Grizzly G0514X User Manual

MODEL G0514X, G0514X2,G0514X2B, & G0514X3EXTREME SERIES BANDSAWOWNER'S MANUAL(For models manufactured since 2/12)COPYRIGHT © JANUARY, 2006 BY

-8-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wearclothing, apparel or jewelry that can becomeentangled in mov

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-9-Additional Safety for BandsawsBLADE CONDITION. Do not operate with dull, cracked or badly worn blade. Dul

-10-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLYAvailabilityBefore installing the machine, consider the avail-ability and proximity of

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-11-No adapter should be used with the required plug. If the plug does not fit the available receptacle, or the m

-12-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X3 Phase Converter CautionThe power from the manufactured leg may dam-age electrical components if c

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-13-3. Install the 440V magnetic switch and wire it according to the G0514X3 Wiring Diagram on Page 72

-14-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Wear safety glasses dur-ing the entire setup pro-cess!This machine presents serious injury hazards to untrain

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-15-G0514X InventoryCrate Contents (Figure 10 & 11): QtyA. Bandsaw (not shown) ...

-16-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Crate Contents (Figure 12–14): QtyA. Bandsaw (not shown) ... 1B. Table ...

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-17-Crate Contents (Figure 15–17): QtyA. Bandsaw (not shown) ... 1B. Table ...

This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, r

-18-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Hardware Recognition Chart

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-19 -Floor LoadRefer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight and footprint specifications of your machine.

-20-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Moving & Placing Base UnitSpecial care should be taken when moving this bandsaw. Only use one of t

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-21-We recommend mounting your new machine to the floor. Because floor materials may vary, floor mounting h

-22-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)2. Adjust the upper and lower blade guides away from the blade. Refer to Adjusting Blade Guide B

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-23-Blade TrackingThe blade tracking is primarily affected by the tilt of the upper wheel, also know

-24-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Blade Centeredon Peak of CrownBladeCenteredon WheelCENTER TRACKINGWheelFigure 30. Center tracking profiles.4.

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-25-Figure 33. Squaring table to blade.5. Adjust the positive stop bolt against the table and secure it by

-26-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Figure 34. Dust hose attached to bottom dust port.Dust CollectionTo connect a dust collection hose:1. Fit th

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-27-4. Thread the M6-1 hex nut onto the rail pad, then thread the rail pad into the fence (see F

Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION ... 2Manual Accuracy ... 2Contact In

-28-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Installing Foot Brake (G0514X2, -X3)Secure the foot pedal to the brake lever using the cap screws and lock wa

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-29-G0514X, -X2, & X2B Power ConnectionAfter you have completed all previous setup instructions and cir

-30-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Test RunOnce the assembly is complete, test run your machine to make sure it runs properly and

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-31-7. Turn the bandsaw ON and allow it to reach full speed, then press the foot brake (Figure 64 on Pag

-32-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Adjusting Support BearingsThe support bearings are positioned behind the blade for support during c

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-33-Figure 53. Dollar bill folded twice to make an approximate 0.016" gauge.Note: For a quick gauge, fold a

-34-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)4. Loosen the cap screw on the lateral adjust-ment rod and adjust the blade guides until the e

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-35-Aligning TableTo ensure cutting accuracy when the table is first installed, the table should be aligned so th

-36-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Miter GaugeThe miter gauge needs to be calibrated to the blade when it is first mounted in the miter

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-37-SECTION 4: OPERATIONSDamage to your eyes and lungs could result from using this machine without proper pro-te

-2-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)INTRODUCTIONWe stand behind our machines. If you have any service questions, parts requests or general ques-ti

-38-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Front ControlsA. Blade Tension Scale: Allows for easy moni-toring of blade tension.B. Blade Tension Handwhe

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-39-Operation OverviewThis overview covers the basic process that hap-pens during a bandsaw operation. Famil

-40-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Workpiece InspectionSome wood workpieces are not safe to cut or may require modification before they are safe

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-41-Foot BrakeThe Models G0514X2 and G0514X3 are equipped with a foot brake (Figure 69). Use the brake to cut pow

-42-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X2, G0514X2B, & G0514X3 Table Tilt1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!2. Loosen the table tilt lo

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-43-To fine tune the tracking:1. Close the wheel covers and turn the bandsaw ON.2. Observe the blade trackin

-44-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)CrosscuttingCrosscutting is the process of cutting across the grain of wood. For plywood and other processed

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-45-To resaw a workpiece:1. Verify that the bandsaw is setup properly and that the table is perpendicular to the

-46-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Stacked CutsOne of the benefits of a bandsaw is its ability to cut multiple copies of a particular shape by

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-47-3. Refer to Figure 79 to locate the correct V-belt position for the desired blade speed.3500 FPM1700 FPMBAND

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-3-A. Tension Indicator WindowB. Key Switch, Start and Stop ButtonsC. Resaw FenceD. Fence Locking LeverE. Du

-48-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Figure 82. Raker, skip & hook tooth styles.Raker Skip Hook• Raker: This style is considered to be

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-49-The most common causes of blade breakage are:• Faulty alignment and adjustment of the guides. • Forcin

-50-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)SECTION 5: ACCESSORIESACCESSORIES143" Carbon Steel Replacement BladesMODEL WIDTH TPIH48261⁄8" 14 RA

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-51-G5562—SLIPIT® 1 Qt. GelG5563—SLIPIT® 12 oz SprayG2871—Boeshield® T-9 12 oz SprayG2870—Boeshield® T-9 4 oz Spr

-52-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)SECTION 6: MAINTENANCEAlways disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do thi

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-53-To lubricate the blade guide rack and pinion:1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!2. Lower the blade guide

-54-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Table Tilt Rack and Pinion Assembly (G0514X2, G0514X2B, & G0514X3)Lubricant Frequency QtyMulti-purpose GL

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-55-SECTION 7: SERVICETroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause Possible SolutionMachine does not start or a breaker

-56-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Symptom Possible Cause Possible SolutionMachine has excessive vibration or noise.1. V-belt tension incorrect

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-57-Symptom Possible Cause Possible SolutionTable hard to tilt. 1. Sawdust or pitch trapped between trunnion and

-4-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)A. Tension Indicator WindowB. Key Switch, Start and Stop ButtonsC. Rip FenceD. Fence Locking LeverE. Foot

-58-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Symptom Possible Cause Possible SolutionBlade tracks incorrectly, or comes off wheels.1. Tracking is not adj

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-59-Checking V-BeltTo ensure optimum power transmission from the motor to the blade, the V-belt must be i

-60-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Replacing V-BeltTools Needed: QtyHex Wrench 6mm ...1Hex Wrench 8

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-61-Blade LeadBandsaw blades commonly wander off the cut line when sawing, as shown in Figure 99. This is c

-62-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Adjusting Tension LeverThe quick release tension lever is setup correctly for use with the preinstalled 143&q

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-63-Adjusting Guide Post TravelThe guide post assembly should remain paral-lel with the blade front-to-

-64-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)8. Gently tap the lower part of the guide post in the appropriate direction until there is no gap between th

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-65-Aligning WheelsComponents and Hardware Needed: Qty60" Long 2x4 ...

-66-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)— If the wheels are coplanar (Figure 109, A), the straightedge will evenly touch the top and bottom of

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-67-Adjusting Lower WheelOnly do this procedure if you cannot make the wheels coplanar with the track

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-5-MODEL G0514X, G0514X2, G0514X2B, G0514X319" 3 HP EXTREME SERIES BANDSAWModel Number G0514X G0514X2 G0514X

-68-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)SHOCK HAZARD. Working on wiring that is con-nected to a power source is extremely dangerous. Touching electr

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-69-READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 68!G0514X Wiring DiagramHotHotGround220V 6-15 Plug(As Recommended)220VACRESET9

-70-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 68!HotHotGround220V 6-15 Plug(As Recommended)220VACRESET96981/2 3/4L1/1 L3/5 N

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-71-READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 68!G0514X2B Wiring DiagramRESET96981/2 3/4L1/1 L3/5 NO13L2/35/6121518NC15T1/2T

-72-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 68!G0514X3 Wiring DiagramHotHotHotGroundLocking DisconnectSwitch(As Recommende

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-73-G0514X MainSECTION 9: PARTS82-782-182-282-982-1082-1182-382-4V282-582-6V21234578101111-1121314151617171818181

-74-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X Main Parts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION1 PSS01M SET SCREW M6-1 X 10 64 PN03M HEX

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-75-125-20125-17125-21125-1125-19125-24125-14125-7125-25125-23125-2125-13125-15125-11125-16125-27125125-9125-2612

-76-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X Fence/Guide Parts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION6 PSS07M SET SCREW M5-.8 X 5 125-26

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-77-201202 203 204216205206207 208209210212213 214 215Safety labels warn about machine hazards and ways to preven

-6-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)Model Number G0514X G0514X2 G0514X2B G0514X3OperationBlade Speeds 1700 & 3500 FPMTable Tilt Left 5°, Right

-78-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X2 & G0514X3 Main82-782-182-282-982-1082-1182-382-4V282-582-6V282V2-782V2-182V2-282V2-1082V2-11161-1

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-79-G0514X2 & G0514X3 Main Parts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION1 PSS01M SET SCREW M6-1 X 1

-80-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X2 & G0514X3 Main Parts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION119 PLW04M LOCK WASHER 8MM

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-81-G0514X2 & G0514X3 Fence & Guides134130153129133132152131125154125-20125-17125-21125-1125-19125-24125-

-82-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X2 & G0514X3 Fence & GuidesParts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION6 P0514X2006 T

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-83-G0514X2 & G0514X3 Fence & GuidesParts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION125-12 PCAP06M

-84-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X2 & G0514X3 LabelsREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION201 P0514X2201 MODEL NUMBER LABEL (G

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-85-G0514X2B Main18-118-218-218-318-318-418-5252818160-8160-8160V21661651717-117-217-217-317-417-582-1082-1182-12

-86-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X2B Main Parts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION1 PSS01M SET SCREW M6-1 X 10 64 PN03M HE

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-87-G0514X2B Fence & Guides1341301531291331321525253535454131153-5153-6153-7153-8153-4153-10153-9152-1152-215

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-7-ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS. You can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching live electrical componen

-88-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X2B Fence & Guides Parts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION6 P0514X2006 TRUNNION ASSE

G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)-89-G0514X2B Fence & Guides Parts ListREF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION152-7 P0513X150-11 ADJUSTM

-90-G0514X/-X2/-X2B/-X3 (Mfg. Since 2/12)G0514X2B Labels207218215201202203217204216205206207208210211212213214REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRI

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