Grizzly G9910 User Manual

HOOK & LOOP SANDER/POLISHER

MODEL G9910

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COPYRIGHT © 2000 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

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

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SAFETY

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

Safety Instructions For Power Tools

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 ALL SAFETY DEVICES IN
PLACE and in working order.

2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of check-

ing 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.

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9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD

for the tool. 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. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper

footing and balance at all times.

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 TOOLSbefore ser-

vicing and changing accessories,
such as blades, bits, cutters, and
the like.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNIN­TENTIONAL STARTING. Make

sure switch is in off position before
plugging in.

17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCES­SORIES. Consult the owner’s

manual for recommended acces­sories. The use of improper acces­sories may cause risk of injury.

18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.

Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is dam­aged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mount­ing, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.

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.

AMP LENGTH

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

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INTRODUCTION

Commentary

We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model
G9910 Hook & Loop Sander/Polisher. The
Model G9910 is part of a growing Grizzly
family of fine power tools. When used
according to the guidelines set forth in this
manual, you can expect years of trouble­free, enjoyable operation and proof of
Grizzly’s commitment to customer satis­faction.

The Model G9910 Hook & Loop
Sander/Polisher offers a variable speed
capability up to 10,000 RPM and includes
a trigger lock for long-term running with no
fatigue. Adjustable side handle can be
moved to convenient location around the
motor body. Designed for standard 8 hole,
5" circular sanding pads, the Model G9910
uses a flow-through dust collection system
to allow dust to accumulate in the detach­able bag. Orbital action allows for swirl ­free finishes.

We are pleased to provide this manual
with the Model G9910. It was written to
encourage safety considerations and
guide you through general operating pro­cedures and maintenance. It represents
our effort to produce the best documenta­tion possible.

The specifications, details, and pho­tographs in this manual represent the
Model G9910 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. If
you have any comments regarding this
manual, please write to us at the address

below:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

C

/O Technical Documentation

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

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 Model
G9910 will be time well spent. DO NOT
operate this machine until you are
competely 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.

Most importantly, we stand behind our
tools. If you have any service questions or
parts requests, please call or write us at
the location listed below.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

2406 Reach Road

Williamsport, PA 17701

Phone: [phone]

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

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Getting Started

After making sure the power source
matches the specifications on the sander
label, plug in sander. Pull the trigger
switch to turn it on, and release the switch
to turn the sander off. When you first turn
it on, make sure that your finger remains
on the switch so you can STOP the
sander in case there’s a problem. The
sander should run smoothly. Strange or
unnatural noises should be investigated
and corrected before operating the
machine further.

Speed selection can be adjusted from the
dial on the On/Off switch. The label on the
switch indicates the direction needed to
increase or decrease speed.

Selecting Abrasives

The best results from your G9910 Hook &
Loop Sander/Poisher will be accom­plished using the proper grit of coated
abrasive. As a rule, you will want to start
with a more coarse paper for removing
large defects or rough spots, then work
through finer grits one or two grades at a
time until you achieve the smoothness
and quality you desire.

Any time you are unsure about which grit
to begin with, experiment in a small corner
or area that isn’t very noticeable on your
project. Ideally, you want to achieve the
balance of removing defects without dam­aging your work.

ALUMINUM OXIDE and SILICON CAR­BIDE abrasives are an excellent choice
because they last longer and are sharper
than natural abrasives.

Attaching Abrasives

Abrasive sheets are easily attached with
the hook-and-loop system on the pad of
your G9910 sander. Fit the sheet over the
pad so that it covers the entire area, push
and slightly twist to make sure the coated
abrasive sheet is snug on the pad. Make
sure you don’t cover the suction holes.

Remove abrasive sheets by pinching an
edge and peeling off.

Using the Sander

Starting with the coarsest grit you have
determined to be sufficient for the job,
sand the work evenly, in the same direc­tion as the grain of the wood. Always keep
the machine moving so the finish of your
work stays consistent. If you stay in one
place too long, then the sander may pro­duce a depression in the wood that will
compromise your finish.

Sanding across the grain of the wood may
be necessary in some cases to remove
rough defects. This should be done with
caution however, because it can produce
cross-grain scratching that will require fur­ther sanding to remove.

Change abrasive sheets as soon as the
grit becomes dull. You will recognize this
when the sander seems to slide across the
work without any “bite.”

Never apply excessive force while sand­ing. Your sander will last longer if you let
“it” do the work. Using a slight pressure
barely greater than the weight of the
machine is ideal because you can still
maintain control while obtaining a fine fin­ish.

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MAINTENANCE

General

Regular periodic maintenance on your
Model G9910 Hook & Loop
Sander/Polisher will ensure its optimum
performance. Make a habit of inspecting
your sander each time you use it. Check
for the following conditions and repair or
replace when necessary:

1. Loose fasteners.

2. Worn switch.

3. Worn or damaged cords and
plugs.

4. Worn or damaged rubber backing
pad or abrasive sheet.

5. Any other condition that could
hamper the safe operation of this
machine.

Keeping Tool Clean

Your G9910 Rotary Sander will give you
years of trouble free service if you keep it
clean and free of built-up dust or grime.
Ensure that no air passages get blocked. If
they do, blow them out with compressed
air. WARNING: Wear safety glasses when
cleaning tool with compressed air.

Plastic parts can easily be cleaned with a
damp cloth, but never use water to clean
any electrical parts. Solvents should also
be avoided on plastic because of the pos­siblity of damage.

If possible use a scraper to remove glue or
sap from your work; these elements may
hinder the effectiveness of the abrasive
sheets and cause unnecessary build-up of
grime on the sander.

Repair and Service

All quality tools will eventually wear from
normal use. Since sander is encased in a
double insulated plastic cover, leave repair
and service issues to a qualified service
technician. This includes brush replace­ment, lubrication or any other internal
operation.

You can replace the rubber backing pad
that holds the abrasive sheets if it
becomes worn. Simply remove the four
screws that hold backing plate to the body
of the sander and replace with a new rub­ber backing piece, installing the reverse of
removal. Always make sure you re-tighten
the rubber backing screws sufficiently
enough, so you don’t have problems when
you resume operations.

Disassembly and improper reassem­bly of this device can result in elec­trical shock danger. Always have this
device serviced by a qualified electri­cal repair technician. Serious injury
will result.

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Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original
purchaser from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly
or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of main­tenance. This is Grizzly’s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be
implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any particular purpose, are here­by limited to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant or represent that the
merchandise complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so
warrants. In no event shall Grizzly’s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price
paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State
of Washington, County of Whatcom.

We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, con­tingent, special, or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.

To take advantage of this warranty, contact us by mail or phone and give us all the details.
We will then issue you a “Return Number’’, which must be clearly posted on the outside as
well as the inside of the carton. We will not accept any item back without this number. Proof
of purchase must accompany the merchandise.

The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they con­stantly strive to achieve better quality equipment. We make every effort to ensure that our
products meet high quality and durability standards and we hope you never need to use this
warranty.

Please feel free to write or call us if you have any questions about the machine or the man­ual.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

2406 Reach Road

Williamsport, PA 17701

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-Mail:

[e-mail]

Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com

Thank you again for your business and continued support. We hope to serve you again
soon.

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