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VERTICAL MILLING MACHINE MODEL G1004/G1008 INSTRUCTION MANUAL COPYRIGHT © 1999 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC. REVISED OCTOBER, 1999. PRINTED IN U.S.A.[...]
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-2 - G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine Table Of Contents PAGE 1. SAFETY SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS ..................................................................................3-4 ADDITIONAL SAFETY FOR MILLING MACHINES ....................................................................5 2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 110 VOLT OPERATION .........[...]
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-3- Safety Instructions For Power Tools SECTION 1: SAFETY 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 de[...]
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-4 - G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine 9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD . Make sure your extension cord is in good condi- tion. Conductor size should be in accor- dance 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 overheat[...]
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-5- G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine Additional Safety Instructions For The Vertical Milling Machine 9. ALWAYS use a brush to remove chips after the cutter has stopped. Never use a rag to remove chips. 10. NEVER operate mill if any part is damaged or broken until it is properly repaired or replaced. 11. BE SURE cutter, workpiece and machine part[...]
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-6 - G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine 110V Operation The motor supplied with the G1004/G1008 is a dual-voltage 110/120V or 220/240V motor. (For information on operating at 220V, see the section following entitled 220V Operation.) Under normal use, the motor draws approximately 16 amps @ 110V, therefore it should be connected to a circuit that is[...]
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-7- G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine We have covered some basic electrical requirements for the safe operation of your Milling Machine. These requirements are not necessarily comprehensive. You must be sure that your particular electrical con- figuration complies with local and state codes. Ensure compliance by checking with your local municipal[...]
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-8 - G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine 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 G1004/G1008 will be time well spent. DO NOT operate this machine until you are completely familiar with the con- tents[...]
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-9- G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine The G1004/G1008 is a heavy machine, 1,010 lbs. shipping weight. DO NOT over-exert yourself while unpacking or moving your machine – you will need assistance. Serious personal injury may occur if safe moving methods are not followed. When moving, always insure that you have enough clear- ance in the path way[...]
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-10 - G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine Clean Up The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy oil to protect them from corrosion during ship- ment. Remove this protective coating with a sol- vent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser. Avoid chlorine-based solvents as they may damage painted surfaces should they come in contact. Always follow the usa[...]
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-11- G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine Assembly of the G1004/G1008 is straightforward. We have organized the assembly process into steps. Please follow them in sequence. ORDER OF ASSEMBLY A. Leveling B. Mounting Handles C. Install Collet or Arbor D. Fly Cutter E. Knee Hand Crank Tools Required: A complete set of metric Allen ® wrenches will be n[...]
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-12 - G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine 4. Turn the hex head at the top of the drawbar (located on the top, front of the head) clock- wise until the threads at the bottom of the drawbar mesh with the female threads in the top of the collet or arbor. 5. When using a collet: Insert the cutter in the hole at the bottom of the collet and contin- ue t[...]
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-13- G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine This diagram shows belts positioned at A and II. As the chart shows, these positions will yield 1720 RPM. BELT POSITIONING CHART The motor is mounted on a plate hinged to the column. The motor assembly can be released by turning the handle at the side of the motor. Once the motor tension is released, the bel[...]
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-14 - G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine Graduated Dials SECTION 6: ADJUSTMENTS The graduated dials on the handwheels for the table and fine feed can be indexed or “zeroed” to help make accurate and convenient movements. Each dial can be reset or locked with the setscrew or thumb screw provided. Example: Suppose you want to drill a series of h[...]
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-15- Your Model G1004/G1008 milling machine requires very little maintenance. A thorough cleaning, now and again, will increase the machine’s durability and efficiency by removing chips and grime that can gum up moving parts. An occasional application of a protective spray coating will keep the table and other bare metal parts from rusting and pi[...]
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-16 - G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine The following pages contain parts diagram, parts list and Warranty/Return information for your Model G1004/1008 mill. If you need parts or help in assembling your machine, or if you need operational information, we encourage you to call our Service Department. Our trained service technicians will be glad to[...]
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-17- G1004/1008 Vertical Milling Machine 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 s[...]