Grizzly G0803 Owner's Manual

MODEL G0803

9" BENCHTOP BANDSAW

OWNER'S MANUAL

(For models manufactured since 09/15)

COPYRIGHT © OCTOBER, 2015 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

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

OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

#WK17672 PRINTED IN CHINA

V1.10.15

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

Controls & Components ................................. 4

Machine Data Sheet ...................................... 6

SECTION 1: SAFETY ....................................... 8

Safety Instructions for Machinery .................. 8

Additional Safety for Bandsaws ................... 10

SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY ...................... 11

SECTION 3: SETUP ....................................... 13

Unpacking .................................................... 13

Needed for Setup ......................................... 13

Inventory ...................................................... 13

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

Bench Mounting ........................................... 14

Assembly ..................................................... 15

Adjustment Overview ................................... 16

Blade Tracking ............................................. 17

Dust Collection ............................................. 19

Test Run ...................................................... 19

Tensioning Blade ......................................... 20

Adjusting Blade Support Bearings ............... 22

Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings .................. 23

Calibrating Miter Slot with Blade .................. 24

Calibrating Fence with Miter Slot ................. 25

SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES ......................... 35

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE ......................... 38

Schedule ...................................................... 38

Cleaning & Lubricating ................................. 38

Redressing Rubber Tires ............................. 38

SECTION 7: SERVICE ................................... 39

Troubleshooting ........................................... 39

Checking/Adjusting Belt Tension ................. 42

Replacing Belt .............................................. 43

Wheel Alignment .......................................... 44

Blade Lead ................................................... 47

SECTION 8: WIRING ...................................... 48

Wiring Safety Instructions ............................ 48

Wiring Diagram ............................................ 49

SECTION 9: PARTS ....................................... 50

Main ............................................................. 50

Labels .......................................................... 53

WARRANTY AND RETURNS ........................ 57

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS ........................... 26

Operation Overview ..................................... 26

Disabling Switch........................................... 27

Workpiece Inspection................................... 28

Setting Upper Blade Guide Height .............. 28

Tilting Table ................................................. 29

Choosing Blades .......................................... 29

Changing Blade ........................................... 31

Ripping ......................................................... 32

Crosscutting ................................................. 32

Resawing ..................................................... 33

Cutting Curves ............................................. 33

Stacked Cuts................................................ 34

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INTRODUCTION

We stand behind our machines! If you have ques­tions or need help, contact us with the information
below. Before contacting, make sure you get the

serial number

from the

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that

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slightly different than shown in the manual

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and it helps us determine if updated documenta­tion is available for your machine.

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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Identification

To reduce your risk of
serious injury, read this
entire manual BEFORE

Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand
the instructions in this manual.

A

K

J

B

L

C

D

E

F

G

H

U

W

V

T

S

R

M

N

O

P

A. Upper Wheel Cover
B. Blade Tension Knob
C. Guide Post
D. Upper Blade Guide Bearings
E. Fence
F. Miter Gauge
G. Fence Rail
H. Fence Lock Handle
I. Lower Wheel Cover
J. ON/OFF Switch w/Key
K. Worklamp Switch
L. Quick-Release Lever

I

Q

M. Storage Hook for Push Stick
N. Tracking Knob
O. Table Tilt Lock Lever
P. Motor
Q. 2" Dust Port
R. Table Tilt Adjustment Knob
S. Trunnion with Table Tilt Scale
T. Table
U. LED Worklamp
V. Guide Post Adjustment Knob
W. Guide Post Lock Knob

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using machine.

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Controls &

To reduce your risk of
serious injury, read this
entire manual BEFORE

Guide Post

Components

using machine.

Refer to Figures 1–4 and the following descrip­tions to become familiar with the basic controls
and components of this machine. Understanding
these items and how they work will help you
understand the rest of the manual and stay safe
when operating this machine.

Fence and Miter Gauge

B

A

C

E

F

Figure 2. Guide post controls.

E. Guide Post Adjustment Knob: Rotate

to adjust height of blade guides above
workpiece.

F. Guide Post Lock Knob: Secures height of

blade guides.

Figure 1. Fence and miter gauge controls.

A. Fence: Used for ripping, resawing, or cutting

tenons. distance from blade determines width
of cut.

B. Miter Gauge: Used for cross cuts. Can be

adjusted 60° left or right.

C. Miter Gauge Lock Knob: Secures angle

position of miter gauge.

D. Fence Lock Handle: Secures fence position.

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D

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Blade Tension & Tracking

G

H

Table Tilt

K

J

I

Figure 3. Blade tension and tracking controls.

G. Blade Tension Adjustment Knob: Rotate

to adjust blade tension (refer to Page 20 for
more information).

H. Blade Tension Quick-Release Lever: Move

counterclockwise (as viewed from rear of
machine) to quickly release blade tension.
Move clockwise to re-tension blade.

I. Tracking Knob: Rotate to adjust blade track-

ing (refer to Page 17 for more information).

L

M

Figure 4. Table tilt controls.

J. Trunnion w/Table Tilt Scale: Functions as

a tilting base for table. Graduated in degrees
from 0°–45° for setting bevel angle.

K. Table Tilt Lock Lever: Secures table tilt

angle setting.

L. Table Tilt Indicator: Shows angle of table

tilt.

M. Table Tilt Adjustment Knob: Rotate to

adjust angle of table tilt.

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MACHINE DATA

SHEET

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

MODEL G0803 9" BENCHTOP BANDSAW

Product Dimensions:

Weight................................................................................................................................................................ 42 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height............................................................... 20-3/4 x 17 x 29-1/2 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)................................................................................................................. 15-1/4 x 8-3/8 in.

Shipping Dimensions:

Type..................................................................................................................................................... Cardboard Box

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

Weight................................................................................................................................................................ 49 lbs.

Length x Width x Height....................................................................................................................... 35 x 18 x 13 in.

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

Electrical:

Power Requirement........................................................................................................... 120V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz

Full-Load Current Rating....................................................................................................................................... 2.8A

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

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

Power Cord Length.............................................................................................................................................. 72 in.

Power Cord Gauge......................................................................................................................................... 18 AWG

Plug Included.......................................................................................................................................................... Yes

Included Plug Type................................................................................................................................................ 5-15

Switch Type.................................................................................................. Paddle Safety Switch w/Removable Key

Motors:

Main

Type............................................................................................................................................ ODP Induction

Horsepower................................................................................................................................ 1/3 HP (320W)

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

Amps........................................................................................................................................................... 2.8A

Speed................................................................................................................................................ 1720 RPM

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

Main Specifications:

Main Specifications

Bandsaw Size.............................................................................................................................................. 9 in.

Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade).......................................................................................................... 8-7/8 in.

Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade) w/Fence................................................................................................. 5 in.

Max Cutting Height (Resaw Height)...................................................................................................... 3-5/8 in.

Blade Speeds..................................................................................................................................... 2460 FPM

Blade Information

Standard Blade Length.............................................................................................................................. 62 in.

Blade Length Range........................................................................................................ 61-13/16 – 62-3/16 in.

Blade Width Range.......................................................................................................................... 1/8 – 3/8 in.

Type of Blade Guides...................................................................................................................... Ball Bearing

Guide Post Adjustment Type....................................................................................................... Rack & Pinion

Has Quick-Release...................................................................................................................................... Yes

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Table Information

Table Length..............................................................................................................................................

Table Width................................................................................................................................................

Table Thickness........................................................................................................................................ 5/8 in.

Table Tilt............................................................................................................................ Left 0, Right 45 deg.

Table Tilt Adjustment Type.......................................................................................................... Rack & Pinion

Floor-to-Table Height................................................................................................................................. 13 in.

Fence Locking Position.............................................................................................................................. Front

Miter Gauge Included................................................................................................................................... Yes

Construction Materials

Table.......................................................................................................................................... Cast Aluminum

Trunnion..................................................................................................................................... Cast Aluminum

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

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

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

Wheels................................................................................................................................ Balanced Aluminum

Tire.......................................................................................................................................................... Rubber

Wheel Cover .............................................................................................................................................. Steel

Paint Type/Finish................................................................................................................................. Urethane

Other Related Information

Wheel Diameter................................................................................................................................... 9-5/16 in.

Wheel Width............................................................................................................................................. 3/4 in.

Number of Dust Ports....................................................................................................................................... 1

Dust Port Size.............................................................................................................................................. 2 in.

12 in.
12 in.

Other Specifications:

Country of Origin ................................................................................................................................................ China

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

Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ........................................................................................................ 30 Minutes

Serial Number Location .................................................................................................................................. ID Label

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

Features:

Wheels Adjustable for Alignment/Coplanarity
Rack & Pinion Table Tilt
Ball-Bearing Blade Guides
Quick-Release Blade Tension Lever
Extruded Aluminum Rip Fence with Camlock Handle
2" Dust Port
Lower Wheel Brush to Prevent Build-Up of Dust/Pitch on Wheel
Work Light
Made in an ISO 9001 Factory

Accessories Included:

Push Stick
Miter Gauge

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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 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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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].

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Additional Safety for Bandsaws

Serious cuts, amputation, or death can occur from contact with the moving saw blade during
operation or if blade breakage occurs. 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. Do not position fingers or hands in
line with blade, and never reach under table while
blade is moving. During operation use brush or
push stick, not hands, to clean chips/cutoff scraps
from table.

SMALL/NARROW WORKPIECES. Cutting small/
narrow workpieces increases the risk of acciden­tal blade contact. Always support/feed small or
narrow workpieces with push sticks, push blocks,
jig, vise, or some type of clamping fixture.

BLADE SPEED. Cutting workpiece before blade
is at full speed could cause blade to grab work­piece and pull operator’s hands into blade. Allow
blade to reach full speed before starting cut. DO
NOT start machine with workpiece contacting
blade.

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

FEED RATE. To avoid risk of workpiece slipping
and causing operator injury, always feed stock
evenly and smoothly. DO NOT force or twist
blade while cutting, especially when sawing small
curves. This could result in blade damage or
breakage.

CLEARING JAMS. Always stop bandsaw and
disconnect power before clearing scrap pieces
that get stuck between blade and table insert.

BLADE CONTROL. To avoid risk of injury due to
blade contact, always allow blade to stop on its
own. DO NOT try to stop or slow blade with your
hand or the workpiece.

GUARDS /COVERS. The blade guard protects
operator from moving bandsaw blade. The wheel
covers protect operator from getting entangled
with rotating wheels. ONLY operate this bandsaw
with blade guard in proper position and wheel
covers completely closed.

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.

UPPER BLADE GUIDE SUPPORT. To reduce
exposure of operator to blade and provide maxi­mum blade support while cutting, keep upper
blade guides adjusted to not more than 1" above
workpiece.

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.

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

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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.

Electrocution, fire, or
equipment damage may
occur if machine is not
correctly grounded and

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

Serious injury could occur if you connect
machine to power before completing setup
process. DO NOT connect to power until
instructed later in this manual.

120V Circuit Requirements

Nominal Voltage .................... 110V, 115 V, 12 0V

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

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

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

connected to the power
supply.

Full-Load Current Rating

Full-Load Current Rating at 120V .... 2.8 Amps

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

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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 & Plug Requirements

it will not fit the outlet, have a qualified
electrician install the proper outlet with a

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!

GROUNDED

5-15 RECEPTACLE

Grounding Prong

5-15 PLUG

Extension Cords

If you must use an extension

Neutral Hot

Figure 5. Typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.

SHOCK HAZARD!
Two-prong outlets do not meet the grounding
requirements for this machine. Do not modify
or use an adapter on the plug provided—if

verified ground.

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Minimum Gauge Size ...........................16 AWG

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

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SECTION 3: SETUP

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 [phone]

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 condi­tion of your shipment, inventory the contents.

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

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.

Unpacking

for advice.

SUFFOCATION HAZARD!

machine. Discard immediately.

Inventory

Inventory (Figure 6) Qty

A. Table/Trunnion Assembly ........................... 1

B. Push Stick .................................................. 1

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

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

E. Fence Rail Knobs M6-1 x 16 ...................... 2

F. Fence Rail Knob M6-1 x 24 ........................ 1

G. "D" Nut M6-1 .............................................. 1

H. Fence Rail .................................................. 1

I. Bandsaw Body (not shown) ........................ 1

J. Rubber Feet (not shown) ............................ 4

Needed for Setup

Tools Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 3mm .............................................. 1

Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1

Machinist's Square ............................................ 1

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A

B

D

H

Figure 6. Loose item inventory.

G

C

E

F

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.

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Site Considerations

Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight
and footprint specifications of your machine.
Some workbenches may require additional rein­forcement to support the weight of the machine
and workpiece materials.

or disable start switch or

Consider anticipated workpiece sizes and addi­tional space needed for auxiliary stands, work
tables, or other machinery when establishing a
location for this machine in the shop. Below is
the minimum amount of space needed for the
machine.

Another option is a "Direct Mount" (see example
below) where the machine is secured directly to
the workbench with lag screws and washers.

The base of this machine has mounting holes
that allow it to be fastened to a workbench or
other mounting surface to prevent it from moving
during operation and causing accidental injury or
damage.

The strongest mounting option is a "Through
Mount" (see example below) where holes are
drilled all the way through the workbench—and
hex bolts, washers, and hex nuts are used to
secure the machine in place.

Bench Mounting

Workbench Load

Placement Location

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

Diameter of Mounting Hardware Needed ..

Hex
Bolt

Flat Washer

Machine Base

3

⁄8"

Figure 7. Minimum working clearances.

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19¾"

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

power connection to prevent
unsupervised use.

20½"

Workbench

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

Hex Nut

Figure 8. "Through Mount" setup.

Lag Screw

Flat Washer

Machine Base

Workbench

Figure 9. "Direct Mount" setup.

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Assembly

LACERATION HAZARD!
Bandsaw blades and some
sheet metal parts are
sharp. Wear heavy leather
gloves while handling to
reduce risk of being cut.

To assemble bandsaw:

1. Remove table tilt lock lever and adjustment

knob, then loosen indicator and position it
down, out of the way (see Figure 10).

Adjustment

Knob

Lock

Lever

3. Re-install adjustment knob and lock lever. Do

not fully tighten yet.

4. Completely raise upper blade guide assem-

bly, then place a 90° square flat on table,
against side of blade.

5. Use adjustment knob to tilt table until square

is flat against side of blade, as illustrated in
Figure 12.

Square

Table

Indicator

Positioned

Down

Figure 10. Location of table controls that must

be removed or adjusted.

2. Slide gap in table around blade, and mount

table/trunnion assembly to main saw body as
shown in Figure 11.

Table/Trunnion

Assembly

Gap

Figure 12. Using a square to adjust table

perpendicular to the side of blade.

6. Use lock lever to secure table perpendicular

to blade, then aim indicator to "0" on table tilt
scale and tighten screw (see Figure 13).

Lock

Lever

Indicator

Aimed At "0"

Table Tilt

Scale

Figure 13. Table tilt controls re-installed.

When Table

Perpendicular

to Blade

Figure 11. Table/trunnion positioned on saw.

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7. Thread (2) M6-1 x 16 fence rail knobs into

table just enough so they will not fall out. Do
not tighten yet (see Figure 14).

Figure 14. M6-1 x 16 fence rail knobs installed.

9. Insert "D" nut into slot shown in Figure 16.

10. Thread M6-1 x 24 fence rail knob up through

middle notch of fence rail, into "D" nut, and
tighten.

11. Pull fence lock lever up and place fence

assembly onto fence rail, making sure it
snaps into place, then push lock lever down
to secure fence (see Figure 16).

"D" Nut

Slot

8. Slide fence rail notches over knob threads
(see Figure 15), then tighten knobs to secure
fence rail snug against edge of table.

Notch Shaft

Knob

Threads

Fence Rail

Figure 15. Installing fence rail.

Notch

Fence Base

on Fence

Fence

Lock Lever

Figure 16. Fence installed on fence rail.

Rail

Adjustment

Overview

The bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood­working machines. However, it has multiple com­ponents that must be properly adjusted for the
best cutting results.

For practical and safety reasons, some adjust­ments and test operations must be performed
before performing other necessary adjustments.
Below is an overview of all the adjustments and
the order in which they should be performed:

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1. Blade Tracking

2. Dust Collection

3. Test Run

4. Tension Blade

5. Adjusting Blade Support Bearings

6. Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings

7. Table Tilt Calibration

8. Aligning Table

9. Aligning Fence

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Blade Tracking

"Tracking" refers to how the blade rides on the
bandsaw wheels. Proper tracking is important
for maintaining bandsaw adjustments, achiev­ing correct blade tension, and cutting accurate­ly. Improper tracking reduces cutting accuracy,
causes excess vibrations, and places stress on
the blade and other bandsaw components. The
shape of the wheels and the orientation of the
wheels in relation to each other determine how
the blade tracks.

Bandsaw wheels are either flat or crowned and
both shapes track differently. The G0803 has
crowned wheels. As the wheels spin, a properly
tracking blade naturally tracks at the center of the
wheel (see Figure 17).

PROPER TRACKING

Parallel And
Coplanar

or

Parallel But Not
Coplanar

Blade Centered

on Wheel

Blade
Centered
on Wheel

Figure 17. Blade centered on crown of wheel.

The bandsaw wheels must be aligned for optimal
machine performance. Properly aligned wheels
are parallel and coplanar (see Figure 18).

Improper blade tension and cutting practices can
negatively affect blade tracking. Familiarizing
yourself with the ideas and conditions described
in Figure 18 will help you recognize when your
wheel alignment may need to be adjusted (refer
to Wheel Alignment on Page 44 for detailed
instructions on adjusting the tracking).

Wheel

Coplanar But
Not Parallel

Figure 18. Wheel alignment and misalignment

examples.

The wheels on the G0803 were aligned at the fac­tory, so center tracking is the only adjustment that
needs to be performed when the saw is new. This
adjustment is necessary before turning the saw
on or performing other adjustments.

Not Coplanar or
Parallel

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To adjust blade tracking:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Adjust upper and lower blade guides away

from blade and raise upper guides all the
way up (refer to Adjusting Blade Guide
Bearings on Page 23 for detailed instruc­tions).

6. Rotate upper wheel by hand several times

and watch how blade rides on wheel (see
Figure 17 on Page 17 for an illustration of
this concept).

— If the blade rides in the center of the upper

wheel, it is properly tracking and you are
done with this procedure—proceed to Dust
Collection on Page 19.

Note: When adjusting the blade tracking for

the test run in this procedure, the blade must
have approximately the same amount of ten­sion as when under operating conditions.
After the test run is successfully completed,
you will be instructed on how to more accu­rately tension the blade for optimum results.

3. Move quick-release lever all the way clock-

wise (as viewed from the rear of the machine)
to apply tension to blade (see Figure 19).

Tension

Adjustment

Knob

Tracking

Knob

Quick-Release

Lever

— If the blade does not ride in the center of

the upper wheel, it is not properly tracking;
continue with the next step to adjust it.

7. Spin upper wheel with one hand and slowly
adjust tracking knob (see Figure 19) with
other hand until blade consistently tracks in
center of wheel.

8. Close and secure upper wheel cover before
operating bandsaw.

Figure 19. Blade tension and tracking controls.

4. Open upper wheel cover.

5. Rotate tension adjustment knob clockwise

until there is approximately
blade when pushed with moderate pressure.

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1

⁄4" deflection in

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Dust Collection

Once assembly is complete, test run the machine
to ensure it is properly connected to power and
safety components are functioning correctly.

If you find an unusual problem during the test run,
immediately stop the machine, disconnect it from
power, and fix the problem BEFORE operating the
machine again. The

table in the

SERVICE section of this manual can help.

DO NOT start machine until all preceding
setup instructions have been performed.
Operating an improperly set up machine

Serious injury or death can result from

This machine creates substantial amounts
of dust during operation. Breathing air­borne dust on a regular basis can result in
permanent respiratory illness. Reduce your
risk by wearing a respirator and capturing
the dust with a dust collection system.

Test Run

Troubleshooting

Recommended CFM at Dust Port: 100 CFM

Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with
the rating of the dust collector. To determine the
CFM at the dust port, you must consider these
variables: (1) CFM rating of the dust collector,
(2) hose type and length between the dust col­lector and the machine, (3) number of branches
or wyes, and (4) amount of other open lines
throughout the system. Explaining how to cal­culate 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 dust hose over 2" dust port, as shown in
Figure 20, and secure it in place with a hose

clamp.

2. Gently pull hose to make sure it does not
come off. A tight fit is necessary for proper
performance.

The test run consists of verifying the following:

1) The motor powers up and runs correctly, and

2) the safety disabling mechanism on the switch
works correctly.

using this machine BEFORE understanding
its controls and related safety information.
DO NOT operate, or allow others to operate,
machine until the information is understood.

may result in malfunction or unexpect­ed results that can lead to serious injury,
death, or machine/property damage.

Figure 20. 2" dust hose attached to dust port.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

To test run machine:

1. Clear all setup tools away from machine.

2. Connect machine to power supply.

3. Turn machine ON, verify motor operation,

then turn machine OFF.

The motor should run smoothly and without

unusual problems or noises.

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4. Remove switch disabling key, as shown in
Figure 21.

Figure 21. Removing switch key from paddle

switch.

Tensioning Blade

A properly tensioned blade is essential for mak­ing accurate cuts, maximizing the blade life, and
making other bandsaw adjustments. However, a
properly tensioned blade will not compensate for
cutting problems caused by excessive feed rate,
hardness variations between workpieces, and
improper blade selection.

Optimal cutting results for any type of workpiece
are achieved through a combination of correct
blade selection, proper blade tension, properly
adjusted blade guides and other bandsaw compo­nents, and using an appropriate feed rate.

5. Try to start machine with paddle switch. The
machine should not start.

— If the machine does not start, the switch

disabling feature is working as designed.

— If the machine does start, immediately stop

the machine. The switch disabling feature
is not working correctly. This safety feature
must work properly before proceeding with
regular operations. Call Tech Support for
help.

Improper blade tension is unsafe, produces inac­curate and inconsistent results, and introduces
unnecessary wear on bandsaw components.
Over-tensioning the blade increases the chance
of the blade breaking or wheel misalignment.
Under-tensioned blades wander excessively while
cutting and will not track properly during opera­tion.

The method used to tension the blade is often
a matter of preference. This manual describes
two methods: the flutter method and the deflec­tion method. Either method will help you properly
tension the blade. Experience and personal pref­erence will help you decide which method your
prefer.

Note: Tensioning the blade before the Test Run
was an approximate tension. The following proce­dures fine-tune the blade tension.

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G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

The Flutter Method The Deflection Method

Using the flutter method, you intentionally loosen
the blade until it just passes the point of being
too loose (when it begins to flutter). Then you
gradually tighten the blade until proper tension is
reached.

To tension bandsaw blade using flutter
method.

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Make sure blade is properly tracking as
instructed in Blade Tracking subsection on
Page 17.

3. Raise guide post all the way, and move upper

and lower guide bearings away from blade.

4. Engage blade tension quick-release lever to
apply tension to blade.

5. Connect bandsaw to power, then turn it ON.

6. Using blade tension adjustment knob, slowly

decrease blade tension until you see the
blade start to flutter.

7. Slowly increase tension until blade stops flut­tering, then tighten blade tension adjustment

1

knob an additional

⁄8 to 1⁄4 of a turn.

8. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

The deflection method is much more subjective
than the flutter method. Each blade will deflect
differently and every user will determine what
"moderate pressure" means. The following are
general guidelines for tensioning the blade with
this method.

To tension bandsaw blade using deflection
method:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Make sure blade is properly tracking as
instructed in Blade Tracking subsection on
Page 17.

3. Raise guide post all the way and move upper

and lower guide bearings away from blade.

4. Engage blade tension quick-release lever to
apply tension to blade.

5. Using moderate pressure, push center of the
blade sideways.

—If the blade deflects approximately

properly tensioned. Proceed to Step 7.

—If the blade deflects less than

tensioned. Turn the blade tensioning knob
counter clockwise two full turns and repeat
Step 6.

1

⁄4", it is

1

⁄4", it is over-

9. Adjust blade guides as described in Adjusting
Blade Support Bearings and Adjusting
Blade Guide Bearings on Pages 22–23.

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1

—If the blade deflects

⁄4" or more, the blade

is not properly tensioned. Apply tension to
the blade incrementally and repeat Step 6
until properly tensioned.

6. Adjust blade guides as described in Adjusting
Blade Support Bearings and Adjusting
Blade Guide Bearings on Pages 22–23.

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Adjusting Blade

Support Bearings

3. P o s i t i o n s u p p o r t b e a r i n g a p p r o x i m a t e l y 0 . 0 1 6 "

away from the back of the blade, as illustrated
in Figure 23. This can be measured with a
feeler gauge or a dollar bill.

The support bearings are positioned behind the
blade near the blade guides and prevent the blade
from pushing backward during cutting operations.
Proper adjustment of the support bearings helps
you make accurate cuts and prevents the blade
teeth from coming in contact with the blade guides
while cutting. If this happens the blade "tooth
set" can be ruined, which will greatly reduce the
blade's ability to make good cuts.

There are support bearings on the upper and
lower blade guide assemblies. Both adjust in the
same manner. The following instructions refer to
the upper support bearings. To access the lower
support bearing, you must open the lower wheel
cover (see Page 3 for reference).

Important: To ensure best results while cutting,
make sure the blade is tracking and tensioned
correctly before performing this procedure.

Tool Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1

Feeler Gauge 0.016" (or Dollar Bill) ................... 1

0.016''

Figure 23. Bearing positioned 0.016" away from

back of blade.

Tip: To quickly measure this setting, fold

a crisp dollar bill in half twice (when folded
tightly, four thicknesses of a dollar bill is
approximately 0.016"). Place the folded dol­lar bill between the support bearing and the
blade, as shown in Figure 24.

To adjust support bearings:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Open blade cover and loosen support bear-

ing adjustment screw (see Figure 22).

Support Bearing

Blade
Cover

Figure 22. Upper support bearing assembly and

Support Bearing

Adjustment Screw

controls.

Figure 24. Dollar bill folded twice to make a

quick 0.016" gauge.

4. Tighten adjustment cap screw to lock support
bearing in place.

Note: When securing adjustment of lower

support bearing, make sure it is parallel to
blade.

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G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Adjusting Blade

Guide Bearings

Properly adjusting the blade guides provides side­to-side support to help keep the blade straight
while cutting.

There are blade guide bearings on the upper and
lower blade guide assemblies. Both adjust in the
same manner. The following instructions refer to
the upper guide bearings. To access the lower
guide bearings, you must open the lower wheel
guard (see Page 3 for reference).

Approximately

0.016"
Blade

Guide

Bearing

Blade

Gullets

Figure 26. Blade guide bearing positioned just

behind blade gullets.

Important: Make sure the blade is tracking and
tensioned correctly before performing this proce­dure (see Tensioning Blade on Page 20).

Tool Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1

To adjust blade guides:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Loosen guide block cap screw shown in
Figure 25, then laterally position guide bear-

ings just behind blade gullets, as illustrated
in Figure 26, then re-tighten cap screw to
secure setting.

Guide Bearing

Adjustment

Cap Screws

Guide Block

Cap Screw

Note: With wider blades, it may not be possi-

ble to bring the guide bearings just behind the
blade gullets. Position them as far forward as
possible without allowing the guide bearing
housing to touch the back of the blade.

Blade teeth are angled out slightly, protrud­ing wider than the blade thickness; this
is known as blade "tooth set" (see Figure

27). If teeth contact guide bearings during
operation, damage may occur. Therefore,
the support bearing must be set to prevent
teeth from contacting guide bearings during
operation (refer to Page 22 for details).

BladeThickness

Guide Bearing

Figure 25. Upper guide bearing components.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

“Tooth Set”

Wider Than

Blade Thickness

(1 of 2)

Figure 27. Illustration of blade "tooth set".

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3. Loosen both guide bearing adjustment cap
screws (see Figure 25), then position guide
bearings so they evenly and lightly touch
sides of blade (see illustration in Figure 28)
without deflecting it one way or the other.

Calibrating Miter Slot

with Blade

Note: When the blade guide bearings are

properly adjusted against the blade, they
should lightly rotate as the blade moves.

Figure 28. Blade guide bearings evenly and

lightly touching the sides of the blade.

4. Re-tighten cap screws to secure settings.
Re-check the setting after tightening.

To ensure cutting accuracy, the table must be
carefully positioned so the miter slot is parallel
with the bandsaw blade.

Before beginning this procedure, make sure
blade is correctly tensioned as described in
the Tensioning Blade subsection earlier in this
manual.

Tip: This procedure is easier if done with the wid-
est possible blade installed.

Tools Needed Qty

Straightedge or Carpenter's Square .................. 1

Fine Ruler .......................................................... 1

Hex Wrench 6mm .............................................. 1

To align table miter slot parallel to blade:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Make sure table is perpendicular to side of

blade and is locked in place.

Whenever changing blade or adjusting
blade tension or tracking, the support and
guide bearings must be re-adjusted before
resuming operation to ensure proper blade
support.

3. Place an accurate straightedge along blade.

The straightedge should lightly touch both
front and back of blade (see Figure 29).

Note: Make sure straightedge does not go

across a tooth while performing this step.

Figure 29. Placing a straightedge along the

blade and measuring to the miter slot.

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G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

4. Use fine ruler to measure distance between
straightedge and miter slot at front and back
of table (see Figure 29 on Page 24).

— If the distances are the same, no further

adjustments are required.

— If the distances are different, continue with

Step 6.

Calibrating Fence

with Miter Slot

To ensure accurate cutting when using the fence,
the face of the fence must be parallel to the table
miter slot and, thus, to the side of the blade.

5. Loosen the four cap screws securing table to
trunnion brackets (see Figure 30).

Cap Screws

(3 of 4)

Figure 30. Location of trunnion bracket flange

bolts.

6. Position table so distances are equal between
straightedge and miter slot at front and back
of table.

Before beginning this procedure, make sure miter
slot is parallel with blade, as instructed in previous

Aligning Table procedure.

Tools Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1

To align fence parallel with miter slot:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Install fence on right side of blade, even with

edge of miter slot, then lock it in place.

— If the fence is parallel with the miter slot, no

additional adjustment is necessary.

— If the fence is not parallel with the miter

slot, proceed to Step 4.

3. Loosen two fence adjustment cap screws
shown in Figure 31, adjust fence parallel
with miter slot, then re-tighten cap screws to
secure setting.

7. Taking care not to move table, re-tighten cap

screws.

8. Verify setting and, if necessary, repeat this

procedure until you are satisfied with adjust­ment.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Cap Screws

(Located Inside

Holes)

Figure 31. Location of the fence adjustment cap

screws.

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SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

The purpose of this overview is to provide the nov­ice machine operator with a basic understanding
of how the machine is used during operation, so
the

discussed later

in this manual

Due to the generic nature of this overview, it is
not intended to be an instructional guide. To learn
more about specific operations, read this entire
manual and
rienced
research outside of this manual by reading "how­to" books, trade magazines, or websites.

To reduce your risk of
serious injury, read this
entire manual BEFORE

To reduce risk of eye injury from flying

Operation Overview

machine controls/components

are easier to understand.

seek additional training from expe-

machine operators, and do additional

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 table tilt, if necessary, to the cor­rect angle of the desired cut.

3. If using the fence, adjusts it for the width of
the cut and then locks it in place. If using the
miter gauge, adjusts the angle and locks it in
place.

4. Loosens the guide post lock knob, adjusts
the upper blade guide height to just clear
the workpiece (no more than
tightens the guide post lock knob.

5. Checks to make sure the workpiece can safe­ly pass all the way through the blade without
interference from other objects.

1

⁄4"), then re-

using machine.

chips or lung damage from breathing dust,
always wear safety glasses and a respirator
when operating this machine.

If you are not experienced with this type
of machine, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND
that you seek additional training outside of
this manual. Read books/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.

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6. Puts on safety glasses and a respirator.

7. Starts the dust collector and bandsaw.

8. Holds the workpiece firmly and flatly against

both the table and fence (or miter gauge),
and then pushes the workpiece into the blade
at a steady and controlled rate until the cut is
complete.

The operator is very careful to keep fingers

away from the blade and uses a push stick to
feed narrow workpieces.

9. Stops the bandsaw.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

A properly adjusted bandsaw can be safer to

The switch can be disabled by removing the key,
as shown below. Disabling the switch in this man­ner can prevent unauthorized operation of the
machine, which is important if it is not kept inside
an access-restricted building or in a location
where children may be present.

IMPORTANT:

its function. It is not a substitute for disconnecting
machine from power when adjusting or servicing.

Children or untrained people can be

. This

To help prevent unsupervised operation,

switch before leaving

operate than most other saws and performs many
types of cuts with ease and accuracy. It is capable

of performing the following types of cuts:

Straight Cuts

• Miters

• Angles

• Compound Angles

• Resawing

• Ripping

• Crosscutting

Irregular Cuts

• Simple and Complex Curves

• Duplicate Parts

• Circles

• Beveled Curves

Basic Cutting Tips

Here are some basic tips to follow when oper­ating the bandsaw:

Disabling Switch

Disabling the switch only restricts

Figure 32. Disabling switch by removing key.

• Replace, sharpen, and clean blades often
for best performance. Check guides, ten­sion, and alignment settings periodically and
adjust when necessary to keep the saw run­ning in top condition.

• Use light and even pressure while cutting.
Light feeding pressure makes it easier to cut
straight and prevents undue friction or strain
on the bandsaw components and the blade.

• Avoid twisting the blade when cutting around
tight corners. Allow the blade to saw its way
around the corners. Always use relief cuts
when possible.

• Misusing the saw or using incorrect tech­niques (e.g. twisting the blade with the
workpiece, incorrect feed rate, etc.) is unsafe
and results in poor cuts.

seriously injured by this machine
risk increases with unsupervised operation.

always disable
machine unattended. Make sure to place
key in a well-hidden or secure location!

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Workpiece

Setting Upper Blade

Inspection

Some workpieces are not safe to cut or may
require modification before they are safe to cut.

Before cutting, inspect all workpieces for the
following:

• Material Type: This machine is intended for
cutting natural and man-made wood prod­ucts, laminate covered wood products, and
some plastics. Cutting drywall or cementious
backer board creates extremely fine dust
and may reduce the life of the bearings. This
machine is NOT designed to cut metal, glass,
stone, tile, etc.; cutting these materials with a
table saw may lead to injury.

• Foreign Objects: Nails, staples, dirt, rocks
and other foreign objects are often embed­ded in wood. While cutting, these objects
can become dislodged and hit the operator,
cause kickback, or break the blade, which
might then fly apart. Always visually inspect
your workpiece for these items. If they can't
be removed, DO NOT cut the workpiece.

• Large/Loose Knots: Loose knots can
become dislodged during the cutting opera­tion. Large knots can cause kickback and
machine damage. Choose workpieces that
do not have large/loose knots or plan ahead
to avoid cutting through them.

Guide Height

When cutting, the blade guides must always be
positioned so they just clear (no more than
the workpiece. The guide post, shown in Figure
33, allows the upper blade guide assembly to be
quickly adjusted for height.

Guide Post

Lock Knob

Guide Post

Control

Knob

Figure 33. Guide post, lock, and control knobs.

To adjust height of upper blade guides:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Loosen guide post lock knob.

3. Using guide post control knob, adjust height

of the guide post so that blade guide assem­bly just clears (no more than

Guide

Post

1

⁄4") workpiece.

1

⁄4")

• Wet or "Green" Stock: Cutting wood with a
moisture content over 20% causes unneces­sary wear on the blades, increases the risk of
kickback, and yields poor results.

• Excessive Warping: Workpieces with exces­sive cupping, bowing, or twisting are danger­ous to cut because they are unstable and
often unpredictable when being cut. DO NOT
use workpieces with these characteristics!

• Minor Warping: Workpieces with slight cup­ping can be safely supported if the cupped
side is facing the table or the fence. On
the contrary, a workpiece supported on the
bowed side will rock during a cut and could
cause kickback or severe injury.

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4. Re-tighten lock knob to secure setting.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Tilting Table

Choosing Blades

The table can be tilted to make angled or beveled
cuts. A simple tilt scale is provided on the trun­nion for a quick gauge (see Figure 34). For more
accurate results use a protractor.

Lock

Lever

Tilt

Adjustment

Knob

Tilt Scale

Figure 34. Table tilt controls.

To tilt the table:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Loosen table lock lever shown in Figure 34.

3. Rotate tilt adjustment knob until table reach-

es desired angle, then re-tighten lock lever.

Pointer

Blade Dimensions

Length Range ................................. 6113⁄16 –623⁄16"

Width Range .............................................

Selecting the right blade requires a knowledge
of the various blade characteristics to match the
blade with the particular cutting operation.

1

⁄8"– 3⁄8"

Blade Length

Measured by the circumference, blade lengths
are usually unique to the brand of your bandsaw
and the distance between wheels. Blades will
vary slightly even in the same length because of
how they are welded. Refer to the Accessories
section later in this manual for blade replace­ments from Grizzly.

Blade Width

Measured from the back of the blade to the tip of
the blade tooth (the widest point), blade width is
often the first consideration given to blade selec­tion. Blade width dictates the largest and smallest
curve that can be cut, as well as how accurately it
can cut a straight line.

Always pick the size of blade that best suits your
application.

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• Curve Cutting: Use the chart in Figure 35 to

determine the correct blade for curve cutting.
Determine the smallest radius curve that will
be cut on your workpiece and use the corre­sponding blade width.

Blade Width

Cutting Radius

Figure 35. Recommended cutting radius per

blade width.

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• Straight Cutting: Use the largest width
blade that you own. Large blades excel at
cutting straight lines and are less prone to
wander.

Tooth Style

Figure 36 illustrates the three main blade tooth

styles:

Raker Skip Hook

Figure 36. Main blade tooth styles.

• Raker: Considered to be the standard
because the tooth size and shape are the
same as the tooth gullet. The teeth on raker
blades usually are very numerous, have no
angle, and produce cuts by scraping the
material. As a result, smooth cuts can be
achieved without cutting fast or generating
more heat than other tooth types.

• Skip: Similar to a raker blade that is missing
every other tooth. Because of the design,
skip toothed blades have a much larger gullet
than raker blades, and therefore, cut faster
and generate less heat. However, these
blades also leave a rougher cut than raker
blades.

Tooth Pitch

Measured as TPI (teeth per inch), tooth pitch
determines the number of teeth. More teeth per
inch (fine pitch) will cut slower, but smoother; while
fewer teeth per inch (coarse pitch) will cut rougher,
but faster. As a 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 thin piece of steel that is
subjected to tremendous stresses when cutting.
You can obtain longer use from a bandsaw blade
if you give it fair treatment and always use the
appropriate feed rate for your operation. Be sure
to select blades with the proper width, style, and
pitch for each application. The wrong choice of
blades will often produce unnecessary heat which
will shorten the life of your blade.

A clean blade will perform much better than a dirty
blade. Dirty or gummed up blades pass through
the cutting material with much more resistance
than clean blades. This extra resistance also
causes unnecessary heat. Resin/pitch cleaners
are excellent for cleaning dirty blades.

Blade Breakage

Many conditions may cause a bandsaw blade to
break. Blade breakage is unavoidable, in some
cases, since it is the natural result of the peculiar
stresses that bandsaw blades are subjected to.
Blade breakage is also due to avoidable circum­stances. Avoidable breakage is most often the
result of poor care or judgement on the part of the
operator when mounting or adjusting the blade or
blade guides.

• Hook: The teeth have a positive angle (down­ward) which makes them dig into the material,
and the gullets are usually rounded for easier
waste removal. These blades are excellent
for the tough demands of resawing and rip­ping thick material.

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The most common causes of blade breakage

power BEFORE changing
blade. Serious personal
injury could occur if

LACERATION HAZARD!

and difficult to handle.
Wear heavy leather gloves
while handling to reduce

are:

4. Remove miter gauge, fence, and fence rail

from table (see Page 16 for details).

• Faulty alignment/adjustment of the guides.

• Forcing/twisting a wide blade around a short
radius.

• Feeding the workpiece too fast.

• Dull teeth or damaged tooth set.

• Over-tensioned blade.

• Upper blade guide assembly set too high
above the workpiece.

• Using a blade with a lumpy or improperly fin­ished braze or weld.

• Continuously running the bandsaw when not
in use.

• Leaving blade tensioned when not in use.

• Using the wrong TPI for the workpiece thick­ness. (The general rule of thumb is three
teeth in the workpiece at all times.)

Changing Blade

5. Open upper and lower wheel covers.

6. Put on heavy leather gloves.

7. Slip blade off of wheels, slide it through table

slot (see Figure 37), and remove it from
machine.

Figure 37. Removing blade.

Disconnect bandsaw from

machine is started during
this procedure.

Bandsaw blades are sharp

the risk of being cut.

To change the blade:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Move blade tension quick-release lever to left

to release blade tension.

3. Adjust upper blade guide assembly all the

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way up, and move blade guides completely
away from blade.

8. Position new blade so teeth are facing you

and pointing down in your right hand, then
slide it through table slot.

Note: If the teeth will not point downward

in any orientation, the blade is inside out.
Remove the blade and twist it right-side out.

9. Slip blade over wheels while making sure it

is properly positioned between blade guards
and guides.

10. Engage blade tension quick-release lever,
then tension blade (see Tensioning Blade
on Page 20 for details).

11. Adjust blade tracking (see Blade Tracking
on Page 17).

12. Adjust upper/lower support bearings and
blade guides (see Adjusting Blade Support

Bearings on Page 22).

13. Close wheel covers then re-install fence rail
and fence (see Pages 16–16).

14. Make sure fence is parallel to miter slot and,

if necessary, adjust alignment (see Page 25).

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Ripping

Crosscutting

"Ripping" means cutting with the grain of the
wood stock. For plywood and other processed
wood, ripping simply means cutting down the
length of the workpiece. Beveled rip cuts may be
performed by tilting the table.

To make a rip cut:

1. Adjust fence to match width of cut on your

workpiece, then lock fence in place.

2. Adjust blade guide assembly to proper height

above workpiece.

3. After all safety precautions have been met,

turn bandsaw ON and wait for it to come to
full speed. Slowly feed workpiece into blade
until blade is completely through workpiece.
Figure 38 shows an example of a ripping
operation.

Crosscutting is the process of cutting across the
grain of wood. For plywood and other processed
wood, crosscutting simply means cutting across
the width of the material. Crosscuts can be 90° or
angled using the miter gauge. Compound cross­cuts are those where the miter is angled and the
table tilted.

To make a crosscut:

1. Mark workpiece on edge where you want to

begin cut.

2. Adjust the blade guide assembly to the cor­rect height.

3. Adjust the miter gauge to the correct angle
needed for cut.

4. Move fence out of the way. Place workpiece
evenly against miter gauge, then line up mark
with blade.

Figure 38. Example of a ripping operation.

ALWAYS use a push stick when ripping
narrow pieces. Failure to follow these
warnings may result in amputation or
laceration injuries!

NEVER place fingers or hands in the line of
cut. If you slip, your hands or fingers may
go into the blade and may be cut.

5. After all safety precautions have been met,

turn bandsaw ON and wait for it to come
to full speed. Slowly feed workpiece into
the blade until blade is all the way through
workpiece. Figure 39 shows an example of a
crosscutting operation.

Figure 39. Example of a crosscutting operation

with the miter gauge.

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Resawing

Cutting Curves

"Resawing" means cutting the thickness of a
board into two or more thinner boards (see
Figure 40 for an example). The maximum height
of a board that can be resawn is limited by the
maximum cutting height of the bandsaw.

One of the most important considerations for
resawing is blade selection—a wide blade cuts
straighter and is less prone to blade lead (see the
Blade Lead subsection later in this manual for
more information).

For most applications, use a blade with a hook or
a skip tooth style. Choose blades with fewer teeth­per-inch (from 3 to 6 TPI), because they offer larg­er gullet capacities for clearing sawdust, which
reduces heat buildup and strain on the motor.

When cutting curves, simultaneously feed and
turn the stock carefully so the blade follows the
layout line without twisting. If curves are sharp or
tight, use a narrower blade with more TPI (teeth
per inch) and make relief cuts to avoid having to
back the workpiece away from the blade.

Always make short cuts first, then proceed to
the longer cuts. Relief cuts reduce the chance of
the blade being pinched or twisted. Relief cuts
are cuts made through the waste portion of the
workpiece and are stopped at the layout line, so
when you're cutting along the layout line, waste
wood is released from the workpiece, alleviating
any pressure on the back of the blade. Relief cuts
also make it easier to back the workpiece out once
the saw blade has come to a stop, if needed.

The list below displays blade widths
and the corresponding minimum radii
for those blade widths.

Figure 40. Example of a resawing operation.

When resawing thin pieces, a wandering
blade (blade lead) can tear through the side
of the workpiece, exposing your hands to
the blade teeth. Always use push blocks
when resawing and keep your hands clear
of the blade.

Width Min. Radius

1

⁄8" .........................................1⁄8"

3

⁄16" .........................................3⁄8"

1

⁄4'' .........................................5⁄8''

3

⁄8'' ......................................... 11⁄4''

1

⁄2'' ......................................... 21⁄2''

5

⁄8'' ......................................... 33⁄4''

3

⁄4'' ......................................... 51⁄2''

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Stacked Cuts

One of the benefits of a bandsaw is its ability to
cut multiple copies of a particular shape by stack­ing a number of workpieces together. However,
before making stacked cuts, ensure that the table
is perpendicular (90°) to the blade—otherwise,
any error in this setting will be compounded in the
workpieces.

To complete a stacked cut:

1. Align workpieces from top to bottom.

2. Secure all pieces together in a manner that

will not interfere with 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. Lay out the shape you intend to cut on face of

top piece.

4. Make relief cuts perpendicular to outline of
your intended shape in areas where changes
in blade direction could strain woodgrain or
cause blade to bind.

5. Cut stack of pieces as though you were cut­ting a single piece. Follow your layout line
with blade kerf on the waste side of your line
(see Figure 41 for an example of a stacked
cut setup).

Figure 41. Example of a stacked cut setup.

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SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES

order online at www.grizzly.com or call 1-800-523-4777

Installing unapproved accessories may

cause machine to malfunction, resulting in
serious personal injury or machine damage.
To reduce this risk, only install accessories
recommended for this machine by Grizzly.

NOTICE

Refer to our website or latest catalog for
additional recommended accessories.

Grizzly 62" Bandsaw Blades

MODEL LENGTH WIDTH TPI GAUGE

G9170 62"
G9171 62"
G9172 62"
G9173 62"
G9174 62"

T26403—The Missing Shop Manual: Bandsaw

Dedicated to providing integral information about
woodworking tools and techniques that other
manuals overlook, the books in this series contain
safety facts, explanations about basic project set
up, and tips for maximizing tool performance. In
Bandsaw, you will learn how to best utilize this
essential workshop tool. Filled with clear diagrams
and instructions, this pocket sized durable manual
is ideal for quick reference in the workshop. 112
pages, soft cover.

1

⁄4" 6 Hook 0.014

1

⁄4" 14 Raker 0.014

1

⁄4" 24 Raker 0.014

3

⁄8" 6 Hook 0.014

3

⁄8" 14 Raker 0.014

Timberwolf® 62" Bandsaw Blades

Timber Wolf® Band Mill Blades are high per­formance bands. The exclusive use of low ten­sioned, high ductile Swedish silicon steel, unique
geometric gullet designs and sets, unique manu­facturing processes and quality control has result­ed in the production of the finest bandsaw blades
in the world. High Performance (HP) and Raker
(RK) blades are specifically designed for detail
work in 1" and smaller kiln dried wood when a
very clean finish is required. They are also effec­tive in plywood and other woods where tear-out
is a concern as well as the cutting of soft metals.
Positive Claw (PC) blades are everything a wood
cutting blade was meant to be. They have over
60% of the speed capabilities of a hook style
blade with "hook" style gullet geometry and fast
chip removal, while giving you the great finish of
a skip. Alternate set (AS-S) blades are specifically
designed for straight-line resawing in very expen­sive, thick woods. These blades utilize the thin­nest kerf possible and provide a super finish when
speed is not a concern. You cannot go wrong with
these blades.

MODEL LENGTH WIDTH TPI GAUGE

H8501 62"
H8502 62"
H8503 62"
H8504 62"
H8505 62"
H8506 62"

1

⁄4" 4 Pos Claw 0.025

1

⁄4" 6 Pos Claw 0.025

1

⁄4" 10 Raker 0.025

3

⁄8" 4 Pos Claw 0.025

3

⁄8" 6 Pos Claw 0.025

3

⁄8" 10 Raker 0.025

Figure 42. The Missing Shop Manual: Bandsaw.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

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G0710—1HP Wall-Mount Dust Collector

order online at www.grizzly.com or call 1-800-523-4777

G0710P—1HP Wall-Mount Dust Collector
G1163P—1HP Floor Model Dust Collector
G3591—30 Micron Replacement Bag
H4340—3.0 Micron Upgrade Bag

Excellent point-of-use dust collectors that can
be used next to the machine with only a small
amount of ducting. Specifications: 450 CFM, 7.2"
static pressure, 2 cubic foot bag, and 30 micron
filter. Motor is 1HP, 110V/220V, 14A/7A.

Model G0710

Model G1163P

Basic Eye Protection

T20501—Face Shield Crown Protector 4"
T20502—Face Shield Crown Protector 7"
T20503—Face Shield Window
T20451—“Kirova” Clear Safety Glasses
T20452—“Kirova” Anti-Reflective S. Glasses
H7194—Bifocal Safety Glasses 1.5
H7195—Bifocal Safety Glasses 2.0
H7196—Bifocal Safety Glasses 2.5

T20502

T20452

T20503

Figure 43. Point-of-use dust collectors.

W1315—Wire Hose Clamp 2 "
W1317—Wire Hose Clamp 4"
D4226—Dust Collection Reducer 2 " x 4" OD
D4206—4" x 10' Clear Hose
D4202—2' x 10' Clear Hose
W1007—Plastic Blast Gate 4"
W1053—Anti-Static Grounding Kit

We've hand picked a selection of dust collection
components commonly needed to connect your
new machine to basic dust collection.

W1317

D4206

W1315

D4202

H7194

T20451

Figure 45. Assortment of basic eye protection.

D3197—24" Aluminum Ruler with Handle
D2828—12" Stainless Steel Ruler
T25676—6" Stainless Steel Rule

3

G9639—90° Wide Base Square 2

⁄4" x 4"

These high-quality, precision measuring tools are
perfect for squaring and aligning your bandsaw
table, calibrating the tilt scale, and wheel align­ment adjustments.

D3197

D2828

T25676

W1007

W1053

D4226

Figure 46. Measuring tools.

Figure 44. Dust collection accessories.

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G9639

order online at www.grizzly.com or call 1-800-523-4777

D2054—Roller Stand
T26979—3-in-1 Workpiece Support Stand

Support long workpieces with a roller-type stand
(D2054), featuring a 13" wide ball bearing roller—
perfect for making straight cuts. If you need a
hand making long, curved cuts, try a workpiece
support stand (T26979) which features 8 rolling
balls, allowing for lateral movement while feeding
your workpiece.

D2054 T26979

T26480—Angle Master

Know all the angles, do better work. Whether
you like geometry or not, it's a regular part of a
woodworker's job. Now here's a tool that makes
it easier. The Angle Master will turn complex
miters and bevels into simple cuts. This flexible
angle duplicating tool allows you to easily trans­fer angles to your band saw, miter saw or table
saw. Now you can duplicate any angle and make
perfect cuts every time.

Figure 49. T26480 Angle Master.

Figure 47. Roller and workpiece support stands.

D2056—Tool Table

Get that bench-top tool off your bench and put
it on this sturdy stand instead! Flared legs and
adjustable rubber feet ensure stability and reduce
machine vibration. Butcher block finish table top
measures 1" x 13" x 23" and is 30-1/2" from the
floor. Bottom measures 21" x 32". 700 lb. Capacity!

Figure 48. D2056 Tool Table.

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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE

accidental startup, always
disconnect machine from

Redressing Rubber

To reduce risk of shock or

power before adjustments,
maintenance, or service.

Schedule

For optimum performance from your machine, fol­low this maintenance schedule:

Daily

• Check/correct loose mounting bolts.

• Check/correct damaged saw blade.

• Check/correct worn or damaged wires.

• Correct any other unsafe condition.

Monthly

• Check for V-belt tension, damage, or wear.

• Remove blade and thoroughly clean all built­up sawdust from the rubber tires on the
wheels.

• Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside cabi­net and off motor.

Tires

As the bandsaw ages, the rubber tires on the
wheels may need to be redressed if they harden or
glaze over. Redressing the rubber tires improves
blade tracking and reduces vibration/blade lead.

If the rubber tires become too worn, then blade
tracking will become extremely difficult because
wheel crown will lose their proper shape. At that
point, redressing will no longer be effective and
the rubber tires must be replaced.

To redress the rubber tires:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Put on heavy leather gloves.

3. Remove blade.

4. Clean any built-up sawdust from rubber tires.

5. Hold 100-grit sandpaper against the rub-

ber tire and rotate the wheel by hand. Only
redress the rubber enough to expose a fresh
rubber surface.

Cleaning &

Lubricating

Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and
wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. If
resin has built up, use a resin dissolving cleaner
to remove it.

Once a month, remove the blade and thoroughly
clean all built-up sawdust from the rubber tires on
the wheels.

If the table becomes difficult to tilt, lubricate the
trunnion gear and the slide in the trunnion base.

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Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine. If you
need replacement parts or additional help with a procedure, call our Technical Support.

the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling.

SECTION 7: SERVICE

Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution

Machine
does not
start or a
breaker trips.

Machine
stalls or is
underpowered.

Machine
has
vibration or
noisy operation.

1. Switch disabling key removed.

2. Incorrect power supply voltage or circuit size.

3. Power supply circuit breaker tripped or
fuse blown.

4. Wiring open/has high resistance.

5. ON/OFF switch at fault.

6. Motor at fault.

1. Workpiece material not suitable for machine.

2. Feed rate/cutting speed too fast.

3. Dull blades.

4. Incorrect blade for task.

5. Workpiece crooked; fence loose or
misadjusted.

6. Blade slipping on wheels.

7. Belt slipping.

8. Motor overheated.

9. Run capacitor at fault.

10. Pulley/sprocket slipping on shaft.

1. Blade weld at fault/teeth broken.

2. Belt worn or loose.

3. Motor fan rubbing on fan cover.

4. Motor mount loose/broken.

5. Pulley loose.

6. Motor or machine component loose.

7. Machine mounted incorrectly.

8. Motor bearings at fault.

1. Install switch disabling key.

2. Ensure correct power supply voltage and
circuit size.

3. Ensure circuit is sized correctly and free of
shorts. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

4. Check/fix broken, disconnected, or corroded wires.

5. Replace switch.

6. Test/repair/replace.

1. Only cut wood/ensure moisture is below 20%.

2. Decrease feed rate/cutting speed.

3 Sharpen/replace blades (Page 31).

4. Use correct blade.

5. Straighten or replace workpiece/adjust fence.

6. Increase blade tension (Page 20). Clean tires/
blade.

7. Clean oil/grease from belt. Tension/replace belt
(Pages 42–43); ensure pulleys are aligned.

8. Clean motor, let cool, and reduce workload.

9. Test/repair/replace.

10. Replace loose pulley/shaft.

1. Replace blade (Page 31).

2. Inspect/replace belt (Page 43).

3. Fix/replace fan cover; replace loose/damaged fan.

4. Tighten/replace.

5. Re-align/replace shaft, pulley set screw, and key.

6. Inspect/replace damaged bolts/nuts, and
retighten with thread locking fluid.

7. Tighten mounting bolts; relocate/shim machine.

8. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose
shaft requires bearing replacement.

Note: Please gather

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Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution

Blade or teeth
break/crack.

Blade slows,
smokes, shows
overheating or
wears on one side.

Finished
workpieces are
rough or show
scoring.

Table is hard to tilt. 1. Table tilt lock lever tightened.

Miter bar binds
in miter slot.

Blade tracks
incorrectly, or
comes off wheels.

1. Blade tension incorrect.

2. Blade incorrect for application.

3. Excessive feed rate/pressure.

4. Cutting corners too sharply.

5. Blade dull.

6. Blade tracking wrong.

7. Blade guides adjusted too far forward.

8. Blade guide height in wrong position.

9. Blade weld at fault.

10. Wheel tires worn or incorrectly installed.

11. Fence or miter slot out of alignment
with blade.

12. Bad bearings on wheels or guide bearings.

1. Too much side pressure when feeding
workpiece.

2. Blade contacting table insert.

3. Blade guides worn or misadjusted.

4. Blade has insufficient support.

5. Blade installed backwards or inside out.

6. Wheels out of alignment.

7. Dull or incorrect blade.

8. Blade is bell-mouthed.

9. Fence not parallel with blade.

1. Blade overloaded and twists while cutting.

2. Blade TPI too coarse.

3. Blade loose and fluttering.

4. Blade tracking incorrect.

5. Blade has missing or bent teeth.

6. Blade has a faulty weld.

2. Sawdust or pitch trapped between
trunnion and base.

3. Metal burrs on trunnion.

1. Miter slot dirty or gummed up.

2. Miter bar bent.

1. Tracking is not adjusted properly.

2. Wheels are not coplanar.

3. Blade tension too loose.

4. Blade guides too tight against blade.

5. Feeding workpiece too fast.

6. Incorrect blade for bandsaw.

7. Blade is bell-mouthed, worn, or dull.

8. Wheel tire damaged or worn.

1. Adjust blade tension (Page 20).

2. Use correct blade for application.

3. Reduce feed rate/pressure.

4. Use a wider arc on outside cuts, or use relief
cuts to make tight inside cuts.

5. Replace blade (Page 31).

6. Adjust blade tracking (Page 17).

7. Adjust blade guides for correct blade support
(Pages 22–23).

8. Adjust upper blade guide so blade is as close
to workpiece as possible (Pages 22–23).

9. Replace blade (Page 31).

10. Replace or re-install tire.

11. Align table and fence with blade (Page 24).

12. Replace wheels and/or guide bearings.

1. Feed workpiece straight into blade.

2. Adjust blade guide bearings to eliminate
excess side pressure (Pages 22–23).

3. Adjust blade guide bracket.

4. Adjust blade guides as close to workpiece as
possible (Pages 22–23).

5. Check blade installation; make sure teeth
face front of machine and point down in table
throat. Re-install blade if necessary (Page 31).

6. Adjust wheels so they are coplanar (Page 44).

7. Replace blade (Page 31).

8. Replace blade (Page 31).

9. Adjust fence parallelism with blade (Page 24).

1. Decrease feed rate.

2. Use correct blade for material and type of cut.

3. Increase blade tension as required (Page 20).

4. Adjust blade tracking (Page 17).

5. Replace blade (Page 31).

6. Replace blade (Page 31).

1. Loosen table tilt lock lever.

2. Remove sawdust or pitch.

3. Remove burrs.

1. Carefully clean miter slot.

2. Replace.

1. Adjust tracking (Page 17).

2. Adjust wheel coplanarity (Page 44).

3. Increase blade tension (Page 20).

4. Adjust blade guides (Pages 22–23).

5. Feed workpiece slower.

6. Install correct blade.

7. Install new blade (Page 31) and remove
tension from blade when not in use.

8. Redress or replace wheel tires (Page 38).

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Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution

Cut is crooked
or blade
wanders (blade
lead).

Blade dulls
prematurely.

Backside
of blade
deformation/
cracking.

Sawdust
buildup inside
cabinet.

1. Feeding pressure too high or cutting
too fast.

2. Blade tension too loose.

3. Blade dull or damaged.

4. Inadequate blade support.

5. Blade too narrow for cut type.

6. Blade tracking incorrect.

7. Table loose.

8. Fence or miter slot out of alignment
with blade.

9. Blade guides or support bearing
incorrectly adjusted.

10. Tooth set uneven or teeth sharper on
one side than the other.

11. Wrong blade TPI.

12. Blade is following grain of wood.

1. Wrong blade TPI.

2. Improper feed pressure.

3. Blade is twisted.

4. Blade is slipping on wheel.

5. Guides hitting teeth.

1. Feed pressure too high.

2. Blade tension too high.

3. Incorrect blade guide alignment.

4. Guides are worn.

5. Blade tracking too far back and hitting
lip of wheels.

1. Clogged dust port. 1. Clean dust port.

1. Adjust feed rate and cutting speed as required.

2. Increase blade tension (Page 20).

3. Replace blade (Page 31).

4. Adjust upper blade guide as close to workpiece

as possible (Pages 22–23).

5. Use wider blade.

6. Adjust blade tracking (Page 17).

7. Tighten table trunnion mounting bolts or tilt
lock lever.

8. Align table and fence with blade (Page 24).

9. Adjust blade guide bearings and support
bearing for correct blade support (Pages 22–23).

10. Replace blade (Page 31).

11. Use a blade with fewer TPI.

12. Increase blade tension (Page 29).

1. Use blade with correct TPI.

2. Use correct feed pressure.

3. Replace blade (Page 31).

4. Increase blade tension (Page 29). Clean
wheel tire.

5. Adjust blade guide bearings and support
bearing (Pages 22–23).

1. Reduce feed pressure.

2. Adjust blade tension (Page 29).

3. Correct blade guide alignment (Pages 22–23).

4. Replace guides.

5. Adjust tracking (Page 17).

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Checking/Adjusting

Belt Tension

To ensure optimum power transmission from the
motor to the blade, the belt must be in good condi­tion and operate under proper tension.

Belt tension should be checked at least every
month—more often if the bandsaw is used daily. If
the belt shows signs of cracks, fraying, and exces­sive wear, replace it as instructed in Replacing

Belt on Page 43.

Checking Belt Tension

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Open lower wheel cover.

3. Check belt condition and deflection. The belt

is properly tensioned if there is approximately

1

⁄4" deflection. Deflection is checked by push-

ing belt with moderate pressure, as shown in
Figure 50, and noting how much it moves.

— If the belt is not properly tensioned, per-

form the Tensioning Belt procedure.

Pulley

Tensioning Belt

Tool Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 6mm .............................................. 1

To properly tension the belt:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Loosen motor mount cap screws shown in
Figure 51.

Motor Mount

Cap Screws

Figure 51. Location of motor mount cap screws

used for adjusting belt tension.

3. Push motor to the right (as viewed from back
of machine) until you feel moderate tension,
then re-tighten both cap screws.

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Approximately

Deflection

Pulley

Figure 50. Checking belt tension.

1

⁄4"

4. Check belt tension. If necessary, repeat
Steps 2–3 until there is approximately

deflection in the belt.

5. Close wheel cover.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

1

⁄4"

Replacing Belt

To ensure optimum power transmission from the
motor to the blade, the belt must be in good condi­tion and be properly tensioned.

6. Remove external retaining ring from lower
wheel shaft (see Figure 52) and remove
lower wheel.

Replace the belt if it shows signs of cracking, fray­ing, and excessive wear.

Tools Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 6mm .............................................. 1

Retaining Ring Pliers ......................................... 1

Replacement Belt (Part No. P0803048) ............ 1

To replace the belt:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Put on heavy leather gloves and remove
blade from machine (refer to Changing
Blade on Page 31).

3. Loosen motor mount cap screws (see Figure
51 on Page 42).

4. Pivot motor to the left (as viewed from back

of bandsaw) to release belt tension.

5. Open lower wheel cover and remove belt
from motor pulley.

Belt

External

Retaining Ring

Figure 52. Belt change components inside lower

wheel cover.

7. Install new belt on both pulleys, and then re-

install wheel and retaining ring.

8. Properly tension belt, as instructed in Belt
Tension on Page 42.

9. Replace blade, properly track and tension

it (see Pages 17 and 20), and then adjust
guide and support bearings.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

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Wheel Alignment

Wheel alignment is important for optimal perfor­mance from your bandsaw. Wheels are properly
aligned when they are parallel with each other and
in the same plane or “coplanar” (see the illustra­tion in the figure to the right).

When wheels are coplanar, the bandsaw is
more likely to cut straight without wandering; and
vibration, heat, and blade wear are considerably
decreased because the blade is automatically bal­anced on the wheel.

Bringing the wheel into alignment may require a
combination of shimming a wheel and adjusting
the position of the lower wheel shaft.

Tools Needed Qty

Straightedge 2'................................................... 1

Fine Ruler .......................................................... 1

Wrench Open-End 10mm .................................. 1

4. Check wheel alignment, and adjust tracking
knob to bring both wheels into alignment as
much as possible. If wheels cannot be adjust­ed coplanar, use Figure 54 to determine how
to proceed with alignment adjustments.

or

Checking Wheel Alignment

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Remove table.

3. With blade on and properly tensioned,

hold a straightedge close to center of both
wheels. Make sure straightedge fully extends
across the rims of both wheels, as shown in
Figure 53.

Wheels parallel and

aligned: No adjust-

ment needed.

Wheels parallel, but

upper or lower wheel

is not coplanar with the

other wheel: Move the

upper wheel in or out.

Figure 53. Checking if the wheels are coplanar.

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Upper wheel is not

vertically aligned with

lower wheel: Use

blade tracking knob

to tilt upper wheel.

Figure 54. Wheel alignment illustration.

Lower wheel is not

laterally aligned with

upper wheel: Adjust

rear adjustment set

bolts to tilt lower wheel

left/right.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Shimming a Wheel

A wheel that is parallel with the other wheel, but
is not coplanar, must be shimmed by the distance
that it is not in the same plane with the other
wheel.

Tip: Standard washers work well for shimming the
wheel because they can easily be stacked to get
the desired height.

8. Perform previous Checking Wheel
Alignment procedure. If necessary to make

the wheels parallel, repeat this procedure.

9. The first time you get the wheels coplanar,
place a mark on each wheel where you held
the straightedge, then use this position again
in the future if you need to repeat the proce­dure. This assures repeated accuracy every
time you adjust the wheels.

To shim a wheel:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Adjust upper wheel tracking so that it is paral-

lel with lower wheel.

3. With straightedge touching both rims of wheel

that does not need to be adjusted, measure
the distance away from the other wheel with
a fine ruler, as shown in Figure 55. The dis­tance measured with the ruler is the distance
this wheel must be shimmed.

10. Close wheel covers.

Adjusting Lower Wheel Shaft Position

If the lower wheel is tilted laterally (side to side),
perform the following procedure to make it copla­nar with the upper wheel.

There are four adjustment bolts with hex nuts in
the lower wheel bracket, shown in Figure 56, that
adjust the wheel tilt from side-to-side and up-and­down.

Note: If you make a mistake during the follow-
ing procedure, it can be very difficult to correct.
Therefore, it is important to double check wheel
alignment (see Page 44), and troubleshoot all
other possible solutions (see Troubleshooting
on Page 39) prior to adjusting the lower wheel
shaft position.

Figure 55. Example of measuring the distance to

shim the wheel to be coplanar.

4. Remove blade.

5. Remove wheel to be shimmed. Place as

many shims as necessary to correct gap
measured in Step 3 onto wheel shaft.

6. Re-install wheel and secure it in place.

7. Re-install blade and properly tension it.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Rear Adjustment

Bolts w/Hex Nuts

Figure 56. Location of rear lateral adjustment

components.

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Tools Needed Qty

Straightedge

Wrench or Socket 10mm ................................... 1

To adjust lower wheel laterally:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Remove fence and table from machine.

3. Use a straightedge to check wheels at A

and B locations (see Figure 57). The wheels
should align

— If the wheels do not align, they require lat-

eral adjustment (see Figure 58); proceed
to Step 4.

4. Mark upper and lower wheels with a pencil or
marker to indicate measuring locations (see
Figure 57).

Note: Marking the wheels ensures more

accurate results in case there are irregulari­ties in the wheels.

5. Using 10mm wrench, loosen hex nuts on rear
left and right adjustment bolts (see Figure 56

on Page 45.

6. Rotate left and right adjustment bolts until

lower wheel is coplanar with upper wheel,
see Figure 58.

Upper Wheel

Straightedge

A1 B1

B2 A2

Lower Wheel

Figure 57. Example of using a straightedge to

check lateral wheel alignment.

Viewed From Above

Requires lateral

adjustment

After lateral
adjustment

Straightedge

Figure 58. Before and after lateral wheel

alignment (viewed from above).

7. Re-tighten hex nuts loosened in Step 6.

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G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Blade Lead

Bandsaw blades may wander off the cut line when
sawing, as shown in Figure 59. This is called
blade lead.

Blade lead is usually caused by too fast of a
feed rate, a dull or abused blade, or improper
blade tension. If your blade is sharp/undamaged,
properly tensioned, and you still have blade lead,
perform the following procedures.

To skew your fence:

3

1. Cut a piece of scrap wood approximately
thick x 3" wide x 17" long. On wide face of
board, draw a straight line parallel to long
edge.

2. Slide bandsaw fence out of way and cut
along the line halfway through the board.
Turn bandsaw OFF and wait for blade to
stop. Do not move board.

3. Clamp board to bandsaw table, then slide
fence over to board so it barely touches one
end of board.

4. Use a 4mm hex wrench to loosen the two
fence adjustment cap screws, skew fence
so that it is parallel with scrap piece, then re­tighten cap screws.

5. Make a few cuts using fence.

⁄4"

Figure 59. Example of blade lead.

To correct blade lead:

1. Make sure blade is properly tensioned and

blade guides are adjusted correctly.

2. Use less pressure when feeding workpiece

through cut.

3. Make sure miter slot and fence are parallel to
blade line (see Aligning Table and Aligning

Fence procedures for detailed information).

4. Perform test cut with bandsaw.

— If there is still blade lead present, compen-

sate for this condition by skewing the fence
or shifting the table, as instructed in the
following procedures.

— If blade lead is still present, repeat Steps

1–4 until blade and fence are parallel with
each other.

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

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These pages are current at the time of printing. However, in the spirit of improvement, we may make chang­es to the electrical systems of future machines. Compare the manufacture date of your machine to the one

number and manufacture date of your

machine before calling. This information can be found on the main machine label.

machine

SECTION 8: WIRING

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
[phone] for assistance BEFORE making any changes to the wiring on your machine. An updated
wiring diagram may be available. Note: Please gather the serial

Wiring Safety Instructions

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 com­ponents!

MODIFICATIONS. Modifying the wiring beyond
what is shown in the diagram may lead to unpre­dictable results, including serious injury or fire.
This includes the installation of unapproved after­market parts.

WIRE CONNECTIONS. All connections must
be tight to prevent wires from loosening during
machine operation. Double-check all wires dis­connected or connected during any wiring task to
ensure tight connections.

CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS. You MUST follow
the requirements at the beginning of this manual
when connecting your machine to a power source.

WIRE/COMPONENT DAMAGE. Damaged wires
or components increase the risk of serious per­sonal injury, fire, or machine damage. If you notice
that any wires or components are damaged while
performing a wiring task, replace those wires or
components.

MOTOR WIRING. The motor wiring shown in
these diagrams is current at the time of printing
but may not match your machine. If you find this
to be the case, use the 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 expe­riencing difficulties understanding the information
included in this section, contact our Technical
Support at [phone].

The photos and diagrams
included in this section are
best viewed in color. You

can view these pages in
color at www.grizzly.com.

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G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Wiring Diagram

Lamp Switch

Gorbo

XCK-017,10(4) A

250V 6A

ON/OFF Switch

KEDU HY18

250V 12A

Bandsaw Body

LED-

LED Driver

LED-5V700

Hopestar

120V ~ 5.5W

E337681

Work Lamp

Work Lamp

Switch

Work Lamp

Driver

ON/OFF

Switch

Ground

Neutral

Hot

Ground

120VAC

5-15 Plug

Ground

Figure 60. Electrical component location.

120V Motor

Run Capacitor

CBB60 30uF

250VAC

Ground

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

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SECTION 9: PARTS

We do our best to stock replacement parts when possible, but we cannot guarantee that all parts shown
are available for purchase. Call [phone] or visit www.grizzly.com/parts to check for availability.

Main

19

18

20

21

21

22

17

22

13

25

23

14

15

15

37

17

12

38

16

46

13

23

11

26

16

13

14

36

1

2

8

106

6

156

30

13

104

35

27

108

109

3

4
5

10

68

155

29

28

2

111

45

100

101 102

99

31

48

47

137

62

145

36

71

21

144

33

6

76

70

67

72

162

23

69

68

135

138

143

96

56

73

59
58

23

140

141

65

56

62

142

2

76

58

74

61

52

137

76

93

56

123

64

130

131

57

161

62

56

85

62

76

86

94

59

79

77

55

50

49

124

56

132

159

147

2

112

152

150

105

28

32

149

119

115

116

120

28

151

56

121

158

133

9

7

34

42

8

153

39

40

36

44

28

148

149

113

9

2

2

78

55

160

103

91

2
76

56

87

56

82

64

56

54

66
65

63

64

54

122-2

122-6

128

2

122-1

122-3

122-4

122-5

122

129

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G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Main Parts List

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

1 P0803001 KNOB M8-1.25 X 25, DIA 50, 5-LOBE 45 P0803045 WHEEL BRUSH
2 P0803002 FLAT WASHER 8MM 46 P0803046 CARRIAGE BOLT M8-1.25 X 65
3 P0803003 COMPRESSION SPRING 2.5 X 14 X 64 47 P0803047 RUBBER FOOT
4 P0803004 CARRIAGE BOLT M8-1.25 X 80 48 P0803048 TIMING BELT 130L036
5 P0803005 WHEEL ADJUSTMENT BRACKET 49 P0803049 DUST PORT 2"
6 P0803006 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 8 50 P0803050 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 8
7 P0803007 QUICK-RELEASE PIVOT SHAFT 8 X 90 52 P0803052 DOOR LOCK CAM KNOB
8 P0803008 EXT RETAINING RING 8MM SELF-LOCKING 54 P0803054 BEARING RETAINER SCREW M5-.8 X 15
9 P0803009 HEX NUT M10-1.5 55 P0803055 BALL BEARING 606ZZ
10 P0803010 LOCK WASHER 10MM 56 P0803056 FLAT WASHER 5MM
11 P0803011 WHEEL MOUNT PLATE 57 P0803057 LOWER GUIDE ROD
12 P0803012 WHEEL SHAFT (UPPER) 58 P0803058 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 14
13 P0803013 BALL BEARING 6000ZZ 59 P0803059 BALL BEARING 605ZZ
14 P0803014 WHEEL 9" 61 P0803061 LOWER GUIDE
15 P0803015 INT RETAINING RING 26MM 62 P0803062 SQUARE NUT M5-.8
16 P0803016 EXT RETAINING RING 10MM 63 P0803063 LOWER GUIDE BLOCK
17 P0803017 TIRE 9" 64 P0803064 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 12
18 P0803018 WHEEL COVER (UPPER) 65 P0803065 FLAT WASHER 6MM
19 P0803019 BLADE 62" X 3/8" X 0.025" 10 TPI RAKER 66 P0803066 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 10
20 P0803020 WHEEL COVER (LOWER) 67 P0803067 LOWER BLADE COVER
21 P0803021 LOCK NUT M6-1 68 P0803068 FLAT WASHER 4MM
22 P0803022 BUSHING 69 P0803069 PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 10
23 P0803023 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 16 70 P0803070 STRAIN RELIEF M16-2 TYPE-3
25 P0803025 TAP SCREW M5 X 14 71 P0803071 GUIDE PLATE
26 P0803026 WHEEL PULLEY 72 P0803072 SET SCREW M4-.7 X 6
27 P0803027 WHEEL SHAFT (LOWER) 73 P0803073 PINION
28 P0803028 HEX NUT M6-1 74 P0803074 ADJUSTMENT KNOB SEAT
29 P0803029 HEX BOLT M6-1 X 16 76 P0803076 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 10
30 P0803030 LOCK NUT M12-1.75 77 P0803077 KNOB W/SHAFT 6 X 22, DIA 32, 6-LOBE
31 P0803031 LIFTING HANDLE 78 P0803078 UPPER GUIDE
32 P0803032 PHLP HD SCR M6-1 X 10 79 P0803079 UPPER GUIDE ROD
33 P0803033 FRAME 82 P0803082 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 16
34 P0803034 WIRE CONNECTOR 85 P0803085 UPPER BLADE COVER ASSEMBLY
35 P0803035 SWITCH MOUNTING PLATE 86 P0803086 SQUARE NUT M8-1.25
36 P0803036 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 10 87 P0803087 UPPER GUIDE BLOCK
37 P0803037 PADDLE SWITCH W/KEY GRIZZLY G8988 91 P0803091 KNOB BOLT M8-1.25 X 14, DIA 32, 6-LOBE
38 P0803038 ROCKER SWITCH GORBO XCK-017 10(4) A 93 P0803093 COMPRESSION SPRING 1 X 13 X 18
39 P0803039 LOCK WASHER 5MM 94 P0803094 KNOB BOLT M8-1.25 X 35, DIA 32, 6-LOBE
40 P0803040 EXT TOOTH WASHER 5MM 96 P0803096 RELEASE WHEEL
42 P0803042 HEX NUT M8-1.25 99 P0803099 QUICK-RELEASE MOUNT BRACKET
44 P0803044 SPACER 100 P0803100 WAVY WASHER 19MM

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

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Main Parts List (Continued)

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

101 P0803101 QUICK-RELEASE LEVER HUB 130 P0803130 WRENCH 8 X 10MM OPEN-ENDS
102 P0803102 SET SCREW M5-.8 X 6 131 P0803131 HEX WRENCH 6MM
103 P0803103 QUICK-RELEASE LEVER 8 X 95 132 P0803132 PUSH STICK
104 P0803104 MITER GAUGE ASSEMBLY 133 P0803133 STORAGE HOOK M6-1
105 P0803105 TABLE INSERT 135 P0803135 FENCE BODY
106 P0803106 TABLE 137 P0803137 END CAP 25 X 52
108 P0803108 HEX BOLT M6-1 X 22 138 P0803138 SPACER PLATE
109 P0803109 BEVEL CASTING 140 P0803140 FENCE BASE
111 P0803111 CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 14 141 P0803141 SHAFT 8 X 77
112 P0803112 GUIDE BUSHING 142 P0803142 FENCE HANDLE LOCKING CAM
113 P0803113 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 12 143 P0803143 FENCE HANDLE M6-1 X 10
115 P0803115 ADJUSTABLE HANDLE M8-1.25 X 25 144 P0803144 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 6
116 P0803116 BEVEL INDICATOR 145 P0803145 SPRING PLATE
119 P0803119 GEARED KNOB 12T, 12L X 40D 147 P0803147 GUIDE RAIL CAP (LEFT)
120 P0803120 COMPRESSION SPRING 0.7 X 9.8 X 25 148 P0803148 GUIDE RAIL
121 P0803121 SHOULDER SCREW M5-.8 X 10, 8 X 39 149 P0803149 FENCE RAIL KNOB M6-1 X 16
122 P0803122 MOTOR 1/3 HP 120V 1-PH 150 P0803150 FENCE RAIL KNOB M6-1 X 24
122-1 P0803122-1 MOTOR FAN COVER 151 P0803151 GUIDE RAIL CAP (RIGHT)
122-2 P0803122-2 MOTOR FAN 152 P0803152 "D" NUT M6-1
122-3 P0803122-3 CAPACITOR COVER 153 P0803153 HEX NUT M4-.7
122-4 P0803122-4 R CAPACITOR 30M 250V 1-1/2 X 2 155 P0803155 LED DRIVER HOPESTAR LED-5V700 120V 5.5W
122-5 P0803122-5 BALL BEARING 6201ZZ (REAR) 156 P0803156 CAP SCREW M4-.7 X 12
122-6 P0803122-6 BALL BEARING 6202ZZ (FRONT) 158 P0803158 WORK LAMP ASSEMBLY
123 P0803123 GASKET 159 P0803159 BULB LED 5.5W 2V PUSH-IN
124 P0803124 MOTOR PULLEY 160 P0803160 HEX WRENCH 4MM
128 P0803128 CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 25 161 P0803161 HEX WRENCH 2.5MM
129 P0803129 POWER CORD 18G 3W 72" 5-15P 162 P0803162 MOTOR CORD 18G 3W 12"

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G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Labels

grizzly.com

G0803 Machine Labels B

(8/5/15)

G0803

(8/5/15)

• Scale= 1:1
(unless otherwise noted)

• Labels MUST be made of
chemical-resistant material

WARNING!

EYE/LUNG INJURY

HAZARD!
Always wear safety
glasses and a
respirator when
using this machine.

INJURY/SHOCK

HAZARD!
Disconnect power
before adjustments,
maintenance, or
service.

INJURY HAZARD!

Do not open door
while machine is
connected to power
or blade is in motion.

Specifications

Motor: 1/3 HP (320W), 110V, 60 Hz
Full-Load Amp Draw: 2.8A
Blade Speed: 2460 FPM
Standard Blade Length: 62"
Blade Length Range: 61-13/16" – 62-3/16"
Blade Width Range: 1/8" – 3/8"
Max. Cutting Width Left of Blade: 8-7/8"
Max. Cutting Height: 3-5/8"
Table Size: 12" x 12"
Table Tilt: 0˚L ⁄ 45˚R
Weight: 44 lbs.

MODEL G0803

9" BANDSAW

Date

S/N

Mfd. for Grizzly in China

WARNING!

To reduce risk of serious injury when using this machine:

1. Read and understand owner’s manual before operating.

2. Never touch moving blade—keep hands out of blade path.

3. Always wear approved eye protection and respirator.

4. Only plug power cord into a grounded outlet.

5. Only remove jammed cutoff pieces when blade is stopped.

6. Use push stick or holding jig to cut small or narrow pieces.

7. Disconnect power before changing blades or adjusting saw.

8. Maintain adjustment of blade tension, tracking, & guides.

9. Keep upper guide adjusted to just clear the workpiece.

10. Hold workpiece firmly against table to maintain control.

11. Only run saw with wheel covers closed and all guards in place.

12. Never reach under table while blade is in motion.

13. Secure/remove loose clothing and long hair.

14. DO NOT expose to rain or use in wet locations.

15. Prevent unauthorized use by children or untrained users;
restrict access or disable machine when unattended.

(8/5/15)

• Scale= 1:1
(unless otherwise noted)

• Labels MUST be made of
chemical-resistant material

INJURY/SHOCK

HAZARD!
Disconnect power
before adjustments,
maintenance, or
service.

INJURY HAZARD!

Do not open door
while machine is
connected to power
or blade is in motion.

MODEL G0803

9" BANDSAW

WARNING!

• Scale= 1:1
(unless otherwise noted)

• Labels MUST be made of
chemical-resistant material

INJURY/SHOCK

HAZARD!
Disconnect power
before adjustments,
maintenance, or
service.

INJURY HAZARD!

Do not open door
while machine is
connected to power
or blade is in motion.

MODEL G0803

9" BANDSAW

WARNING!

To reduce risk of serious injury when using this machine:

1. Read and understand owner’s manual before operating.

2. Never touch moving blade—keep hands out of blade path.

3. Always wear approved eye protection and respirator.

4. Only plug power cord into a grounded outlet.

5. Only remove jammed cutoff pieces when blade is stopped.

6. Use push stick or holding jig to cut small or narrow pieces.

7. Disconnect power before changing blades or adjusting saw.

8. Maintain adjustment of blade tension, tracking, & guides.

9. Keep upper guide adjusted to just clear the workpiece.

10. Hold workpiece firmly against table to maintain control.

11. Only run saw with wheel covers closed and all guards in place.

12. Never reach under table while blade is in motion.

13. Secure/remove loose clothing and long hair.

14. DO NOT expose to rain or use in wet locations.

15. Prevent unauthorized use by children or untrained users;
restrict access or disable machine when unattended.

INJURY HAZARD!

Do not open door
while machine is
connected to power
or blade is in motion.

G0803

201

207

208

WARNING!

EYE/LUNG INJURY

HAZARD!
Always wear safety
glasses and a
respirator when
using this machine.

209

MODEL G0803

Specifications

Motor: 1/3 HP (320W), 110V, 60 Hz
Full-Load Amp Draw: 2.8A
Blade Speed: 2460 FPM
Standard Blade Length: 62"
Blade Length Range: 61-13/16" – 62-3/16"
Blade Width Range: 1/8" – 3/8"
Max. Cutting Width Left of Blade: 8-7/8"
Max. Cutting Height: 3-5/8"
Table Size: 12" x 12"
Table Tilt: 0˚L ⁄ 45˚R
Weight: 44 lbs.

Date

S/N

Mfd. for Grizzly in China

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

201 P0803201 GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL LOGO LABEL 207 P0803207 ELECTRICITY LABEL
202 P0803202 MODEL NUMBER LABEL 208 P0803208 EYE/LUNG INJURY HAZARD LABEL
203 P0803203 GRIZZLY GREEN TOUCH-UP PAINT 209 P0803209 MACHINE ID LABEL
204 P0803204 DO NOT OPEN DOOR LABEL 210 P0803210 GRIZZLY.COM LABEL
205 P0803205 DISCONNECT POWER LABEL 211 P0803211 READ MANUAL LABEL
206 P0803206 GRIZZLY BLACK TOUCH-UP PAINT

G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

Safety labels help reduce the risk of serious injury caused by machine hazards. If any label comes
off or becomes unreadable, the owner of this machine MUST replace it in the original location
before resuming operations. For replacements, contact [phone] or www.grizzly.com.

9" BANDSAW

WARNING!

To reduce risk of serious injury when using this machine:

1. Read and understand owner’s manual before operating.

2. Never touch moving blade—keep hands out of blade path.

3. Always wear approved eye protection and respirator.

4. Only plug power cord into a grounded outlet.

5. Only remove jammed cutoff pieces when blade is stopped.

6. Use push stick or holding jig to cut small or narrow pieces.

7. Disconnect power before changing blades or adjusting saw.

8. Maintain adjustment of blade tension, tracking, & guides.

9. Keep upper guide adjusted to just clear the workpiece.

10. Hold workpiece firmly against table to maintain control.

11. Only run saw with wheel covers closed and all guards in place.

12. Never reach under table while blade is in motion.

13. Secure/remove loose clothing and long hair.

14. DO NOT expose to rain or use in wet locations.

15. Prevent unauthorized use by children or untrained users;
restrict access or disable machine when unattended.

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WARNING!

To reduce risk of death
or serious injury, read
manual BEFORE using
machine.
To get a new manual,
call [phone] or
go to www.grizzly.com.

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INJURY HAZARD!

Do not open door
while machine is
connected to power
or blade is in motion.

INJURY HAZARD!

Do not open door
while machine is
connected to power
or blade is in motion.

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INJURY/SHOCK

HAZARD!
Disconnect power
before adjustments,
maintenance, or
service.

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G0803 (Mfd. Since 09/15)

WARRANTY CARD

Name _____________________________________________________________________________

Street _____________________________________________________________________________

City _______________________ State _________________________ Zip _____________________

Phone # ____________________ Email _________________________________________________

Model # ____________________ Order # _______________________ Serial # __________________

The following information is given on a voluntary basis. It will be used for marketing purposes to help us develop
better products and services. Of course, all information is strictly confidential.

1. How did you learn about us?
____ Advertisement ____ Friend ____ Catalog
____ Card Deck ____ Website ____ Other:

2. Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to?

____ Cabinetmaker & FDM
____ Family Handyman
____ Hand Loader
____ Handy
____ Home Shop Machinist
____ Journal of Light Cont.
____ Live Steam
____ Model Airplane News
____ Old House Journal
____ Popular Mechanics

3. 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+

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4. What is your age group?
____ 20-29 ____ 30-39 ____ 40-49
____ 50-59 ____ 60-69 ____ 70+

5. How long have you been a woodworker/metalworker?
____ 0-2 Years ____ 2-8 Years ____ 8-20 Years ____ 20+ Years

6. How many of your machines or tools are Grizzly?
____ 0-2 ____ 3-5 ____ 6-9 ____10+

____ Popular Science
____ Popular Woodworking
____ Precision Shooter
____ Projects in Metal
____ RC Modeler
____ Rie
____ Shop Notes
____ Shotgun News
____ Today’s Homeowner
____ Wood

____ Wooden Boat
____ Woodshop News
____ Woodsmith
____ Woodwork
____ Woodworker West
____ Woodworker’s Journal
____ Other:

7. Do you think your machine represents a good value? _____Yes _____No

8. Would you recommend Grizzly Industrial to a friend? _____ Yes _____No

9. 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

10. Comments: _____________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

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GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
P.O. BOX 2069
BELLINGHAM, WA 98227-2069

Send a Grizzly Catalog to a friend:

Name_______________________________

Street_______________________________

City______________State______Zip______

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WARRANTY AND RETURNS

We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special,

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 par­ticular 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 Washington, County of Whatcom.

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.