Grizzly H7790, H7791 User Manual

MODEL H7790/H7791

Laminate Trim Router

OWNER'S MANUAL

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................2

Foreword .....................................................................................................................2

Contact Information ....................................................................................................2

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

Identification ................................................................................................................4

SECTION 1: SAFETY .......................................................................................................5

Safety Instructions for Machinery ...............................................................................5

Additional Safety Instructions for Laminate Trim Routers ..........................................7

Electrical Safety ..........................................................................................................8

SECTION 2: OPERATIONS .............................................................................................9

Unpacking/Inventory ...................................................................................................9

Removing/Installing Router Bit ...................................................................................9

Adjusting Bit Depth ...................................................................................................10

Feed Direction ..........................................................................................................10

Routing Operations ...................................................................................................11

Routing Tips .............................................................................................................11

Curved Trim Guide ...................................................................................................12

Straight Guide ...........................................................................................................12

Template Guide ........................................................................................................14

SECTION 3: ACCESSORIES .........................................................................................15

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................17

Router Maintenance .................................................................................................17

Replacing Brushes ....................................................................................................17

H7790 Parts ..............................................................................................................18

H7791 Parts ..............................................................................................................19

WARRANTY AND RETURNS ........................................................................................20

INTRODUCTION

Foreword Contact Information

We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model H7790/H7791 Laminate Trim Router. These models are 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 trouble-free, enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s commitment to customer satisfaction.

It is our pleasure to provide this manual with the Model H7790/H7791 Laminate Trim Router. It was written to encourage safety considerations and guide you through general operating procedures and maintenance.

The specifications, details, and photographs in this manual represent the Model H7790/H7791 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 following address:

Grizzly Industrial, Inc.

C/O Technical Documentation

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

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.

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

Read the manual before operation. Become familiar with this tool, its safety instructions, and its operation before beginning any work. Serious personal injury may result if safety or operational information is not under stood or followed.

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Machine Data Sheet

MACHINE DATA

SHEET

Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901

Laminate Trim Router

Models

MODEL H7790 H7791

H7790 and H7791

NO LOAD SPEED

COLLET SIZE

MAX. BIT

DIAMETER

WEIGHT

⁄8

30,000

RPM

⁄4"

30,000

RPM

⁄4"

11⁄8" 11⁄8"

4 lbs. 4 lbs.

⁄2

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Identification

Model H7791Model H7790

Figure 1. Router component identification.

A. ON/OFF Switch B. Collet C. Base Plate D. Height Adjustment Lock Knob E. Height Adjustment Knob

F. Curved Trim Guide G. Straight Trim Guide H. Depth Scale

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SECTION 1: SAFETY

For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual

Before Operating This 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.

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 infor-

NOTICE

mation about proper operation of the equipment.

Safety Instructions for Machinery

1. READ THROUGH THE ENTIRE MANUAL MACHINERY. Machinery presents

serious injury hazards to untrained users.

2. ALWAYS USE ANSI APPROVED SAF ETY GLASSE S WHE N OP ERATI NG MA CHINE RY

Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

3. ALWAYS WEAR AN ANSI APPROVED RESPIRATOR WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY THAT PRODUCES DUST.

a carcinogen and can cause cancer and severe respiratory illnesses.

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BEFORE STARTING

Wood dust is

4. ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY. Machinery noise can

cause permanent hearing damage.

5. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, or jewelry which

may get caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and wear non-slip footwear.

6. NEVER OPERATE MACHINERY WHEN TIRED, OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL. Be mentally alert at all

times when running machinery.

7. ONLY ALLOW TRAINED AND PROPERLY SUPERVISED PER SONNEL TO OPERATE MACHIN ERY. Make sure operation instruc-

tions are safe and clearly under stood.

8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS

AWAY. Keep all children and visi-

tors a safe distance from the work area.

9. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD

PROOF. Use padlocks, master

switches, and remove switch keys.

10. NEVER LEAVE WHEN MACHINE IS RUNNING.

and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop before leaving machine unattended.

Turn power OFF

17. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS

AND WRENCHES. Make a habit of checking for keys and adjusting wrenches before turning machinery ON.

18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS

BEFORE USING MACHINERY.

Check for binding and alignment of parts, broken parts, part mount ing, loose bolts, and any other conditions that may affect machine operation. Repair or replace dam aged parts.

19. U S E REC O M M E N D E D

ACCESSORIES. Refer to the

instruction manual for recom mended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

11. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS

ENVIRONMENTS. DO NOT use

machinery in damp, wet locations, or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist.

12. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND

WELL LIT. Clutter and dark shad

ows may cause accidents.

13. USE A GROUNDED EXTENSION CORD RATED FOR THE MACHINE AMPERAGE. Undersized cords

overheat and lose power. Replace extension cords if they become damaged. DO NOT use extension cords for 220V machinery.

14.

ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM POWER SOURCE B EFORE SERVICING MACHINERY. Make

sure switch is in reconnecting.

15. MAINTAIN MACHINERY WITH

CARE. Keep blades sharp and

clean for best and safest perfor mance. Follow instructions for lubri cating and changing accessories.

16. MAKE SURE GUARDS ARE IN PLACE AND WORK CORRECTLY BEFORE USING MACHINERY.

OFF

position before

20. DO NOT FORCE MACHINERY.

Work at the speed for which the machine or accessory was designed.

21. SECURE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece when

practical. A secured workpiece pro tects your hands and frees both hands to operate the machine.

22. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

23. MANY MACHINES WILL EJECT

THE WORKPIECE TOWARD THE OPERATOR. Know and avoid con-

ditions that cause the workpiece to "kickback."

24. ALWAYS LOCK MOBILE BASES (IF USED) BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY.

25. BE AWARE THAT CERTAIN WOODS MAY CAUSE AN ALLER GIC REACTION in people and ani

mals, especially when exposed to fine dust. Make sure you know what type of wood dust you will be exposed to and always wear an approved respirator.

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