Craftsman G8693 User Manual
MINI SHAPER MODEL G8693
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © 2000 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
1821 VALENCIA ST., BELLINGHAM, WA 98227
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
JUNE 2000 PRINTED IN CHINA.
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Table Of Contents
PAGE
1. SAFETY
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS ................................................3-4
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHAPERS ......................................5
2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
110V OPERATION ....................................................................................................6
GROUNDING ............................................................................................................6
3. GENERAL INFORMATION
COMMENTARY ........................................................................................................7
UNPACKING..............................................................................................................7
PARTS INVENTORY................................................................................................8
CLEAN UP ................................................................................................................9
4. ASSEMBLY
STUB SHAFT ..........................................................................................................10
FENCE ....................................................................................................................11
RING GUARD..........................................................................................................11
SITE CONSIDERATIONS ......................................................................................12
5. OPERATIONS
OVERVIEW..............................................................................................................13
ON/OFF SWITCH ....................................................................................................14
FENCE ....................................................................................................................14
DEPTH OF CUT ......................................................................................................14
TABLE INSERT ......................................................................................................15
SPINDLE HEIGHT ..................................................................................................15
RING GUARD..........................................................................................................16
KEYED WASHERS ................................................................................................16
INSTALLING A CUTTER ........................................................................................17
USING ROUTER BITS ............................................................................................17
WORKPIECE PREP ................................................................................................18
WOOD GRAIN ........................................................................................................18
STRAIGHT EDGE SHAPING ..................................................................................19
ACROSS THE GRAIN ............................................................................................19
LARGE WORKPIECE..............................................................................................20
CURVED WORKPIECE ..........................................................................................20
DUST COLLECTION ..............................................................................................21
6. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................22
BELT REPLACEMENT............................................................................................22
7. CLOSURE ....................................................................................................................23
DATA SHEET ..........................................................................................................24
PARTS BREAKDOWN ............................................................................................25
PARTS LIST ............................................................................................................26
8. WARRANTY..................................................................................................................27
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Safety Instructions For Power Tools
SECTION 1: SAFETY
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS
AWAY. All children and visitors should be
kept a safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORK SHOP CHILD PROOF with
padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
7. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working
order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
areas and benches invite accidents.
4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or
wet locations, or where any flammable or
noxious fumes may exist. Keep work area
well lighted.
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual
Before Operating This Equipment
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.
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information
about proper operation of the equipment.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions.
This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level
of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below.
Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures.
NOTICE
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9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make
sure your extension cord is in good condition. Conductor size should be in accordance with the chart below. The amperage
rating should be listed on the motor or tool
nameplate. An undersized cord will cause
a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. Your extension
cord must also contain a ground wire and
plug pin. Always repair or replace extension cords if they become damaged.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear
is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also
use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work when practical. It’s safer than
using your hand and frees both hands to
operate tool.
LENGTH
AMP RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft
0-6 18 16 16
7-10 18 16 14
11-12 16 16 14
13-16 14 12 12
17-20 12 12 10
21-30 10 10 No
Safety Instructions For Power Tools
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper foot-
ing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing
and changing accessories, such as blades,
bits, cutters, and the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury.
18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before fur-
ther use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced.
19. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t
leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
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Safety Instructions For Shapers
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Wear ear protection.
3. Be sure keyed washer is directly under
spindle nut and that spindle nut is tight.
4. Feed workpiece against rotation of cutter.
5. Do not use awkward hand positions.
6. Keep fingers away from revolving cutter -
use fixture when necessary.
7. Use overhead guard when adjustable fence
is not in place.
8. Mini Shaper should be fastened securely to
a firm supporting surface.
Like all power tools, there is danger associated with the Model G8693 Mini Shaper.
Use the tool with respect and caution to
lessen the possibility of mechanical damage or operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal injury may occur.
Operation of this equipment has the potential to propel debris into the air which can
cause eye injury. Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating equipment.
Everyday glasses or reading glasses only
have impact resistant lenses, they are not
safety glasses. Be certain the safety glasses you wear meet the appropriate standards of the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI).
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different.
Always consider safety first, as it applies to
your individual working conditions. Use
this and other machinery with caution and
respect. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury, damage to equipment or poor work results.
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Figure 1.
Improper connections of the electrical-grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The
conductor with green or green and yellow striped
insulation is the electrical-grounding conductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug
is necessary, do not connect the equipment
grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Under no circumstances should the grounding
pin from any three-pronged plug be removed. If it
will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Check with a qualified electrician or one of our
service personnel if the grounding instructions
are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to
whether the tool is properly grounded. Use only
3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles that accept
the tool’s plug. See FIgure 1.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
110V Operation
Your G8693 Mini Shaper is prewired for 110 volt,
single phase operation. The
3
⁄4'' H.P. motor draws
approximately 2.2 amps. We strongly recommend fusing your Mini Shaper at 15 amps.
Fusing higher will not adequately protect the
motor.
Although the G8693 Mini Shaper does not draw a
large load, if you’re using a circuit that is already
close to capacity, it might blow a fuse or trip a circuit breaker. If an unusual load does not exist and
power failure still occurs, have the circuit inspected by a qualified electrician.
Grounding
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a
matching outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
If you are unsure about the quality or condition of the circuit you plan on using for
this machine, have a qualified electrician
inspect and repair the circuit. Always make
sure that your machine is properly grounded. Failure to do so could result in serious
electrical shock hazard and/or mechanical
damage.
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SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION
To operate this, or any power tool, safely and
efficiently, it is essential to become as familiar
with its characteristics as possible. The time
you invest before you begin to use your Model
G8693 will be time well spent. DO NOT operate this machine until you are completely familiar with the contents of this manual. Make sure
you read and understand all of the safety procedures. If you do not understand something,
DO NOT operate the machine.
Commentary
We are proud to offer the G8693 Mini Shaper.
The Model G8693 is part of a growing Grizzly
family of fine woodworking machinery. When
used according to the guidelines set forth in this
manual, you can expect years of trouble-free,
enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satisfaction.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with
the Model G8693. It was written to guide you
through assembly, review safety considerations,
and cover general operating procedures. It represents our effort to produce the best documentation possible. If you have any comments regarding this manual, please write to us at the address
below:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
C/O Technical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069
Most importantly, we stand behind our machines.
If you have any service questions or parts
requests, please call or write us at the following
location:
The specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G8693 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at
any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.
Whenever possible, though, we send manual
updates to all owners of a particular tool or
machine. Should you receive one, we urge you to
insert the new information with the old and keep
it for reference.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone: (570) 546-9663
Fax: (800) 438-5901
E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com
Web Site:www.grizzly.com
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Parts Inventory
After all parts have been removed from the box,
you should have:
1 Mini Shaper Unit
3 Knobs
1 Fence Assembly
1Miter Gauge
2 Spindle Wretches
1 Router Bit Collet
1 Guide Pin
1 Dust Port
1 Hose Adapter
1 Stub Shaft
1 Plastic Guard
2 Extra Motor Brushes
1 Extra Motor Belt
In the event that any parts are missing, we will be
happy to replace them. Contact our Customer
Service number for assistance. If any non-proprietary parts such as nuts, bolts or washers are
missing, we will be happy to replace these too,
but for the sake of expediency, these items can
be obtained at your local hardware store.
Unpacking
Model G8693 Mini Shaper is Shipped complete in
one carton. If you discover the machine is damaged after you’ve signed for delivery, and the
truck and driver are gone, you will need to file a
freight claim with the carrier. Save the containers
and all packing materials for possible inspection
by the carrier or its agent. Without the packing
materials, filing a freight claim can be difficult. If
you need assistance determining whether you
need to file a freight claim, or with the procedure
to file one, please contact our Customer Service.
When you are completely satisfied with the condition of your shipment, you should inventory its
parts.
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