Grizzly G1148 User Manual
15" BANDSAW
MODEL G1148
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © 1994 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY IMPORTS, INC.
REVISED APRIL, 1999. PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
1. SAFETY RULES
SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS ..................................................................3-4
SAFETY RULES FOR BANDSAWS ..........................................................................5
2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
110V OPERATION ......................................................................................................6
FUSING ......................................................................................................................6
EXTENSION CORDS..................................................................................................6
GROUNDING..............................................................................................................6
3. GENERAL INFORMATION
COMMENTARY ..........................................................................................................7
UNPACKING................................................................................................................8
PIECE INVENTORY....................................................................................................8
CLEAN UP ..................................................................................................................9
SITE CONSIDERATIONS ..........................................................................................9
4. ASSEMBLY
BEGINNING ASSEMBLY ..........................................................................................10
STAND ......................................................................................................................10
BANDSAW UNIT ......................................................................................................11
MOTOR, PULLEYS, AND V-BELT ............................................................................11
BANDSAW TABLE ....................................................................................................12
FENCE AND RAILS..................................................................................................13
TABLE INSERT ........................................................................................................13
5. ADJUSTMENTS
BANDSAW CONTROLS............................................................................................14
TENSION / TRACKING ............................................................................................15
BLADE GUIDES........................................................................................................16
TABLE ADJUSTMENT ..............................................................................................17
FENCE ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................18
DUST COLLECTION ................................................................................................18
SPEED CHANGES ..................................................................................................18
6. OPERATIONS
PRE-RUN CHECK ....................................................................................................19
BLADE INFORMATION ............................................................................................19
CHANGING BLADES................................................................................................20
RIPPING ....................................................................................................................21
STACKED CUTS ......................................................................................................21
CUTTING CURVES ..................................................................................................22
RESAWING ..............................................................................................................22
7. MAINTENANCE
TABLE........................................................................................................................23
V-BELT ......................................................................................................................23
LUBRICATION ..........................................................................................................24
MISCELLANEOUS....................................................................................................24
8. CLOSURE ......................................................................................................................25
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................26
WARRANTY AND RETURNS ............................................................................................27
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Safety Instructions For Power Tools
SECTION 1: SAFETY
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AW AY.
All children and visitors should be kept a
safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORK SHOP CHILD PROOF with
padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
7. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working
order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
areas and benches invite accidents.
4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools in damp or
wet locations, or where any flammable or
noxious fumes may exist. Keep work area
well lighted.
For Your Own Safety Read Instruction
Manual Before Operating This Equipment
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MA
Y result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information
about proper operation of the equipment.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazar dous conditions.This
manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of
importance of the safety messages.The progression of symbols is described below. Remember
that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures.
NOTICE
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9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make
sure your extension cord is in good condition. Conductor size should be in accordance with the chart below.The amperage
rating should be listed on the motor or tool
nameplate.An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and ov erheating.Your extension cord
must also contain a ground wire and plug
pin. Always repair or replace extension
cords if they become damaged.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear
loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear
is recommended.Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also
use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have
impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work when practical. It’s safer than
using your hand and frees both hands to
operate tool.
LENGTH
AMP RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft
0-6 18 16 16
7-10 18 16 14
11-12 16 16 14
13-16 14 12 12
17-20 12 12 10
21-30 10 10 No
Safety Instructions For Power Tools
13. DON’T OVERREA CH. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing
and changing accessories, such as blades,
bits, cutters, and the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off
position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury.
18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced.
19. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.TURN PO WER OFF. Don’t leave
tool until it comes to a complete stop.
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Additional Safety Instructions For The
Bandsaw
1. Do not operate your bandsaw with dull or
badly worn blades. Dull blades require
more effort to use and are difficult to control. Inspect blades before each use.
2. Never position fingers or thumbs in line
with the cut, use a push stick. Serious
injury could occur.
3. Always support round stock in a V-block.
4. Ensure that the machine sits firmly on the
floor before use. Any “wobbles” must be
corrected by shimming or blocking before
operation.
5. Make sure blade has been properly tensioned.
6. Always feed stock evenly and smoothly.
Do not force or twist blade while cutting,
especially when sawing small radii.
7. This machine is not designed to cut metal
or other material except wood.
8. When replacing blades, make sure teeth
face down towards the table.The force of
the cut is always down.
9. Do not manually stop or slow blade after
turning the saw off.
10. Habits – good and bad – are hard to
break. Develop good habits in your shop
and safety will become second-nature to
you.
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.
Operating this equipment has the potential
to propel debris into the air which can cause
eye injury. Always wear safety glasses or
goggles when operating equipment.
Everyday glasses or reading glasses only
have impact resistant lenses, they are not
safety glasses. Be certain the safety glasses
you wear meet the appropriate standards of
the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI).
Like all power tools, there is danger associated with the Model G1148 15'' Bandsaw.
Accidents are frequently caused by lack of
familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use
this tool with respect and caution to lessen
the possibility of operator injury. If normal
safety precautions are overlooked or
ignored, serious personal injury may occur.
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110V Operation
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
A 15-amp slow-blow fuse or circuit breaker
should be used on the 110V circuit this bandsaw
is connected to. Circuits rated any higher are not
adequate to protect the motor from power surges.
If you operate this sander on any circuit that is
already close to its capacity, it might blow a fuse
or trip a circuit breaker. However, if an unusual
load does not exist and a power failure still
occurs, contact a qualified electrician or our service department.
Fusing
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord
with the Model G1148, make sure the cord is
rated Hard Service (grade S) or better. Refer to
the chart in the standard safety instructions to
determine the minimum gauge for the extension
cord. The extension cord must also contain a
ground wire and plug pin. Always repair or
replace extension cords when they become worn
or damaged.
Extension Cords
Grounding
This equipment must be grounded. Verify
that any existing electrical outlet and circuit
you intend to plug into is actually grounded.
If it is not, it will be necessary to run a separate 12 A.W.G. copper grounding wire from
the outlet to a known ground. Under no circumstances should the grounding pin from
any three-pronged plug be removed.
Serious injury may occur.
In the event of an electrical short, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a
path of least resistance to disperse electric current.This tool is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-grounding conductor. See
Figure 1. The outlet must be properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
The Model G1148 is wired for 110V, single phase
operation only. The
3
⁄4 HP motor will safely draw
13 amps at 110V. The motor can also be run on
220V where it will draw 6.5 amps, however additional changes may be necessary to make this
work. See the Wiring Diagram near the back of
this manual for more information.
Figure 1. Grounded plug configuration.
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SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION
Commentary
Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model
G1148 15" Bandsaw. This saw is a part of
Grizzly’s growing family of fine woodworking
machinery. When used according to the guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect
years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation, and
proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satisfaction.
The G1148 features a heavy-duty, stamped, and
welded sheet metal body, a cast-iron tilting table,
adjustable fence, miter gauge and a 3/4 HP
motor.A 2" dust por t is built-in to the lower housing. The saw comes prewired and ready to operate at 110V.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with
the G1148. It was written to guide you through
assembly, review safety considerations, and
cover general operating procedures. It represents
our latest effort to produce the best documentation possible. If you have any criticisms that you
feel we should pay attention to in our next printing, please write to us at the address below:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
C/O Technical Documentation
P.O. Box 2069
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069
Most importantly, we stand behind our machines.
If you have any service questions or parts
requests, please call or write us at the location
listed below.
The specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G1148 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, owing to Grizzly’s policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at
any time with no obligation on the part of Grizzly.
Whenever possible, though, we send manual
updates to all owners of a particular tool or
machine.Should you receive one, we urge you to
insert the new information with the old and keep
it for reference.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
2406 Reach Road
Williamsport, PA 17701
Phone: (570) 326-3806
Fax:(800) 438-5901
E-Mail: techsupport@grizzlyindustr ial.com
Web Site: http://www.grizzlyindustrial.com
To operate this or any power tool safel y and
efficiently ,it is essential to become as familiar with it as possible. The time you invest
before you begin to use your Model G1148
will be time well spent. DO NOT operate this
machine until you are completely familiar
with the contents of this manual. Serious
personal injury may occur.
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Unpacking
The bandsaw is shipped from the factory in a
carefully packed carton.If you find the machine to
be damaged after you’ve signed for delivery and
the truck and driver are already gone, you will
need to file a freight claim with the carrier. Save
the containers and all packing materials for
inspection by the carrier or their agent. Without
the packing materials, filing a freight claim can be
difficult. If you need advice regarding this situation, please call us.
Piece Inventory
With all the parts removed from the container, y ou
should have:
• Bandsaw Unit with Blade
• Motor
• Stand Parts
• Fasteners
• Miter Gauge
• Table and Mounting Bracket
• Fence Assembly
• Belt
If anything is missing, call or write to the appropriate regional service department listed in the
General Information section. If anything is damaged, please follow the procedures described to
the left.
The following list details the fasteners needed to
assemble the Model G1148.In the rare event that
any standard hardware is missing (e.g., a nut or
bolt), we would be happy to replace it, b ut it would
probably be quicker and less expensive if you
were to buy replacements from your local hardware store.
NOTICE
Please keep all packaging materials until
you are satisfied that the machine is in
good condition. Should you need to file a
freight claim, the carrier’s agent will require
inspection of those materials. Settling a
claim can be difficult if packaging is not
available.
QTY.
32
32
32
32
4
8
4
4
4
2
2
4
4
4
DESCRIPTION
5
/16" - 18 x 5/8" Carriage Bolts
5
/16" Hex Nuts
5
/16" Flat Washers
5
/16" Lock Washers
3
/8" - 16 x 3" Hex Bolts
3
/8" Washers
3
/8" - 16 Hex Nuts
Fence Spacers
1
/4" - 20 x 3/4" Cap Screws
5
/16" - 18 x 1 1/4" Hex Bolts
5
/16" - Flat Washers
5
/16" - 18 x 5/8" Carriage Bolts
5
/16" Flat Washer
5
/16" Hex Nuts
LOCATION
Stand
Stand
Stand
Stand
Base/Stand
Base/Stand
Base/Stand
Rails/Table
Rails/Table
Body/Table
Body/Table
Motor/Base
Motor/Base
Motor/Base
FASTENERS
When you are completely satisfied with the condition of your shipment, you should inventory its
parts.
The G1148 is a very heavy machine (175 lbs.
shipping weight). DO NOT over-exert yourself while unpacking or moving your
machine – get assistance. In the event that
your machine must be moved up or down a
flight of stairs, be sure that the stairs are
capable of supporting the combined weight
of people and the machine. Serious personal injury may occur.
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Clean Up
The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy
oil to protect them from corrosion during shipment. Remove this protective coating with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser. Avoid
chlorine-based solvents as they may damage
painted surfaces should they come in contact.
Always follow the usage instructions on the product you choose for clean up.
Many of the solvents commonly used to
clean machinery can be highly flammable,
and toxic when inhaled or ingested.Always
work in well-ventilated areas far from
potential ignition sources when dealing
with solvents. Use care when disposing of
waste rags and towels to be sure they do
not create fire or environmental hazards.
Keep children and animals safely away
when cleaning and assembling this
machine.
Do not use gasoline or other petroleumbased solvents to remove this protective
coating.These products generally have low
flash points which makes them extremely
flammable. A risk of explosion and burning
exists if these products are used. Serious
personal injury may occur.
Site Considerations
FLOOR LOAD
Your G1148 Bandsaw represents a large weight
load in a small footprint. Most commercial or residential shop floors should be sufficient to carry
the weight of the machine. If you have any question about the floor structure being able to support the weight, contact your local city building
inspector or a qualified civil engineer or contractor.
WORKING CLEARANCES
Working clearances can be thought of as the distances between machines and obstacles that
allow safe operation of every machine without
limitation. Consider existing and anticipated
machine needs, size of material to be processed
through each machine, and space for auxiliary
stands and/or work tables. Also consider the relative position of each machine to one another for
efficient material handling. Be sure to allow yourself sufficient room to safely run your machines in
any foreseeable operation.
LIGHTING AND OUTLETS
Lighting should be bright enough to eliminate
shadow and prevent eye strain.Electrical circuits
should be dedicated or large enough to handle
combined motor amp loads. Outlets should be
located near each machine so power or extension cords are not obstructing high-traffic areas.
Be sure to observe local electrical codes for proper installation of new lighting, outlets, or circuits.
Make your shop “child safe”. Ensure that
your workplace is inaccessible to youngsters by closing and locking all entrances
when you are away. Never allow visitors in
your shop when assembling, adjusting or
operating equipment.
All die-cut metal parts have a sharp edge
(called “flashing”) on them after they are
formed. This is generally removed at the
factory. Sometimes a bit of flashing might
escape inspection, and the sharp edge may
cause cuts or lacerations when handled.
Please examine the edges of all die-cut
metal parts and file or sand the edge to
remove the flashing before handling.
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