Grizzly G5787 User Manual
COPYRIGHT © NOVEMBER, 2001 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
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MEATCUTTING BANDSAW
WITH SLIDING TABLE
MODEL G5787
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Table Of Contents
PAGE
1. SAFETY
SAFETY RULES FOR ALL TOOLS ......................................................................2-3
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BANDSAWS....................................4
2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................5
110V OPERATION ....................................................................................................5
FUSING ....................................................................................................................5
EXTENSION CORDS ................................................................................................5
GROUNDING ............................................................................................................5
3. GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................6
COMMENTARY ........................................................................................................6
UNPACKING..............................................................................................................7
PIECE INVENTORY ..............................................................................................7-8
CLEAN UP ................................................................................................................9
SITE CONSIDERATIONS ........................................................................................9
4. ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................................................10
BEGINNING ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................10
STAND................................................................................................................10-12
SWITCH & CORD....................................................................................................12
MOTOR....................................................................................................................13
WIRING....................................................................................................................13
BANDSAW UNIT ....................................................................................................14
SLIDING RAILS ......................................................................................................14
V-BELT ....................................................................................................................15
TABLE......................................................................................................................15
FENCE ....................................................................................................................16
STAND COVER ......................................................................................................16
MEAT GRINDER ....................................................................................................17
5. ADJUSTMENTS............................................................................................................18
BLADE GUARD ......................................................................................................18
BLADE GUIDES ......................................................................................................19
BLADE TENSION ....................................................................................................19
BLADE TRACKING ................................................................................................20
CHANGING BLADES ..............................................................................................20
SUPPORT BEARING ..............................................................................................21
TEST RUN ..............................................................................................................21
6. OPERATION..................................................................................................................22
CUTTING MEAT......................................................................................................22
CUTTING BONE......................................................................................................23
GRINDING MEAT....................................................................................................23
7. CLEANING/SANITIZING..........................................................................................24-25
8. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................26
GENERAL................................................................................................................26
TABLE AND BLADE ................................................................................................26
LUBRICATION ........................................................................................................26
V-BELT ....................................................................................................................26
9. CLOSURE ....................................................................................................................27
MACHINE DATA......................................................................................................28
PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LISTS ......................................................29-33
WARRANTY AND RETURNS ................................................................................34
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Safety Instructions For Power Tools
SECTION 1: SAFETY
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS
AWAY. All children and visitors should be
kept a safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with
padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
7. NEVER FORCE TOOL. It will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Do not 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. NEVER USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not 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, 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 proper operation of the equipment.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous 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 overheating. 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.
13. NEVER OVERREACH. Keep proper foot-
ing and balance at all times.
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
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 fur-
ther 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 POWER OFF. Do not
leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
20. NEVER USE UNDER THE INFLUENCE of
alcohol or drugs, or when tired.
21. NEVER ALLOW UNSUPERVISED OR
UNTRAINED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE THE MACHINE. Make sure any
instructions you give in regards to the
operation of the machine are approved,
correct, safe, and clearly understood.
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Bacteria from raw meat has been frequently
linked to illness and even death! Describing
proper meat handling techniques outside of
cleaning the bandsaw is beyond the scope of
this manual. If you are unclear about sanitary
meat handling practices, contact your local
Board of Health or the USDA to research the
proper methods of meat handling.
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.
Additional Safety Instructions For Meat Saws
8. ALWAYS FEED MATERIAL EVENLY
AND SMOOTHLY. Do not force or twist
blade while cutting, especially when sawing through bone.
9. DO NOT MANUALLY STOP OR SLOW
BLADE after turning off the saw. Allow it to
come to a complete stop before you leave
it unattended.
10. ALL INSPECTIONS, ADJUSTMENTS,
AND MAINTENANCE ARE TO BE DONE
WITH THE POWER OFF and the plug
pulled from the outlet. Wait for all moving
parts to come to a complete stop.
11. HABITS—GOOD AND BAD—ARE
HARD TO BREAK. Develop good habits
in your shop and safety will become second-nature to you.
12. IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES PERFORMING THE
INTENDED OPERATION, STOP USING
THE MACHINE! Then contact our service
department or ask a qualified expert how
the operation should be performed.
13. ALWAYS SANITIZE AND CLEAN ALL
EXPOSED PARTS OF SAW THOROUGHLY AFTER CUTTING RAW MEAT.
14. IF YOU ARE NOT FAMILIAR WITH SAFE
MEAT HANDLING TECHNIQUES, then
contact your local Board of Health or
the USDA for proper sanitary practices.
1. DO NOT OPERATE 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.
Serious personal injury could occur.
3. DO NOT OPERATE THIS SAW WITHOUT WHEEL, PULLEY, AND BLADE
GUARDS IN PLACE.
4. WHEN REPLACING BLADES, make sure
teeth face down toward the table. The
force of the cut is always down. Make sure
the blade is properly tensioned.
5. CUTS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FULLY
SUPPORTED by the table or some type of
support fixture.
6. DO NOT BACK MEAT AWAY from the
blade while the saw is running. Plan your
cuts so you always cut out of the meat. If
you need to back the meat out, turn the
bandsaw off and wait for the blade to
come to a complete stop. Do not twist or
put excessive stress on the blade while
backing meat away.
7. BLADE SHOULD BE RUNNING AT
FULL SPEED before beginning a cut.
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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
110V Operation
A 15-amp fuse or circuit breaker should be used
when fusing this bandsaw. Circuit breakers rated
any higher are not adequate to protect the circuit
from power surges. Make sure the wire used in
the circuit will handle the amp rating required for
this machine.
Fusing
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord
with the Model G5787, 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
In the event of an electrical short, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing
electric current a path of least resistance. 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 G5787 is wired for 110/120V, single
phase operation only. The
3
⁄4 H.P. motor will safely draw 14 amps at 110V. If you operate this
machine 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.
Figure 1. Typical 110V 3-prong plug and outlet.
This equipment must be
grounded. Verify that any
existing electrical outlet
and circuit you intend to
plug into is actually
grounded. Under no circumstances should the
grounding pin from any
three-pronged plug be
removed. Serious injury
may occur.
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SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION
Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model
G5787 Meatcutting Bandsaw. This machine is
part of Grizzly’s growing family of fine machinery.
When used according to the guidelines stated in
this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free,
enjoyable operation.
The Model G5787 is intended for home or professional butchers and is capable of cutting
through meat and bones. The stainless steel
table and easy disassembly of parts allow for
proper cleaning and sanitization.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with
the Model G5787. 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 address 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
Commentary
Most important, we stand behind our machines.
We have an excellent service department at your
disposal should the need arise. If you have any
service questions or parts requests, please call or
write to us at the location listed below.
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle
Muncy, PA 17756
Phone:(570) 546-9663
Fax:(800) 438-5901
E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com
The specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G5787 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.
Read the manual before
assembly and operation.
Become familiar with
the machine and its
operation before beginning any work. Serious
personal injury may
result if safety or operational information is not
understood or followed.
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Unpacking
The meatcutting bandsaw is shipped disassembled from the manufacturer in a carefully packed
carton. If you discover the machine is damaged
after you’ve signed for delivery, and the truck and
driver are gone, you will need to file a freight
claim with the carrier. Save the containers and all
packing materials for possible inspection by the
carrier or its agent. Without the packing materials,
filing a freight claim can be difficult. If you need
assistance determining whether you need to file a
freight claim, or with the procedure to file one,
please contact our Customer Service.
The Model G5787 is a
heavy machine (106 lbs.
shipping weight). DO
NOT over-exert yourself
while unpacking or moving your machine—get
assistance.
When you are completely satisfied with the condition of your shipment, you should inventory its
parts.
After all the parts have been removed from the
carton, you should have:
Item
Qty
Bandsaw Unit 1
Table 1
Motor 1
Front Panel 1
Rear Panel 1
Top Panel 1
Motor Mount Plate 1
Top Panel Brace 1
Side Braces 1
Motor Brace 1
Plastic Side Panels 2
START/STOP Switch 1
Rubber Switch Cover 1
Power Cord 1
Slide Rails 2
Large Fence 1
Small Fence 1
Knob Screws 2
Fence Brackets 2
Large Fence Rail 1
Small Fence Rail 1
Table Force Plate 1
Motor Pulley 1
Rubber Feet 4
Mount Brackets 4
Grinder Assembly 1
Plastic Pusher 1
Sausage Stuffer 1
V-Belt A-42 1
Hardware
Qty
Hex Head Bolts 1⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4"6
Hex Head Bolts
1
⁄4"-20 x 1" 4
Hex Head Bolts
5
⁄16"-18 x 1" 4
Cap Screws
1
⁄4"-20 x 3⁄4"4
Brass Screws 3mm x 11mm 12
Carriage Bolts
5
⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2"25
Flat Washers
5
⁄16"33
Flat Washers
1
⁄4"12
Flat Washers
7
⁄16"3
Hex Nuts
5
⁄16"29
Hex Nuts
1
⁄4"10
Lock Washers
1
⁄4"4
In the event that any nonproprietary parts are
missing (e.g. a nut or a washer), we would be
glad to replace them, or, for the sake of expediency, replacements can be obtained at your local
hardware store.
Piece Inventory
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Figure 5. Table, fence and grinder pieces.
Figure 2. Model G5787 base unit. Figure 3. Motor, drive belt, and switch pieces.
Figure 4. Stand pieces.
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Clean Up
The table and guard pieces come with a protective coating. Peel this off before cleaning these
pieces. Clean and sanitize all parts of the saw
that will be in contact with meat or any other food
items. The smaller items and table will fit in most
dishwashers. This is probably the easiest method
of cleaning and sanitizing these parts. For the
larger parts of the saw, if a dishwasher is not
available, clean with a sanitizing agent. See
Section 5: Sanitization for details on sanitizing.
Get in the habit of cleaning your saw thoroughly
to avoid contamination and illnesses.
Site Considerations
FLOOR LOAD
Your Model G5787 Meat Cutting Bandsaw represents a relatively small floor load. Most shop
floors will be adequate for the 90 lb. weight of the
Model G5787. Some floors may require additional support. Contact an architect or structural engineer if you have any question about the ability of
your floor to handle the weight.
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 or kitchen
“child safe.” Ensure that
your workplace is inaccessible to children by closing
and locking all entrances
when you are away. Never
allow visitors in your area
when assembling, adjusting
or operating equipment.
When cleaning with sanitizers, always follow the recommendations on the manufacturer’s label, and make sure that the
product will do the job for which you
intend. Never use a product that will make
your meat unsafe for human consumption.
Failure to follow this warning may lead to
sickness or death!
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SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY
Beginning Assembly
The Model G5787 requires a moderate amount of
assembly and setup. The following instructions
have been provided to guide you through this
process.
Stand
Figure 6. Rubber feet on stand sides.
Keep loose clothing
rolled up and out of the
way of machinery and
keep hair pulled back.
Wear safety glasses during the entire assembly
process. Failure to comply may result in serious
personal injury.
Disconnect power to the
machine when performing any maintenance or
assembly. Failure to do
this may result in serious
personal injury.
Some metal parts may
have sharp edges on
them after they are
formed. Please examine
the edges of all metal
parts before handling
them. Failure to do so
could result in injury.
All stand pieces except the rubber feet should be
assembled with the
5
⁄16"-18 x 1⁄2" carriage bolts,
5
⁄16" hex nuts, and 5⁄16" washers. To assemble the
stand:
1. Place the (4) mount brackets on the stand
corners where the feet will be installed. The
bracket fork should slide over the edge of the
stand.
2. Insert the (4)
1
⁄4"-20 x 1" hex bolts into the
rubber feet and attach the feet to the stand
corners as shown in Figure 6.
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4. Attach the top brace on the underside of the
stand sides as shown in Figure 8. This brace
secures the center of the stand top to the
stand sides.
Figure 8. Top brace to stand top.
Figure 7. Stand sides attached to stand top.
6. Attach the mounting plate to the two side
braces as shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10. Mounting plate to side braces.
Figure 9. Motor mount attached to top.
5. Attach the motor mount to the top brace and
stand top as shown in Figure 9.
3. Attach the stand sides to the stand top as
shown in Figure 7. Make sure the side of the
stand with the switch cutout is on the same
side as the V-belt cutout on the top piece.
This will ensure that the switch is in front of
the bandsaw. Do not completely tighten the
carriage bolt nuts at this time.
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