Grizzly G0640X User Manual

MODEL G0640X

17" METAL/WOOD BANDSAW

OWNER'S MANUAL

(For models manufactured since 12/17)

COPYRIGHT © JANUARY, 2008 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC., REVISED AUGUST, 2018 (KB)

WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE

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#TR9556 PRINTED IN TA I WAN

V3.08.18

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 compre­hension, 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.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip­ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION ............................................... 2

Contact Info.................................................... 2

Manual Accuracy ........................................... 2

Identification ................................................... 3

Machine Data Sheet ...................................... 4

SECTION 1: SAFETY ....................................... 6

Safety Instructions for Machinery .................. 6

Additional Safety for Metal-Wood Bandsaws 8

SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY ........................ 9

SECTION 3: SETUP ....................................... 11

Needed for Setup ......................................... 11

Unpacking .................................................... 11

Inventory ...................................................... 12

Hardware Recognition Chart ....................... 13

Cleanup ........................................................ 14

Site Considerations ...................................... 14

Lifting & Placing ........................................... 15

Anchoring to Floor ....................................... 15

Assembly ..................................................... 16

Blade Tracking ............................................. 19

Test Run ...................................................... 20

Blade Tensioning ......................................... 21

Adjusting Blade Guides ............................... 22

Adjusting Support Bearings ......................... 23

Adjusting Positive Stop ................................ 24

Aligning Table .............................................. 25

Aligning Fence ............................................. 26

Miter Gauge ................................................. 26

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS ........................... 27

Guide Post ................................................... 27

Quick-Release Blade Tension ..................... 28

Table Tilt ...................................................... 28

Blade Terminology ....................................... 29

Blade Selection ............................................ 29

Blade Breakage ........................................... 31

Blade Care & Break-In ................................. 31

Blade Changes ............................................ 32

Blade Speed ................................................ 33

SECTION 5: WOOD CUTTING ...................... 34

Workpiece Inspection................................... 34

Cutting Tips .................................................. 34

Ripping ......................................................... 35

Crosscutting ................................................. 35

Resawing ..................................................... 36

Stacked Cuts................................................ 37

Cutting Curves ............................................. 37

Cutting Circles.............................................. 37

SECTION 6: METAL CUTTING ...................... 38

Workpiece Inspection................................... 38

Cutting Tips .................................................. 38

Choosing Blades and Speeds ..................... 39

Metal Chip Inspection Chart ........................ 40

SECTION 7: ACCESSORIES ......................... 41

SECTION 8: MAINTENANCE ......................... 43

Schedule ...................................................... 43

Cleaning ....................................................... 43

Wheel Brush ................................................ 43

Lubrication ................................................... 43

Redressing Rubber Tires ............................. 45

SECTION 9: SERVICE ................................... 46

Troubleshooting ........................................... 46

Replacing V-Belts ........................................ 48

Adjusting Wheel Brush ................................ 48

Wheel Alignment .......................................... 49

Shimming Table ........................................... 51

Blade Lead ................................................... 51

Adjusting Tension Lever .............................. 52

SECTION 10: WIRING .................................... 53

Wiring Safety Instructions ............................ 53

Wiring Diagram ............................................ 54

Electrical Component Wiring ....................... 55

SECTION 11: PARTS ..................................... 56

Main ............................................................. 56

Fence & Blade Guides ................................. 59

Labels & Cosmetics ..................................... 62

WARRANTY & RETURNS ............................. 65

INTRODUCTION

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below. Before contacting, make sure you get the

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from the

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slightly different than shown in the manual

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Contact Info

and manufacture date

Grizzly Technical Support

1815 W. Battlefield
Springfield, MO 65807
Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Grizzly Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Manual Accuracy

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Manufacture Date and Serial Number

Manufacture Date

Serial Number

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Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

Identification

Quick-Release Blade Tension Lever

Blade Guide

Elevation Lock Knob

Blade Tension Window

Blade
Tension
Window

Blade

Tension

Handwheel

Fence Lock

Handle

Blade Guard

Rip Fence

Attachment

Blade Guide Height

Handwheel

Blade Tracking

Knob with Lock

Lever

Blade Guide

Height Indicator

Upper Blade Guide Assembly

Miter Gauge

Blade Speed Dial

4" Dust Port

Belt Engagement Disc

Digital Blade Speed Display

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

Belt Tension

Crank

Main Power

Key Switch

4" Dust Port

Motor

START/STOP

Switch

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Machine Data Sheet

MACHINE DATA

SHEET

Customer Service #: [phone] · To Order Call: [phone] · Fax #: [phone]

MODEL G0640X 17" METAL/WOOD BANDSAW W/INVERTER

MOTOR

Product Dimensions:

Weight.............................................................................................................................................................. 378 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height........................................................................... 32 x 32 x 73 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)..................................................................................................................... 27 x 17-3/4 in.

Shipping Dimensions:

Type................................................................................................................................................... Wood Slat Crate

Content........................................................................................................................................................... Machine

Weight.............................................................................................................................................................. 416 lbs.

Length x Width x Height....................................................................................................................... 20 x 31 x 81 in.

Must Ship Upright.................................................................................................................................................... No

Electrical:

Power Requirement........................................................................................................... 220V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz

Prewired Voltage.................................................................................................................................................. 220V

Full-Load Current Rating.......................................................................................................................................... 8A

Minimum Circuit Size.............................................................................................................................................. 15A

Connection Type....................................................................................................................................... Cord & Plug

Power Cord Included.............................................................................................................................................. Yes

Power Cord Length................................................................................................................................................. 6 ft.

Power Cord Gauge......................................................................................................................................... 14 AWG

Plug Included........................................................................................................................................................... No

Recommended Plug Type..................................................................................................................................... 6-15

Switch Type............................................................................................ ON/OFF Push Button Switch w/Lockout Key

Inverter (VFD) Type................................................................................................................................. Delta VFD-M

Inverter (VFD) Size............................................................................................................................................... 2 HP

Motors:

Main

Main Specifications:

Main Specifications

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Horsepower................................................................................................................................................ 2 HP

Phase.................................................................................................................................................... 3-Phase

Amps.............................................................................................................................................................. 8A

Speed................................................................................................................................................ 1725 RPM

Type........................................................................................................................................... TEFC Induction

Power Transfer .................................................................................................................................. Belt Drive

Bearings..................................................................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated

Bandsaw Size............................................................................................................................................ 17 in.

Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade)........................................................................................................ 16-1/4 in.

Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade) w/Fence......................................................................................... 13-3/4 in.

Max Cutting Height.................................................................................................................................... 12 in.

Blade Speeds............................................................................................................ Variable 100 – 3600 FPM

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

Blade Information

Standard Blade Length...................................................................................................................... 131-1/2 in.

Blade Width Range............................................................................................................................. 1/8 – 1 in.

Blade Guides................................................................................................................................... Ball Bearing

Table Information

Table Length........................................................................................................................................ 23-5/8 in.

Table Width......................................................................................................................................... 17-1/4 in.

Table Thickness.................................................................................................................................... 1-1/2 in.

Table Tilt - Left/Right.......................................................................................................... Left 5, Right 45 deg.

Floor-to-Table Height........................................................................................................................... 37-1/2 in.

Includes Fence............................................................................................................................................. Yes

Construction Materials

Table....................................................................................................................... Precision-Ground Cast Iron

Fence.................................................................................................................................. Extruded Aluminum

Base/Stand............................................................................................................................. Pre-Formed Steel

Body/Frame............................................................................................................................ Pre-Formed Steel

Wheels........................................................................................................................ Fully-Balanced Cast Iron

Tires........................................................................................................................................................ Rubber

Wheel Covers......................................................................................................................... Pre-Formed Steel

Paint Type/Finish....................................................................................................................... Powder Coated

Other Related Information

Wheel Diameter......................................................................................................................................... 17 in.

Wheel Width.......................................................................................................................................... 1-3/8 in.

Tire Width............................................................................................................................................ 1-1/16 in.

Number of Dust Ports....................................................................................................................................... 2

Dust Port Size.............................................................................................................................................. 4 in.

Compatible Mobile Base........................................................................................................................ D2057A

Other Specifications:

Country of Origin .............................................................................................................................................. Taiwan

Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 Year

Approximate Assembly & Setup Time .............................................................................................................. 1 Hour

Serial Number Location ............................................................................ ID Label on Center of Upper Wheel Cover

Sound Rating ..................................................................................................................................................... 78 dB

ISO 9001 Factory .................................................................................................................................................. Yes

Certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) .......................................................................... No

Like all machinery there is potential danger
when operating this machine. Accidents
are frequently caused by lack of familiarity
or failure to pay attention. Use this machine
with respect and caution to decrease the
risk of operator injury. If normal safety pre­cautions are overlooked or ignored, seri­ous personal injury may occur.

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.

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

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SECTION 1: SAFETY

For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction

Manual Before Operating This Machine

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions.
This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words 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. Always use common sense and good judgment.

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

NOTICE

proper operation of the machine.

Safety Instructions for Machinery

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.

TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY. Untrained oper­ators have a higher risk of being hurt or killed.
Only allow trained/supervised people to use this
machine. When machine is not being used, dis­connect power, remove switch keys, or lock-out
machine to prevent unauthorized use—especially
around children. Make your workshop kid proof!

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use
machinery in areas that are wet, cluttered, or have
poor lighting. Operating machinery in these areas
greatly increases the risk of accidents and injury.

MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED. Full mental
alertness is required for safe operation of machin­ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or
alcohol, when tired, or when distracted.

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS. You
can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching live
electrical components or improperly grounded
machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow qualified
service personnel to do electrical installation or
repair work, and always disconnect power before
accessing or exposing electrical equipment.

DISCONNECT POWER FIRST.
nect machine from power supply BEFORE making
adjustments, changing tooling, or servicing machine.
This prevents an injury risk from unintended startup
or contact with live electrical components.

EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI-approved
safety glasses or a face shield when operating or
observing machinery to reduce the risk of eye
injury or blindness from flying particles. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses.

Always discon-

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Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

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 reduce
risk of slipping and losing control or accidentally
contacting cutting tool or moving parts.

HAZARDOUS DUST. Dust created by machinery
operations may cause cancer, birth defects, or
long-term respiratory damage. Be aware of dust
hazards associated with each workpiece mate­rial. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to
reduce your risk.

HEARING PROTECTION. Always wear hear­ing protection when operating or observing loud
machinery. Extended exposure to this noise
without hearing protection can cause permanent
hearing loss.

REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. Tools left on
machinery can become dangerous projectiles
upon startup. Never leave chuck keys, wrenches,
or any other tools on machine. Always verify
removal before starting!

USE CORRECT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Only use
this tool for its intended purpose—do not force
it or an attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed. Never make unapproved modifica­tions—modifying tool or using it differently than
intended may result in malfunction or mechanical
failure that can lead to personal injury or death!

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.

CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keep children and
bystanders at a safe distance from the work area.
Stop using machine if they become a distraction.

GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers reduce
accidental contact with moving parts or flying
debris. Make sure they are properly installed,
undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE
operating machine.

FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine.
It will do the job safer and better at the rate for
which it was designed.

NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury
may occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting
tool is unintentionally contacted.

STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement dur­ing operation greatly increases risk of injury or
loss of control. Before starting, verify machine is
stable and mobile base (if used) is locked.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult
this owner’s manual or the manufacturer for rec­ommended accessories. Using improper acces­sories will increase the risk of serious injury.

UNATTENDED OPERATION. To reduce the
risk of accidental injury, turn machine OFF and
ensure all moving parts completely stop before
walking away. Never leave machine running
while unattended.

MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Follow all maintenance
instructions and lubrication schedules to keep
machine in good working condition. A machine
that is improperly maintained could malfunction,
leading to serious personal injury or death.

DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect machine
for damaged, loose, or mis-adjusted parts—or
any condition that could affect safe operation.
Immediately repair/replace BEFORE operating
machine. For your own safety, DO NOT operate
machine with damaged parts!

MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnect­ing cord-connected machines from power, grab
and pull the plug—NOT the cord. Pulling the cord
may damage the wires inside. Do not handle
cord/plug with wet hands. Avoid cord damage by
keeping it away from heated surfaces, high traffic
areas, harsh chemicals, and wet/damp locations.

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time
you experience difficulties performing the intend­ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our
Technical Support at [phone].

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

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Additional Safety for Metal/Wood Bandsaws

Serious cuts, amputation, or death can occur from contact with the moving saw blade during
operation, if blade breaks, or if fingers, hair, or clothing get entangled. Long-term respiratory
damage can occur from breathing metal/wood dust created while cutting. To reduce this risk,
anyone operating this machine MUST completely heed the hazards and warnings below.

HAND PLACEMENT. Placing hands or fingers

in line with blade during operation may result in
serious injury if hands slip or workpiece moves
unexpectedly. Do not position fingers or hands in
line with blade, and never reach under table while
blade is moving.

WORKPIECE MATERIAL. This machine is
intended for cutting natural woods, man-made
wood products, laminate-covered wood, steel,
aluminum, copper, cast iron, and plastics. DO
NOT cut magnesium—using the wrong cutting
fluid could lead to chip fire and possible explo­sion. This machine is NOT designed to cut glass,
stone, tile, chains, cables, round or oblong­shaped workpieces, and workpieces with internal
or built-in moving or rotating parts, etc.

CUTTING TECHNIQUES. To avoid blade getting
pulled off wheels or accidentally breaking and
striking operator, always turn bandsaw OFF and
wait for blade to come to a complete stop before
backing workpiece out of blade. DO NOT back
workpiece away from blade while bandsaw is run­ning. DO NOT force or twist blade while cutting,
especially when sawing small curves. This could
result in blade damage or breakage.

CLEARING JAMS AND CUTOFFS. Always allow
blade to stop on its own. DO N O T try to stop or slow
blade with your hand or the workpiece. Always
stop bandsaw and disconnect power before clear­ing scrap pieces that get stuck between blade and
table insert. Use brush or push stick, not hands, to
clean chips/cutoff scraps from table.

BLADE SPEED/FEED RATE. Cutting workpiece
before blade is at full speed could cause blade to
grab workpiece and pull hands into blade. Allow
blade to reach full speed before starting cut. DO
NOT start machine with workpiece contacting
blade. To avoid risk of operator injury, always feed
stock evenly and smoothly.

BLADE CONDITION. Dull blades require more
effort to perform cut, increasing risk of accidents.
Do not operate with dirt y, dull, cracked or badly
worn blades. Inspect blades for cracks and miss­ing teeth before each use. Always maintain proper
blade tension and tracking while operating.

CHIP COLLECTION. DO NOT collect metal dust
cuttings in a wood dust collector. Use a dedicated
metal dust collector or shop vacuum to collect
metal cuttings. DO NOT mix wood dust and metal
cuttings, as it may cause a fire.

CUTTING FLUID SAFETY. Cutting fluids are
poisonous. Always follow manufacturer’s cutting­fluid safety instructions. Pay particular attention
to contact, contamination, inhalation, storage and
disposal warnings. Spilled cutting fluid invites slip­ping hazards.

SMALL/NARROW WORKPIECES. If hands slip
during a cut while holding small workpieces
with fingers, serious personal injury could occur.
Always support/feed small or narrow workpieces
with push sticks, push blocks, jig, vise, or some
type of clamping fixture.

UPPER BLADE GUIDE SUPPORT. To reduce
exposure of operator to blade and provide maxi­mum blade support while cutting, keep upper
blade guides adjusted to just clear workpiece.

WORKPIECE SUPPORT. To maintain maximum
control and reduce risk of blade contact/breakage,
always ensure adequate support of long, large, or
unstable workpieces. Always keep workpiece flat
and firm against table/fence when cutting to avoid
loss of control. If necessary, use a jig or vise.

BLADE REPLACEMENT. To avoid mishaps that
could result in operator injury, make sure blade
teeth face down toward table and blade is prop­erly tensioned and tracked before operating.

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Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY

Before installing the machine, consider the avail­ability and proximity of the required power supply
circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet the
requirements for this machine, a new circuit must
be installed. To minimize the risk of electrocution,
fire, or equipment damage, installation work and
electrical wiring must be done by an electrician or
qualified service personnel in accordance with all
applicable codes and standards.

or equipment damage
may occur if machine is
not properly grounded
and connected to power

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.

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 over­loading the machine during operation and make
sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that
meets the specified circuit requirements.

For your own safety and protection of

Note: Circuit requirements in this manual apply to

a dedicated circuit—where only one machine will
be running on the circuit at a time. If machine will
be connected to a shared circuit where multiple
machines may be running at the same time, con­sult an electrician or qualified service personnel to
ensure circuit is properly sized for safe operation.

A power supply circuit includes all electrical
equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel
in the building and the machine. The power sup­ply circuit used for this machine must be sized to
safely handle the full-load current drawn from the
machine for an extended period of time. (If this
machine is connected to a circuit protected by
fuses, use a time delay fuse marked D.)

This machine is prewired to operate on a power
supply circuit that has a verified ground and meets
the following requirements:

Availability

Electrocution, fire, shock,

supply.

Full-Load Current Rating

Circuit Information

property, consult an electrician if you are
unsure about wiring practices or electrical
codes in your area.

Full-Load Current Rating at 220V ....... 8 Amps

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

Circuit Requirements

Nominal Voltage .........208V, 22 0V, 2 30V, 240V

Cycle .......................................................... 60 Hz

Phase ........................................... Single-Phase

Power Supply Circuit ......................... 15 Amps

Plug/Receptacle ............................. NEMA 6-15

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Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The
wire with green insulation (with or without yellow
stripes) is the equipment-grounding wire. If repair
or replacement of the power cord or plug is nec­essary, do not connect the equipment-grounding
wire to a live (current carrying) terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service per­sonnel if you do not understand these grounding
requirements, or if you are in doubt about whether
the tool is properly grounded. If you ever notice
that a cord or plug is damaged or worn, discon­nect it from power, and immediately replace it with
a new one.

We do not recommend using an extension cord
with this machine.
cord, only use it if absolutely necessary and only
on a temporary basis.

Extension cords cause voltage drop, which can
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
be in good condition and contain a ground wire
and matching plug/receptacle. Additionally, it must
meet the following size requirements:

Grounding Requirements

This machine MUST be grounded. In the event
of certain malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a
path of least resistance for electric current.

This machine is equipped with a power cord that
has an equipment-grounding wire and a grounding
plug. Only insert plug into a matching receptacle
(outlet) that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT modify the provided plug!

No adapter should be used with plug. If

process. DO NOT connect to power until

GROUNDED

6-15 RECEPTACLE

Current Carrying Prongs

6-15 PLUG

Serious injury could occur if you connect
machine to power before completing setup

instructed later in this manual.

Grounding Prong

Figure 1. Typical 6-15 plug and receptacle.

plug does not fit available receptacle, or if
machine must be reconnected for use on a
different type of circuit, reconnection must
be performed by an electrician or qualified
service personnel, and it must comply with
all local codes and ordinances.

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Extension Cords

If you must use an extension

Minimum Gauge Size ...........................14 AWG

Maximum Length (Shorter is Better).......50 ft.

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

SECTION 3: SETUP

get help from other people

This machine was carefully packaged for safe
transport. When unpacking, separate all enclosed
items from packaging materials and inspect them
for shipping damage.

,

please

IMPORTANT:

you are completely satisfied with the machine and
have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the
shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack-

aging to file a freight claim. It is also extremely
helpful if you need to return your machine later.

Keep children and pets away
from plastic bags or packing
materials shipped with this

Needed for Setup

This machine presents
serious injury hazards
to untrained users. Read
through this entire manu­al to become familiar with
the controls and opera­tions before starting the
machine!

Wear safety glasses during
the entire setup process!

HEAVY LIFT!
Straining or crushing injury
may occur from improperly
lifting machine or some of
its parts. To reduce this risk,

The following items are needed to complete the
setup process, but are not included with your
machine:

Description Qty

• Straightedge ............................................... 1

• Level ........................................................... 1

• Another Person for Lifting Help .................. 1

• Forklift ......................................................... 1

• Lifting Strap or Chain (500-lb. min. cap.) ... 1

• Lifting Hook or Shackle .............................. 1

• Square ........................................................ 1

• Feeler Gauge 0.016" .................................. 1

• Safety Glasses (for each person) ............... 1

• Wet/Dry Vacuum for Dust Collection.......... 1

• Vacuum Adaptor 4" ..................................... 1

• Dust Hose Y-Fitting 4" ................................ 1

• Dust Hose 4" (length as needed) ............... 2

• Hose Clamp 4" ........................................... 4

and use a forklift (or other
lifting equipment) rated for
weight of this machine.

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

Unpacking

If items are damaged

call us immediately at [phone].

Save all packaging materials until

SUFFOCATION HAZARD!

machine. Discard immediately.

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Inventory

The following is a list of items shipped with your
machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items
out and 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 hardware store.

Keep children and pets away
from plastic bags or packing
materials shipped with this

Main Components (Figures 2–3) Qty

A. Bandsaw (not shown) ................................. 1

B. Table ........................................................... 1

C. Miter Gauge ................................................ 1

D. Fence Assembly ......................................... 1

E. Resaw Fence Attachment .......................... 1

F. Front Fence Rail ......................................... 1

G. Rear Fence Rail ......................................... 1

H. Guide Post Handwheel............................... 1

Fasteners Qty

Hex Bolt M8-1.25 x 90 (Positive Stop) ............... 1

Hex Nut M8-1.25 (Positive Stop) ....................... 1

Hex Bolts M8-1.25 x 25 (Table) ......................... 4

Lock Washers 8mm (Table) .............................. 4

Flat Washers 8mm (Table) ................................ 4

Cap Screws M6-1 x 16 (Rear Rail) .................... 2

Hex Bolts M6-1 x 20 (Front Rail) ....................... 2

Lock Washers 6mm (Front Rail) ........................ 2

Flat Washers 6mm (Front Rail) ......................... 2

Hex Nut M8-1.25 (Fence Lock Lever) ................ 1

Flat Washer 8mm (Attachment Lock Handle) ... 1

Tools & Other Miscellaneous Items Qty

Hex Wrench 5mm .............................................. 1

Hex Wrench 8mm .............................................. 1

Open End Wrench 10/13mm ............................. 1

Table Pin ............................................................ 1

Table Insert ........................................................ 1

Fence Lock Lever M8-1.25 x 22 ........................ 1

Fence Attachment Lock Handle M8-1.25 x 44 . . 1

Fence Attachment T-Slot Nut ............................ 1

B

Figure 2. Table components.

G

F

H

Figure 3. Fence components.

C

E

D

D

NOTICE

If you cannot find an item on this list, care­fully check around/inside the machine and
packaging materials. Often, these items get
lost in packaging materials while unpack­ing or they are pre-installed at the factory.

SUFFOCATION HAZARD!

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machine. Discard immediately.

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Hardware Recognition Chart

USE THIS CHART TO MATCH UP
HARDWARE DURING THE INVENTORY
AND ASSEMBLY PROCESS.

Flat
Head
Cap
Screw

5mm

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

5mm

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Cleanup

The unpainted surfaces of your machine are
coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that
prevents corrosion during shipment and storage.
This rust preventative works extremely well, but it
will take a little time to clean.

Be patient and do a thorough job cleaning your
machine. The time you spend doing this now will
give you a better appreciation for the proper care
of your machine's unpainted surfaces.

There are many ways to remove this rust preven­tative, but the following steps work well in a wide
variety of situations. Always follow the manufac­turer’s instructions with any cleaning product you
use and make sure you work in a well-ventilated
area to minimize exposure to toxic fumes.

Before cleaning, gather the following:

• Disposable rags

• Cleaner/degreaser (WD•40 works well)

• Safety glasses & disposable gloves

• Plastic paint scraper (optional)

Basic steps for removing rust preventative:

1.

2.

amount of cleaner/degreaser, then let it soak

3.

scrape off as much as you can first, then wipe

4.

then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality

or disable start switch or

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 4 for the minimum
working clearances.

Put on safety glasses.

Coat the rust preventative with a liberal

for 5–10 minutes.

Wipe off the surfaces. If your cleaner/degreas-

er is effective, the rust preventative will wipe
off easily. If you have a plastic paint scraper,

off the rest with the rag.

Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean,

metal protectant to prevent rust.

NOTICE

Avoid harsh solvents like acetone or brake
parts cleaner that may damage painted sur­faces. Always test on a small, inconspicu­ous location first.

32"

36"

Figure 4. Minimum working clearances.

Children and visitors may be
seriously injured if unsuper­vised around this machine.
Lock entrances to the shop

power connection to prevent
unsupervised use.

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get help from other people

Anchoring machinery to the floor prevents tipping
or shifting and reduces vibration that may occur
during operation, resulting in a machine that runs
slightly quieter and feels more solid.

If the machine will be installed in a commercial or
workplace setting, or if it is permanently connect­ed (hardwired) to the power supply, local codes
may require that it be anchored to the floor.

If not required by any local codes, fastening the
machine to the floor is an optional step. If you
choose not to do this with your machine, we rec­ommend placing it on machine mounts, as these
provide an easy method for leveling and they have
vibration-absorbing pads.

Lag shield anchors with lag screws (see below)
are a popular way to anchor machinery to a con­crete floor, because the anchors sit flush with the
floor surface, making it easy to unbolt and move
the machine later, if needed. However, anytime
local codes apply, you MUST follow the anchoring
methodology specified by the code.

Lifting & Placing

Anchoring to Floor

HEAVY LIFT!
Straining or crushing injury
may occur from improperly
lifting machine or some of
its parts. To reduce this risk,

and use a forklift (or other
lifting equipment) rated for
weight of this machine.

Special care should be taken when moving this
bandsaw. Only use the following methods to lift or
move this bandsaw.

To move and place machine:

1. Use a forklift to move the bandsaw on the

pallet near its final location.

2. Unbolt the bandsaw from the pallet.

Number of Mounting Holes ............................ 4

Diameter of Mounting Hardware ................

7

⁄16"

Anchoring to Concrete Floors

3. Place the lifting hook through the eye bolt

(see Figure 5) that is located on top of the
machine.

4. Carefully lift the machine and place where

desired.

Figure 5. Lifting the bandsaw.

Eye Bolt

Lag Screw

Flat Washer

Machine Base

Concrete

Figure 6. Popular method for anchoring

machinery to a concrete floor.

Lag Shield Anchor

Drilled Hole

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Assembly

The machine must be fully assembled before it
can be operated. Before beginning the assembly
process, refer to

and gather

all

To ensure the assembly process

goes smoothly, first clean any

cov­ered or coated in heavy-duty rust preventative (if
applicable).

listed items.

4. Loosen blade tension by rotating the quick-

release tension lever clockwise as shown in

Figure 8.

Needed for Setup

parts that are

Loosen

To assemble the bandsaw:

1. Thread (1) M8-1.25 hex nut half way up the

length of the included M8-1.25 x 90 hex bolt
(the longest one in the hardware bag).

2. Thread the M8-1.25 x 90 hex bolt (otherwise

known as the "Positive Stop Bolt") into the
casting near the trunnion base, as shown in
Figure 7.

Note: The positive stop bolt acts as a table

stop, which makes it easy to bring the table
back to 90° after tilting it.

Tighten

Figure 8. Quick-release tension lever.

5. Adjust the upper and lower blade guides
away from the blade. Refer to Adjusting
Blade Guides on Page 22 for more details.

The saw blade is very
sharp and can easily cut
bare hands. Wear heavy
leather gloves whenever
handling blade.

Positive

Stop

Bolt

Table Trunnion

Figure 7. Positive stop bolt installed.

3. Slide guide post handwheel onto shaft and

thread attached M6-1 x 20 cap screw through
side of handwheel and against shaft to
secure handwheel in place.

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6. Open the upper and lower wheel covers, and
slide the blade off of both wheels.

The table is heavy. To
reduce the risk of injury
when lifting, have another
person help you during
the next step.

7. Place the table onto the trunnion and posi-

tion it so the mounting holes in the table are
aligned with those on the trunnion.

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

8. Attach the table to the trunnion with (4)

M8-1.25 x 25 hex bolts, (4) 8mm lock washers,
and (4) 8mm flat washers.

9. With the blade teeth pointing downward, slide

the blade through the table slot.

10. Slide the blade through the upper and lower

blade guides, and mount it over the upper
and lower wheels.

15. Install (1) M8-1.25 hex nut on the fence lock
lever, then thread the handle into the fence
assembly (see Figure 10). Tighten the hex
nut against the fence pivot block to secure
the handle.

11. Tighten the quick-release tension lever, then

install the table insert and table pin.

Note: Keep the upper and lower blade guides

adjusted away from the blade until the blade
tracking and tension have been adjusted
during later steps.

12. Adjust the blade tension until the mark on the

blade tension scale is between 4 and 6.

13. Attach the rear rail to the table with (2) M6-1
x 16 cap screws (see Figure 9).

14. Attach the front rail with (2) M6-1 x 20 hex
bolts, (2) 6mm lock washers, and (2) 6mm flat
washers, as shown in Figure 9.

M8-1.25
Hex Nut

Figure 10. Handle installed on fence assembly.

16. Place (1) 8mm flat washer on the fence

attachment lock handle, slide it through the
hole in the fence, then thread the T-slot nut
onto the end of the lock handle threads.

17. Slide the resaw fence over the T-slot nut,
as shown in Figure 11, so the T-slot nut fits
inside the channel of the resaw fence, then
tighten the lock handle.

Pivot Block

Fence Lock Lever

Rear View

Figure 9. Rail installation.

Model G0640X (Mfd. Since 12 /17)

Front View

Resaw Fence

Lock Handle

T-Slot

Nut

Figure 11. Attaching resaw fence to fence.

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18. Pull the fence lock lever up and place the

fence assembly on the front rail, as shown in

Figure 12.

Figure 12. Correctly installed fence.

19. Adjust the rail pad against the rear rail until

there is an even gap between the bottom of
the fence and the table, then tighten the rail
pad hex nut against the fence to secure the
rail pad in place.

22. Fit a 4" dust hose or 4" adapter over each
dust port and secure in place with hose
clamps, as shown in Figure 13.

Note: A tight fit is necessary for proper

performance.

Figure 13. Dust hoses attached to dust ports.

20. Slide the fence against the blade.

21. Place a straightedge across the table and line

it up over the fence scale indicator line.

This saw creates substantial amounts of fine
dust while operating. Failure to use a vacuum
system can result in respiratory illness.

23. If cutting both wood and metal, connect this

machine to a shop vacuum rather than a
dust collector. Most dust collectors are not
designed to capture metal shavings and
doing so may lead to a fire from wood dust
contacting hot metal cuttings or sparks from
metal pieces hitting a dust collector impeller.

Mixing wood dust and metal cuttings may
cause a fire. Do not collect metal shavings in
a regular wood dust collector. Instead use a
shop vacuum to collect metal cuttings.

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Blade Tracking

Blade Centered

on Peak of Crown

Blade

Centered

on

Wheel

Wheel

Serious personal injury
can occur if the machine
starts while your hand
is touching the bandsaw
wheel during tracking
adjustments. Disconnect
power from the bandsaw
before performing blade
tracking adjustments.

Blade Tension

Scale

Blade Tension

Handwheel

Figure 14. Blade tensioning controls.

"Blade Tracking" refers to how the blade rides on
the wheels. When tracking correctly, the blade
rides in the center of the rim part of the wheels.

Blade tracking is primarily controlled by adjust­ing the upper wheel tilt. Tracking the blade in
this manner is referred to as "Center Tracking,"
because you tilt the wheel until the blade rides in
the center.

Another way to track the blade is known as
"Coplanar Tracking." Coplanar tracking involves
aligning the wheels so they are parallel and
aligned (see Wheel Alignment on Page 49).
When wheels are coplanar, vibration and heat are
reduced during operation.

The wheels on the Model G0640X are factory
aligned, so center tracking is the only adjustment
that needs to be performed during setup.

To center track the blade:

Cast-iron spokes may have sharp edges
and blade teeth may extend beyond edge of
wheel, creating a laceration hazard. Be care­ful when turning wheel by hand.

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 15 for an
illustration of this concept.

—If 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.

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

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 14) reads between 4 and 6.

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Figure 15. Center tracking profiles.

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