Grizzly G0885 User Manual

MODEL G0885

5" PORTABLE METAL-CUTTING

BANDSAW

OWNER'S MANUAL

(For models manufactured since 04/19)

COPYRIGHT © MAY, 2019 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

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

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#AL20426 PRINTED IN TA I WAN

V1. 0 5.19

This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup,
operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this
document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators.

Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual
may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation,
electrocution, or death.

The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use.
This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in
a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization,
proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre­hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool
integrity, and the usage of personal protective equipment.

The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property damage
from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or misuse.

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

• Lead from lead-based paints.

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

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

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

Table of Contents

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

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

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

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

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

Machine Data Sheet ...................................... 5

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

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

Additional Safety for Metal Bandsaws ........... 8

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

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

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

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

Inventory ...................................................... 11

Cleanup ........................................................ 12

Site Considerations ...................................... 12

Bench Mounting ........................................... 13

Assembly ..................................................... 13

Test Run ...................................................... 14

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS ........................... 15

Operation Overview ..................................... 15

Blade Selection ............................................ 16

Changing Blade ........................................... 18

Tensioning Blade ......................................... 19

Blade Breakage ........................................... 19

Blade Care & Break-In ................................. 20

Blade Speed ................................................ 20

Blade Speed Chart ...................................... 21

Chip Inspection Chart .................................. 22

Feed Rate .................................................... 23

Work Stop .................................................... 23

Vise .............................................................. 23

Headstock Angle .......................................... 24

Operation Tips ............................................. 24

SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES ......................... 25

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE ......................... 26

Schedule ...................................................... 26

Cleaning & Protecting .................................. 26

Lubrication ................................................... 26

Replacing Motor Brushes ............................ 27

SECTION 7: SERVICE ................................... 28

Troubleshooting ........................................... 28

Adjusting Guide Bearings ............................ 30

Squaring Blade to Table .............................. 31

SECTION 8: WIRING ...................................... 32

Wiring Safety Instructions ............................ 32

Wiring Diagram ............................................ 33

SECTION 9: PARTS ....................................... 34

Main ............................................................. 34

Labels & Cosmetics ..................................... 36

WARRANTY & RETURNS ............................. 37

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INTRODUCTION

Contact Info

and manufacture date from the

Grizzly Technical Support

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

Email: [e-mail]

Grizzly Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Manual Accuracy

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Manufacture Date and Serial Number

Manufacture Date

Serial Number

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Identification

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

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

Blade Tension Knob

Blade Guide
Lock Handle

Blade

Motor

Wheel Cover

Work Stop

Headstock Locking Pin

Vise

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using machine.

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Controls &

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

Components

using machine.

Refer to the following figures and 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 minimize your risk of
injury when operating this machine.

Control or Component Description

C

Figure 2. Power and speed controls.

C. Trigger Switch: Power switch must be

turned ON and the trigger must be pulled to
move blade.

D. Power Switch: Supplies power to the

bandsaw.

E. Variable-Speed Blade Dial: Adjusts blade

speed from 2000-4200 RPM.

D E

B

A

Figure 1. Blade guard & blade guide bearing

assemblies.

A. Blade Guard: Guard covers unused part

of blade to minimize operator exposure to
blade.

B. Blade Guide Bearing Assemblies: Keeps

the cut perpendicular to the cutting sur­face. There are two assemblies—a left
and a right assembly. The blade guide lock
handle secures the left-hand blade guides in
position.

F

G

Figure 3. Vise components.

F. Vise: Secures workpiece material in position

for cutting operation.

G. Work Stop: Positions for repeatable cuts.

The work stop lock handle secures work stop
position.

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Machine Data Sheet

MACHINE DATA

SHEET

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

MODEL G0885 5" PORTABLE METAL CUTTING BANDSAW

Product Dimensions:

Weight................................................................................................................................................................ 44 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height........................................................................... 27 x 25 x 26 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)..................................................................................................................... 12-1/2 x 16 in.

Shipping Dimensions:

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

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

Weight................................................................................................................................................................ 51 lbs.

Length x Width x Height....................................................................................................................... 29 x 15 x 18 in.

Must Ship Upright................................................................................................................................................... Yes

Electrical:

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

Full-Load Current Rating.......................................................................................................................................... 5A

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

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

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

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

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

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

Switch Type................................................................................................................................... On/Off Push Button

Motors:

Main

Horsepower............................................................................................................................................. 1/2 HP

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

Amps.............................................................................................................................................................. 5A

Speed..................................................................................................................................... 2000 - 4200 RPM

Type..................................................................................................................................................... Universal

Power Transfer ......................................................................................................................................... Direct

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

Main Specifications:

Operation Info

Blade Speeds............................................................................................................................. 100 - 260 FPM

Std. Blade Length................................................................................................................................ 56-1/2 in.

Blade Length Range................................................................................................................................. 1/2 in.

Cutting Capacities

Angle Cuts......................................................................................................................................... 0 - 60 deg.

Vise Jaw Depth............................................................................................................................................ 5 in.

Vise Jaw Height..................................................................................................................................... 2-3/4 in.

Max. Capacity Rectangular Height at 90 Deg....................................................................................... 4-3/4 in.

Max. Capacity Rectangular Width at 90 Deg............................................................................................... 5 in.

Max. Capacity Round at 90 Deg............................................................................................................ 4-3/4 in.

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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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WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
clothing, apparel or jewelry that can become
entangled in moving parts. Always tie back or
cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to reduce
risk of slipping and losing control or accidentally
contacting cutting tool or moving parts.

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

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

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

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

AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times when operating machine.
Do not overreach! Avoid awkward hand positions
that make workpiece control difficult or increase
the risk of accidental injury.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Additional Safety for Metal Bandsaws

Serious injury or death can occur from getting fingers, hair, or clothing entangled in rotating or
moving parts or making direct contact with the moving blade. To minimize risk of injury, anyone
operating this machine MUST completely heed hazards and warnings below.

BLADE CONDITION. Do not operate with dull,

cracked, or badly worn blade. Inspect blades for
cracks and missing teeth before each use.

HAND PLACEMENT. Never position hands or fin­gers in line with the cut or under bandsaw head­stock while lowering or operating. Hands could be
cut or crushed.

BLADE GUARD POSITION. Adjust blade guard
as close to workpiece as possible before cutting
to minimize operator exposure to unused portion
of blade.

ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS. Do not operate
this saw without blade guard in place. Loose
clothing, jewelry, long hair and work gloves can be
drawn into working parts.

BLADE REPLACEMENT. When replacing
blades, disconnect the machine from power, wear
gloves to protect hands and safety glasses to
protect eyes.

HOT SURFACES. Contact with hot surfaces from
machine components, ejections of hot chips,
swarf, and the workpiece itself can cause burns.

WORKPIECE HANDLING. Always properly sup­port workpiece with table, vise, or some type of
support fixture. Always secure workpiece in vise
before cutting. Never hold the workpiece with your
hands during a cut.

UNSTABLE WORKPIECES. Avoid cutting work­pieces that cannot be properly supported or
clamped in a vise or jig, because they can unex­pectedly move while cutting and draw the opera­tor’s hands into the blade causing serious per­sonal injury. Examples are chains, cables, round
or oblong-shaped workpieces, and those with
internal or built-in moving or rotating parts, etc.

FIRE HAZARD. Use EXTREME CAUTION if cut­ting magnesium. Using the wrong cutting fluid
could lead to chip fire and possible explosion.

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

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

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

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

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

For your own safety and protection of

Note: Circuit requirements in this manual apply to

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

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

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

process. DO NOT connect to power until

Availability

Electrocution, fire, shock,

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

instructed later in this manual.

120V Circuit Requirements

Nominal Voltage .................... 110V, 115V, 120V

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

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

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

supply.

Full-Load Current Rating

Full-Load Current Rating at 120V ....... 5 Amps

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

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

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

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

Extension cords cause voltage drop, which can
damage electrical components and shorten motor
life. Voltage drop increases as the extension cord
size gets longer and the gauge size gets smaller
(higher gauge numbers indicate smaller sizes).

Any extension cord used with this machine must
be in good condition and contain a ground wire
and matching plug/receptacle. Additionally, it must
meet the following size requirements:

Grounding & Plug Requirements

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

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

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

GROUNDED

5-15 RECEPTACLE

Grounding Pin

5-15 PLUG

Extension Cords

If you must use an extension

Neutral Hot

Figure 4. Typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.

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

verified ground.

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

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

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