Grizzly G8297, G8299, G8298 User Manual
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CONTRACTOR GRADE AIR COMPRESSORS
MODEL G8297/G8298/G8299
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © 1999 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
1821 VALENCIA ST., BELLINGHAM, WA 98227
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
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Table Of Contents
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1. SAFETY
SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS ..........................................................2-3
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AIR COMPRESSORS................4
2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
110V OPERATION ..............................................................................................5
GROUNDING ......................................................................................................5
EXTENSION CORDS ..........................................................................................5
3. INTRODUCTION
COMMENTARY....................................................................................................6
UNPACKING ........................................................................................................7
SITE CONSIDERATIONS ....................................................................................7
PREPARING FOR USE ......................................................................................8
4. OPERATIONS
GENERAL ............................................................................................................9
STARTING ........................................................................................................10
PRESSURE REGULATOR ................................................................................10
CONNECTING TOOLS ......................................................................................11
5. MAINTENANCE
EACH USE ........................................................................................................12
AFTER FIRST 50 HOURS ................................................................................13
WEEKLY ............................................................................................................13
EVERY 300 HOURS ..........................................................................................13
PRESSURE LIMIT ADJUSTMENT ....................................................................14
6. CLOSURE................................................................................................................15
PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LISTS ................................................................16-20
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................21
WARRANTY AND RETURNS ..........................................................................................22
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G8297/G8298/G8299 Air Compressors
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 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, 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.
LENGTH
AMP RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft
0-6 18 16 16
7-10 18 16 14
11-12 16 14 12
13-16 14 12 12
17-20 12 12 8
21-30 10 10 No
Safety Instructions For Power Tools
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper foot-
ing 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 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. Don’t
leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
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Additional Safety Instructions For Air
Compressors
1. Operate the compressor in a well-ventilated
area free of acids, vapor, explosive gases
and flammable or unstable materials.
2. Use compressor only with air, never use
with any other type of gas.
3. Never aim the air nozzle directly at yourself
or others. The air stream can be quite forceful and can damage skin.
4. Do not pull on rubber hoses to move the
compressor.
5. Do not use compressed air for filling breath-
ing or diving apparatus. Compressed air
from this compressor cannot be used for
pharmaceutical, food or health requirements without further treatment.
6. Never transport the compressor under pres-
sure. Always make sure the pressure in the
storage tanks has been released before
loading or moving the air compressor.
7. Never attempt to adjust the pressure safety
valve on the air tanks. This is preset to 150
PSI.
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 operation of air compressors. Accidents are frequently caused by
lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention.
Use this equipment with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator
injury. If normal safety precautions are
overlooked or ignored, serious personal
injury may occur.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different.
Always consider safety first, as it applies to
your individual working conditions. Use
this and other machinery with caution and
respect. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury, damage to equip-
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110V Operation
SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord
with your compressor, 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. These machines are equipped with power
cords having an equipment-grounding conductor.
See Figure 1. The outlet must be properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
This family of air compressors is wired for
110/120V, single phase operation only. The chart
below shows the maximum amperage draw and
recommended fusing level for each of the
machines.
Figure 1. Grounded plug configuration.
G8297
G8298
G8299 (2 Motors)
2.0
2.5
2.5
2.0
11
17
17
11
15
20
20
15
Model
Amperage
HP
Max
Fuse
It is generally best to operate a compressor on a
dedicated circuit, i.e. a circuit where there are no
other electrical appliances plugged in. The dual
motors on the G8299 should be plugged into separate circuits. The fuse requirements above
assume the use of a circuit breaker or a slowblow fuse. If an unusual load does not exist and
the compressor still breaks the circuit, contact a
qualified electrician or our service department.
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G8297/G8298/G8299 Air Compressors
SECTION 3: INTRODUCTION
We are proud to offer the Grizzly Models
G8297/8298/8299 Contractor Grade Air
Compressors. These compressors are part of the
growing Grizzly family of heavy-duty machinery
for the contractor and professional user. 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.
These compressors are designed to suit the
needs of the professional contractor who requires
a reliable air source on the job site. The G8297 is
a 2.0 HP unit with a 4.25 gallon tank capacity and
delivers 4.2 CFM@90 PSI. The G8298 is similar
to the G8297 with the 2.5 HP motor which provides 5.8 CFM. The dual motor 4.5 HP G8299
delivers 10 CFM with a 9.0 gallon tank capacity.
The G8299 is conveniently portable with a wheel
built into the tank system.
We are also pleased to provide this manual with
your new air compressor. It was written to guide
you through assembly, review safety considerations, and cover general operating procedures. It
represents our effort to produce the best documentation possible. If you have any comments
regarding this manual, please write to us at the
address below:
Grizzly Industrial, Inc.
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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.
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 Models
G8297/8298/8299 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.
To operate this, or any power tool, safely
and efficiently, it is essential to become as
familiar with its characteristics as possible.
The time you invest before you begin to use
your air compressor will be time well spent.
DO NOT operate this machine until you are
completely familiar with the contents of this
manual. Make sure you read and understand all of the safety procedures. If you do
not understand something, DO NOT operate
the machine.
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