Grizzly G0803Z User guide

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MODEL G0803Z

9" BENCHTOP BANDSAW

OWNER'S MANUAL

(For models manufactured since 05/24)

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V5.06.24

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 Manual Accuracy Identification Controls & Components Machine Data Sheet

SECTION 1: SAFETY

Safety Instructions for Machinery Additional Safety for Bandsaws

SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY

SECTION 3: SETUP

Unpacking Needed for Setup Inventory Site Considerations Bench Mounting Assembly Adjustment Overview Blade Tracking Dust Collection Test Run Tensioning Blade Adjusting Blade Support Bearings Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings Aligning Table Aligning Fence

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

Operation Overview Disabling Switch Workpiece Inspection

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Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Height Tilting Table Choosing Blades Changing Blade Ripping Crosscutting Resawing Cutting Curves Stacked Cuts

SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE

Schedule Cleaning & Lubricating

SECTION 7: SERVICE

Troubleshooting Checking/Adjusting Belt Tension Replacing Belt Wheel Alignment Adjusting Fence Blade Lead Adjusting Laser Guide Replacing LED/Laser Guide Batteries

SECTION 8: WIRING

Wiring Safety Instructions Wiring Diagram

SECTION 9: PARTS

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Main Labels & Cosmetics

WARRANTY & RETURNS

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

No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. Use this and other machinery with caution and respect. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment, or poor work results.

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

machine ID label. This will help us help you faster.

We want your feedback on this manual. What did you like about it? Where could it be improved? Please take a few minutes to give us feedback.

Email: manuals@grizzly.com

We are proud to provide a high-quality owner’s manual with your new machine!

instructions, specifications, drawings, and photographs in this manual. Sometimes we make mistakes, but our policy of continuous improvement also means that

you receive is

slightly different than shown in the manual

If you find this to be the case, and the difference between the manual and machine leaves you confused or unsure about something

check our

website for an updated version. W

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manuals and

on our web-

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Alternatively, you can call our Technical Support for help. Before calling, make sure you write down the

serial number

from the machine ID label (see below). This information is required for us to provide proper tech support, and it helps us determine if updated documentation is available for your machine.

INTRODUCTION

Contact Info

and manufacture date

Grizzly Technical Support

1815 W. Battlefield Springfield, MO 65807 Phone: (570) 546-9663

Email: techsupport@grizzly.com

Grizzly Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Manual Accuracy

made every effort to be exact with the

sometimes the machine

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manufacture date and

Manufacture Date

Serial Number

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Identification

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

Carrying

Handle

Blade Tension

Knob

Upper

Wheel Cover

LED/Laser Guide

Chip Blower

Fence

Rail

Fence

Guide Post

Blade Tension

Quick-Release

Tracking

Knob

Lever

Storage for

Push Stick

Fence

Lock

Handle

Table

Lower Wheel

ON/OFF Paddle

Switch w/

Removable Key

Cover

2" Dust Port

For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Saw.

a) Wear eye protection. b) Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has stopped. c) Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides, and support bearings. d) Adjust upper blade guide to just clear workpiece. e) Hold workpiece firmly against table.

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Controls &

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

Components

using machine.

Refer to Figures 1–6 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.

Basic Controls & Components

F E

Figure 2. LED and laser guide components.

C. LED Work Light ON/OFF Button: Turns

LED work light ON and OFF.

Laser Guide ON/OFF Button: Turns laser

guide ON and OFF.

Laser Guide: Projects beam down length of

blade and onto workpiece to help guide cut.

F. LED Work Light: Illuminates cutting area

for better visibility.

Fence & Miter Gauge

Figure 1. Basic controls and components.

A. ON/OFF Paddle Switch w/Removable Key:

Turns machine ON and OFF. Remove key to disable machine.

B. Chip Blower: Gently blows dust and debris

away from cutting area.

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Figure 3. Fence and miter gauge controls.

G. Fence: Used for ripping and resawing.

Distance from blade determines width of cut.

Miter Gauge: Used for cross cuts. Adjusts

60° left or right.

I. Miter Gauge Lock Knob: Secures angle

position of miter gauge.

J. Fence Lock Handle: Secures fence position.

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Guide Post Table Tilt

Figure 4. Guide post controls.

K. Guide Post Adjustment Knob: Rotate

to adjust height of blade guides above workpiece.

L. Guide Post Lock Knob: Secures height of

blade guides.

M. Upper Blade Guide: Supports blade above

workpiece during operations.

Figure 6. Table tilt controls.

Q. Trunnion w/Table Tilt Scale: Functions as

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

Table Tilt Lock Lever: Secures table tilt

angle setting.

S. Table Tilt Indicator: Shows angle of table tilt.

Blade Tension & Tracking

Figure 5. Blade tension and tracking controls.

N. Blade Tension Adjustment Knob: Rotate to

adjust blade tension (refer to Page 21 for more information).

Blade Tension Quick-Release Lever: Move

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

T. Table Tilt Adjustment Knob: Rotate to

adjust angle of table tilt.

P. Tracking Knob: Rotate to adjust blade track-

ing (refer to Page 18 for more information).

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MACHINE DATA

SHEET

Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901

MODEL G0803Z 9" BENCHTOP BANDSAW W/ LASER GUIDE

& QUICK RELEASE

Product Dimensions:

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

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height........................................................................... 21 x 17 x 30 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)....................................................................................................................... 16 x 6-1/2 in.

Shipping Dimensions:

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

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

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

Length x Width x Height....................................................................................................................... 32 x 18 x 14 in.

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

Electrical:

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

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

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

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

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

Power Cord Length.............................................................................................................................................. 80 in.

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

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

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

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

Motors:

Main

Horsepower............................................................................................................................................. 1/3 HP

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

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

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

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

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

Main Specifications:

Main Specifications

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

Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade)................................................................................................................ 9 in.

Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade) w/Fence........................................................................................... 4-1/2 in.

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

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

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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

Table Information

Table Length........................................................................................................................................ 11-3/4 in.

Table Width......................................................................................................................................... 11-3/4 in.

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

Table Tilt............................................................................................................................................ 0 - 45 deg.

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

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

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

Fence is Adjustable for Blade Lead.............................................................................................................. Yes

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

Miter Gauge Information

Miter Angle.................................................................................................................................. 0 - 60 deg. L/R

Miter Gauge Slot Type.................................................................................................................... Straight Slot

Miter Gauge Slot Width............................................................................................................................. 5/8 in.

Miter Gauge Slot Height........................................................................................................................... 1/4 in.

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............................................................................................................................................. 5/8 in.

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

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

Has Work Light............................................................................................................................................. Yes

Light Socket Type.................................................................................................................................. 3V LED

Maximum Bulb Wattage............................................................................................................................. 0.5W

Has Laser Guide.......................................................................................................................................... Yes

Laser Classification................................................................................................................................ Class II

Laser Wavelength.................................................................................................................................... 650nm

Laser Maximum Output.............................................................................................................................. 5mW

Other Specifications:

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

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

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

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

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

Certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) ......................................................................... Yes

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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.

Alerts the user to useful information about proper operation of the

NOTICE

machine to avoid machine damage.

Safety Instructions for Machinery

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Always discon-

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may damage the wires inside. Do not handle

WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, 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 rec-

ommended 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

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 (570) 546-9663.

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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. Serious injury or death can also occur from getting fingers, hair, or clothing entangled in moving parts if the machine is operated while the doors are open. To reduce this risk, anyone operating this machine MUST completely heed the hazards and warnings below.

HAND PLACEMENT. Placing hands or fingers

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

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

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

FEED RATE. To avoid risk of workpiece slipping and causing operator injury, always feed stock evenly and smoothly.

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

CLEARING JAMS AND CUTOFFS. Always stop bandsaw and disconnect power before clearing scrap pieces that get stuck between blade and table insert. Use brush or push stick, not hands, to clean chips/cutoff scraps from table.

BLADE 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. Blade guards and covers protect operator from moving bandsaw blade. The wheel covers protect operator from getting entangled with rotating wheels or other moving parts. ON LY operate 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 just clear 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. DO NOT force or twist blade while cutting, especially when sawing small curves. This could result in blade damage or breakage.

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.

WORKPIECE MATERIAL. This machine is intended for cutting natural and man-made wood products, and laminate covered wood products. This machine is NOT designed to cut metal, glass, stone, tile, etc.

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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.

or equipment damage

not properly grounded

The full-load current rating is the amperage a machine draws at 100% of the rated output power. On machines with multiple motors, this is the amperage drawn by the largest motor or sum of all motors and electrical devices that might operate at one time during normal operations.

The full-load current is not the maximum amount of amps that the machine will draw. If the machine is overloaded, it will draw additional amps beyond the full-load rating.

If the machine is overloaded for a sufficient length of time, damage, overheating, or fire may result— especially if connected to an undersized circuit. To reduce the risk of these hazards, avoid overloading the machine during operation and make sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that meets the specified circuit requirements.

For your own safety and protection of

Note: Circuit requirements in this manual apply to

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

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

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

Availability

Electrocution, fire, shock,

may occur if machine is

and connected to power supply.

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, 115V, 120V

..........................................................60 Hz

Cycle Phase Power Supply Circuit

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

......................... 15 Amps

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

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

Extension cords cause voltage drop, which 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

Two-prong outlets do not meet the grounding requirements for this machine.

provided—if it will not fit the outlet, have 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 Pin

5-15 PLUG

Extension Cords

Neutral Hot

Figure 7. Typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.

SHOCK HAZARD!

Do not modify or use an adapter on the plug

qualified electrician install the proper outlet with a verified ground.

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

Maximum Length (Shorter is Better)

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.......50 ft.

SECTION 3: SETUP

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

please

IMPORTANT: Save all packaging materials until you are completely satisfied with the machine and have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack-

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

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

If items are damaged

call us immediately at (570) 546-9663.

Needed for Setup

The following items are needed, but not included, for the setup/assembly of this machine.

Inventory (Figure 8) Qty

A. Bandsaw (Not Shown) ................................ 1

Tab le Assembly .......................................... 1

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

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

Fence ......................................................... 1

Chip Blower Hose....................................... 1

Open-End Wrench 10 x 12mm ................... 1

Rubber Feet ............................................... 4

Table Tilt Lock Lever .................................. 1

Flat Washer 8mm (Lock Lever) .................. 1

K. Hex Wrenches 2.5, 4, 5mm .................. 1 Ea.

Description Qty

• Safety Glasses ........................................... 1

• Small Machinist's Square ........................... 1

• Open-End Wrench 14mm ........................... 1

• AA Batteries ............................................... 2

• Dust Collection System .............................. 1

• Dust Hose 2" .............................................. 1

• Hose Clamps 2" ......................................... 2

• Optional Mounting Hardware...(see Page 14)

Inventory

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Figure 8. Inventory.

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 Diameter of Mounting Hardware Needed

Machine Base

............................ 4

Hex Bolt

Flat Washer

..3⁄8"

Figure 9. Minimum working clearances.

21"

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

power connection to prevent unsupervised use.

Workbench

17"

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

Hex Nut

Figure 10. "Through Mount" setup.

Lag Screw

Flat Washer

Machine Base

Workbench

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Figure 11. "Direct Mount" setup.

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Assembly

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

and gather

all

To ensure the assembly process

goes smoothly, first clean any

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

listed items.

Needed for Setup

parts that are

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

3. Turn guide post adjustment knob (see Figure

13) counterclockwise to raise guide post all

the way up.

Guide Post Adjustment

Knob

Figure 13. Location of table controls that must

be removed or adjusted.

Guide Post

Indicator

Positioned

Down

Table Tilt

Adjustment Knob

To assemble bandsaw:

Attach (4) rubber feet to bandsaw base (see

1. Figure 12). Rubber feet simply press onto

corners of base.

Rubber Foot

Bandsaw

Base

Figure 12. Rubber feet attached to base.

2. Loosen scale indicator and position it facing

down (see Figure 13), then remove table tilt adjustment knob and shoulder bolt with spring (see Figure 13).

(1 of 4)

4. Remove table insert, wing bolt, lock washer,

flat washer, and D-nut from table assembly (see Figure 14). Make note of how fasteners secure to fence assembly for re-installation later.

Table Insert

Gap

Figure 14. Table components to remove.

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5. Using gap in table (see Figure 14 on Page

15), slide table assembly through blade

and rotate assembly 90°. Position assembly as shown in Figure 15.

Table/Trunnion

Assembly

Use table tilt adjustment knob (see Figure

16) to tilt table until square is flat against side of blade, as illustrated in Figure 17.

Square

Table

Figure 17. Using square to adjust table perpen-

dicular to side of blade.

Figure 15. Table assembly positioned on saw.

6. Install table tilt lock lever, 8mm flat washer, and components removed in Step 2 (see Figure 16). DO NOT fully tighten yet.

Table Tilt

Adjustment

Knob

Figure 16. Table installed.

7. Place machinist's square flat on table, against

side of blade (see Figure 17).

Table Tilt

Lock Lever

& Flat Washer

9. Tighten table tilt lock lever, then set scale

indicator to "0" on table tilt scale and tighten screw (see Figure 18).

Scale

Indicator

Figure 18. Scale indicator set to "0".

10. Install table insert, wing bolt, lock washer,

flat washer, and D-nut removed in Step 4 on table assembly.

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11. Install fence on fence rail as shown in Figure 19.

Note: Fence lock handle (see Figure 19)

needs to be in up position when fitting fence onto fence rail. Once fence snaps onto fence rail, push lock handle down to secure fence in position.

Fence

Fence Rail

Fence Lock

Handle

13.

Remove LED/laser unit cover (see Figure

21) and install (2) AA batteries, matching

positive and negative terminals.

LED/Laser Unit Cover

Figure 21. Location of LED/laser unit cover.

Install LED/laser unit cover.

14.

Figure 19. Fence installed on fence rail.

12. Thread chip blower nozzle into nozzle base

(see Figure 20).

Nozzle

Base

Chip Blower

Nozzle

Figure 20. Chip blower nozzle threaded into

base.

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:

Blade Tracking

Dust Collection

Test Run

Tensioning Blade

Adjusting Blade Support Bearings

Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings

Aligning Table

Aligning Fence

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Not Parallel

Parallel

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 G0803Z has crowned wheels. As the wheels spin, a properly tracking blade naturally tracks at the center of the wheel (see Figure 22).

PROPER TRACKING

Parallel And Coplanar

Parallel But Not Coplanar

Blade Centered

on Wheel

Blade

Centered

on Wheel

Figure 22. 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 23).

Improper blade tension and cutting practices can negatively affect blade tracking. Familiarizing yourself with the ideas and conditions described in Figure 23 will help you recognize when your wheel alignment may need to be adjusted (refer to Wheel Alignment on Page 45 for detailed instructions on adjusting the tracking).

The wheels on the G0803Z 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.

Wheel

Coplanar But

Figure 23. Wheel alignment and misalignment

examples.

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).

Not Coplanar or

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Note: When adjusting blade tracking for

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

Move quick-release lever all the way clock-

wise (as viewed from the rear of the machine) to apply tension to blade (see Figure 24).

Tension

Adjustment Knob

Quick-Release

Tracking

Knob

Figure 24. Blade tension and tracking controls.

Lever

Dust Collection

This machine creates a lot of wood chips/ 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.

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.

4. Open upper wheel cover.

5. Push blade toward fence with moderate

pressure to check if there is approximately

⁄4" deflection. If not, rotate tension adjust-

ment knob as needed until blade is properly tensioned.

Rotate upper wheel by hand several times

and watch how blade rides on wheel (see

Figure 22

this concept).

— If blade rides in center of upper wheel,

it is properly tracking. Close and secure upper wheel cover then proceed to Dust Collection.

Spin upper wheel with one hand and slowly

adjust tracking knob (see Figure 24) with other hand until blade consistently tracks in center of wheel, then close and secure upper wheel cover.

on Page 18 for an illustration of

To connect a dust collection hose:

Fit dust hose over 2" dust port, as shown in

1. Figure 25, and secure it in place with a hose

clamp.

Hose

Clamp

Dust

Hose

Figure 25. Example of 2" dust hose attached to

dust port.

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

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Test Run

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.

setup instructions have been performed. Operating an improperly set up machine

Serious injury or death can result from

Troubleshooting

The test run consists of verifying the following:

1) The motor powers up and runs correctly, and 2) the removable key on the switch works correctly.

4. Remove key, as shown in Figure 26.

Figure 26. Removing key from ON/OFF paddle

switch.

Try to start machine with ON/OFF paddle

switch. The machine should not start.

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.

DO NOT start machine until all preceding

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

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.

— If the machine does not start, the switch is

working as designed.

— If the machine does start, immediately

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

The motor should run smoothly and without

problems or unusual noises.

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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.

The Flutter 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!

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.

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 you prefer.

Make sure blade is properly tracking as

2. instructed in Blade Tracking section on Page 18.

Raise guide post all the way, and move upper

and lower guide bearings away from blade.

Engage blade tension quick-release lever to

apply tension to blade.

Connect bandsaw to power, then turn it ON.

Using blade tension adjustment knob, slowly

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

. Slowly increase tension until blade stops flut-

tering, then tighten blade tension adjustment knob an additional

8. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

⁄8 to 1⁄4 of a turn.

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

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The Deflection Method

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

To tension bandsaw blade using deflection method:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

Make sure blade is properly tracking as

2. instructed in Blade Tracking section on Page 18.

Raise guide post all the way and move upper

and lower guide bearings away from blade.

Engage blade tension quick-release lever to

apply tension to blade.

Adjusting Blade

Support Bearings

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 Identification on Page 3 for reference).

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

— If the blade deflects approximately 1⁄4", it is

properly tensioned. Proceed to

— If the blade deflects less than 1⁄4", it is over-

tensioned. Turn the blade tensioning knob counterclockwise two full turns and repeat Step 5.

— If the blade deflects 1⁄4" or more, the blade

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

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

Step 6.

Step 5

Important: To ensure best results while cutting,

make sure the blade is tracking and tensioned correctly before performing this procedure.

Items Needed Qty

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

Feeler Gauge 0.016"

To adjust support bearings:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

Open guide post door (see Figure 28).

.......................................... 1

Guide

Post Door

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Figure 27. Guide post door open.

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Loosen support bearing adjustment cap

3. screw (see Figure 28).

Adjusting Blade

Guide Bearings

Support

Bearing

Adjustment

Cap Screw

Support Bearing

Figure 28. Upper support bearing assembly and

controls.

4. Position support bearing approximately 0.016" away from the back of the blade, as illustrated in Figure 29. This can be measured with a feeler gauge.

Note: The main purpose of this adjustment is

to prevent the blade from being pushed backward far enough that the blade guides will contact (and ruin) the "tooth set" of the blade during cutting operations.

The blade guide bearings can be adjusted leftto-right, as well as front-to-back, relative to the blade. Properly adjusted blade guide bearings provide side-to-side support, from just behind the gullets to the back of the blade, 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.

Important: Make sure the blade is tracking and tensioned correctly before performing this procedure (see Tensioning Blade on Page 21).

Tools Needed Qty

Hex Wrenches 2.5, 4mm .............................1 Ea.

Flat Head Screwdriver

To adjust blade guides:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

⁄4" .................................. 1

0.016''

Figure 29. Bearing positioned 0.016" away from

back of blade.

5. 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.

2. Loosen guide block cap screw shown in Figure 30, then laterally position guide bear-

ings just behind blade gullets, as illustrated in Figure 31 on Page 24, then tighten cap screw to secure setting.

Note: The guide bearings should be posi-

tioned behind the gullets a distance equal to that of the support bearing behind the blade (see Page 22 for reference).

Guide

Bearing

Adjustment

Screw

(1 of 2)

Guide Bearing

(1 of 2)

Guide Block

Cap Screw

Guide Bearing

Lock Screw

(1 of 2)

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Figure 30. Upper guide bearing components.

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Approximately

0.016" Blade

Guide

Bearing

(1 of 2)

Blade

Gullets

Figure 31. Blade guide bearing positioned just

behind blade gullets.

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.

3. Loosen guide bearing lock screws (see Figure 30 on Page 23).

Loosen both guide bearing adjustment

screws (see Figure 30 on Page 23), then position guide bearings so they evenly and lightly touch sides of blade (see illustration in Figure 33) without deflecting it one way or the other.

Note: When the blade guide bearings are

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

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

32). 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

“Tooth Set” Wider Than

Blade Thickness

Figure 32. Illustration of blade "tooth set".

Figure 33. Blade guide bearings evenly and

lightly touching the sides of the blade.

5. Tighten guide bearing lock screws.

6. Re-tighten cap screws to secure settings.

Re-check the setting after tightening.

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.

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Aligning Table

To ensure cutting accuracy, the table should be aligned so that the miter slot is parallel to the bandsaw blade.

Items Needed Qty

Precision Straightedge ...................................... 1

Precision Ruler Hex Wrench 6mm

.................................................. 1

.............................................. 1

5. Loosen trunnion cap screws that secure table (see Figure 35).

To align table:

Make sure blade is tracking properly and cor-

rectly tensioned (refer to Pages 18 & 21).

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

Place straightedge along blade so it barely

touches both front and back of blade without going across a tooth (see Figure 34).

Measure distance between straightedge and

miter slot (see Figure 34). Distance should be same at front and back of table.

— If distance is same at front and back of

table, no adjustment is necessary.

— If distance is not same at front and back

of table, it must be adjusted; proceed to Step 5.

Cap Screws

(3 of 4)

Figure 35. Location of trunnion cap screws.

6. Adjust table until distance between straight-

edge and miter slot is same at front and back of table.

Taking care not to move table, retighten trun-

nion cap screws, then repeat adjustment.

Step 4 to verify

Blade

Miter

Slot

Figure 34. Example of placing a straightedge

along blade and measuring to miter slot.

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Aligning Fence

To ensure cutting accuracy, the fence should be aligned parallel to the blade. This is achieved by aligning the fence to the miter slot.

Occasionally, even after aligning the fence,

Note:

a symptom known as "blade lead" will develop, requiring the fence to be skewed slightly to compensate for the blade lead problem. Refer to Blade Lead, beginning on Page 49 for more information on blade lead and skewing the fence.

Tools Needed Qty

Hex Wrenches 3, 5mm ................................1 Ea.

To align fence:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Make sure table is aligned with blade (see Aligning Table on Page 25 for instruc-

tions).

5. Remove (2) cover caps and loosen (2) fence adjustment cap screws (see Figure 36).

x 2

Miter

Slot

Figure 36. Location of cover caps and fence

adjustment cap screws.

6. Adjust fence parallel with miter slot, then tighten cap screws from Step 5.

7. Install cover caps.

Make sure fence is square to table (see

3. Fence-to-Table Squareness on Page 48

for instructions).

Install fence on right side of blade, aligned

with edge of miter slot (see Figure 36), then lock it in place.

— If fence is parallel with miter slot, no

adjustment is necessary.

— If fence is not parallel with miter slot, pro-

ceed to Step 5.

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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,

training from experienced machine operators, and do additional research outside of this manual by reading "how-to" 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

To complete a typical operation, the operator does the following:

Examines the workpiece to make sure it is

suitable for cutting.

Adjusts the table tilt, if necessary, to the cor-

rect angle of the desired cut.

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.

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.

Checks to make sure the workpiece can safe-

ly pass all the way through the blade without interference from other objects.

⁄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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Puts on safety glasses and a respirator.

7. Starts the dust collector and bandsaw.

8. If necessary, turns on laser guide.

9. 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.

Turns off laser guide (if necessary) and stops

10.

the bandsaw.

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Children or untrained people can be

. This

To help prevent unsupervised operation,

switch before leaving

A properly adjusted bandsaw can be safer to 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

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: Disabling the switch only restricts its function. It is not a substitute for disconnecting machine from power when adjusting or servicing.

• 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.

Figure 37. Disabling switch by removing key.

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

Adjusting Upper

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 cementitious 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.

Blade 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 38, allows the upper blade guide assembly to be quickly adjusted for height.

Guide Post Lock Knob

Guide Post

Control

Knob

Figure 38. Guide post, lock, and control knobs.

To adjust height of upper blade guides:

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

⁄4") workpiece.

⁄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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Re-tighten lock knob to secure setting.

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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 39). For more accurate results use a protractor.

Lock

Lever

Tilt

Adjustment

Knob

Tilt Scale

Figure 39. Table tilt controls.

To tilt the table:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Loosen table lock lever shown in Figure 39.

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.

• Curve Cutting: Use the chart in Figure 40 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.

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Blade Width

Cutting Radius

Figure 40. 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 41 illustrates the three main blade tooth

styles:

Raker Skip Hook

Figure 41. 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.

while handling to reduce

are:

• 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

4. Remove table insert, wing bolt, lock wash-

er, flat washer, and D-nut from table (see

Figure 42).

Figure 42. Table insert, wing bolt, lock washer,

flat washer, and D-nut removed from table.

Open upper and lower wheel covers.

Disconnect bandsaw from

machine is started during this procedure.

Bandsaw blades are sharp

Wear heavy leather gloves

the risk of being cut.

To change the blade:

6. Adjust blade guide post all the way down, then

pivot guide post door open (see Figure 43).

Guide

Post

Door

Figure 43. Guide post door pivoted open.

7. Adjust blade guide post all the way up, and

move blade guides completely away from blade.

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Move blade tension quick-release lever to left

to release blade tension.

3. Remove miter gauge and fence from table.

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Put on heavy leather gloves.

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Slip blade off of wheels, slide it through table

slot (see Figure 44), and remove it from machine.

Figure 44. Example of removing blade.

10. Position new blade so teeth are facing you

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

Ripping

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

To make a rip cut:

Adjust fence to match width of cut on your

workpiece, then lock fence in place.

Adjust blade guide assembly to proper height

above workpiece.

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 45 shows an example of a ripping operation.

Note: If teeth will not point downward in

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

Slip blade over wheels while making sure it

11.

is properly positioned between blade guards and guides.

Engage blade tension quick-release lever,

12.

then tension blade (see Tensioning Blade on Page 21 for details).

Adjust blade tracking (see Blade Tracking

13.

on Page 18).

Adjust upper/lower support bearings and

14. blade guides (see Adjusting Blade Support Bearings on Page 22).

Close guide post door and wheel covers

15.

and re-install fence components removed in

Steps 3–4.

Figure 45. 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!

Make sure fence is parallel to miter slot

16.

and, if necessary, adjust alignment (see Page 26).

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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.

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Crosscutting

Resawing

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:

Mark workpiece on edge where you want to

begin cut.

Adjust the blade guide assembly to the cor-

rect height.

Adjust the miter gauge to the correct angle

needed for cut.

Move fence out of the way. Place workpiece

evenly against miter gauge, then line up mark with blade.

"Resawing" means cutting the thickness of a board into two or more thinner boards (see Figure 47 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 section beginning on Page 49 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.

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 46 shows an example of a crosscutting operation.

Figure 46. Example of a crosscutting operation

with the miter gauge.

Figure 47. 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.

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Cutting Curves

Stacked Cuts

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.

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:

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!)

Lay out the shape you intend to cut on face of

top piece.

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.

Width Min. Radius

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

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

1⁄4'' .........................................5⁄8''

3⁄8'' ......................................... 11⁄4''

Cut stack of pieces as though you were cut-

ting a single piece. Follow your layout line with blade kerf on the waste side of your line (see Figure 48 for an example of a stacked cut setup).

Figure 48. 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.

Supercut® 62" Bandsaw Blades

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.

MODEL LENGTH WIDTH TPI GAUGE

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

⁄4" 6 Hook 0.014

⁄4" 14 Raker 0.014

⁄4" 24 Raker 0.014

⁄8" 6 Hook 0.014

⁄8" 14 Raker 0.014

Timber Wolf® 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.

MODEL LENGTH WIDTH TPI GAUGE

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

⁄4" 4 Pos Claw 0.025

⁄4" 6 Pos Claw 0.025

⁄4" 10 Raker 0.025

⁄8" 4 Pos Claw 0.025

⁄8" 6 Pos Claw 0.025

⁄8" 10 Raker 0.025

Figure 49. The Missing Shop Manual: Bandsaw.

T33235—Bandsaw 3-in-1 Alignment Hook Rule

This three-in-one bandsaw companion functions as a hook ruler, a compass to draw circles, and a tool to help align your blade. Measuring 12" in

length, there are

⁄16 ", 1⁄32", and 2mm increments

on the front of the ruler.

Front

Back

Figure 50. T33235 Bandsaw 3-in-1 Alignment

Hook Rule.

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G1163P—1 HP Floor-Model Dust Collector

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

G0710—1 HP Wall-Mount Dust Collector G3591—30 Micron Replacement Bag

Excellent point-of-use dust collectors that can be used next to the machine with only a small amount of ducting. Specifications: 537 CFM, 7.2" static pressure, 1.5 cubic foot bag, and 30-micron filter. Motor is 1 H P, 120V/240V, 7A /3.5A.

Model G0710

Model G1163P

T2 15 78 —12 " Beveled Straight Edges w/Scale T21579—24" Beveled Straight Edges w/Scale T21580—36" Beveled Straight Edges w/Scale

These bevel straight edges are made from hardened steel and feature a satin chrome finish and are ground and lapped for straightness and parallelism. Each straight edge offers true right angles for all edges, along with a beveled edge with scale

in US standard.

/64" graduations.

Figure 51. Point-of-use dust collectors.

W1025—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.

W1025

W1317

D4206

D4202

Figure 53. Beveled Straight Edges.

D319 7—2 4" Aluminum Ruler with Handle D2828—12" Stainless Steel Ruler T25676—6" Stainless Steel Ruler

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 making wheel alignment adjustments.

D3197

D2828

T25676

G9639

Figure 54. Measuring tools.

W1053

W1007

D4226

Figure 52. Dust collection accessories.

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

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 13" x 23" x 1" and is 30

⁄2 " from the

floor. Bottom measures 21" x 32". 700 lb. capacity!

D2273— Single-Roller Stand

This super heavy-duty roller stand features convenient hand knobs for fast height adjustment. Invaluable for supporting work on machines of

varying heights. Adjusts from 26

⁄2 " to 45". 250 lb.

capacity.

Figure 57. D2273 Single-Roller Stand.

Figure 55. D2056 Tool Table.

D3304—Heavy-Duty Workbench System

Square column legs make this Heavy-Duty Workbench System one of the sturdiest around. The 28" x 28" footprint is ideal for smaller carving benches or to support heavy machines. Legs are 32" high. Maple top and shelf not included.

T10456—Heavy-Duty Anti-Fatigue Mat 3' x 5'

This Heavy-Duty Anti-Fatigue Mat features beveled edges and no-slip tread for safety and comfort. Open-hole design allows liquid to drain through, so it's perfect for wet or oily conditions.

Measures 3' wide x 5' long x

⁄8" thick.

Figure 58. T10456 Anti-Fatigue Mat.

Figure 56. D3304 Workbench System.

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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE

To reduce risk of shock or accidental startup, always disconnect machine from

Cleaning &

Lubricating

power before adjustments, maintenance, or service.

Schedule

For optimum performance from this machine, this maintenance schedule must be strictly followed.

Ongoing

To maintain a low risk of injury and proper machine operation, if you ever observe any of the items below, shut down the machine immediately and fix the problem before continuing operations:

• Loose mounting bolts.

• Damaged saw blade. Worn or damaged wires.

• Any other unsafe condition.

•

Monthly

• Check belt for tension, damage, or wear.

• Remove blade and thoroughly clean all built-

up sawdust from the rubber tires on the wheels.

• Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside cabi-

net and off motor.

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 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

Motor & Electrical

Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution

Machine does not start or a breaker trips.

Machine stalls or is underpowered.

Machine has vibration or noisy operation.

Blade starts, but chip blower does not.

1. Switch disabling key removed.

2. Incorrect power supply voltage or circuit size.

3. Power supply circuit breaker tripped or fuse blown.

4. Wiring broken, disconnected, or corroded.

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 blade.

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. Motor or machine component loose.

2. Blade weld at fault/teeth broken.

3. Belt worn or loose.

4. Motor fan rubbing on fan cover.

5. Motor mount loose/broken.

6. Pulley loose.

7. Machine mounted incorrectly.

8. Motor bearings at fault.

1. Chip blower fan dirty or loaded with chips.

2. Motor overheating.

3. Wiring broken, disconnected, or corroded.

4. Motor or motor bearings at fault.

5. Transformer 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. Fix broken wires or disconnected/corroded connections.

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 blade (Page 32).

4. Use correct blade.

5. Straighten or replace workpiece/adjust fence.

6. Adjust blade tension (Page 21). Clean tires/blade.

7. Clean oil/grease from belt. Tension (Page 43)/ replace belt (Page 44); ensure pulleys are aligned.

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

9. Test/repair/replace.

10. Replace loose pulley/shaft.

1. Inspect/replace damaged bolts/nuts, and retighten

with thread locking uid.

2. Replace blade (Page 32).

3. Inspect/replace belt (Page 44).

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

5. Tighten/replace.

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

7. Tighten mounting bolts; relocate/shim machine.

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

1. Clean chip blower fan.

2. Clean motor and let cool.

3. Fix broken wires or disconnected/corroded connections.

4. Replace motor.

5. Inspect transformer; replace if at fault.

Note: Please gather

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Motor & Electrical (Cont.)

Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution

LED or laser guide does not illuminate.

1. Lens covered with dust.

2. Batteries dead.

3. LED/laser unit at fault.

1. Clean lens.

2. Replace batteries (Page 50).

3. Replace LED/laser unit.

Operation

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.

Miter bar binds in miter slot.

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 insufcient 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 uttering.

4. Blade tracking incorrect.

5. Blade has missing or bent teeth.

6. Blade has a faulty weld.

1. Table tilt lock lever tightened.

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. Adjust blade tension (Page 21).

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 32).

6. Adjust blade tracking (Page 18).

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 32).

10. Replace or re-install tire.

11. Align table and fence with blade (Pages 25–26).

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. Reinstall blade if necessary (Page 32).

6. Adjust wheels so they are coplanar (Page 45).

7. Replace blade (Page 32).

8. Replace blade (Page 32).

9. Adjust fence parallelism with blade (Page 26).

1. Decrease feed rate.

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

3. Increase blade tension as required (Page 21).

4. Adjust blade tracking (Page 18).

5. Replace blade (Page 32).

6. Replace blade (Page 32).

1. Loosen table tilt lock lever.

2. Remove sawdust or pitch.

3. Remove burrs.

1. Carefully clean miter slot.

2. Replace.

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Operation (Cont.)

Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution

Blade tracks incorrectly, or comes off wheels.

Cut is crooked or blade wanders (blade lead).

Blade dulls prematurely.

Backside of blade deformation/ cracking.

Sawdust buildup inside cabinet.

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. 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 tracking (Page 18).

2. Adjust wheel coplanarity (Page 45).

3. Increase blade tension (Page 21).

4. Adjust blade guides (Pages 22–23).

5. Feed workpiece slower.

6. Install correct blade.

7. Install new blade (Page 32) and remove tension

from blade when not in use.

8. Replace wheel tires.

1. Adjust feed rate and cutting speed as required.

2. Increase blade tension (Page 21).

3. Replace blade (Page 32).

4. Adjust upper blade guide as close to workpiece as

possible (Pages 22–23).

5. Use wider blade.

6. Adjust blade tracking (Page 18).

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

8. Align table and fence with blade (Pages 25–26).

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

10. Replace blade (Page 32).

11. Use a blade with fewer TPI.

12. Increase blade tension (Page 21).

1. Use blade with correct TPI.

2. Use correct feed pressure.

3. Replace blade (Page 32).

4. Increase blade tension (Page 21). Clean wheel tire.

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

1. Reduce feed pressure.

2. Adjust blade tension (Page 21).

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

4. Replace guides.

5. Adjust tracking (Page 18).

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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 44.

Tool Needed Qty

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

Checking Belt Tension

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

Open lower wheel cover.

Adjusting Belt Tension

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Loosen motor mount cap screws shown in Figure 60.

Motor Mount

Cap Screws

Figure 60. Location of motor mount cap screws

used for adjusting belt tension.

3. Check belt condition and deflection. The belt

is properly tensioned if there is approximately

⁄4" deflection. Deflection is checked by push-

ing belt with moderate pressure, as shown in Figure 59, and noting how much it moves.

— If the belt is not properly tensioned,

perform the Adjusting Belt Tension procedure.

Pulley

Approximately

Deflection

Pulley

⁄4"

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

Check belt tension. If necessary, repeat

4. Steps 2–3 until there is approximately 1⁄4"

deflection in the belt.

Close wheel cover.

Figure 59. Checking belt tension.

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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 61) and remove lower wheel.

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

Items Needed Qty

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

Retaining Ring Pliers Heavy Leather Gloves (Pair) Replacement Belt (Part # P0803Z068)

To replace the belt:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Put on heavy leather gloves and remove blade from machine (refer to Changing Blade on Page 32).

Loosen motor mount cap screws (see Figure

3. 60 on Page 43).

Pivot motor to the left (as viewed from back

of bandsaw) to release belt tension.

......................................... 1

............................. 1

............. 1

Belt

External

Retaining Ring

Figure 61. Example of belt change components

inside lower wheel cover.

Install new belt on both pulleys, and then re-

install wheel and retaining ring.

Properly tension belt, as instructed in

8. Adjusting Belt Tension on Page 43.

Replace blade (see Page 32), properly

track and tension it (see Pages 18 & 21), and then adjust guide and support bearings.

Open lower wheel cover and remove belt

from motor pulley.

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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.

Items Needed Qty

Precision Straightedge 3'. .................................. 1

Fine Ruler

.......................................................... 1

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 63 to determine how to proceed with alignment adjustments.

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

62.

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 62. Example of checking if 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 63. Wheel alignment illustration.

Lower wheel is not

laterally aligned with

upper wheel: Adjust

rear adjustment set

bolts to tilt lower wheel

left/right.

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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.

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:

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

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

lel with lower wheel.

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 64. The distance measured with the ruler is the distance this wheel must be shimmed.

Close wheel covers.

10.

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 65, 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 45), and troubleshoot all other possible solutions (see Troubleshooting on Page 40) prior to adjusting the lower wheel shaft position.

Figure 64. Example of measuring the distance

to shim the wheel to be coplanar.

Remove blade.

5. Remove wheel to be shimmed. Place as

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

Re-install wheel and secure it in place.

7. Re-install blade and properly tension it.

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Rear Adjustment

Bolts w/Hex Nuts

Figure 65. Location of rear lateral adjustment

components.

Items Needed Qty

Precision Straightedge 3'. .................................. 1

Open-End Wrench or Socket 10mm

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................. 1

To adjust lower wheel laterally:

Straightedge

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

4. Mark upper and lower wheels with a pencil or

marker to indicate measuring locations (see

Figure 66).

2. Remove fence and table from machine.

3. Check wheels at A and B locations (see Figure 66). The wheels should align.

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

eral adjustment (see Figure 67); proceed to Step 4.

Upper Wheel

Straightedge

A1 B1

B2 A2

Note: Marking the wheels ensures more

accurate results in case there are irregularities in the wheels.

Loosen hex nuts on rear left and right adjust-

ment bolts (see Figure 65 on Page 46).

Rotate left and right adjustment bolts until

lower wheel is coplanar with upper wheel, see Figure 67.

Viewed From Above

Requires lateral

adjustment

After lateral adjustment

Straightedge

Lower Wheel

Figure 66. Example of using a straightedge to

check lateral wheel alignment.

Figure 67. Before and after lateral wheel align-

ment (viewed from above).

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

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Adjusting Fence

The fence face must be square to the table in order to produce accurate cuts. The fence is adjustable with two set screws where the fence sits on the front rail.

When the fence is secured on the rail with the fence handle, the fence should not move in order for a workpiece to be safely fed past the blade. If you notice any sloppiness or play in the fence when the fence handle has been tightened, adjust the fence base tightness.

Fence Adjustment

Set Screw

(1 of 2)

Base

Adjustment

Fence

Base

Set Screw

(1 of 2)

90° Square

Fence

Table

Figure 69. Example of checking fence square-

ness to table.

3. Adjust (2) fence adjustment set screws shown in Figure 68 until fence is square to table.

. Refer to Aligning Fence on Page 26 to

align fence to blade and miter slot before operating machine.

Fence Base Tightness

Tools Needed Qty

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

Phillips Head Screwdriver #2

To adjust fence base tightness:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

............................ 1

Figure 68. Location of fence and base adjust-

ment components.

Fence-to-Table Squareness

Tools Needed Qty

90° Square ........................................................ 1

Hex Wrench 3mm

To adjust fence-to-table squareness:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

. Place square on table against face of fence

(see Figure 69) to check if fence is square to table.

— If fence is square to table, no adjustment

is required.

— If fence is not square to table, proceed to

Step 3.

.............................................. 1

. Lock fence in place on rail and attempt to

move fence base (see Figure 68).

— If there is not movement, no adjustment is

required.

— If there is movement, proceed to Step 3.

. Evenly tighten (2) base adjustment set screws

shown in Figure 68 until fence base does not move.

Note: If you have tightened base adjustment

set screws and there is still movement in fence base, tighten (4) Phillips head screws on underside of base.

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Blade Lead

Bandsaw blades may wander off the cut line when sawing, as shown in Figure 70. This is called blade lead.

Make sure miter slot and fence are parallel

to blade line (see Aligning Table on Page 25 and Aligning Fence on Page 26 procedures for detailed information).

Perform test cut with bandsaw.

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

Figure 70. Example of blade lead.

Tool Needed Qty

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

— If there is still blade lead present, com-

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

Skewing Fence

1. Cut a piece of scrap wood approximately 3⁄4"

thick x 3" wide x 17" long. On wide face of board, draw a straight line parallel to long edge.

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.

Clamp board to bandsaw table, then slide

fence over to board so it barely touches one end of board.

4. Loosen the two fence adjustment cap screws, skew fence so that it is parallel with scrap piece, then re-tighten cap screws.

Make a few cuts using fence.

Correcting Blade Lead

1. Make sure blade is properly tensioned and

blade guides are adjusted correctly.

Use less pressure when feeding workpiece

through cut.

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— If blade lead is still present, repeat

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

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Adjusting

Replacing LED/

Laser Guide

If the laser guide beam does not illuminate directly down the path of the blade, it needs adjustment.

To adjust laser guide:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Turn laser guide ON, then turn laser module

thumb nut until beam illuminates directly down length of blade (see Figures 71–72).

Laser

Module

Laser Guide

Batteries

To replace the LED/laser guide batteries, simply open the LED/laser unit cover (see Figure 73) and replace the batteries, matching positive and negative terminals. Replace the cover when done.

Items Needed Qty

AA Batteries ...................................................... 2

LED/Laser Unit Cover

Thumb Nut

Figure 71. Laser module and thumb nut.

Length of

Laser Guide

Beam

Figure 72. Laser guide components.

3. Turn laser guide OFF.

Blade

Figure 73. Location of LED/laser unit cover.

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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 stated in this manual, and study this section carefully.

If there are differences between your machine and what is shown in this section, call Technical Support at (570) 546-9663 for assistance BEFORE making any changes to the wiring on your machine. An updated wiring diagram may be available.

number and manufacture date of your

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

SECTION 8: WIRING

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 (570) 546-9663.

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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Bandsaw BodyBandsaw Column

120V

Feng 009F

Transformer

ON/OFF Switch

KEDU HY18

250V 12A

Wiring Diagram

Chip Blower Motor

Nanjing

12V 3.5W

Neutral

Hot

Ground

120VAC

5-15 Plug

120V Motor

Run Capacitor

20uF 250-350VAC

Ground

Figure 74. Motor and run capacitor wiring. Figure 75. ON/OFF switch wiring.

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39-6

39-1

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162

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39-4

39-5

150

170

172

167

174

173

SECTION 9: PARTS

Main

151V3

38V2

155V2

11V2

168

134

172

173

55V2

174

11V2

152

160

143V2

153

154

54V2

180

2V2

147

159V2

168

149

140

102

103

143

137

138

139

144

111

116

101V2

110

166

147

119V2

160

169

112

117

100

163

118

123V2

51V2

148

132

166

163

104

164

128V2

142

141

145

146

113

164

120V2

179

125

147

114

105

109

165

135

136

147

18 115

165

108

107

106

107

106

121

120

126

127 124V2

149

105

129V2 128V2

130

131

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Main Parts List

46 P0803Z046 CHIP BLOWER FAN COVER 101V2 P0803Z101V2 FLAT HD SCR M5-.8 X 10 V2.12.23

REF P ART # DES CRIP TI ON REF PART # DESCRI PTIO N

1 P0803Z001 KNOB BOLT M6-1 X 20, D21, TAPERED KN 47 P0803Z047 KNOB BOLT M8-1.25 X 14, D32, 6-LOBE 2 P0803Z002 FLAT WAS HER 6MM 48 P0803Z048 COMPRESSION SPRING 1 X 13 X 18 2V2 P0803Z002V2 FLAT WASHER 6 X 16 X 1.5MM V2.12.23 49 P0803Z049 FLAT WAS HER 8MM 3 P0803Z003 MITER GAUGE BODY W/SCALE 50 P0803Z050 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 10 4 P0803Z004 PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 6 51V2 P0803Z051V2 PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 6 V2. 01.22 5 P0803Z005 FLAT WAS HER 4MM 52 P0803Z052 DUST PORT 2" 6 P0803Z006 MITER GAUGE SCALE POINTER 53 P0803Z053 FOAM GASKET 8 X 5 X 120 7 P0803Z007 MITER B AR 54V2 P0803Z054V2 FRAME V2.05.24 8 P0803Z008 TABLE INSERT 55 P0803Z055 HEX BOLT M6-1 X 16 9 P0803Z009 TABLE 55V2 P0803Z055V2 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 20 V2.12.23 10 P0803Z010 "D" NUT M6- 1 56 P0803Z056 WHEEL SHAFT (LOWER) 11 P0803Z011 FLAT WA SHER 6 MM 57 P0803Z057 TIMING BELT PULLEY (WHEEL) 11V2 P0803Z011V2 FENDER WASHER 6MM V2.12.23 58 P0803Z058 BALL BEARING 6000-2RS 12 P0803Z012 LOCK WASHER 6MM 59 P0803Z059 TIMING BELT PULLEY (MOTOR) 13 P0803Z013 WING BOLT M6-1 X 16 60 P0803Z060 FENDER WAS HER 5MM 14 P0803Z014 HEX NUT M1 0-1 . 5 61 P0803Z061 BUTTON HD CAP SCR M5- . 8 X 8 15 P0803Z015 PUSH S TI CK 62 P0803Z062 SWI TCH MO UNTI NG PLA TE 16 P0803Z016 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 12 63 P0803Z063 GRI ZZL Y PA DDLE S WI TCH 17 P0803Z017 LOCK WASHER 5MM 64 P0803Z064 WHEEL (LOWER) 18 P0803Z018 FLAT WA SHER 5 MM 65 P0803Z065 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 16 19 P0803Z019 PUSH STICK HOLDER 66 P0803Z066 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 10 20 P0803Z020 HEX NUT M6 -1 67 P0803Z067 EXT RETA I NI NG RI NG 1 0MM 21 P0803Z021 HEX BOLT M6-1 X 25 68 P0803Z068 TIMING BELT 22 P0803Z022 ADJUSTABLE HANDLE 60L, M8-1.25 X 25 69 P0803Z069 RUBBER FO OT FRONT L EFT/ REAR RI GHT 23 P0803Z023 FENDER WA SHER 8 MM 70 P0803Z070 SCALE 24 P0803Z024 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 14 71 P0803Z071 FENCE RAIL CAP (LEFT) 25 P0803Z025 TRUNNI O N W/ S CALE 72 P0803Z072 FENCE RAI L CAP (RIGHT) 26 P0803Z026 STANDO FF-ROUND FF M6 -1 X 14 73 P0803Z073 FENCE RA I L 27 P0803Z027 SHOULDER SCREW M5-.8 X 10, 8 X 35 75 P0803Z075 QUICK-RELEASE LEVER 8 X 95 28 P0803Z028 COMPRESSION SPRING 0.8 X 10 X 25 76 P0803Z076 SET SCREW M5-.8 X 6 29 P0803Z029 GEARED KNOB 8 X 39, D46, 12T 77 P0803Z077 QUICK-RELEASE ECCENTRIC SHAFT 30 P0803Z030 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 8 78 P0803Z078 WAVY WASHER 16 X 21 X 0.3MM 31 P0803Z031 TABLE TILT SCALE POINTER 79 P0803Z079 QUICK-RELEASE MOUNT BRACKET 32 P0803Z032 FLAT WA SHER 8 MM 80 P0803Z080 QUI CK-RE LEA SE E CCENTRI C BUSHI NG 33 P0803Z033 CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 14 81 P0803Z081 KNOB BOLT M8-1.25 X 35, D32, 6-LOBE 34 P0803Z034 TRANSFORMER FENG 009F 120V 82 P0803Z082 DOOR LOCK CAM KNOB 40D 35 P0803Z035 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 8 83 P0803Z083 SHOULDER SCREW M5-.8 X 6, 8 X 12 36 P0803Z036 LOCK WASHER 5MM 84 P0803Z084 RUBBER TUBE 8 X 40 37 P0803Z037 EXT TO OTH WAS HER 5MM 85 P0803Z085 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 20 38 P0803Z038 CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 20 86 P0803Z086 CARRYI NG HANDL E 38V2 P0803Z038V2 CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 30 V2.12.23 87 P0803Z087 LOC-LINE 1/2 NPT, 15" 39 P0803Z039 MOTOR 1/3HP 120V 1-PH 88 P0803Z088 HEX NUT M12-1.25 THIN BRASS 39-1 P0803Z039-1 MOTOR FAN COVER 89 P0803Z089 KNOB W/SHAFT 6 X 22, D32, 6-LOBE 39-2 P0803Z039-2 MOTOR FAN 90 P0803Z090 WAVY WASHER 6MM 39-3 P0803Z039-3 CAPACITOR COVER 91 P0803Z091 SET SCREW M4-.7 X 4 39-4 P0803Z039-4 R CAPACITOR 20M 250-350V 1-3/8 X 2-3/8 92 P0803Z092 ADJUSTMENT KNOB SEAT 39-5 P0803Z039-5 BALL BEARING 6201ZZ (REAR) 93 P0803Z093 GEAR 10T 39-6 P0803Z039-6 BALL BEARING 6202ZZ (FRONT) 94 P0803Z094 L OCK NUT M5 -. 8 40 P0803Z040 POWER CORD 18G 3W 80" 5-15P 95 P0803Z095 UPPER BLADE GUIDE BLOCK 41 P0803Z041 STRAIN RELIEF TYPE-1 1/2 96 P0803Z096 SQUARE NUT M8-1.25 42 P0803Z042 CHIP BLOWER MOTOR COVER 97 P0803Z097 BUTTON HD CAP SCR M6- 1 X 8 43 P0803Z043 CHIP BLOWER MOTOR 3.5W 12V 98 P0803Z098 BLADE GUIDE LIMIT PLATE 44 P0803Z044 TAP SCREW M3 X 6 99 P0803Z099 FLAT HD SCR M4 -. 7 X 8 45 P0803Z045 CHIP BLOWER FAN 100 P0803Z100 BLADE COVER (LOWER)

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Main Parts List (Cont.)

138 P0803Z138 COMPRESSION SPRING 2.5 X 14 X 64

REF PART # DES CRIP TI ON REF PART # DE S CRIP TI ON

102 P0803Z102 WHEEL BRUSH SEAT 139 P0803Z139 CARRIAGE BOLT M8-1.25 X 80

103 P0803Z103 WHEEL BRUSH 140 P0803Z140 WHE EL A DJ US TMENT BRA CKET 104 P0803Z104 BLADE GUIDE BLOCK (LOWER) 141 P0803Z141 QUICK-RELEASE PIVOT SHAFT 8 X 90 105 P0803Z105 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 12 142 P0803Z142 EXT RETAINI NG RI NG 8MM PUSH-ON 106 P0803Z106 SHOULDER SCREW M5-.8 X 10, 6 X 6 143 P0803Z143 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 8 107 P0803Z107 BALL BEARING 606-2RS 143V2 P0803Z143V2 TAP SCREW M4.8 X 10 V2.12.23 108 P0803Z108 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 16 144 P0803Z144 LOCK WASHER 10MM 109 P0803Z109 BLADE GUIDE ROD (LOWER) 145 P0803Z145 WHEEL MO UNT PLA TE 110 P0803Z110 BLADE GUIDE (LOWER) 146 P0803Z146 WHEEL SHAFT (UPPER) 111 P0803Z111 BLADE GUIDE SLIDING COVER (UPPER) 147 P0803Z147 I NT RETA I NI NG RI NG 26MM 112 P0803Z112 BLADE GUIDE COVER (UPPER) 148 P0803Z148 WHEEL (UPPER) 113 P0803Z113 COMPRESSION SPRING 0.7 X 5 X 5 149 P0803Z149 BANDSAW TIRE 9-5/16" 114 P0803Z114 BLADE GUIDE DOOR (UPPER) 150 P0803Z150 BLADE 62" X 1/4" X .014" 6-TPI HOOK 115 P0803Z115 BLADE GUIDE ROD (UPPER) 151V3 P0803Z151V3 WHEEL COVER (UPPER) V3.05.24 116 P0803Z116 TAP SCREW M4 X 10 152 P0803Z152 BLADE VIEW WINDOW, PLASTIC 117 P0803Z117 BLADE GUIDE (UPPER) 153 P0803Z153 GRIZZLY NAMEPLATE-MINI 118 P0803Z118 FE NCE END CA P 154 P0803Z154 PHLP HD SCR M3-.5 X 6 119V2 P0803Z119V2 FENCE V2.01.22 155V2 P0803Z155V2 LED/LASER UNIT V2.12.23 120 P0803Z120 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 8 159V2 P0803Z159V2 WHEEL COVER (LOWER) V2.05.24 120V2 P0803Z120V2 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 12 V2.12.23 160 P0803Z160 S TANDOFF- SE- ROUND F M5- . 8 , 1 7 121 P0803Z121 FENCE HOLE PLUG 161 P0803Z161 HEX WRENCH 2.5MM 123V2 P0803Z123V2 FENCE BASE CLIP V2.01.22 162 P0803Z162 HE X WRENCH 4 MM 124V2 P0803Z124V2 FENCE BASE V2.01.22 163 P0803Z163 BEARING SHAFT 125 P0803Z125 L OCK NUT M6 -1 164 P0803Z164 BALL BEARING 696-2RS 126 P0803Z126 PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 6 165 P0803Z165 E-CLIP 5MM 127 P0803Z127 FENCE POINTER 166 P0803Z166 SET SCREW M5-.8 X 5 128V2 P0803Z128V2 SET SCREW M6-1 X 12 DOG-PT V2.12.23 167 P0803Z167 HEX NUT M3 -. 5 129V2 P0803Z129V2 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 35 V2.01.22 168 P0803Z168 RUB BER FO OT FRONT RI GHT/ REA R LEFT 130 P0803Z130 FE NCE HANDL E LOCKI NG CAM 169 P0803Z169 WRENCH 10 X 12MM OPEN-ENDS 131 P0803Z131 FIXED HANDLE 32 X 76, M6-1 X 12 170 P0803Z170 HE X WRENCH 5 MM 132 P0803Z132 NO ZZLE CO NNECTOR 172 P0803Z172 WHEEL COVER HINGE 134 P0803Z134 PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 10 173 P0803Z173 PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 8 135 P0803Z135 SPRING PLATE 174 P0803Z174 TAP SCREW M3.5 X 10 136 P0803Z136 PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 6 179 P0803Z179 FLAT WASHER 6 X 16 X 1.5MM 137 P0803Z137 KNOB M8-1.25, D50, 5-LOBE 180 P0803Z180 GROMMET 3/8"

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205V3 P0803Z205V3 MACHINE ID LABEL V3.12.23 211 P0803Z211 TOUCH-UP PAINT, GRIZZLY GREEN

201

206

200

Labels & Cosmetics

G0803Z

211

210

209

208

WARNING!

To reduce risk of death or serious injury, read manual BEFORE using machine. To get a new manual, call (800) 523-4777 or go to www.grizzly.com.

207

grizzly.com

202V2

CAUTION!

LASER RADIATION! Do not stare into beam. Class: II Wavelength: 650nm Max. Output: 5mW

204

WARNING!

EYE/LUNG INJURY

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

Specifications

Motor: 1/3 HP, 120V, 1-Ph, 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: 9" Max. Cutting Height: 3-5/8" Table Size: 11-3/4" x 11-3/4"

Table Tilt: 0˚L ⁄ 45˚R

Weight: 42 lbs.

Mfd. for Grizzly in Taiwan

Date

S/N

INJURY HAZARD!

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

INJURY/SHOCK

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

203

INJURY HAZARD!

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

MODEL G0803Z

9" BENCHTOP BANDSAW

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.

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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.

WARNING!

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201

REF PART # DES CRIPTIO N REF PART # DESCRIP TION

200 P0803Z200 MODEL NUMBER LABEL 206 P0803Z206 GRIZZLY.COM LABEL 201 P0803Z201 DO NOT OPEN DOOR LABEL 207 P0803Z207 READ MANUAL LABEL 202V2 P0803Z202V2 LASER RADIATION LABEL V2.12.23 208 P0803Z208 ELECTRICITY LABEL-SMALL 203 P0803Z203 DISCONNECT 110V POWER LABEL 209 P0803Z209 ELECTRICITY LABEL-MEDIUM 204 P0803Z204 RESPIRATORY/GLASSES LABEL 210 P0803Z210 TOUCH-UP PAINT, GREY PUTTY

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WARRANTY & 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.

We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.

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.

In the event you need to use 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.

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.

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Grizzly G0803Z User guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Contact Info

Manual Accuracy

Identification

SECTION 1: SAFETY

Safety Instructions for Machinery

Additional Safety for Bandsaws

SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY

SECTION 3: SETUP

Unpacking

Needed for Setup

Inventory

Site Considerations

Bench Mounting

Assembly

Blade Tracking

Dust Collection

Test Run

Tensioning Blade

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

Aligning Table

Aligning Fence

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

Operation Overview

Disabling Switch

Tilting Table

Choosing Blades

Changing Blade

Ripping

Crosscutting

Resawing

Cutting Curves

Stacked Cuts

SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE

Schedule

SECTION 7: SERVICE

Troubleshooting

Replacing Belt

Wheel Alignment

Adjusting Fence

Blade Lead

SECTION 8: WIRING

Wiring Safety Instructions

Wiring Diagram

SECTION 9: PARTS

Main

Labels & Cosmetics

WARRANTY & RETURNS