Grizzly G9953ZXF, G4815, G9953, G9953ZX User Manual

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Model G4815 Shown

Model G9953 Shown

ULTIMATE SERIES JOINTERS

MODELS G9953/G9953ZX/G9953ZXF/G4815

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WARNING

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

SECTION 1: SAFETY........................................................................................................................2

Safety Instructions For Power Tools ..........................................................................................2

Additional Safety Instructions For Jointers ................................................................................4

SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................5

SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................6

Model G9953/G9953ZX ..............................................................................................................6

Model G9953ZXF........................................................................................................................7

Model G4815 ..............................................................................................................................8

Minimum Cord Size ....................................................................................................................9

Extension Cords..........................................................................................................................9

Grounding ..................................................................................................................................9

Rewire To 440V (G9953ZXF Only) ..........................................................................................10

Rewire To 440V (G4815 Only) ................................................................................................11

SECTION 4: MAIN COMPONENTS................................................................................................12

SECTION 5: SET UP ......................................................................................................................13

Parts Inventory ..........................................................................................................................13

Unpacking ................................................................................................................................13

Hardware Recognition Chart ....................................................................................................14

Site Considerations ..................................................................................................................15

Clean Up ..................................................................................................................................15

Fence ........................................................................................................................................16

Beginning Assembly..................................................................................................................16

Dust Collection ..........................................................................................................................17

Pedestal Switch ........................................................................................................................17

Knife To Outfeed ....................................................................................................................18

Carbide Cutter ..........................................................................................................................19

Infeed Table To ........................................................................................................................20

Fence Stops ..............................................................................................................................21

Start Up ....................................................................................................................................22

SECTION 6: OPERATIONS ............................................................................................................23

Stock Inspection ......................................................................................................................23

Operation Safety ......................................................................................................................23

Squaring Stock..........................................................................................................................24

Surface Planing ........................................................................................................................25

Edge Jointing ............................................................................................................................26

Bevel Cutting ............................................................................................................................27

SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................28

Table ........................................................................................................................................28

General ....................................................................................................................................28

Maintenance Safety ..................................................................................................................28

Carbide Cutters ........................................................................................................................29

Knives ......................................................................................................................................29

Lubrication ................................................................................................................................29

Maintenance Log ......................................................................................................................30

SECTION 8: SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................31

Outfeed Table ..........................................................................................................................31

Adjustment Safety ....................................................................................................................31

Knives ......................................................................................................................................32

Carbide Cutters ........................................................................................................................33

Infeed Table Cam ....................................................................................................................34

Fence Stops ..............................................................................................................................36

Depth-Of-Cut Scale ..................................................................................................................37

Service Log ..............................................................................................................................38

SECTION 9: REFERENCE INFO ....................................................................................................39

G9953 Machine Data Sheet......................................................................................................40

G9953ZX Machine Data Sheet ................................................................................................41

G9953ZXF Machine Data Sheet ..............................................................................................42

G4815 Machine Data Sheet......................................................................................................43

G9953 & G9953ZX Wiring Diagram ........................................................................................44

G4815 & G9953ZXF Wiring Diagram ......................................................................................45

G9953ZXF 440V 3-Phase Wiring Diagram ..............................................................................46

G4815 440V 3-Phase Wiring Diagram ....................................................................................47

G9953 Series Parts ..................................................................................................................48

G4815 Parts ..............................................................................................................................56

Troubleshooting Guide..............................................................................................................67

Warranty & Returns ..................................................................................................................70

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Safety Instructions For Power Tools

5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be

kept at a safe distance from work area.

6. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

7. NEVER FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

8. USE RIGHT TOOL. DO NOT force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working

order.

2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a habit of checking to

see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning on.

3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

4. NEVER USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. DO NOT use power tools in

damp or wet locations, or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist. Keep work area well lighted.

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction

Manual Before Operating This Equipment

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

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD

result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY

result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert

against unsafe practices.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper operation of the equipment.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention measures.

NOTICE

SECTION 1: SAFETY

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9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make

sure your extension cord is in good condition. Conductor size should be in accordance with the chart below. The amperage rating should be listed on the motor or tool nameplate. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Your extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin. Always repair or replace extension cords if they become damaged.

Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords

10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear

loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use

face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold

work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

13. DO NOT OVER-REACH. 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.

LENGTH

AMP RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft

0-6 16 16 16 7-10 16 16 14 11-12 16 16 14 13-16 14 12 12 17-20 12 12 10 21-30 10 10 No

Safety Instructions For Power Tools

15. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. On machines with magnet-

ic contact starting switches there is a risk of starting if the machine is bumped or jarred. Always disconnect from power source before adjusting or servicing. Make sure switch is in OFF position before reconnecting.

17. 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.

18. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. DO NOT

leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

19. NEVER OPERATE A MACHINE WHEN TIRED, OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL. Full mental alert-

ness is required at all times when running a machine.

20. NEVER ALLOW UNSUPERVISED OR UNTRAINED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE THE MACHINE. Make sure any

instructions you give in regards to machine operation are approved, correct, safe, and clearly understood.

21. IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES performing the intend-

ed operation, stop using the machine! Then contact our service department or ask a qualified expert how the operation should be performed.

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Additional Safety Instructions For Jointers

1. JOINTING SAFETY BEGINS with your

lumber. Inspect your stock carefully before you feed it over the cutterhead. If you have any doubts about the stability or structural integrity of your stock, DO NOT JOINT IT!

2. MAINTAIN PROPER RELATIONSHIPS of

infeed and outfeed table surfaces and cutterhead knife path.

3. ALWAYS USE A PUSH BLOCK when

jointing. Never place your hands directly over the cutterhead.

4. SUPPORT THE WORKPIECE adequately

at all times during operation, and maintain control over the work at all times.

5. WHEN JOINTING, DO NOT stand directly

at the end of either table. Position yourself just to the side of the infeed table to protect yourself from possible kickbacks.

6. NEVER MAKE JOINTING CUTS deeper

than

⁄8".

7. NEVER JOINT A BOARD that has loose

knots. All defects should be cut out of the board before it is planed or jointed.

8. NEVER JOINT end grain.

9. JOINT WITH THE GRAIN. Jointing against

the grain is dangerous and could produce chatter or excessive chip out , which could lead to loss of control over the workpiece.

10. WITH THE EXCEPTION OF RABBETING,

all operations must be performed with the guard in place. After rabbeting, be sure to replace the guard.

11. NEVER BACK THE WORK toward the

infeed table. If a cut must be interrupted, lift the workpiece clear of the cutterhead.

12. HABITS — GOOD AND BAD — are hard

to break. Develop good habits in your shop and safety will become second-nature to you.

13. “KICKBACK” is when the workpiece is

thrown off the jointer table by the force of the cutterheads. Always use pushblocks and safety glasses to reduce the likelihood of injury from “kickback.” If you do not understand what kickback is, or how it occurs, DO NOT operate this machine.

14. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO WOOD DUST IS KNOWN TO CAUSE CANCER IN HUMANS. Always wear an OSHA-

approved respirator when working in an environment that could contain wood dust.

Like all power tools, there is danger associated with the jointers. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this tool 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 equipment or poor work results.

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We are proud to offer the Model G9953 16" Ultimate Series Jointers and the Model G4815 20" Ultimate Series Jointer. These jointers are part of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. When used according to the guidelines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satisfaction.

The main differences in the models are shown in the chart below. All three machines are built to withstand the rigors of heavy-duty production use. For more complete information about each machine, see Section 9: Reference Info.

We are pleased to provide this manual with the Model G9953 16" Ultimate Series Jointers and the Model G4815 20" Ultimate Series Jointer. 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.

/O Technical Documentation

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 Model G9953 16" Ultimate Series Jointers and the Model G4815 20" Ultimate Series Jointer 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. Current Grizzly machine manuals can be viewed and printed at: www.grizzly.com.

Description G9953 G9953ZX G9953ZXF G4815

Motor Size 5 HP 5 HP 5 HP 7

⁄2 HP

Motor Phase Single Single Three Three

Cutterhead 4 Knife Spiral Cutterhead Spiral Cutterhead Spiral Cutterhead

Lack of familiarity with this manual could cause serious personal injury. Become familiar with the contents of this manual, including all the safety warnings.

SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION

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Model

G9953/G9953ZX

Figure 1. NEMA-style L6-20 plug and outlet.

Voltage & Amperage Draw

The Model G9953/G9953ZX features a 5 HP motor and is wired to operate on a single-phase, 220V circuit. The motor will draw the following load:

Motor Load ............................................28 Amps

Plug Type

The cord set enclosed does not have a plug as the style of plug you require will depend on the type of service you currently have or plan to install. We recommend using the following plugs for your machine on a dedicated circuit only (see Figure 1 for an example).

Recommended Plug ......................6-30 or L6-30

Circuit Breaker Requirements

Use the following guidelines when choosing a circuit breaker (circuit breakers rated any higher are not adequate to protect the circuit):

Circuit Breaker ............................30 Amp, 2 Pole

Your Circuit Capacity

Always check to see if the wires in your circuit are capable of handling the amperage draw from your machine, as well as any other machines that could be operating on the same circuit. If you are unsure, consult a qualified electrician.

If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows regularly, your machine may be operating on a circuit that is close to its amperage draw capacity. However, if an unusual amperage draw does not exist and a power failure still occurs, contact a qualified electrician or our service department at (570) 546-9663.

Serious personal injury could occur if you connect your machine to the power source before you have completed the assembly process. DO NOT connect the machine to the power source until instructed to do so.

SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS

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Model G9953ZXF

Figure 2. NEMA-style L15-20 plug and outlet.

Voltage & Amperage Draw

The Model G9953ZXF features a 5 HP motor and is wired to operate on a 3-phase, 220V circuit. The motor will draw the following load:

Motor Load ............................................14 Amps

Plug Type

Recommended Plug ................................L15-20

Circuit Breaker Requirements

Use the following guidelines when choosing a circuit breaker (circuit breakers rated any higher are not adequate to protect the circuit):

Circuit Breaker ............................15 Amp, 3 Pole

Your Circuit Capacity

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Model G4815

Figure 3. NEMA-style L15-30 plug and outlet.

Voltage & Amperage Draw

The Model G4815 features a 7

⁄2 HP motor and is wired to operate on a 3-phase, 220V circuit. The motor will draw the following load:

Motor Load ............................................20 Amps

Plug Type

Recommended Plug ................................L15-30

Circuit Breaker Requirements

Use the following guidelines when choosing a circuit breaker (circuit breakers rated any higher are not adequate to protect the circuit):

Recommended Circuit Breaker ..25 Amp, 3 Pole

Your Circuit Capacity

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Grounding

Extension Cords

No single list of electrical guidelines can be comprehensive for all shop environments. Operating this machinery may require additional electrical upgrades specific to your machine and shop environment. It is your responsibility to make sure your electrical systems comply with all local electrical codes and ordinances.

We do not recommend the use of extension cords with 220V single or 3-phase equipment. Instead, arrange the placement of your equipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for extension cords.

Electrocution or a fire can result if the machine is not grounded correctly. Make sure all electrical circuits are grounded. DO NOT use the machine if it is not grounded.

Minimum Cord Size

For 220V single-phase operation, use the following power cord:

G9953Z/G9953ZX—220V, Single-Phase

Cord ..............................................2 Pole, 3 Wire

Gauge ..............................................................10

For 220V 3-phase operation, use the following power cord:

G9953ZXF—220V, 3-Phase

Cord ..............................................3 Pole, 4 Wire

Gauge ..............................................................10

G4815—220V, 3-Phase

Cord ..............................................3 Pole, 4 Wire

Gauge ..............................................................10

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. This machine is equipped with a power cord that has an equipment-grounding prong. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

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Rewire To 440V

(G9953ZXF Only)

To rewire the Model G9953ZXF to 440V:

1. Disconnect the sander from the power

source!

2. Replace the power indicator light in the

pedestal switch to one suitable for 440V operation

3. Remove the RHN-18 overload relay and

replace it with a RHN-10 (5.5-8.5A) type, with the dial set to 7A (Figure 4).

4. Remove the CN-18 magnetic contact over-

load relay and replace it with a CN-11 type (Figure 5).

5. Wire the motor as shown on the diagram on

the inside of the motor wire cover. Note—

The circled references on the diagrams represent labels on the wires. Also, Figure 6 below has been provided for your reference and are current at the time that this manual is being written. However, always use the diagram on the wire cover that comes with your motor!

Figure 4. Overload relays.

RHN-10

Overload Relay

Figure 5. Overload relays.

Figure 6. 440V motor wiring.

CN-11

Magnetic

Contactor

Overload

Relay

G9953ZXF

Motor Wiring

123

RST RST

220V 440V

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Rewire To 440V

(G4815 Only)

To rewire the Model G4815 to 440V:

1. Disconnect the sander from the power

source!

2. Replace the power indicator light in the

pedestal switch to one suitable for 440V operation

3. Remove the RHN-18 overload relay and

replace it with a RHN-10 (8.5-12.5A) type, set to 10A (Figure 7).

4. Remove the CN-18 magnetic contact over-

load relay and replace it with a CN-16 type (Figure 8).

5. Wire the motor as shown on the diagram on

the inside of the motor wire cover. Note—

The circled references on the diagrams represent labels on the wires. Also, Figure 9 below has been provided for your reference and are current at the time that this manual is being written. However, always use the diagram on the wire cover that comes with your motor!

Figure 7. Overload relay.

RHN-10

Overload Relay

Figure 8. Overload relay.

Figure 9. 440V motor wiring.

CN-16

Magnetic

Contactor

Overload

Relay

G4815

Motor Wiring

123

RST RST

220V 440V

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1. Infeed Table: Facing the front of the jointer,

the infeed table is located to the right of the cutterhead. The infeed table is where the workpiece is placed at the beginning of the cutting operation. The wood travels right to left; from the infeed table, across the cutterhead, and onto the outfeed table.

2. Pedestal Switch: Location of the power indi-

cator light, the START button, and the EMERGENCY STOP button.

3. Fence Adjustment Handwheel: Controls

the back-and-forth location of the fence across the top of the tables.

4. Cutterhead Guard: Orange, spring-loaded

safety cover that retracts over the cutterhead when the workpiece is NOT passing over the jointer.

5. Fence: Surface the workpiece guides along

when jointing or surface planing. The fence can be positioned 45˚ and 90˚ to the surface of the tables to accommodate either bevel or right-angle jointing operations.

6. Outfeed Table: Facing the front of the joint-

er, the outfeed table is located to the left of the cutterhead. The outfeed table is where

the workpiece is lifted from the jointer after the cutting operation is complete. The wood travels right to left; from the infeed table, across the cutterhead, and onto the outfeed table.

7. Cutterhead: The cutterhead is the cylindri-

cal assembly that holds each of the three jointer knives or indexable carbide cutters. It spins on a horizontal axis between the infeed and outfeed table, and is covered by the cutterhead guard when the jointer is not in use.

8. Table Height Handwheels: Controls the

height positioning of the infeed and outfeed tables in relation to the cutterhead.

9. Table Height Lock Knobs: Knobs that

tighten to prevent accidental rotation of the table height handwheels.

10. Stop Lever: Shuts off the power source to

the jointer and slows the cutterhead to a stop.

11. Cam Adjustment (Behind Cover): The

infeed table is fully adjustable with 4 cams to allow perfect alignment with the outfeed table.

Model G4815 Shown

SECTION 4: MAIN COMPONENTS

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Unpacking

The Model G9953 16" Ultimate Series Jointers and the Model G4815 20" Ultimate Series Jointer are shipped from the manufacturer in a carefully packaged crate. If there are any signs of crate damage after you have signed for delivery, immediately call our customer service for advice.

The Ultimate Series Jointers are heavy machines. DO NOT over-exert yourself while unpacking or moving your machine — you will need assistance and power equipment. Serious personal injury may occur if safe moving methods are not followed.

Parts Inventory

Models G9953ZX, G9953ZXF, & G4815: Qty

• Fence Assembly 1

• Air Pressure Gauge 1

• Air Pressure Regulator 1

• Push Blocks 2

• Air Wrench 1

• T-20 Torx® Screwdriver 5

• Extra Carbide Cutters - 14 x 14 x 2mm 10

• T-Handle For Torx® Bits 1

• Hardware Bag Contents: —Regulator Mounting Bracket 1 —Air Quick Disconnect 1 —Phillips Head Bits 2 —T-20 Torx® Bits 15 —Cap Screws M6-1.0 x 14 30

Model G9953: Qty

• Fence Assembly 1

• Push Blocks 2

• Allen Wrench Set 1

• Knife Setting Gauge 1

• Open End Wrench 1

Figure 10. Spiral Cutterhead Accessories.

Figure 11. Model G9953 accessories.

Sharp edges on metal parts may cause personal injury. Examine the edges of all metal parts before handling.

NOTICE

The photos shown in this manual are of the Model G4815 unless otherwise noted.

SECTION 5: SET UP

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Hardware Recognition Chart

USE THIS CHART TO MATCH UP HARDWARE DURING THE ASSEMBLY PROCESS!

⁄4''

Thumb Screw

Phillips Head

⁄16''

⁄8''

Cap Screw

⁄16''

Screw

Carriage Bolt

Hex

⁄2''

Setscrew

⁄8''

Head Bolt

Lock

Washer

MEASURE BOLT DIAMETER BY PLACING INSIDE CIRCLE

4mm

6mm

5mm

10mm

8mm

15mm 20mm

Washer

⁄4''

⁄8''

⁄2''

⁄8''

25mm

10mm

30mm 35mm 40mm 45mm

12mm

LINES ARE 1MM APART

50mm 55mm 60mm

⁄16'' INCH APART

65mm

16mm

70mm 75mm

LINES ARE

Lock Nut

Countersunk Phillips Head Screw

Flange Bolt

Phillips Head Hex Bolt

Hex Nut

⁄16''

⁄4''

⁄8''

1'' 11⁄4''

⁄2''

⁄4''

1 2

⁄4''

⁄2''

⁄4''

2 3

⁄8''

⁄16''

Wing Nut

Slotted Screw

Button Head

⁄2''

Screw

Phillips Head Sheet Metal Screw

12mm

4mm

6mm

10mm

8mm

WASHERS ARE MEASURED BY THE INSIDE DIAMETER

⁄16''

⁄8''

⁄16''

⁄4''

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Clean Up Site Considerations

Unsupervised children and visitors inside your shop could receive serious personal injury. Ensure child and visitor safety by keeping all entrances to the shop locked at all times. DO NOT allow unsupervised children or visitors in the shop at any time.

Unpainted surfaces may be coated with a waxy oil to protect them from corrosion during shipment. Remove this waxy oil with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser such as Grizzly’s G7895 Degreaser. To clean thoroughly, some parts may need to be removed. The machine

will operate best when the waxy oil is removed from all moving and sliding parts.

Chlorine-based cleaners and solvents will damage the painted surfaces of the machine. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using any type of cleaning product.

Weight Load

The Model G9953 16" Ultimate Series Jointers and the Model G4815 20" Ultimate Series Jointer represent a large weight load. Most shop floors should be sufficient to carry the weight of the machine. Reinforce the floor if you question its ability to support the weight.

Working Clearance

Working clearances can be thought of as the distances between machines and obstacles that allow safe operation of every machine without limitation. Consider existing and anticipated machine needs, size of material to be processed through each machine, and space for auxiliary stands and/or work tables. Also consider the relative position of each machine to one another for efficient material handling.

Lighting And Outlets

Lighting should be bright enough to eliminate shadow and prevent eye strain. Electrical circuits should be dedicated or large enough to handle the amperage draw. Outlets should be located near each machine so power or extension cords are clear of high-traffic areas. Observe local electrical codes for proper installation of new lighting, outlets, or circuits.

Gasoline and petroleum products have low flash points and could explode if used to clean machinery. DO NOT use gasoline or petroleum products to clean the machinery.

Smoking near solvents could ignite an explosion or fire and cause serious injury. DO NOT smoke while using solvents.

Lack of ventilation while using solvents could cause serious personal health risks, fire, or environmental hazards. Always work in a well ventilated area to prevent the accumulation of dangerous fumes. Supply the work area with a constant source of fresh air.

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NOTICE

The fence can easily scratch the table surface of the jointer. Use extreme care when making adjustments to the fence assembly

To install the fence assembly:

1. Carefully lift the fence assembly onto the

fence base support. Note—Avoid letting the fence slide across the jointer tables as scratching will occur.

2. Attach the fence assembly to the jointer

assembly with (6) M8-1.25 x 45 cap screws and (6) M8 lock washers (Figure 12).

Figure 12. Fence assembly installed.

Cap Screws and Lock Washers

(Also 3 On The Opposite Side)

Fence Assembly

Fence Base

Support

Beginning Assembly Fence

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

Sharp edges on metal parts may cause personal injury. Examine the edges of all metal parts before handling.

This section will cover the basic assembly and adjustment instructions needed to begin operation. Complete the assembly in the order provided in this manual and then read the remaining portion of the manual before attempting any type of operation.

Your safety is important! Please follow the warnings below during this entire section:

The fence assembly is a heavy part. Seek assistance when lifting it onto the fence base support.

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To mount the pedestal switch:

Attach the pedestal switch

(Figure 13)

to the back of the base with (4) M10-1.5 x 25 cap screws and (4) M10 flat washers

To attach dust collection hose to the dust port:

Attach a 5" hose from your dust collection system to the dust port (Figure 14).

Figure 14. Dust collection hook-up.

Figure 13. Attaching pedestal switch.

Pedestal Switch Dust Collection

Pedestal Switch

Dust Port

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Figure 15. Accessing the cutterhead pulley.

Outfeed Table

Figure 16. Checking knife height with the

knife setting gauge.

Knife Edge At

Highest Point

Of Rotation

Knife Setting

Gauge

Cutterhead Pulley

Access Door

Knife To Outfeed

Table Alignment

(Model G9953 Only)

3. Position the knife setting gauge on the out-

feed table so that it extends over the cutterhead (Figure 16).

4. Rotate the cutterhead by turning the cutterhead pulley (Figure 15).

5. Watch as each knife passes under the knife setting gauge. The full length of each knife should just touch the knife setting gauge WITHOUT lifting the gauge off the outfeed table. If this condition is not present, refer to

Section 8: Service Adjustments.

The outfeed table must be perfectly level with the full length of each cutterhead knife.

To verify the factory setting:

1. Unplug the machine from the power source!

2. Open the access door (

Figure 15

) on the back of the machine, just below the fence adjustments.

NOTICE

The remaining instructions in this section cover factory settings which should already be adjusted correctly; however, we recommend checking the settings to be sure they were not bumped out of adjustment during the shipping process. If it is determined that a setting is out of correct adjustment, please refer to Section 8: Service Adjustments.

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Figure 18. Verifying outfeed table height with

straightedge.

Outfeed Table

Carbide cutter is at the highest point in its revo-

lution and is just

touching the

straightedge.

3. Position the edge of a straightedge on the

outfeed table so that it extends over the cutterhead (

Figure 18

4. Rotate the cutterhead by turning the cutterhead pulley (Figure 17).

5. Watch as one of the carbide cutters passes under the straightedge. The carbide cutter should just touch the straightedge WITHOUT lifting the it off the outfeed table. If this condition is not present, refer to Section 8: Service

Adjustments.

The outfeed table must be perfectly level with the carbide cutters. Note—You only need to verify

the outfeed table height with one of the carbide cutters.

To verify the factory setting:

1. Unplug the machine from the power source!

2. Open the access door (

Figure 17

) on the back of the machine, just below the fence adjustments .

Figure 17. Accessing the cutterhead pulley.

Cutterhead Pulley

Access Door

Carbide Cutter

To Outfeed

Table Alignment

(Models G9953ZX, G9953ZXF and G4815)

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The surface of the infeed table must be perfectly level with the surface of the outfeed table.

To verify the factory setting:

1. Position the edge of a steel straightedge on

the outfeed table so that it extends over the cutterhead and onto the infeed table (Figure

19).

2. Loosen the infeed table height lock knob (page 10, #9).

3. Turn the infeed table height handwheel (page 10, #8) to raise the infeed table until it just

touches the straightedge WITHOUT lifting it off the outfeed table.

4. Tighten the infeed table lock knob.

5. Check the alignment of the tables with the

straightedge at the various points shown in Figure 20. Again, the straightedge should sit perfectly flat across both the infeed and outfeed tables with no gaps.

6. If all the table adjustments are set correctly, the depth-of-cut scale should read "0" as shown in Figure 21. If these conditions are not present, refer to Section 8: Service Adjustments.

Figure 21. Depth of cut scale.

Figure 20. Positions for straightedge.

Figure 19. Verifying that the infeed table is

even with the outfeed table.

Infeed Table Just Touching

The Straightedge

NOTICE

Review the "Knife To Outfeed Table Alignment" and the "Carbide Cutter To Outfeed Table Alignment" sub-sections on the previous pages before continuing.

Infeed Table To

Outfeed Table

Alignment

Straightedge

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Figure 23. Using a square to align fence.

Outfeed Table

Fence Face

There is a 90˚ and a 45˚ fence stop designed to allow the fence to quickly and accurately be moved to the 90˚ and 45˚ position.

To verify the 90˚ fence stop:

1. Loosen the angle setting lock handle (Figure

22) while holding the fence adjustment han-

dle with your other hand.

2. Move the fence to the 90˚ position. Note—

The 90˚ fence stop should engage against the fence bracket to assist in correctly positioning the fence in the 90˚ position.

3. Tighten the angle setting lock handle.

4 Place a square against the fence face and

the outfeed table as shown in Figure 23. There should be no gaps between the square and the fence or the outfeed table. If this condition is not present, refer to Section

8: Service Adjustments.

Fence Stops

To verify the 45˚ fence stop:

1. Loosen the angle setting lock handle (Figure

22) while holding the fence adjustment han-

dle with your other hand.

2. Move the fence to the 45˚ position. Note—

The 45˚ fence stop should engage against the fence bracket to assist in correctly positioning the fence in the 45˚ position.

3. Tighten the angle setting lock handle.

4 Place a bevel gauge against the fence face

and the outfeed table as shown in Figure 24. There should be no gaps between the square and the fence or the outfeed table. If this condition is not present, refer to Section

8: Service Adjustments.

Figure 24. Using a bevel gauge to align fence.

Outfeed Table

Fence Face

Figure 22. 90˚ and 45˚ fence stops.

90˚ Fence Stop

45˚ Fence Stop

Fence

Adjustment

Handle

Angle Setting

Lock Handle

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