Grizzly G9742 User Manual

MODEL G9742

5"x 6" METAL-CUTTING

BANDSAW w/ SWIVEL HEAD

OWNER'S MANUAL

(For models manufactured since 11/06)

COPYRIGHT © NOVEMBER, 2005 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. REVISED FEBRUARY, 2013 (TS)

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

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

#PC7670 PRINTED IN CHINA

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

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

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

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

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

Additional Safety Instructions for Metal Cutting

Bandsaws ...................................................... 8

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

110/220V Operation ....................................... 9

SECTION 3: SET UP ...................................... 10

Set Up Safety ............................................... 10

Items Needed for Set Up ............................. 10

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

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

Clean Up ...................................................... 12

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

Cabinet, Wheels & Feet ............................... 13

Squaring Vise to Blade ................................ 15

Chip Tray & Cast Iron Stop.......................... 16

OFF Button Lever ........................................ 16

Pulley Cover................................................. 17

Test Run ...................................................... 18

Recommended Adjustments ........................ 18

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS ........................... 19

Operation Safety .......................................... 19

Blade Speed ................................................ 19

Blade Selection ............................................ 20

Feed Rate .................................................... 21

Blade Guides ............................................... 22

Blade Tension .............................................. 23

Operation Tips ............................................. 23

SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES ......................... 24

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

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

Cleaning ....................................................... 26

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

SECTION 7: SERVICE ................................... 27

Troubleshooting ........................................... 27

Blade Change .............................................. 29

Blade Tracking ............................................. 30

Electrical Components ................................. 31

G9742 Wiring Diagram ................................ 32

Saw Parts Breakdown ................................. 33

Stand Parts Breakdown ............................... 35

Guides & Shafts Parts Breakdown .............. 37

Labels Parts Breakdown .............................. 38

WARRANTY AND RETURNS ........................ 41

INTRODUCTION

Foreword

We are proud to offer the Model G9742 5" x 6"
Metal-Cutting Bandsaw with Swivel Head. This
machine is part of a growing Grizzly family of fine
metalworking 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.

We are pleased to provide this manual with
the Model G9742. 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.

The specifications, drawings, and photographs
illustrated in this manual represent the Model
G9742 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.
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

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

C

/O Technical Documentation Manager

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.

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

1203 Lycoming Mall Circle

Muncy, PA 17756

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com

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MACHINE DATA

SHEET

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

MODEL G9742 5" X 6" METAL-CUTTING BANDSAW W/

SWIVEL HEAD

Product Dimensions:

Weight.............................................................................................................................................................. 150 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height............................................................... 39 x 23-3/8 x 54-3/4 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)............................................................................................................... 26-1/2 x 20-1/2 in.

Shipping Dimensions:

Type................................................................................................................................................... Wood Slat Crate

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

Weight.............................................................................................................................................................. 168 lbs.

Length x Width x Height....................................................................................................................... 41 x 18 x 22 in.

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

Electrical:

Power Requirement............................................................................................. 110V or 220V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz

Prewired Voltage.................................................................................................................................................. 110V

Full-Load Current Rating...................................................................................................... 7A at 110V, 3.5A at 220V

Minimum Circuit Size.......................................................................................................... 15A at 110V, 15A at 220V

Switch...................................................................................................... Sealed Button Switch w/Automatic Shut-Off

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

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

Plug Included.......................................................................................................................................................... Yes

Motors:

Main

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

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

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

Amps...................................................................................................................................................... 7A/3.5A

Speed................................................................................................................................................ 1725 RPM

Power Transfer ............................................................................................................................... V-Belt Drive

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

Main Specifications:

Operation Info

Blade Speeds......................................................................................................................... 80, 120, 200 FPM

Std. Blade Length................................................................................................................................ 64-1/2 in.

Blade Size Range..................................................................................................................................... 1/2 in.

Head Swivel............................................................................................................................................ 45 deg.

Machine Data Sheet

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Cutting Capacities

Angle Cuts........................................................................................................................ Right 45, Left 60 deg.

Vise Jaw Depth...................................................................................................................................... 4-3/8 in.

Vise Jaw Height..................................................................................................................................... 2-1/2 in.

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

Max. Capacity Rectangular Width at 90 Deg............................................................................................... 6 in.

Max. Capacity Round at 90 Deg.................................................................................................................. 5 in.

Max. Capacity Rectangular Height at 30 Deg.............................................................................................. 5 in.

Max. Capacity Rectangular Width at 30 Deg............................................................................................... 5 in.

Max. Capacity Round at 30 Deg.................................................................................................................. 5 in.

Max. Capacity Rectangular Height at 45 Deg................................................................................... 2-15/16 in.

Max. Capacity Rectangular Width at 45 Deg......................................................................................... 3-3/4 in.

Max. Capacity Round at 45 Deg............................................................................................................ 3-3/4 in.

Max. Capacity Rectangular Height at 60 Deg....................................................................................... 1-3/4 in.

Max. Capacity Rectangular Width at 60 Deg....................................................................................... 2-3/16 in.

Max. Capacity Round at 60 Deg............................................................................................................ 1-3/4 in.

Construction

Table....................................................................................................................... Precision Ground Cast Iron

Upper Wheel....................................................................................................................... Machined Cast Iron

Lower Wheel....................................................................................................................... Machined Cast Iron

Body..................................................................................................................................................... Cast Iron

Base.......................................................................................... Formed and Welded Steel with Coolant Sump

Wheel Cover............................................................................................................................ Pre-formed Steel

Paint......................................................................................................................................................... Epoxy

Other

Wheel Size................................................................................................................................................. 13 in.

Blade Guides Upper........................................................................................................................ Ball Bearing

Blade Guides Lower........................................................................................................................ Ball Bearing

Table Info

Table Size Length...................................................................................................................................... 12 in.

Table Size Width................................................................................................................................... 4-1/2 in.

Floor To Cutting Area Height..................................................................................................................... 29 in.

Other Specifications:

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

Country Of Origin ............................................................................................................................................... China

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

Serial Number Location ........................................................................................................ ID Label on Body Frame

Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ........................................................................................................ 30 Minutes

Features:

Control Panel Conveniently Located
Adjustable Hydraulic Downfeed
Quick Release Vise for Rapid Change out of Workpiece
Blade Included

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Identification

L

A

K

B

C

J

I

D

E

F

G

H

Figure 1. The Model G9742.

A. Blade Tension Knob
B. Blade Guide Knob
C. Blade Guides
D. Pulley Cover
E. Heavy Duty Motor
F. Hydraulic Cylinder and Feed Rate Dial
G. ON/OFF Push-Button Switch Assembly
H. Table Angle Scale
I. Cast Iron Stop
J. Vise Clamp Handwheel
K. Gear Box
L. Blade Tension Gauge

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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

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand

this owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.
Untrained users can be seriously hurt.

EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI­approved 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.

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

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 avoid
accidental slips which could cause a loss of
workpiece control.

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

MENTAL ALERTNESS. Be mentally alert when
running machinery. Never operate under the
influence of drugs or alcohol, when tired, or when
distracted.

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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

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand

this owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.
Untrained users can be seriously hurt.

EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI­approved 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.

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

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 avoid
accidental slips which could cause a loss of
workpiece control.

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

MENTAL ALERTNESS. Be mentally alert when
running machinery. Never operate under the
influence of drugs or alcohol, when tired, or when
distracted.

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Additional Safety Instructions for Metal

Cutting Bandsaws

1. BLADE CONDITION. Do not operate with

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

2. HAND PLACEMENT. Never position fin­gers or thumbs in line with the cut. Hands
could be crushed in vise or by falling
machine components.

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

4. BLADE REPLACEMENT. When replacing
blades, make sure teeth face toward the
workpiece. Wear gloves to protect hands
and safety glasses to protect eyes.

5. WORKPIECE HANDLING. Always support
the workpiece with table, vise, or some
type of support fixture. Flag long pieces
to avoid a tripping hazard. Never hold the
workpiece with your hands during a cut.

6. LOSS OF STABILITY. Unsupported
workpieces may jeopardize machine sta­bility and cause the machine to tip and fall
which could cause serious injury.

7. POWER INTERRUPTION. Unplug machine
after power interruption. Machines without
magnetic switches can start up after power
is restored.

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

9. CUTTING FLUID SAFETY. Always follow
manufacturer’s cutting fluid safety instruc­tions. Pay particular attention to contact,
contamination, inhalation, storage and dis­posal warnings. Spilled cutting fluid is a
slipping hazard.

10. ATTENTION TO WORK AREA. Never
leave a machine running and unattended.
Pay attention to the actions of others in the
area to avoid unintended accidents.

11. MAINTENANCE/SERVICE. All inspec­tions, adjustments, and maintenance are
to be done with the machine OFF and the
plug pulled from the outlet. Wait for all
moving parts to come to a complete stop.

12. HEARING PROTECTION & HAZARDS.

Noise generated by blade and workpiece
vibration, material handling, and power
transmission can cause permanent hear­ing loss over time and interfere with com­munication and audible signals. Always
wear hearing protection.

13. HOT SURFACES. Due to friction, the
workpiece, chips, and some machine com­ponents can be hot enough to burn you.

No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Like all
machines there is danger associated with the Model G9742. 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.

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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS

110/220V Operation

Serious personal injury could occur if you
connect the machine to power before com­pleting the setup process. DO NOT connect
the machine to the power until instructed
later in this manual.

Electrocution or fire could
result if machine is not
grounded and installed in
compliance with electrical
codes. Compliance MUST
be verified by a qualified
electrician!

Power Connection Device

The Model G9742 comes prewired with a NEMA
5-15 plug for connection to power. If you rewire the
motor to 220V, we recommend using the plug and
receptacle shown in Figure 2 for 220V.

GROUNDED

5-15 RECEPTACLE

Grounding Prong

5-15 PLUG

Neutral Hot

GROUNDED

6-15 RECEPTACLE

Current Carrying Prongs

6-15 PLUG

Grounding Prong

Figure 2. Recommended plug types.

5-15 Plug & Outlet

for 110V

6-15 Plug & Outlet

for 220V

NOTICE

The Model G9742 is prewired for 110V oper­ation. If you plan to operate your machine
at 220V, the motor must be rewired (see
Page 32).

Full Load Amperage Draw

Amp Draw at 110V (prewired) ..................7 Amps

Amp Draw at 220V ...............................3.5 Amps

Power Supply Circuit Requirements

You MUST connect your machine to a grounded
circuit that is rated for the amperage given below.
Never replace a circuit breaker on an existing cir­cuit with one of higher amperage without consult­ing a qualified electrician to ensure compliance
with wiring codes. If you are unsure about the

wiring codes in your area or you plan to con­nect your machine to a shared circuit, consult
a qualified electrician.

Extension Cords

Using extension cords may reduce the life of the
motor. Instead, place the machine near a power
source. If you must use an extension cord:

• For 110V, use at least a 14 gauge cord that
does not exceed 50 feet in length.

• For 220V, use at least a 14 gauge cord that
does not exceed 50 feet in length.

• The extension cord must have a ground wire
and plug pin.

Minimum Circuit Size (110V) ..................15 Amps

Minimum Circuit Size (220V) ................. 15 Amps

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SECTION 3: SET UP

Set Up Safety

This machine presents
serious injury hazards
to untrained users. Read
through this entire manu­al to become familiar with
the controls and opera­tions before starting the
machine!

Wear safety glasses dur­ing the entire set up pro­cess!

Items Needed for

Set Up

The following items are needed to complete the
set up process, but are not included with your
machine:

Description Qty

• Safety Glasses (for each person) ............... 1

• An Assistant ............................................... 1

• Phillips Head Screwdriver #2 ..................... 1

• Standard Screwdriver #2 ............................ 1

• Hex Wrench 6mm ....................................... 1

• Open-End Wrenches

6, 12, 14, & 19mm ................................ 1 ea.

• Open-End Wrenches

3

⁄8", 7⁄16" & 1⁄2 " ..... 1 ea.

Unpacking

The Model G9742 is a
heavy machine. DO NOT
over-exert yourself while
unpacking or moving
your machine—get assis­tance.

The Model G9742 was carefully packed to ensure
that it arrives to you safely. If you discover the
machine is damaged after you have signed
for delivery, please immediately call Customer
Service at [phone] for advice.

Save the containers and all packing materials for
possible inspection by the carrier or its agent.
Otherwise, filing a freight claim can be difficult.

When you are completely satisfied with the con­dition of your shipment, you should inventory the
contents.

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Inventory

After all the parts have been removed from the
box, you should have the following items:

Box 1: (Figure 3) Qty

A. Base ........................................................... 1

B. Front Panel ................................................. 1

C. Rear Panel.................................................. 1

D. Right Panel ................................................. 1

E. Left Panel ................................................... 1

F. Ch ip Tr ay .................................................... 1

G. Feet ............................................................ 4

H. Wheels ....................................................... 2

I. Axle ............................................................ 1

J. Work Stop Shaft ......................................... 1

K. Work Stop ................................................... 1

L. Belt Cover ................................................... 1

M. V-Belt .......................................................... 1

Assembly Hardware:

—Hex Wrench 4mm ................................... 1

3

—Hex Bolt

⁄8 -16 x 1" .................................. 2

—Hex Bolt M8-1.25 x 30 ............................ 4

—Flat Washer 17mm (Wheels) .................. 4

—Flat Washer 8mm ................................... 4

1

—Cotter Pin
—Hex Nut
—Flat Washer

⁄8 x 1 (Wheels) ...................... 2

3

⁄8 -16 (Feet) ............................... 4

3

⁄8 ........................................ 1

—Phillips Head Screw M6-1 x 12 ............. 16

1

—Flat Washer
—Hex Bolt
—Sheet Metal Screw

⁄4 ...................................... 18

1

⁄4 x 20 x 1⁄2 " ............................. 2

1

⁄4-10 x 5⁄16" ............... 1

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.

A

B

C

G

L

M

H

K

F

J

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D

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Figure 3. G9742 Loose parts inventory.

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Clean Up

Site Considerations

The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy
oil to prevent corrosion during shipment. Remove
this protective coating with a solvent cleaner or
degreaser, such as shown in Figure 4. For thor­ough cleaning, some parts must be removed.

For optimum performance, clean all moving
parts or sliding contact surfaces. Avoid chlo-

rine-based solvents, such as acetone or brake
parts cleaner that may damage painted surfac­es. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions
when using any type of cleaning product.

Gasoline and petroleum
products have low flash
points and can explode
or cause fire if used to
clean machinery. DO
NOT use these products
to clean the machinery.

Floor Load

Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight
and footprint specifications of your machine.
Some floors may require additional reinforcement
to support both the machine and operator.

Working Clearances

Consider existing and anticipated needs, size of
material to be processed through each machine,
and space for auxiliary stands, work tables or
other machinery when establishing a location for
your new machine. See Figure 5 for the minimum
working clearances.

Many cleaning solvents
are toxic if inhaled.
Minimize your risk by only
using these products in a
well ventilated area.

G2544—Solvent Cleaner & Degreaser

A great product for removing the waxy shipping
grease from your machine during clean up.

23 3⁄8"

39"

Figure 5. Minimum working clearances.

Unsupervised children and
visitors inside your shop
could cause serious per­sonal injury to themselves.
Lock all entrances to the
shop when you are away and
DO NOT allow unsupervised
children or visitors in your
shop at any time!

Figure 4. Cleaner/degreaser available from

Grizzly.

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Cabinet, Wheels &

Feet

This bandsaw is shipped with four rubber feet
with posts and two wheels with an axle. It is your
option to install four rubber feet if you do not
need to move the bandsaw, or install the axle
and wheels if you need to move the bandsaw
re g ul arly.

Components and Hardware Needed: Qty

Base .................................................................. 1

Front Panel ........................................................ 1

Rear Panel ......................................................... 1

Right Panel ........................................................ 1

Left Panel .......................................................... 1

Ramp ................................................................. 1

Feet ................................................................... 4

Wheels............................................................... 2

Axle ................................................................... 1

—Flat Washers 17mm ................................ 4

—Cotter Pins .............................................. 2

—Hex Nuts

—Phillips Head Screw M6-1 x 12 ............. 16

—Flat Washer

—Hex Bolt M8-1.25 x 30 ............................ 4

—Flat Washer 8mm ................................... 4

3

⁄8 -16 ........................................ 4

1

⁄4 ...................................... 16

Figure 6. Installing wheels and feet.

5. Position the base on the floor, and adjust the

feet until the base is level and is stable.

6. Tighten the hex nuts against the base to lock
the feet in position.

7. Position the front and rear panels on the
base and install the panels to the base with
four M6-1 x 12 Phillips head screws and flat
washers (see Figure 7).

To install the wheels, feet, and the cabinet:

1. At the end of the base with the axle holes,
insert the axle into the base (see Figure 6).

2. Slide a 17mm flat washer and wheel onto

each end of the axle, followed by another
washer and cotter pin.

3

3. Thread a

4. Thread the two rubber feet into the base (see
Figure 6).

⁄8-16 hex nut on both feet.

Figure 7. Front and rear panels installed.

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8. Position the left panel between the front
and rear panels, and secure it in place with
six M6-1 x 12 Phillips head screws and flat
washers (see Figure 8).

Figure 8. Left Panel installed.

9. Position the right panel between the front

and rear panel, and secure it in place with six
M6-1 x 12 Phillips head screws and flat wash­ers (see Figure 9).

Get assistance when
lifting this machine.
Otherwise, you can
severely injure yourself!

10. With the help of an assistant or a hoisting

device, place the bandsaw onto the cabinet.

11. Secure the bandsaw to the cabinet with four
M8-1.25 x 30 hex bolts and 8mm flat washers
(see Figure 10).

Figure 9. Installing right panel.

Figure 10. Attaching bandsaw to cabinet.

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Shipping Strap &

Squaring Vise to

Stop Adjustment

To ensure that your bandsaw arrives without
damage to the hinge system, a shipping strap
was installed. After removing the shipping strap,
you will have to make a series of adjustments,
beginning with the feed stop bolt.

To remove the shipping strap and adjust the
feed stop bolt:

1. Remove the shipping strap hex bolt and

strap with a 12mm wrench (see Figure 11).

Note: Keep this shipping strap in the event that

you must transport or ship the bandsaw.

2. Adjust the feed stop bolt and jam nut with a
14mm wrench (Figure 12), so the bandsaw
blade teeth are just below the table surface
when the cut is complete.

Blade

To ensure that your bandsaw will make cuts that
match the degree scale, you must make sure to
square the vise to the blade.

To square the vise to the blade:

1. Rotate the headstock until the pointer reads

"0" on the tabletop scale, and tighten the
headstock lock lever so the headstock stays
indexed at zero.

2. Using a 6mm wrench, loosen the two cap
screws that hold the vise to the table (see
Figure 13).

Square

Headstock

Lock Lever

Figure 11. Removing shipping strap.

Figure 12. Feed stop bolt.

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Figure 13. Squaring vise to blade, headstock,

and table scale.

3. Using a small machinists square, adjust the
vise so it is square to the blade.

4. Tighten the two cap screws, so the vise and
blade are square with one another.

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Chip Tray & Cast

Iron Stop

The chip tray directs small workpieces into a buck­et when the cut is complete. The cast iron stop
allows you to repeat cuts at the same length.

OFF Button Lever

After you have removed the shipping strap and
have adjusted the headstock stop bolt, you must
adjust the OFF button lever stop bolt, so the
bandsaw shuts OFF automatically when a cut is
complete.

To install the chip tray and cast iron stop:

1. Position the chip tray as shown in Figure 14

if you choose to use this accessory.

Chip tray

Figure 14. Chip tray installed.

2. Insert the stop rod approximately 3⁄4" into the

saw until the end of the rod is just flush with
the inside casting surface.

To set the OFF button lever stop bolt:

1. With the headstock in the complete down

position, loosen the 12mm stop bolt and jam
nut (see Figure 16).

Stop Bolt and

Jam Nut

OFF Button

Figure 16. OFF button lever and stop bolt.

3. Using the 4mm hex wrench, tighten the set

screw shown in Figure 15.

Set Screw

Set Screw

Figure 15. Installing stop rod.

4. Slide the cast iron stop onto the stop rod

and tighten the set screw.

2. Push down on the OFF button lever so the
button is completely depressed.

3. While keeping the lever depressed, use your
fingertips to turn the stop bolt until the head
touches the lever.

1

4. Back off the stop bolt
jam nut.

⁄3 turn and tighten the

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G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Pulley Cover

When opened, the pulley cover gives you access
to change the pulley ratio so the bandsaw can cut
at one of three speeds.

ENTANGLEMENT
HAZARD! You MUST
install the pulley cover
before operating!
Otherwise, severe injury
may occur.

To install the pulley cover:

4. Loosen the belt tension knob enough to

install the belt on the appropriate pulley that
will give the required blade speed. Refer to
Blade Speed on Page 19 for blade speed
selections.

5. Adjust the belt tension knob (Figure 18), so
the belt has
the center, and close the cover.

1

⁄4" deflection when pressed in

1. UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!

2. Position and rotate the pulley cover into

place as shown in Figure 17.

1

3. Install the two
ers that secure the pulley cover.

⁄4-20 x 1⁄2" hex bolts and wash-

Belt Tension

Knob

Figure 18. Belt tension knob.

Figure 17. Positioning the pulley cover.

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Test Run

Recommended

Adjustments

Projectiles thrown from
the machine could cause
serious eye injury. Wear
safety glasses during
assembly and operation.

Starting the machine:

1. Read the entire instruction manual.

2. Make sure all tools and foreign objects have

been removed from the machine.

3. Put on safety glasses and secure loose
clothing or long hair.

4. Raise the bandsaw by the handle.

5. Start the bandsaw while keeping your finger

near the ON/OFF switch at all times dur­ing the test run. The bandsaw should run
smoothly with little or no vibration.

The adjustments listed below have been per­formed at the factory. However, because of
the many variables involved with shipping, we
recommend that you at least verify the following
adjustments to ensure the adjustments remain
unchanged.

Step-by-step instructions on verifying these
adjustments can be found in SECTION 6:

MAINTENANCE on Page 26 and SECTION 7:
SERVICE on Page 27.

Factory adjustments that should be verified:

1. Blade Tracking (Page 30).

2. Squaring Vise to Blade (Page 15).

3. Blade Guides (Page 22).

— If you suspect any problems, immediately
stop the bandsaw and correct before con­tinuing.

—If you need any help with your bandsaw

call our Tech Support at [phone].

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G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

Operation Safety

Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could
result from using this machine without
proper protective gear. Always wear safety
glasses, a respirator, and hearing protection
when operating this machine.

Loose hair and cloth­ing could get caught in
machinery and cause seri­ous personal injury. Keep
loose clothing and long
hair away from moving
machinery.

NOTICE

If you have never used this type of machine
or equipment before, WE STRONGLY REC­OMMEND that you read books, trade maga­zines, or get formal training before begin­ning any projects. Regardless of the con­tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will
not be held liable for accidents caused by
lack of training.

Blade Speed

The Model G9742 has these three blade speeds:
80, 120, and 200 FPM.

To change blade speeds:

1. UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!

2. Determine the best speed for your cut. The

table in Figure 19 is provided as a basic
guideline. Material thickness and the type of
blade used will factor into FPM selection.

Material Feet Per Minute

(FPM)

Aluminum 250

Plastics 800

Brass (soft) 500

Carbon Tool Steel 100-150

Cast Iron 100-150

Cold Rolled Steel 150-200

High Speed Steel 90-125

Malleable Iron 150-200

Hard Rubber 150-200

Figure 19. Blade speed table.

3. Slacken the V-belt and position it for the

desired FPM (see Figure 20).

80

120

200

Motor Pulley

Wheel Pulley

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Figure 20. V-belt positions in FPM.

4. Tension the V-belt as described in the Pulley
Cover section on Page 17.

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Blade Selection

The chart below is a basic starting point for choos­ing blade type based on teeth per inch (TPI) for
variable tooth pitch blades and for standard raker
type bimetal blades/HSS blades. However, for
exact specifications of bandsaw blades, contact
the blade manufacturer.

Here are some general rules of thumb with
respect to bandsaw blade use.

• At least three teeth must contact the metal
at any phase of the cut. Otherwise, the teeth
can load up with metal, fracture, and break
off. If the TPI is too high, the teeth can load
up with material and overheat, damaging the
blade.

• For a faster but rougher cut, use a blade with
a lower TPI and a higher feed rate.

• For a slower but smoother cut, use a blade
with more TPI and a lower feed rate.

To select the correct blade TPI:

1. Measure the material thickness. This mea-

surement is the length of cut taken from
where the tooth enters the workpiece, sweeps
through, and exits the workpiece.

2. Refer to the "Material Thickness" row of the
blade selection chart in Figure 21, and read
across to find the workpiece thickness you
need to cut.

3. Refer to the "Shape" of metal and "Material
Type" columns, and find the shape and
material to be cut.

4. In the applicable row, read across to the right
and find the box where the row and column
intersect. Listed in the box is the minimum
TPI recommended for the variable tooth pitch
blades, and the TPI for bimetal raker blades
in parentheses.

TOOTH SELECTION

mm

50

inch

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 192½ 3½

75 100 150 200 250 300 350 400

3/4

4/6

5/8

3/4

3/4

4/6

2/3

2/3 1.4/2.5

CUTTING SPEED RATE RECOMMENDATION

Material

Carbon

Steel

Angle

Steel

Thin

Tube

Aluminum

Alloy

Copper

Alloy

Speed FPM

(M/Min)

196~354

(60) (108)

180~220

(54) (67)

180~220

(54) (67)

220~534

(67) (163)

229~482

(70) (147)

Material Material Material

Tool Steel

High-Speed

Tool Steel

Cold-Work

Tool Steel

Hot-Work

Tool Steel

Oil-Hardened

Tool Steel

Speed FPM

(M/Min)

203
(62)

75~118

(25) (36)

95~213

(29) (65)

203
(62)

203~213
(62) (65)

Alloy
Steel

Mold Steel

Water

Hardened

Tool Steel

Stainless

Steel

CR Stainless

Steel

1.4/2.5

Speed FPM

(M/Min)

111~321
(34) (98)

246
(75)

242
(75)

85

(26)

85-203

(26) (62)

2/3

1.5/.8

Free Machining

Stainless Steel

Gray

Cast Iron

Ductile

Austenitic

Cast Iron

Malleable

Cast Iron

Plastics

450

1.5/.8

Speed FPM

(M/Min)

150~203
(46) (62)

108~225
(33) (75)

65~85

(20) (26)

321

(98)

220
(67)

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Figure 21. Blade selection chart.

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Feed Rate

The speed at which the saw blade will cut through
a workpiece is controlled by blade type and feed
rate.

The feed rate is controlled by the valve lever and
feed rate dial on the hydraulic cylinder shown in

Figure 22.

To set the feed rate:

1. Raise the headstock and turn the valve lever

sideways (horizontally).

2. Clamp the workpiece in the table vise.

3. Move the headstock and blade a few inches

above the workpiece.

4. With the correct saw blade installed and
blade speed selected, turn the saw ON.

Valve Lever

Feed Rate Dial

Figure 22. Bandsaw feed rate control.

Turning the valve lever in-line with the piping (as
shown in the Figure 22) opens it up, which allows
the fluid to circulate and allows the head to move.
Turning the valve lever sideways or perpendicular
to the pipiing closes it, which locks the headstock
in place.

The feed rate dial controls the amount of fluid that
circulates around the hydraulic cylinder, which in
turn, controls the speed that it moves.

5. Slowly rotate the feed rate dial to a conserva­tive feed rate until the saw begins to cut the
workpiece.

6. Observe the chips that exit the cut, and
increase or decrease the feed rate according
to the chip characteristics (see Figure 23).

Chips are width
of tooth, thin and
curled, and silvery:
Optimum speed and
feed rate.

Chips are silvery,
thin, small, or
powdery: Increase
feed rate.

Chips are large,
curled, blue or
brown, or smoking:
Decrease feed rate.

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Figure 23. Reading chips.

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Blade Guides

UNPLUG the bandsaw
power cord, and NEVER
adjust the blade guides
while the saw blade is
moving!

The blade guide side bearings support and twist
the blade straight so the blade will enter the
workpiece perpendicular to the table surface. The
blade guide support bearings prevent blade twist
by stopping the blade from being pushed back
during a cut. Both adjustments are critical for cor­rect saw operation (see Figure 24).

Guide Bearing

Adjustment

Hex Bolt

Side Bearing

Eccentric and

Jam Nut

Blade Guide Support Bearing

Side Bearing

Eccentric

and Jam Nut

Figure 25. Blade guide adjustments.

4. Adjust the blade guide housing so the sup-

port bearing rests against the rear of the
blade (see Figure 24).

5. Using a 14mm wrench, loosen the outer side
bearing eccentric jam nuts.

6. Using a 12mm wrench, rotate the side bear­ing eccentrics until the bearings have a bear­ing-to-blade clearance of 0.000" to 0.001".
The bearings must not pinch the blade and
the blade needs to be perpendicular to the
table.

Guide Bearing

Adjustment Hex Bolt

Blade Guide

Side Bearing

Figure 24. Blade guide adjustment locations.

To adjust the guide bearings:

Note: Make sure the blade is tensioned and

tracks correctly before you adjust the blade guide
bearings. Refer to Blade Tension and Blade
Tracking on Pages 23 and 30 for further instruc­tions.

1. UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!

2. Let the bandsaw headstock park in the full

down position.

3. Using a 12mm wrench, loosen the guide
bearing adjustment hex bolt (see Figure 25).

7. Tighten the jam nuts, loosen the lock knob,
and slide the blade guide close to the
workpiece so the blade is supported and will
not twist during the cut (see Figure 26).

Lock Knob

Figure 26. Blade guide position lock knob.

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G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Blade Tension

Proper blade tension is essential to long blade life,
straight cuts, and efficient cutting.

Two major signs that you do not have proper
blade tension are: 1) the blade stalls in the cut and
slips on the wheels, and 2) the blade frequently
breaks from being too tight.

To tension the blade on the bandsaw:

1. Make sure the blade is tracking properly.

2. UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!

• Let the blade reach full speed before engag­ing the workpiece. Never start a cut with the
blade in contact with the workpiece (see
Figure 27).

• Chips should be curled and silvery. If the
chips are thin and powder like, increase your
feed rate.

• Burned chips indicate a need to reduce your
blade speed.

• Wait until the blade has completely stopped
before removing the workpiece from the vise,
and avoid touching the cut end—it could be
very hot!

3. Slide the blade guides as far apart as they

will go, then tighten them down again.

4. Turn the tension knob clockwise to tighten

the blade, or counterclockwise to loosen the
blade.

Note: To fine tune blade tension, use a

blade tensioning gauge, like the one found in
SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES on Page 24.
Please follow the instructions included with
your gauge and the blade manufacturer's
recommendations on blade tension.

Operation Tips

The following tips will help you safely and effec­tively operate your bandsaw, and help you get the
maximum life out of your saw blades.

• Support long pieces so they won't fall when
cut, and flag the end to alert passers-by of
potential danger.

• Adjust the blade guides as close as possible
to the workpiece to minimize side-to-side
blade movement.

• Use coolant when possible to increase blade
life.

Work Stop

Tips for horizontal cutting:

• Use the work stop to quickly and accurately
cut multiple pieces of stock to the same
length.

• Clamp the material firmly in the vise jaws to
ensure a straight cut through the material,
and use the positive lock to speed produc­tion.

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Figure 27. Typical proper starting position.

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ACCESSORIES

SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES

G5107— 64 -1/ 2 x 1/2 x .025 10 TPI Raker
G5108—64-1/2 x 1/2 x .025 14 TPI Raker
G5109—64-1/2 x 1/2 x .025 18 TPI Raker
G5110—64-1/2 x 1/2 x .025 24 TPI Raker
G5111—64-1/2 x 1/2 x .025 6-10 Variable Pitch
G5112—64-1/2 x 1/2 x .025 8-12 Variable Pitch
G5113 — 6 4 -1 / 2 x 1/2 x .025 10-14 Variable Pitch
G5114 — 6 4 -1/ 2 x 1/2 x .025 14-18 Variable Pitch
G5115 — 64 -1/ 2 x 1/2 x .025 20-24 Variable Pitch

®

Power Tw ist
H9815—A

A smart upgrade for any machine that uses
V-belts. These link belts provide smooth running
with less vibration, heat, and noise than solid
belts. Power Twist
in minutes to any size—just add or remove sec­tions to fit your needs. Once you use a link belt,
you'll like it so much you'll want to convert all your
machines!

V-Belts

1

⁄2" x 4'

®

V-Belts can be customized

Figure 28. Blades.

H5408—Blade Tensioning Gauge

The Blade Tensioning Gauge ensures long blade
life, reduced blade breakage, and straight cutting
by indicating correct tension. A precision dial indi­cator provides you with a direct readout in PSI.

Figure 29. H5408 blade tensioning gauge.

Figure 30. Power Twist® V-Belt.

T20640—Machinery’s Handbook

For more than 90 years, this handbook has been
the benchmark by which machinists’ and engi­neering texts have been judged. Includes a wealth
of information on mathematics, mechanics, mea­surements, and materials. A must have for the
amateur or professional.

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Figure 31. Machinery’s Handbook.

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

G5618—Deburring Tool w/ 2 Blades
G5619—Extra Aluminum Blades
G5620—Extra Brass and Cast Iron Blade

The quickest tool for smoothing freshly machined
metal edges. Comes with two blades—one for
steel/aluminum and one for brass/cast iron.

Figure 32. G5618 deburring tool.

T20501—Face Shield Crown Protector 4"
T20502—Face Shield Crown Protector 7"
T20503—Face Shield Window
T20448—Economy Clear Safety Glasses
T20452—"Kirova" Anti-Reflective Glasses
T20456—"Dakura" Clear Safety Glasses

®

H0736—Shop Fox

Safety Glasses

These glasses meet ANSI Z87.1-2003 specifica­tions. Buy extras for visitors or employees. You
can't be too careful with shop safety!

G7615—Oil Can w/Steel Nozzle
G7616—Oil Can w/Plastic Nozzle
G7617—Oil Can w/Flexible Plastic Nozzle

Whether you’re lubricating cutting tools or main­taining machinery in top operating condition, you’ll
appreciate these High Pressure Oil Cans. Each
can holds 5 ounces of oil and has a trigger acti­vated, high pressure pump.

Figure 34. High pressure oil cans.

G9256—6" Dial Caliper
G9257—8" Dial Caliper
G9258—12" Dial Caliper

These traditional dial calipers are accurate to

0.001" and can measure outside surfaces, inside
surfaces, and heights/depths. Features stainless
steel, shock resistant construction and a dust
proof display.

T20502

T20452

T20503

T20448

T20456

H0736

Figure 33. Our most popular eye protection.

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Figure 35. Grizzly® dial calipers.

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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE

Always disconnect power
to the machine before
performing maintenance.
Failure to do this may
result in serious person­al injury.

Schedule

For optimum performance from your machine,
follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any
specific instructions given in this section.

Daily Check

• Loose mounting bolts.

• Damaged saw blade.

• Worn or damaged wires.

• Any other unsafe condition.

• Clean after each use.

• Proper blade tension.

Monthly Check

• Lubricate vise screw.

• Check V-Belt for wear.

Lubrication

The gearbox and all bearings are sealed and per­manently lubricated so no scheduled lubrication is
needed. However, you must periodically lubricate
adjustment locations and bare metal surfaces.
Refer to Figure 36 for lubrication points.

Lubricate the following areas listed below:

A. Blade Tension Mechanism: Open the main

blade guard, and drop a few drops of oil on
the tension knob lead screw.

B. Blade and Guides: Drop a few drops of

light machine oil on the blade and the blade
guides daily.

C. Gear Box: Is packed with grease and should

only be changed if you suspect contamina­tion has entered.

D. Table and Machined Surfaces: Keep bare

metal surfaces rust-free with regular applica­tions of products like SLIPIT®. For long term
storage you may want to consider products
like Boeshield T-9™.

Annual Check

• Inspect gear lubrication.

Cleaning

Cleaning the Model G9742 is relatively easy.
Keeping metal chips away from bandsaw mecha­nisms is important to making sure that your
bandsaw lasts a long time. Use a shop vacuum
or brush off metal chips frequently.

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E. Vise Lead Screw: Drop a few drops of light

machine oil on the vise lead screw weekly.

A

E

D

Figure 36. Lubrication points.

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

B

C

SECTION 7: SERVICE

Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section to fix your machine if a problem develops. If you
need replacement parts or you are unsure of your repair skills, then feel free to call our Technical Support
at [phone].

Troubleshooting

Motor & Electrical

Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution

Machine does not start
or a breaker trips.

Machine stalls or is
underpowered.

Machine has vibration
or noisy operation.

1. Plug/receptacle is at fault or wired incorrectly.

2. Start capacitor is at fault.

3. Wall fuse/circuit breaker is blown/tripped.

4. Motor connection wired incorrectly.

5. Power supply is at fault/switched OFF.

6. Motor ON/OFF switch is at fault.

7. Wiring is open/has high resistance.

8. Motor is at fault.

1. Wrong blade for the workpiece material.

2. Wrong workpiece material.

3. Feed rate/cutting speed too fast for task.

4. Blade is slipping on wheels.

5. Low power supply voltage.

6. Motor bearings are at fault.

7. Plug/receptacle is at fault.

8. Motor connection is wired incorrectly.

9. Motor has overheated.

10. Motor is at fault.

1. Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover.

2. Blade is at fault.

3. Gearbox is at fault.

4. Wrong blade & too slow of speed.

1. Test for good contacts; correct the wiring.

2. Test/replace if faulty.

3. Ensure correct size for machine load; replace
weak breaker.

4. Correct motor wiring connections.

5. Ensure hot lines have correct voltage on all
legs and main power supply is switched ON.

6. Replace faulty ON/OFF switch.

7. Check for broken wires or disconnected/
corroded connections, and repair/replace as
necessary.

8. Test/repair/replace.

1. Use blade with correct properties for your type
of cutting.

2. Use metal with correct properties for your type
of cutting.

3. Decrease feed rate/cutting speed.

4. Adjust blade tracking and tension.

5. Ensure hot lines have correct voltage on all
legs.

6. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose
shaft requires bearing replacement.

7. Test for good contacts; correct the wiring.

8. Correct motor wiring connections.

9. Clean off motor, let cool, and reduce
workload.

10. Test/repair/replace.

1. Replace dented fan cover; replace loose/
damaged fan.

2. Replace/resharpen blade.

3. Rebuild gearbox for bad gear(s)/bearing(s).

4. Change blade and or speed.

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Bandsaw Operations

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION

Machine is loud when
cutting or bogs down in
the cut.

Blades break often. 1. Blade is not tensioned correctly.

Blade dulls prematurely. 1. The cutting speed is too fast.

Blade wears on one side. 1. The blade guides are worn or mis-

Teeth are ripping from the
blade.

The cuts are crooked. 1. The feed pressure is too high.

1. Excessive feed rate.

2. The blade TPI is too great, or the
material is too coarse.

2. The workpiece is loose in the vise.

3. The feed or cut speed is wrong.

4. The blade TPI is too great, or the
material is too coarse.

5. The blade is rubbing on the wheel
flange.

6. The bandsaw is being started with
the blade resting on the workpiece.

7. The guide bearings are
misaligned, or the blade is rubbing
on the wheel flange.

8. The blade is too thick, or the
blades are of low quality.

2. The blade TPI is too coarse.

3. The blade feed pressure is too
light.

4. The workpiece has hard spots,
welds, or scale is on the material.

5. The blade is twisted.

6. The blade is slipping on the
wheels.

adjusted.

2. The blade guide slide bracket is
loose.

3. The wheels are out of alignment.

1. The feed pressure is too heavy
and the blade speed is too slow; or
the blade TPI is too coarse for the
workpiece.

2. The workpiece is vibrating in the
vise.

3. The blade gullets are loading up
with chips.

2. The guide bearings are out of
adjustment, or too far away from
the workpiece.

3. The blade tension is low.

4. The blade is dull.

5. The blade speed is wrong.

1. Refer to Feed Rate on Page 21, or Changing
Blade Speed on Page 19, and adjust as required.

2. Refer to Blade Selection on Page 20 and adjust as
required.

1. Check to see that blade is not excessively tight or
too loose.

2. Clamp the workpiece tighter, or use a jig to hold the
workpiece.

3. Refer to Feed Rate on Page 21, or Changing
Blade Speed on Page 19, and adjust as required.

4. Refer to Blade Selection on Page 20 and adjust as
required.

5. Refer to Blade Tracking on Page 30, and adjust as
required.

6. Start bandsaw and then slowly lower the headstock
by setting the feed rate.

7. Refer to Blade Tracking on Page 30, or Blade
Guides on Page 22 and adjust as required.

8. Use a higher quality blade.

1. Refer to Changing Blade Speed on Page 19, and
adjust as required.

2. Refer to Blade Selection on Page 20 and adjust as
required.

3. Refer to Feed Rate on Page 21, and adjust as
required.

4. Increase the feed pressure, and reduce the cutting
speed.

5. Replace the blade.

6. Refer to Blade Tension on Page 23, and adjust as
required.

1. Refer to Blade Guides on Page 22 and replace or
adjust.

2. Tighten the blade guide bracket.

3. Refer to Blade Tracking on Page 30, and adjust as
required.

1. Refer to Blade Selection on Page 20 and decrease
the feed pressure. Refer to Feed Rate on Page 21,
and adjust as required.

2. Re-clamp the workpiece in the vise, and use a jig if
required.

3. Use a coarser-tooth blade.

1. Refer to Feed Rate on Page 21, and adjust as
required.

2. Refer to Blade Guides on Page 22 and replace or
adjust.

3. Refer to Blade Tension on Page 23, and adjust as
required.

4. Refer to Changing the Blade on Page 29 and
replace the blade.

5. Refer to Changing Blade Speed on Page 19, and
adjust as required.

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G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Blade Change

Blades should be changed when they become
dull, damaged, or when you are using materials
that require a blade of a certain type or tooth
count.

To change the bandsaw blade:

1. UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!

2. Hold the headstock, unattach the feed cyl-

inder by removing the cap screw, then raise
the headstock to the full vertical position (see

Figure 37).

4. Loosen the tension knob and slip the blade

off of the wheels.

5. Install the new blade through both blade
guide bearings, as shown in Figure 39, and
around the bottom wheel.

Figure 39. Typical blade installation.

Feed Cylinder

Cap Screw

Figure 37. Disengaging the feed cylinder.

3. Push the safety stop in, use a screwdriver

to remove the upper and lower blade guide
guards, and loosen the blade guides (see
Figure 38).

Safety

Stop

Figure 38. Blade guide guards and fasteners.

Blade

Guide

Guards

6. Hold the blade around the bottom wheel with
one hand and slip it around the top wheel with
the other hand, keeping the blade between
the blade guide bearings.

Note: It is sometimes possible to flip the

blade inside out, in which case the blade will
be installed in the wrong direction. Check to
make sure the blade teeth are facing toward
the workpiece, as shown in Figure 39, after
mounting on the bandsaw. Some blades will
have a directional arrow as a guide.

7. When the blade is around both wheels,
adjust the position so the back of the blade is
against the shoulder of the wheels.

8. Tighten the tension knob as tight as neces­sary so the blade will not slip on the wheels
during start up.

9. Spin the wheel by hand until the blade
resumes the previous tracking.

—If the tracking needs to be adjusted, refer

to the Tracking procedure in the next sec­tion.

—If the tracking is fine, proceed to Blade

Tension on Page 23.

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10. Reinstall the blade guards, and adjust the
blade guides as described in Blade Guides
on Page 22

7. Adjust the tracking set screw with a 4mm hex
wrench as shown in Figure 40, then tighten
the cap screw loosened in Step 5.

11. Re-attach the feed cylinder.

Blade Tracking

The blade tracking has been properly set at
the factory. The tracking will rarely need to be
adjusted if the bandsaw is used properly.

To adjust the blade tracking on the bandsaw:

1. UNPLUG THE BANDSAW!

2. Raise the headstock and lock it in place by

pushing in the safety stop knob.

3. Remove both blade guide assemblies.

4. Open the wheel access cover.

5. Loosen, but do not remove the lower cap

screw in the blade wheel tilting mechanism
(Figure 40).

—Tightening the set screw will move the

blade closer to the shoulder of the wheel.

—Loosening the set screw will move the

blade away from the shoulder.

8. Tension the blade.

9. Spin the wheel by hand and observe how the

blade tracks on the wheel.

—If the blade tracks along the shoulder of

the wheel (without rubbing), the blade is
tracking properly and this adjustment is
completed.

—If the blade drifts away from the shoulder

of the wheel or hits the shoulder, repeat

Steps 5-8.

10. Replace the blade guard and blade guide

assemblies.

11. Adjust the blade guides as needed. Refer to
Blade Guides on Page 22

Tracking

Set Screw

Lower Cap Screw

Figure 40. Adjusting tracking set screw.

6. Relax the blade tension.

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Electrical Components

Figure 41. Capacitor

Figure 42. Switch wiring right-hand view.

Figure 43. Switch wiring rear view.

Figure 44. Switch wiring left-hand view.

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220 Wiring

G9742 Wiring Diagram

Disconnect power from
machine before performing
any electrical service. Failure
to do this will result in a
shock hazard leading to
injury or death.

110V
Power Supply

Load

Hot

Neutral

Neutral

Green

Green

White

Black

Paddle

Switch

220V
Power Supply

Ground

Ground

110V

Connection

Green

Neutral

White

Black

Hot

Bandsaw Motor
Electrical Box

220V

Red

Red

Black

Black

Gray

Gray

Yellow

Yellow

Motor

Motor

Bandsaw Motor
Capacitor Cover

Wire number
Wire Color

1 = Black
2 = Yellow
3 = Red
4 = Gray

Capacitor

Capacitor

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Load

Hot

White

Black

Neutral

Hot

Ground

Ground

Green

Paddle
Switch

Connection

Green

Hot

White

Black

Hot

Bandsaw Motor
Electrical Box

Capacitor

Capacitor

Motor

Motor

Bandsaw Motor
Capacitor Cover

Red

Black

Black

Gray
Yellow

Yellow

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Red

Gray

Wire number
Wire Color

1 = Black
2 = Yellow
3 = Red
4 = Gray

Saw Parts Breakdown

75

101

100

80

79

75

109

108

101-1

182

35

50

72

89

31

112

104

103

109

81

83

100

72

73

93

92

120

2

123

84

134

71

98

8

133

1

11

97

8

12

320

35

102

132

201

76

200

199

66

35

132-1

102

97

59

11

58

3

48

51

50

71-1

198

113

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Saw Parts List

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

1 PB07 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 3/4 92 P9742092 GEAR BOX GASKET

2 PN05 HEX NUT 1/4-20 93 P9742093 COVER

3 PW06 FLAT WASHER 1/4 97 PS08M PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 12

8 PW07 FLAT WASHER 5/16 98 P9742098 KNOB 5/16-18 X 45

11 PB03 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1 100 PS23 PHLP HD SCR 8-32 x 1/4

12 PN02 HEX NUT 5/16-18 101 P9742101 WORM GEAR PULLEY

31 PB03 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1 101-1 PSS38 SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/8

35 PLW04 LOCK WASHER 3/8 102 PLW01 LOCK WASHER 5/16

48 PS06 PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/8 103 P9742103 BLADE TENSION SLIDING PLATE

50 PB07 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 3/4 104 PSS38 SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/8

51 PW07 FLAT WASHER 5/16 108 P9742108 SHAFT BLOCK

58 P9742058 KNOB 1/4-20 X 5/8 109 P9742109 BLADE TENSION SLIDING GUIDE

59A P9742059A BLADE BACK SAFETY COVER V2.11.06 112 PVA22 V-BELT A-22 4L220

66 P9742066 KNOB 3/8-16 X 1-1/4 113 G5109 BLADE 64-1/2 X 1/2 X.025

71 P9742071 BLADE WHEEL FRONT 120 P9742120 BUSHING 19 X 17 X 7

71-1 PSS17 SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/16 123 PB05 HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 3/4

72 P9742072 BEARING COVER 132 P9742132 SAFETY GUARD RIGHT

73 PK23M KEY 5 X 5 X 25 133 PS06 PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/8

75 PB02 HEX BOLT 1/4-20 X 5/8 134 P9742134 WIRE CLAMP

76 P9742076 SWITCH CUT OFF TIP 182 PW07 FLAT WASHER 5/16

79 P9742079 BLADE TENSION ADJ KNOB 198 PR05M EXT RETAINING RING 15MM

80 P9742080 COMPRESSION SPRING 199 PB03 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1

81 P9742081 BODY FRAME 200 PSB04 CAP SCREW 1/4-20 X 1/2

83 PB41 HEX BOLT 1/2-12 X 1-1/2 201 PN02 HEX NUT 5/16-18

84 P9742084 MOTOR MOUNT PLATE 320 PB58 HEX BOLT 3/8-16 X 2

89 P9742089 OIL SEAL

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G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Stand Parts Breakdown

27

85-2

28

194

85-1

307

196V2

111

126

85-3

85-4

305V2

124

302V2

301V2

126

125

313

312

86-1

86

303V2

314

16

74

312

308

311

44

85

319

310

309

318

322

320

11

304

315

50

321

338

51

324

54

325

323

17

328

329

362

363

255

258

254

262

259

263

261

256

257

330A-1

21

19

20

334

359

366

316

300

367

368

364

363

361

330A

333

9

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Stand Parts List

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

9 P9742009 WHEEL 302A P9742302A VISE JAW BRACKET-FRONT V2.01.08
11 PB03 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1 303A P9742303A VICE JAW BRACKET-REAR V2.01.08
16 P9742016 MOTOR CABLE 304 P9742304 SWIVEL BASE UPPER
17 P9742017 PIVOTING ROD 305A P9742305A BRACKET W/NUT V2.01.08
19 P9742019 WORK STOP 306 P9742306 ACME NUT
20 PSS17 SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/16 307A P9742307A ACME SCREW V2.01.08
21 P9742021 STOCK STOP ROD 1/2 X 216 308 P9742308 BUSHING
27 P9742027 HANDWHEEL HANDLE 309 PLW01 LOCK WASHER 5/16
28 P9742028 HANDWHEEL 310 PSB30 CAP SCREW 5/16-18 X 1/2
44 P9742044 POWER CABLE 311 PB07 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 3/4
50 PB07 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 3/4 312 PW07 FLAT WASHER 5/16
51 PW07 FLAT WASHER 5/16 313 PB12 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1-1/4
54 P9742054 PIVOT 314 PSS03 SET SCREW 1/4-20 X 3/8
74 PK12M KEY 5 X 5 X 30 315 P9742315 POSITIONING RING
85 P9742085 MOTOR 1/2 HP 316 PN06 HEX NUT 1/2-12
85-1 P9742085-1 MOTOR FAN COVER 318 PB27 HEX BOLT 1/2-13 X 2-1/2
85-2 P9742085-2 MOTOR FAN 319 PN08 HEX NUT 3/8-16
85-3 P9742085-3 CAPACITOR COVER 321 P9742321 POSITION PIN
85-4 P9742085-4 S. CAPACITOR 200MFD 125VAC 322 P9742322 POSITION KNOB
86 P9742086 MOTOR PULLEY 323 P9742323 BUSHING
86-1 PSS17 SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 5/16 324 P9742324 HANDLE
111 P9742110A PULLEY COVER ASSEMBLY 325 PCB19 CARRIAGE BOLT 3/8-16 X 1 3/4
124 P9742124 SHIPPING BRACKET 328 P9742328 SWITCH BASE
125 PB09 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1/2 329 PS06 PHLP HD SCR #10-24 X 3/8
126 PS04 PHLP HD SCR 1/4-20 X 1/2 330A P9742330A PADDLE SWITCH W/SWITCH BOX V2.11.06
194 P9742194 FENDER WASHER 1/4 330A-1 G8988 PADDLE SWITCH V2.11.06
196V2 P9742196V2 KNOB #8 X 3/4 V2.06.08 333 P0561096 COTTER PIN 3 X 25
254 P9742254 SUPPORT ROD 334 P9742334 CHIP TRAY
255 PSS04 SET SCREW 1/4-20 X 5/16 338 P9742338 SCALE
256 PW08 FLAT WASHER #8 359 P9742359 DELUXE STAND ASSEMBLY
257 P9742257 HEX BOLT #8-32 X 1/2 361A P9742361A WHEEL ROD 21" TO 22" V2.04.04
258A P9742258A CYLINDER ASSEMBLY V2.06.06 362 PB26M HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 30
259 P9742259 CYLINDER UPPER SUPPORT 363 PLW04 LOCK WASHER 3/8
261 PSS47 SET SCREW #8-32 X 5/16 364 PN03M HEX NUT M8-1.25
262 PSB05 CAP SCREW 1/4-20 X 3/4 366 P9742366 RUBBER FOOT 3/8-16 X 1"
263 PLW02 LOCK WASHER 1/4 367 PW03M FLAT WASHER 6MM
300 P9742300 BASE 368 PS14M PHLP HD SCR M6-1 X 12
301A P9742301A VISE BASE V2.01.08

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G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

Guides & Shafts Parts Breakdown

70

64-1

114

65

11

102

8

68

106

70

105

107

99

69

87

88

87

64

62

114

61

63

62-1

60

96

61

87

57

94

61

61

60

62

90

11

102

8

63

62-1

91

95

73

87

88

89

77

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

8 PW07 FLAT WASHER 5/16 77 P9742077 BLADE WHEEL REAR

11 PB03 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1 87 P6202 BALL BEARING 6202ZZ

57 P9742057 ADJUSTABLE BRACKET- LEFT 88 P9742088 BUSHING

60 PR01M EXT RETAINING RING 10MM 89 P9742089 OIL SEAL

61 P6000 BEARING 6000ZZ 90 P9742090 TRANSMISSION WHEEL SHAFT

62 P9742062 GUIDE PIVOT LEFT 91 P9742091 WORM GEAR

62-1 P9742062-1 GUIDE PIVOT RIGHT 94 P9742094 WORM GEAR SHAFT

63 P9742063 BEARING PIN 95 PRP20M ROLL PIN 4 X 22

64 P9742064 BLADE GUIDE REAR 96 P9742096 BEARING BUSHING

64-1 P9742064-1 BLADE GUIDE FRONT 99 P9742099 BUSHING

65 P9742065 ADJUSTABLE BRACKET RIGHT 102 PLW01 LOCK WASHER 5/16

68 PFH03 FLAT HD SCR 1/4-20 X 1/2 105 PRP39M ROLL PIN 4 X 20

69 P9742069 DEFLECTOR PLATE 106 P9742106 SHAFT BLOCK

70 PN08 HEX NUT 3/8-16 107 P9742107 BLADE WHEEL SHAFT

73 PK23M KEY 5 X 5 X 25 114 PLW04 LOCK WASHER 3/8

87

G9742 Metal Cutting Bandsaw (Mfg. Since 11/06

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Labels Parts Breakdown

378

378 -1

379

382

380

383

REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION

378 P9742378 MACHINE ID LABEL 381 PLABEL-12 READ MANUAL LABEL

378-1 P9742378-1 MACHINE WARNINGS LABEL 382 PLABEL-14 ELECTRICITY LABEL

379 P9742379 SAFETY GLASSES LABEL 383 G9987 GRIZZLY LOGO PLATE

380 PLABEL-26 UNPLUG LABEL

Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to prevent injury. The owner of this machine
MUST maintain the original location and readability of the labels on the machine. If any label is
removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before using the machine again. Contact
Grizzly at [phone] or www.grizzly.com to order new labels.

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