3 4 blade installed To align the table so the miter slot is parallel to the bandsaw blade 1 Make sure that the blade is tracking properly and that it is correctly tensioned DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER Loosen the trunnion bolts that secure the trunnions to the table Place an accurate straightedge along the blade The straightedge should lightly touch both the front and back of the blade Note Make sure the straightedge does not go across a tooth Use a fine ruler to gauge the distance between the straightedge and the miter slot The distance you measure should be the same at both the front and the back of the table see Figure 57 Adjust the table as needed for proper align ment Tighten the trunnion bolts Figure 57 Measuring for miter slot to be parallel with blade G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Aligning Fence To ensure cutting accuracy when the fence is first installed the fence should be aligned with the miter slot To align the fence parallel with the miter slot 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 If the fence is mounted on the left hand side of the blade remove it and remount it next to the miter slot 3 Loosen the four cap screws located on the top face of the fence Figure 58 Figure 58 Four fence cap screws 4 Adjust the fence face para
75. llel with the edge of the miter slot 5 Tighten the four cap screws being careful not to move the fence NOTICE Adjusting the fence parallel to the miter slot does not guarantee straight cuts The miter slot may need to be adjusted parallel to the side of the blade Refer to the Aligning Table instructions on this page o 85 Fence Pointer Calibration Your new bandsaw is equipped with a fence mea surement system that includes a fence pointer which must be calibrated when the bandsaw is first set up To calibrate the pointer 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 fence is mounted on the right hand side of the blade remove it and re install it on the left hand side of the blade 3 Place the fence flush against the bandsaw blade Figure 59 Figure 59 Fence flush with blade 4 Loosen the pointer adjustment screw Figure 60 and set the pointer in line with on the measurement scale on the table A P Porter screw Figure 60 Calibrating fence pointer adjustment screw out of view 36 Miter Gauge The miter gauge needs to be calibrated to the blade when it is first mounted in the miter slot To calibrate the miter gauge 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Use a machinists square with one edge against the face of the miter gauge and the other against the blade face as shown in Figure 61 Figure 61 Squaring miter gauge to blade 3 Loosen the lock kn
76. 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 determine if the manual version you received matches the manufacture date of your machine MODEL Grizzly MACHINE NAME WARNING ing this machine a NN Manufacture Date o Specification s and respirator Specification sted setup and Specification of You Mach before starting Specification 4 Make sure the motor Tie and disconnect Weight power before adjustments maintenance or service gm DO NOT expose to rain or dampness DO NOT modify this machine in any way 5 6 7 DO NOT remove safety guards 8 9 1 Never leave machine running unattended DO NOT operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol 0 Maintain machine carefully to prevent accidents 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 of machine will be reflected in these documents as soon as they are complete Contact Info We stand behind our machines If you have any service questions parts requests or general ques tions about the machine please call or write us at the location listed below Grizzly Industrial Inc 1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
77. misplaced during unpacking G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 15 30514X2 8 50514 3 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 proprietary parts are missing e g nut or a washer we will gladly replace them or for the sake of expediency replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store Crate Contents Figure 12 14 Qty A Bandsaw not shown 1 1 C Miter Gauge 1 D Back Square 1 E Resaw Fence 1 F 1 Fence 1 H Sliding Plate 1 Table Tilt Handwheel 1 J Guide Post Handwheel 1 Hardware and Tools not shown Qty Bandsaw Blade 6 TPI Hook 1439 1 Eye Bolt M10 1 5 may be installed 1 Flat Washers 8mm Table Sliding Plate Fence 7 e Lock Washers 8mm Table 4 Bolts M8 1 25 x 25 Table 4 Hex Bolt M8 1 25 x 55 Sliding Plate 1 e Lock Nut M8 1 25 Sliding Plate 1 e Cap Screws M
78. 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 Fit the 4 dust hose over each dust port and secure them in place with a hose clamp see Figure 34 Tug the hoses to make sure they do not come off Note A tight fit is necessary for proper performance Figure 34 Dust hose attached to bottom dust port 26 9 Installing Fence G0514X X2 X3 To install the fence 1 Attach the back square tube to the table with the 2 M6 1 x 16 cap screws as shown in Figure 35 2 Attach the front rail with the 2 M6 1 x 20 hex bolts 6mm lock washers and 6mm flat wash ers as shown in Figure 35 Figure 35 Rail installation 3 Install M8 1 25 hex nut on the fence handle then thread the handle into the fence assembly as shown in Figure 36 Tighten the hex nut against the fence pivot block to secure the handle Figure 36 Handle installed on fence assembly G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 4 Thread the M6 1 hex nut onto the rail pad 7 Tighten the lock handle then thread the rail pad into the fence see Figure 37 8
79. nce 1 e Rail Pad M6 x 18 Fence 1 Hex Nut M6 1 1 Figure 17 Foot brake and table tilt components Lock Handle M8 1 25 x 44 1 Moving Plate 1 Lock Washers 6mm Fence Sliding Plate 4 e Flat Washers 6mm Fence Sliding Plate 4 Wrench 5mm 8mm 1 Ea Open End Wrench 10 x 13mm 1 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 17 Hardware Recognition Chart USE THIS CHART TO MATCH UP HARDWARE DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS O0 O OW Wrench hillips ad rew 2 Ow Oe Bs Y Cap Carriage Screw Bolt gt m 162 D E lt Nul NX 7 E External Internal O Retaining Retaining Ring Ring Lu lt b Lock Hex Flat Washer Washer Nut 4mm 6mm 10 6 15mm 7 946 C 20mm n lt 25mm 1 lt 30mm 1127 10mm mu 5 35mm lt 112 40 e s 45mm 2 194 12mm u 50mm e 2 55mm in 60mm x 65mm N 2 16mm 70mm lI
80. nd lift the bandsaw slowly with a forklift 4 Lift the bandsaw off of the pallet remove the pallet then slowly set the bandsaw into tion Note f you are concerned about your forklift forks hitting the tension handwheel remove the handwheel before positioning the forks then rein Stall it after placing Eye Bolt Figure 19 Lifting the bandsaw 3 Remove the pallet and slowly set the bandsaw into position 20 o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Mounting We recommend mounting your new machine to the floor Because floor materials may vary floor mounting hardware is not included You may also mount your machine to a mobile base that has wheel locking or wheel retracting capabilities that keeps the mobile base from rolling when not in use Bolting to Concrete Floors Lag shield anchors with lag bolts Figure 21 and anchor studs Figure 22 are two popular meth ods for anchoring an object to a concrete floor We suggest you research the many options and methods for mounting your machine and choose the best that fits your specific application Figure 22 Typical anchor stud Anchor studs are stronger and more per manent alternatives to lag shield anchors however they will stick out of the floor which may cause a tripping hazard if you decide to move your machine G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Assembly Guide Post Handwheel Secure the guide post handwheel onto t
81. ne 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 A CAUTION For your own safety and protection of property consult an electrician if you are unsure about wiring practices or electrical codes in your area Note The circuit requirements listed in this 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 machines will be running at the same time consult a qualified electrician to ensure that the circuit is properly sized for safe operation G0514X 0514 2 G0514X2B Circuit Requirements This machine is prewired to operate on a 220V power supply circuit that has a verified ground and meets the following requirements Nominal Voltage Range 220V 240V GIO 60 Hz Single Phase Circuit Size G0514X amp G0514X 15 Amps G0514X2B 20 Amps G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X 0514 2 G0514X2B Grounding Requirements This machine MUST be grounded In the event of certain malfunctions or breakdowns grounding i reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current For 220V operation This machine is equip
82. needed to shim upper wheel Adjusting Lower Wheel Only do this procedure if you cannot make the wheels coplanar with the tracking knob or by shimming the upper wheel Make sure the upper wheel is adjusted as close as possible to being coplanar with the lower wheel before beginning Do this procedure with the blade fully tensioned To adjust the lower wheel 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Loosen the jam nuts on the lower wheel adjustment hub see Figure 111 ix Adjustment D E Hb 2 Bottom Til Figure 111 Lower wheel adjustment control G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Loosen one tilt adjustment set screw then tighten the opposing set screw approximately an equal amount Check the wheels with the coplanarity gauge then adjust the lower wheel at the hub as needed until it is parallel and coplanar with the top wheel Tighten the jam nuts to lock the tilt adjust ment set screws in position 67 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
83. ng Height Maximum Capacity Left of 1814 Blade Blade Information Square Tubing 0 075 Wall Thickness Table Dimensions 26 x 19 x 172 Fence Information Construction Other Related Information FotBake No Yes j No Ys MotorBrake Yes N Other Specifications 6 o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 SECTION 1 SAFETY AWARNING 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 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 used to alert the user to useful information about proper operation of the machine AWARNING Safety Instructions for Machinery OWNER S MANUAL Read an
84. ob on the miter gauge and adjust it flush with the edge of the square 4 Tighten the lock knob and verify the setting Note Sometimes the tightening procedure can affect the adjustment 5 Loosen the screw that secures the angle pointer and adjust the pointer to the 0 mark on the scale 6 Retighten the screw that secures the angle pointer G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 SECTION 4 OPERATIONS AWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury when using this machine read and understand this entire manual before beginning any operations 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 AWARNING Loose hair clothing or jewelry could get caught in machinery and cause serious personal injury Keep these items away from moving parts at all times to reduce this risk NOTICE 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 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Basic Controls Refer to Figures 62 66 and the following descrip tions to become familiar with the basic controls and components o
85. onnect the manufactured leg to the L2 ter minal see Page 72 for identification G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X3 440V Conversion The Model G0514X3 can be converted for 440V operation This conversion job consists of discon necting the saw from the power source changing the connections on the magnetic switch and rewir ing the motor for 440V operation The Model G0514X3 440V Conversion Kit Part P0514X3161AV2 for this procedure can be pur chased by calling Grizzly Customer Service at 800 523 4777 All wiring changes must be performed by an elec trician or qualified service personnel before the bandsaw is connected to the power source If at any time during this procedure you need help Grizzly Tech Support at 570 546 9663 To rewire the Model G0514X3 for 440V opera tion 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Remove the magnetic switch cover then disconnect and remove the 220V magnetic switch Figure 9 EET 4 4 Y 4 be ree 1 m ra 824 NS T LN IN 1 427 TN 22203 ryz a 2 z adit ug gm 42 7 d 22 n 5 Figure 9 220V magnetic switch G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 3 9 Install the 440V magnetic switch and wire it according to the G0514X3 Wiring Di
86. otation may pull your hand into the cut FORCING MACHINERY Do not force machine It will do the job safer and better at the rate for which it was designed 9 GUARDS amp COVERS Guards and covers can protect you from accidental contact with moving parts or flying debris Make sure they are prop erly installed undamaged and working correctly before using machine NEVER STAND ON MACHINE Serious injury or accidental contact with cutting tool may occur if machine is tipped Machine may be damaged STABLE MACHINE Unexpected movement dur ing operations greatly increases risk of injury or loss of control Before starting verify machines are stable and mobile base if used is locked AWKWARD POSITIONS 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 UNATTENDED OPERATION Never leave machine running while unattended Turn machine OFF and ensure all moving parts completely stop before walking away MAINTAIN WITH CARE Follow all maintenance instructions and lubrication schedules to keep machine in good working condition An improperly maintained machine increases risk of injury CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Regularly inspect machine for damaged parts loose bolts mis adjusted or mis aligned parts binding or any other conditions that may affect safe operation Always repair or repla
87. oting 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 Machine does not Emergency stop button engaged at fault Rotate button to reset replace button start or a breaker Switch disabling key removed Reinstall switch disabling key trips Door safety switch disengaged at fault Close door or adjust replace switch Thermal overload relay in mag switch Allow relay motor to cool If necessary press reset tripped button inside switch Break or short in wiring or loose or Trace replace broken or corroded wires fix loose corroded connections connections Plug or receptacle is corroded or miswired 6 Correct the wiring Power supply switched off has incorrect Switch power supply on verify voltage voltage Motor connection wired incorrectly Wire motor correctly Refer to inside junction box cover or Page 69 G0514X Page 70 G0514X2 Page 71 G0514X2B or Page 72 G0514X3 Contactor has poor contacts or is at fault Test all legs for power test field coil and fix contacts or replace if at fault 10 Blown fuse tripped circuit breaker 10 Replace reset fuse or circuit breaker Repair possible short or circuit overload 11 Motor ON OFF switch at fault 11 Replace switch 12 Star
88. our application e Curve Cutting Use the chart in Figure 81 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 m D 9 m Cutting Radius Figure 81 Blade width radii 47 e Straight Cutting Use the largest width blade that you own Narrow blades can cut tight curves a small radius but are not very good at cutting straight lines because they naturally wander blade lead However larg er blades are much better at cutting straight lines but function poorly at cutting small curves because of their size Tooth Style When selecting blades another option to con sider is the shape gullet size teeth set and teeth angle otherwise known as Tooth Style Figure 82 shows the three main categories of tooth style Raker Skip Hook v Figure 82 Raker skip amp hook tooth styles e Raker This style is 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 scrap ing the material these characteristics result in very smooth cuts but do not cut fast and generate more heat while cutting e Skip This style is similar to a raker blade that is missing every other tooth Because of the design skip toothed blades have a much larger gullet than ra
89. pacitor 60MFD 300VAC READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY 69 ON PAGE 68 G0514X2 Wiring Diagram Ground lt 220V 6 15 Plug As Recommended Control Panel Magnetic Switch Assembly Viewed from Behind 5 6 1 eee rss Now Contactor SDE MA 18 1 eee TTA 1 2 3 4 5 6 Start Capacitor 300MFD 250VAC Run Capacitor 60MFD 300VAC 0 READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 68 Foot Brake Switch G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X2B Wiring Diagram Ground 1 7 1 A As Recommended Hot Control Panel Magnetic Switch Assembly Viewed from Behind Gr A eel Contactor SDE MA 18 I 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 Rectifier PU 23 2 OL Relay SDE RA 20 Magnetic Motor Brake Run Capacitor 50MFD 400VAC G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1 ON PAGE 68 G0514X3 Wiring Diagram Power Supply Junction Box
90. ped with a power cord that has an equipment ground ing wire and a grounding plug see following fig No adapter should be used with the ure The plug must only be inserted into a match required plug If the plug does not fit the ing receptacle outlet that is properly installed available receptacle or the machine must and grounded in accordance with all local codes be reconnected for use on a different type and ordinances of circuit the reconnection must be made by a qualified electrician and comply with all local codes and ordinances GROUNDED 6 15 RECEPTACLE Improper connection of the equipment grounding Current Carrying Prongs 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 Figure 6 Typical 6 15 plug and receptacle for sonnel if you do not understand these grounding 10514 and 0514 2 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 GROUNDED nect it from power and immediately replace it with 6 20 RECEPTACLE a new one Current Carrying Prongs G0514X 0514 2 G0514X2B Extension Cords We do not recommend using an e
91. pera tor s hands into the blade Always allow the blade to come to full speed before starting the cut WORKPIECE SUPPORT If the workpiece should unexpectedly twist during cutting it could kick back or draw the operator s hands into the blade Always keep the workpiece flat and firm against the table when cutting If necessary use a jig or other work holding device BLADE SUPPORT The blade tension and guide support bearings keep the blade straight when cutting Always keep the blade tension and guide thrust bearings properly adjusted and positioned to avoid the blade bending or breaking with the forces of the cutting operation CUTTING TECHNIQUES Plan your operation so the blade always cuts to the outside of the workpiece DO NOT back the workpiece away from the blade while the saw is running which could cause kickback and personal injuries If you need to back the workpiece out turn the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop DO NOT twist or put excessive stress on the blade that could damage it HAND PLACEMENT Never position fingers or hands in line with the blade If the workpiece or your hands slip serious personal injury could occur 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 cutting especially when sawing small curves WORKPIECE MATERIAL This machine is intended for cutting
92. rate when using the resaw fence 4 Support the ends of the board if necessary 5 Turn the bandsaw ON 6 Using push paddles and a push stick keep pressure against the fence and table and slowly feed the workpiece into the moving blade until the blade is completely through the workpiece see Figure 76 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Cutting Curves When cutting curves simultaneously feed and turn the stock carefully so that the blade follows the layout line without twisting If a curve is so abrupt that it is necessary to repeatedly back up and cut a new kerf use either a narrower blade or a blade with more TPI teeth per inch or make more relief cuts Always make short cuts first then proceed to the longer cuts Relief cuts will also reduce the chance that the blade will be pinched or twisted Relief cuts are cuts made through the waste portion of the workpiece and are stopped at the layout line you cut along the layout line waste wood is released from the workpiece alleviating any pressure on the back of the blade Relief cuts also make backing the workpiece out easier if needed NOTICE The list below displays blade widths and the corresponding minimum radii for those blade widths 45 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 Before mak ing stacked cuts ensure that both the
93. reme caution if cutting warped stock The ous to cut because they are unstable and can difference between acceptable and unac move unpredictably when being cut DO NOT ceptable warped stock varies from machine cut excessively warped wood to machine If you are in doubt square up the stock first or do not cut it e Minor Warping Workpieces with slight cup ping can be safely supported if the cupped side faces the table or fence as shown in Figure 68 On the contrary a workpiece sup ported on the bowed side will rock during a cut leading to loss of control 40 o G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Foot Brake The Models G0514X2 G0514X3 are equipped with a foot brake Figure 69 Use the brake to cut power to the motor and bring the blade to a halt Figure 69 Foot brake NOTICE The foot brake will not stop the bandsaw wheels and blade instantly DO NOT become over confident and relax your safety aware ness because of the foot brake feature Make sure the bandsaw blade has stopped mov ing completely before leaving the machine G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Table Tilt The bandsaw table will tilt 5 left and 45 right to provide a wide range of cutting options Remove the positive stop bolt to tilt the table to the left G0514X Table Tilt 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Loosen the lock handle on the table trunnion shown in Figure 70 Angle Indicator Scale Located On Oppo
94. res Any other unsafe condition Monthly Check e V belt tension damage or wear e Clean vacuum dust buildup from inside cabi net and off motor Cleaning Cleaning the bandsaw is relatively easy Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth If any resin has built up use a resin dissolving cleaner to remove it Treat all unpainted cast iron and steel with a non staining lubricant after cleaning 52 Unpainted Cast Iron 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 296 Gun Treatment SLIPIT or Boeshield T 9 see Section 5 Accessories on Page 50 for more details Brushes The bandsaw is equipped with two lower brushes The brushes should be checked daily and cleaned when they become dirty There are adjustment brackets that allow the brushes to be adjusted for bristle wear Refer to Adjusting Wheel and Blade Brushes on Page 62 for adjustment details Lubrication Since all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced Do not lubricated them This machine does need lubrication in other plac es An essential part of lubrication is cleaning the components before lubricating them This step 15 critical because dust
95. ring J Figure 51 Blade should be perpendicular 90 to the face of the support bearing 5 Tighten the assembly cap screw 6 Loosen the cap screw on the support bearing adjustment shaft Place 0 016 feeler gauge between the support bearing and the blade and position the bearing 0 016 away from the back of the blade as illustrated in Figure 52 Support Bearing Figure 52 Blade should be aligned approxi mately 0 016 away from the bearing edge G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Note For a quick gauge fold a dollar bill in half 4 twice four thicknesses of a dollar bill is approxi mately 0 016 and place it between the support bearing and the blade as shown in Figure 53 Figure 53 Dollar bill folded twice to make an approximate 0 016 gauge 5 8 Tighten the cap screw to keep the support bearing locked in place 6 Adjusting Lower Support Bearings 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Make sure that the blade is tracking properly and is correctly tensioned 3 Familiarize yourself with the lower support bearing controls shown in Figure 54 Support Bearing Adjustment Check to make sure the guide block assem bly is perpendicular with the face of the sup port bearing as illustrated in Figure 51 the guide block assembly is perpendicu lar to the face of the support bearing con tinue on to the next step lf the guide block assembly is not per pendicular
96. s slide the blade off of both wheels G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 5 Rotate the blade 90 and slide it through the slot in the table Installing Blade 1 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER Slide the blade through the table slot ensur ing that the teeth are pointing down toward the table Note f the teeth will not point downward in any orientation the blade is inside out Put on heavy gloves remove the blade and twist it right side out Slip the blade through the guides and mount it on the upper and lower wheels Figure 83 Figure 83 Placing blade on the wheels Tighten the blade tension lever Apply tension to the blade by turning the ten sion control knob Rotate the upper wheel slowly by hand as tension is applied to allow the blade to center itself on the wheel Adjust tracking if needed Adjust tension as described Page 31 Adjust the upper lower guide bearings and the support bearings Close the wheel covers Replace the table insert and table pin 49 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 1 900 92 7 VO 14
97. site Face Figure 70 G0514X Table tilt controls 3 Turn the table tilt knob to position the table to the desired angle of tilt Refer to the angle gauge on the front table trunnion for the tilting angle 4 To tilt the table to the left turn the table tilt knob clockwise one turn remove or lower the positive stop bolt then turn the tilt knob counterclockwise 5 Retighten the lock handle to secure the table 6 Follow Positive Stop instructions on Page 25 for resetting the stop bolt and table for horizontal 0 operations 41 G0514X2 G0514X2B 8 G0514X3 Table Tilt 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Loosen the table tilt lock lever shown in Figure 71 a Lock Lever 3 Table Tilt Handwheel Figure 71 G0514X2 G0514X2B and G0514X3 table tilt controls 3 tilt the table to the right turn the table tilt handwheel clockwise Figure 71 4 tilt the table to the left turn the table tilt handwheel clockwise one turn lower the positive stop bolt then turn the handwheel counterclockwise 5 Secure the table tilt lock lever Figure 71 6 Follow Positive Stop instructions on Page 25 for resetting the stop bolt and table for horizontal 0 operations 42 Guide Post The guide post shown in Figure 72 connects the upper blade guide assembly to the bandsaw The guidepost allows the blade guide assembly to move up or down to be as close to the workpiece as possib
98. sure moisture is below 20 3 Straighten workpiece or use a different one 4 Adjust calibrate fence 5 Tension replace belt s ensure pulleys are aligned 6 Test repair replace 7 Review wiring diagram on motor cover correct wire connections 8 Swap any two incoming power leads 9 Let cool clean motor and reduce workload 10 Test all legs for power test field coil and fix contacts or replace if at fault 11 Adjust replace centrifugal switch if available 12 Test for shorted windings bad bearings and repair or replace 1 Miter slot dirty or gummed up 1 Carefully clean miter slot 1 Calibrate pointer scale at true 90 degrees Page 25 Table does not tilt to 45 degrees 56 2 Positive stop bolt not set correctly 1 Pointer or scale calibrated incorrectly 2 Machine component blocking path 9 2 Adjust positive stop bolt 1 Calibrate pointer scale at true 45 degrees 2 Remove component blocking table G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Possible Cause Possible Solution Table hard to tilt The cuts are rough or show scoring Blade or teeth break Blade wears on one side slows smokes or shows overheating Sawdust buildup inside cabinet G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 toco ae qu Sawdust or pitch trapped between trunnion and base Metal burrs on trunnion Blade is overloaded and twists The blade TPI is too coarse
99. t Collection System 1 e Dust Hose 4 1 Hose Clamps 4 2 Unpacking Your machine was carefully packaged for safe transportation Remove the packaging materials from around your machine and inspect it If you discover any damage please call us immediately 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 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 G0514X 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 proprietary parts are missing e g nut or a washer we will gladly replace them or for the sake of expediency replacements can be obtained at your local hardware store Crate Contents Figure 10 amp 11 Qty A Bandsaw not shown 1 Figure 10 Bandsaw components MENO e 1 C Miter Gauge 1 D Back Square
100. t capacitor has blown 12 Test replace if at fault 13 Centrifugal switch at fault 13 Adjust replace centrifugal switch 14 Motor at fault 14 Test for shorted windings or bad bearings repair or replace Main motor chatters 1 Phase converter if used wild wire 1 Connect wild wire to the machine power supply during startup or connected to wrong terminal G0514X3 terminal that is not part of the switch coil circuit during operation G0514X3 2 Power supply has incorrect voltage on one 2 Contact electrician to check incoming voltage or more legs Machine operates 1 Power connections wired out of phase 1 Swap two power incoming power leads at the motor in reverse G0514X3 G0514X3 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 55 Possible Cause Possible Solution Machine has excessive vibration or noise Machine stalls or slows when operating Miter bar binds in miter slot Table does not tilt to 90 degrees V belt tension incorrect Bent dull or damaged blade Loose or damaged blade Blade weld contacting support bearing or blade guides Loose machine component Machine incorrectly mounted on floor Phase converter if used wild wire connected to wrong terminal GO0514X3 Motor fan rubbing on fan cover V belt worn or damaged 10 Wheels not coplanar 11 V belt has a high spot 12 Centrifugal switch out of adjustment at fault 13 Pulley loose or not in alignment shaft bent
101. table and the blade are properly adjusted to 90 Otherwise any error will be compounded To complete a stacked cut 1 Align your pieces from top to bottom to ensure that each piece has adequate scrap to provide a clean unhampered cut 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 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 kerf 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 as shown in Figure 77 Figure 77 Typical stacked cut 46 Blade Speed The blade speed can be adjusted to 1700 or 3500 FPM Speed adjustments are made by moving the V belt position on the motor and wheel pulleys Most woodcutting can be performed successfully at the higher blade speeds Slower blade speeds generally produce better results when cutting hardwoods intricate curves or when an excep tionally smooth cut is desired To adjust the blade speed 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Loosen the motor mount cap screws shown in Figure 78 and rotate the mo
102. ton safety feature is not working correctly This safety feature must work properly before proceeding with regular operations Call Tech Support for help Push the OFF button in then twist it clock wise so it pops out When the OFF button pops out the switch is reset and ready for operation see Figure 49 OFF Button Figure 49 Resetting the switch G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 10 11 Turn the bandsaw ON and allow it to reach full soeed then press the foot brake Figure 64 on Page 38 completely If the bandsaw blade stops the foot brake is working correctly continue to the next step If the bandsaw blade does not stop mov ing the foot brake feature is not working correctly This safety feature must work properly before proceeding with regular operations Call Tech Support for help Close the upper and lower wheel covers Turn the switch disabling key to 0 as shown in Figure 48 on Page 30 Try to turn the machine ON the bandsaw does not start the switch disabling feature is working as designed The Test Run is complete the bandsaw starts immediately discon nect power The switch disabling feature is not working correctly This safety feature must work properly before proceeding with regular operations Call Tech Support for help Model G0514X3 Only Verify that the power is not connected out of phase by starting stopping the machine and determining if the motor
103. tor to loosen the V belt Figure 78 Motor mount cap screws G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 3 Refer to Figure 79 to locate the correct V belt position for the desired blade speed BANDSAW WHEEL 1700 FPM 9500 FPM il Figure 79 V belt speeds 4 Move the V belt to the desired pulley 5 Rotate the motor to tension the V belt then tighten the motor mount cap screws 6 Check the V belt tension When tensioned correctly the V belt can be deflected approxi mately 5 see Figure 80 Bandsaw Deflection Mel Figure 80 V belt deflection G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Blade Information 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 This bandsaw is designed for blades that are 143 long Refer to Page 50 for blade replacements 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 The Model G0514X G0514X3 can use blades from Ye to 114 in width Always pick the size of blade that best suits y
104. turns in the correct direction using the criteria below lf the blade moves down and toward the table as standing in front of the machine it is turning in the correct direction the blade turns up and away from the table it is turning in the wrong direction Stop the machine disconnect the power source then swap any two of the three power wires that connect to the machine G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 Tensioning Blade A properly tensioned blade is essential for making accurate cuts and is required before making many bandsaw adjustments Every time you replace the blade you should perform this procedure because all blades tension differently To tension the bandsaw blade 1 Complete the Test Run procedure and make sure the blade is tracking properly Raise the upper blade guide assembly as high as it will go and adjust the upper and lower guide blocks as far away from the blade as possible Note This procedure will NOT work if the guide blocks have any contact with the blade Engage the quick tension lever to the tight ened position and turn the blade tension handwheel until the tension scale reads between 4 and 6 Turn the bandsaw ON Slowly release the tension one quarter of a turn at a time When you see the bandsaw blade start to flutter stop decreasing the ten sion Now slowly increase the tension until the blade stops fluttering then tighten the tension another quarter turn
105. 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 68 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 BLUE BROWN GRAY 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 whi
106. xtension cord with this machine If you must use an extension cord only use it if absolutely necessary and only on a temporary basis Figure 7 Typical 6 20 plug and receptacle for G0514X2B 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 G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 11 G0514X3 Circuit Requirements 220V This machine is prewired to operate on a 220V power supply circuit that has a verified ground and meets the following requirements Nominal Voltage Range 220V 240V CNG 60 Hz PI 7 3 Phase Power Supply Circuit 15 Amps Connection Type Locking Disconnect Switch G0514X3 Circuit Requirements 440V This machine can be converted to operate on a 440V power supply refer to Voltage Conversion instructions that has a verified ground and meets the following requirements Nominal Voltage Range 440V 480V u 60 Hz PI A C u uuu E
107. y affected by the bottom of the table with the hex bolts and flat tilt of the upper wheel also known as Center washers as shown in Figure 28 Tracking and the alignment of both wheels also known as Coplanar Tracking For Coplanar Tracking see the Wheel Alignment instructions on Page 65 The wheels on this bandsaw were aligned at the factory so Center Tracking is the only adjust ment that needs to be performed when the saw is new Hex Bolt E Hex Bolt To center track the blade Sliding Plate 1 m 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER en 7 2 Make sure the upper and lower blade guides are adjusted away from the blade 3 Engage the quick tension lever and turn the blade tension handwheel until the tension scale Figure 29 reads between 4 and 6 Figure 29 Blade tensioning controls G0514X X2 X2B X3 Mfg Since 2 12 o 23 4 Spin the upper wheel by hand at least three times and watch how the blade rides on the crown of the wheel Refer to Figure 30 for an illustration of this concept the blade rides in the center of the upper wheel and is centered on the peak of the wheel crown then the bandsaw is already tracked properly and no further adjustments are needed at this time If the blade does not ride in the center of the upper wheel and is not centered on the peak of the wheel crown then continue with the following steps CAUTION The cast iron spokes may have

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