Grizzly H4380 User Manual

8" BUFFER

MODEL H4380

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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

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

PRINTED IN CHINA.

ONLINE MANUAL DISCLAIMER

THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL REPRESENTS THE CONFIGURATION OF THE MACHINE AS IT IS CURRENTLY BEING SHIPPED. THE

MACHINE CONFIGURATION CAN CHANGE AS PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS ARE INCORPORATED. IF YOU OWN AN EARLIER VERSION OF THE

MACHINE, THIS MANUAL MAY NOT EXACTLY DEPICT YOUR MACHINE. CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS

ABOUT DIFFERENCES. PREVIOUS VERSIONS ARE NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE.

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

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1. SAFETY

SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS ..............................................................2-3

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BUFFERS ......................................4

2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS

110V OPERATION ..................................................................................................5

EXTENSION CORDS ..............................................................................................5

GROUNDING ..........................................................................................................5

3. INTRODUCTION

COMMENTARY........................................................................................................6

UNPACKING ............................................................................................................7

MOUNTING ..............................................................................................................7

4. OPERATIONS

TEST RUN................................................................................................................8

GENERAL ................................................................................................................8

BUFFING & POLISHING..........................................................................................9

WHEEL REMOVAL ..................................................................................................9

BUFFING WHEEL SELECTION ............................................................................10

BUFFING COMPOUND SELECTION ....................................................................10

BUFFING TIPS ......................................................................................................11

5. MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION........................................................................................................12

MISCELLANEOUS ................................................................................................12

6. CLOSURE ....................................................................................................................13

MACHINE DATA................................................................................................................14

PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST ......................................................................15

WARRANTY AND RETURNS ..........................................................................................16

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SECTION 1: 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 WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with

padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.

7. DO NOT FORCE TOOL. It will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force tool or

attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.

1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working

order.

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

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

3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered

areas and benches invite accidents.

4. DO NOT 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.

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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 is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

13. DO NOT OVER-REACH. Keep proper

footing and balance at all times.

14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep

tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

15. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

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

LENGTH

AMP RATING 25ft 50ft 100ft

0-6 18 16 16 7-10 18 16 14 11-12 16 16 14 13-16 14 12 12 17-20 12 12 10 21-30 10 10 No

Safety Instructions For Power Tools

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. MANY WOODWORKING TOOLS CAN “KICKBACK” THE WORKPIECE toward the

operator if not handled properly. Know what conditions can create “kickback” and know how to avoid them. Read the manual accompanying the machine thoroughly.

18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before fur-

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

19. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Do not

leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

20. NEVER 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.

21. 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.

22. 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 Buffers

1. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION!

2. WEAR AN APPROVED DUST MASK OR RESPIRATOR. Buffing operations

produce dust.

3. MAKE SURE BUFFER IS SECURED FIRMLY TO A BENCH OR STAND BEFORE USE. Any “wobbles” must be

corrected by shimming or blocking before operation.

4. DO NOT USE GRINDING WHEELS ON THIS MACHINE. It is strictly designed for

buffing and drum sanding only.

5. DO NOT stand directly in front of buffing

or sanding accessories when turning machine on.

6. PERFORM machine inspections and

maintenance service promptly when called for.

7. DO NOT allow your hands to come into

contact with buffing wheels during operation. Abrasive accessories have the ability to remove a lot of material, including skin, very quickly.

8. ANY PROBLEM concerned with any

moving parts or accessories must be investigated and corrected with the power disconnected, and after everything has come to a complete stop.

9. NEVER leave the machine running unat-

tended.

10. NEVER BUFF BY PLACING THE WORKPIECE ON TOP OF THE BUFFING WHEEL. The wheel may kick the

workpiece toward the operator. Always buff on the downward part of the buffing wheel.

11. HOLD THE WORKPIECE FIRMLY WHILE BUFFING.

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 follow guidelines could result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment or poor work results.

To operate this or any power tool safely and efficiently, it is essential to become as familiar with it as possible. The time you invest before you begin to use your Model H4380 will be time well spent. DO NOT operate this machine until you are completely familiar with the contents of this manual or serious personal injury may occur.

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