Grizzly G4179 User Manual

MODEL G4179 1⁄2 HP

POWER FEEDER

OWNER'S MANUAL

COPYRIGHT © JUNE, 2008 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC., REVISED JUNE, 2015 (ST)

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

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

#CR10816 PRINTED IN TAIWAN

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

Foreword ........................................................ 2

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

Functional Overview ...................................... 2

Machine Data Sheet ...................................... 3

Identification ................................................... 5

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

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

Additional Safety for Power Feeders ............. 8

SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS ........ 9

220V Single-Phase ........................................ 9

SECTION 3: SETUP ....................................... 10

Setup Safety ................................................ 10

Items Needed for Setup ............................... 10

Unpacking .................................................... 10

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

Hardware Recognition Chart ....................... 12

Clean Up ...................................................... 13

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

Base Mounting ............................................. 14

Mounting Options ......................................... 15

Test Run ...................................................... 16

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS ........................... 17

Operation Safety .......................................... 17

Basic Use and Care ..................................... 17

SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE ......................... 19

Schedule ...................................................... 19

Cleaning ....................................................... 19

Lubrication ................................................... 19

SECTION 6: SERVICE ................................... 20

Troubleshooting ........................................... 20

Wheel Replacement..................................... 21

SECTION 7: WIRING ...................................... 22

Electrical Safety Instructions ........................ 22

Wiring Diagram ............................................ 23

SECTION 8: PARTS ....................................... 24

Power Feed.................................................. 24

Power Feed Parts List ................................. 25

Base ............................................................. 26

Base Parts List ............................................. 26

WARRANTY AND RETURNS ........................ 29

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INTRODUCTION

Foreword

We are proud to offer the Model G4179 1⁄2 HP
Power Feeder. This machine is part of a growing
Grizzly 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 specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G4179 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.

For your convenience, we always keep current
Grizzly manuals available on our website at www.
grizzly.com. Any updates to your machine will be
reflected in these manuals as soon as they are
complete. Visit our site often to check for the lat­est updates to this manual!

Contact Info

We stand behind our machines. If you have any
service questions, parts requests or general ques­tions about the machine, please call or write us at
the location listed below.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

1203 Lycoming Mall Circle

Muncy, PA 17756

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Functional Overview

This power feeder greatly simplifies repetitive
operations on table saws, jointers, and shapers by
automating how workpieces are fed into the cut.

Since the power feeder is typically positioned
between the blade and the operator during opera­tions, the operator’s hands do not need to get
near the blade when feeding the workpiece,
so the danger of an accidental cutting injury is
greatly reduced.

Additionally, the power feeder provides more con­sistent results than hand fed operations, because
it moves the workpiece at an even speed and
maintains consistent workpiece pressure against
the table and fence throughout the cut.

The power feeder works by simply attaching rub­ber rollers to a motor through a series of gears
designed to control the roller speed.

Since the rubber rollers must be positioned
correctly to maintain even workpiece pressure
against the table and fence, the power feeder is
mounted on a stand that allows it to be moved and
locked at an array of heights an angles within the
range of the stand.

The power feeder stand is typically mounted to the
desired machine by clamping it to the machine’s
table, or mounting it directly into the machine’s
table via drilled and tapped holes.

If you have any comments regarding this manual,
please write to us at the address below:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Email: [e-mail]

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C

/O Technical Documentation Manager

Model G4179 1⁄2 HP Power Feeder

Machine Data

MACHINE DATA

Sheet

SHEET

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

MODEL G4179 1/2 HP POWER FEEDER

Product Dimensions:

Weight.............................................................................................................................................................. 104 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height..................................................................... 45 x 18 x 28-1/2 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)........................................................................................................................... N/A x N/A

Shipping Dimensions:

Carton #1

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

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

Weight...................................................................................................................................................... 58 lbs.

Length x Width x Height............................................................................................................. 20 x 11 x 19 in.

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

Carton #2

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

Content...................................................................................................................................................... Stand

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

Length x Width x Height............................................................................................................. 19 x 30 x 11 in.

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

Electrical:

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

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

Full-Load Current Rating.......................................................................................................................................... 4A

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

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

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

Power Cord Length................................................................................................................................................. 9 ft.

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

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

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

Switch Type........................................................................................................................... Forward/Reverse Switch

Motors:

Main

Type................................................................................................................. TEFC Capacitor-Start Induction

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

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

Amps.............................................................................................................................................................. 4A

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

Power Transfer ................................................................................................................................. Gear Drive

Bearings........................................................................................................ Sealed & Permanently Lubricated

Main Specifications:

Workpiece Capacities

Minimum Workpiece Length........................................................................................................................ 6 in.

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Operation Info

Number of Feed Speeds..................................................................................................................................

Feed Speeds.......................................................................................................................

Swing.................................................................................................................................................... 360 deg.

Vertical Movement....................................................................................................................................... 9 in.

Horizontal Movement................................................................................................................................. 16 in.

Rotation.................................................................................................................................. Forward, Reverse

Roller Info

Number of Rollers............................................................................................................................................. 3

Roller Width................................................................................................................................................. 2 in.

Roller Diameter............................................................................................................................................ 4 in.

Roller Suspension........................................................................................................................................ 1 in.

Maximum Height Rollers Parallel Table Surface......................................................................................... 7 in.

Centers Between Rollers....................................................................................................................... 4-3/4 in.

Construction Info

Roller....................................................................................................................................... Synthetic Rubber

Housing...................................................................................................................................... Cast Aluminum

Supports............................................................................................................................................... Cast Iron

Column....................................................................................................................................................... Steel

Paint Type/Finish.................................................................................................................................... Enamel

Other

Column Diameter......................................................................................................................................... 2 in.

9.5, 15, 25, 38 FPM

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Other Specifications:

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

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

Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ........................................................................................................ 45 Minutes

Serial Number Location .................................. Checked Sticker, On In-feed Portion Of Housing's Roller Cover Side

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

CSA, ETL, or UL Certified/Listed ............................................................................................................................ No

Features:

Rollers are Spring Tensioned
Heavy-Duty Gear Reduction with Hardened Gears
Universal Positioning with Handle Locks

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Model G4179 1⁄2 HP Power Feeder

Identification

Refer to Figure 1 and your power feeder to familiarize yourself with the controls, features, and terminology
used in this manual. Doing so will make setup, use, and any future maintenance easier.

Horizontal

Travel Lock

Horizontal

Handcrank

Vertical Travel

Handcrank

Vertical

Travel

Lock

Gearbox Oil Plug

Labeled "OIL"
Located on Top
of Case Behind

Motor

1

⁄2 HP

Motor

Upper Elbow

Joint Lock

Lower Elbow

Joint Lock

Rotary

Movement

Lock

Model G4179 1⁄2 HP Power Feeder

Figure 1. Controls and features.

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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.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about

NOTICE

proper operation of the machine.

Safety Instructions for Machinery

Safety Instructions for Machinery

1. READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE

STARTING MACHINERY. Machinery pres-

ents serious injury hazards to untrained
users.

2. ALWAYS USE ANSI APPROVED
SAFETY GLASSES WHEN OPERATING
MACHINERY. Everyday eyeglasses only

have impact resistant lenses—they are
NOT safety glasses.

4. ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION

WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY.

Machinery noise can cause permanent
hearing loss.

5. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT
wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
or jewelry that can catch in moving parts.
Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair and wear non-slip footwear.

3. ALWAYS WEAR A NIOSH APPROVED
RESPIRATOR WHEN OPERATING
MACHINERY THAT PRODUCES DUST.

Most types of dust (wood, metal, etc.) can
cause severe respiratory illnesses.

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6. NEVER OPERATE MACHINERY WHEN
TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
DRUGS OR ALCOHOL. Be mentally alert

at all times when running machinery.

Model G4179 1⁄2 HP Power Feeder

Safety Instructions for Machinery

7. ONLY ALLOW TRAINED AND PROP­ERLY SUPERVISED PERSONNEL TO
OPERATE MACHINERY. Make sure

operation instructions are safe and clearly
understood.

8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY.

Keep all children and visitors a safe dis­tance from the work area.

9. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Use
padlocks, master switches, and remove
start switch keys.

10. NEVER LEAVE WHEN MACHINE IS
RUNNING. Turn power OFF and allow all

moving parts to come to a complete stop
before leaving machine unattended.

11. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS

ENVIRONMENTS. DO NOT use machin-

ery in damp, wet locations, or where any
flammable or noxious fumes may exist.

12. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL

LIGHTED. Clutter and dark shadows may

cause accidents.

13. USE A GROUNDED EXTENSION CORD
RATED FOR THE MACHINE AMPERAGE.

Grounded cords minimize shock hazards.
Undersized cords create excessive heat.
Always replace damaged extension cords.

14.

ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM POWER
SOURCE BEFORE SERVICING
MACHINERY. Make sure switch is in

position before reconnecting.

OFF

17. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND

WRENCHES. Make a habit of checking for

keys and adjusting wrenches before turn­ing machinery ON.

18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS

BEFORE USING MACHINERY. Check for

binding or misaligned parts, broken parts,
loose bolts, and any other conditions that
may impair machine operation. Repair or
replace damaged parts before operation.

19. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Refer to the instruction manual for recom­mended accessories. Improper accesso­ries increase risk of injury.

20. DO NOT FORCE MACHINERY. Work at
the speed for which the machine or acces­sory was designed.

21. SECURE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or

a vise to hold the workpiece when practi­cal. A secured workpiece protects your
hands and frees both hands to operate the
machine.

22. DO NOT OVERREACH. Maintain stability

and balance at all times.

23. MANY MACHINES CAN EJECT
WORKPIECES TOWARD OPERATOR.

Know and avoid conditions that cause the
workpiece to "kickback."

24. ALWAYS LOCK MOBILE BASES

(IF USED) BEFORE OPERATING
MACHINERY.

15. MAINTAIN MACHINERY WITH CARE.

Keep blades sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.

16. MAKE SURE GUARDS ARE IN PLACE
AND WORK CORRECTLY BEFORE
USING MACHINERY.

Model G4179 1⁄2 HP Power Feeder

25. CERTAIN DUST MAY BE HAZARDOUS
to the respiratory systems of people and
animals, especially fine dust. Be aware of
the type of dust you are exposed to and
always wear a respirator designed to filter
that type of dust.

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Additional Safety for Power Feeders

1. SAFETY ACCESSORIES. Al w a ys us e ap p ro -

priate machine guards.

2. TOOL SPEED. Make sure all cutting tools
are rotating at the operating speed before
feeding the workpiece.

3. FEEDING SPEED. DO NOT overload the
cutting tool by feeding too quickly. The cutting
tool will perform better and be safer to work
with at the rate for which it was designed.

4. HAND SAFETY. Keep hands away from
rotating parts on the feeder and the cutting
tool. Do not allow hands or clothing to be
pinched beween the rollers and workpiece.

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

5. WORKPIECE SUPPORT. DO NOT feed long

workpieces without providing adequate sup­port at the outfeed end of the table.

6. STOPPING FEEDER. Always stop the feeder
before stopping the cutting tool.

7. ADJUSTMENTS. Disconnect the feeder from
its power source before cleaning, repairing,
or making adjustments.

8. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any
time you are experiencing difficulties per­forming the intended operation, stop using
the machine! Contact Tech Support at (570)
546-9663.

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.

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Model G4179 1⁄2 HP Power Feeder