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    DRUM / FLAP SANDER MODEL G0518 INSTRUCTION MANUAL COPYRIGHT © JANUARY 2003 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. PRINTED IN TAIWAN ONLINE MANUAL DISCLAIMER THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL REPRESENTS THE CONFIGURATION OF THE MACHIN[...]

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    WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemi- cals 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 masonr[...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1. SAFETY ....................................................................................................................... ...............................2 Safety Instructions For Power Tools ................................................................................................2-3 Safety Instructions For Drum[...]

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    -2- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander SECTION 1: SAFETY 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[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -3- 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 overheating. Your ex[...]

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    -4- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Safety Instructions For Drum / Flap Sanders 1. BE AWARE OF DRUM OR FLAP ATTACHMENT ROTATION DIRECTION when sanding. 2. KEEP FINGERTIPS AWAY FROM MOV- ING PARTS. 3. NEVER USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN SANDING. Doing so greatly increases the chance of personal injury, mechanical damage, or damage to your workpiece. 4. ALWAYS F[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -5- SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G0518 Drum / Flap Sander. The Model G0518 is part of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. When used according to the guide- lines set forth in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation and proof of Grizzly’s[...]

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    -6- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 110V Operation Figure 1. NEMA 5-15 plug and grounded outlet. Amperage Draw The Model G0518 is prewired to operate at 110V, with an amperage draw of approximately 12A. Plug Type The Model G0518 is supplied with a NEMA 5-15 plug. DO NOT modify the plug or power cord in any way. See Figure 1[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -7- Figure 2. NEMA 6-15 plug and grounded outlet. Amperage Draw The Model G0518 can be rewired to operate at 220V, with an amperage draw of approximately 6A. Plug Type If the Model G0518 is rewired to operate at 220V, the existing plug must be replaced with a NEMA 6-15 plug. A suitable 220V power source must be used along w[...]

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    -8- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Grounding Extension Cord No single list of electrical guidelines can be comprehensive for all shop environ- ments. Operating this machinery may require additional electrical upgrades spe- cific to your machine and shop environ- ment. It is your responsibility to make sure your electrical systems comply with all local el[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -9- SECTION 4: MACHINE FEATURES Storage Compartment Dust Hood Mounting Bracket Motor Dust Hood Power Switch Stand Base Flap Sander Sanding Drum Acrylic Eye Shield Figure 3. Front view of sander. Set up and operation instructions will be easier to understand if you become familiar with the location and names of the basic fea[...]

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    -10- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander SECTION 5: SET UP Unpacking Piece Inventory The Model G0518 Drum / Flap Sander is shipped from the manufacturer in three carefully packed boxes. If any of the boxes are damaged after you have signed for delivery, immediately call our customer service for advice. The Model G0518 is a heavy machine, weigh- ing 155 lbs. P[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -11- Box 1 of 3: Qty 1. Motor 1 2. Arbor Nuts 2 3. Arbor Wrenches 2 4. Dust Hoods 2 5. Dust Hood Supports 2 6. Acrylic Eye Shields 2 7. Arbor Spacer 1 8. Flange 1 9. Hardware Bag 1 –Cap Screws M8-1.25 x 20 8 –Hex Flange Nuts M8-1.25 8 –Flat Washers 8MM 20 –Lock Washers 8MM 20 –Cap Screws M8-1.25 x 40 12 –Open-En[...]

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    -12- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Hardware Recognition Chart Use this chart to match up hardware pieces during the assembly process![...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -13- Clean Up Site Considerations Unsupervised children and visitors inside your shop could receive seri- ous 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 wit[...]

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    -14- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Beginning Assembly Stand To Base Figure 5. Stand attached to base. 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. Serious personal injury could occur if you con- nect your machine to the power source b[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -15- Figure 6. Attaching motor to stand. Figure 8. Attaching dust hood brackets to stand (back-side view). Figure 7. Dust hood bracket configuration (Front View). Dust Hood Brackets Motor To Stand To attach the motor to the stand: Attach the motor to the stand with (4) M8-1.25 x 20 cap screws, (4) M8 flat washers, (4) M8 lo[...]

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    -16- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Figure 9. Attaching one of the dust hoods. Dust Hoods To attach the dust hoods to the brackets: Attach the dust hoods to the brackets with (4) M8- 1.25 x 40 cap screws, (4) M8 flat washers and (4) M8 lock washers ( Figure 9 ). Figure 10. Attaching one of the acrylic eye shields. Acrylic Eye Shields To attach the acryli[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -17- Figure 12. Tightening the sanding drum arbor nut. Figure 11. One side of the arbor “flat.” Sanding Drum Slide the arbor wrench over the “flat” on the arbor when loosening or tightening the arbor nuts. Figure 11 shows the location of the arbor “flat.” To attach the sanding drum to the arbor: 1. Slide the san[...]

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    -18- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Figure 15. Sliding the flap sander onto the arbor. Flap Sander To attach the flap sander to the arbor: 1. Slide the flap sander onto the right-side arbor as shown in Figure 15 . 2. Slide the flange and the arbor spacer onto the arbor, and begin threading the left-hand threaded arbor nut onto the end of the arbor ( Figu[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -19- Figure 17. Tightening the flap sander arbor nut. 3. Using the two arbor wrenches, tighten the arbor nut to secure the flap sander onto the arbor as shown in Figure 17 . Note– Use the arbor “flat” shown in Figure 11 when using the arbor wrenches to tighten the left-hand threaded arbor nut. ! Figure 18. Dust collec[...]

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    -20- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Figure 19. Power switch. Starting the machine: 1. Wear safety glasses at all times when running the sander! 2. Plug the sander into the power source. 3. Push the ON button shown in Figure 19 . Make sure that your finger is poised on the OFF button, just in case there is a problem. The sander should run smoothly, with l[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -21- Operation Safety Choosing Sandpaper SECTION 6: OPERATION To avoid serious personal injury, read and become familiar with the entire instruction manual before using the Model G0518. Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could result from failure to wear safety glasses, a dust mask, and hearing protec- tion while sanding [...]

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    -22- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Figure 21. Drum sanding. 4. Wear safety glasses, a dust mask and hearing protection at all times when oper- ating the sander. 5. Plug the machine into the power source, press the ON switch and wait for the sander to reach full speed . 6. Once the sander has reached full speed, you can begin sanding the workpiece ( Figu[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -23- Figure 23. Flap sanding. 3. Wear safety glasses, a dust mask and hearing protection at all times when oper- ating the sander. 4. Plug the machine into the power source, press the ON switch and wait for the sander to reach full speed . 5. Once the sander has reached full speed, you can begin sanding the workpiece ( Figu[...]

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    -24- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE Regular periodic maintenance on your Model G0518 will ensure its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspecting your machine each time you use it. Before each use, perform the following checks: • Tighten loose fasteners and hardware. • Make sure the ON/OFF switch functions cor- rectly. If it[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -25- SECTION 8: SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS Figure 24. Flap sander components. Figure 26. Removing sandpaper clamps. To reveal fresh sanding surfaces on the flap sander: 1. Unplug the machine from the power source! 2. Loosen the arbor nut that secures the flap sander to the arbor. 3. Remove the flap sander from the arbor and disass[...]

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    -26- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Figure 27. G0518 Wiring. Figure 28. G0518 110V wiring. Figure 29. G0518 220V wiring. Changing Motor Voltage The Model G0518 comes from the factory prewired to operate at 110V. The motor can also be wired to operate at 220V. Before changing the running voltage to 220V, review Page 7 and make sure you have a suitable 220[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -27- SECTION 9: REFERENCE INFO If you need parts or help in assembling your machine, or if you need operational information, please call the Grizzly Service Department. Our trained service technicians will be glad to help you. If you have any comments regarding this manual, please write to Grizzly at the address below: Griz[...]

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    -28- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MACHINE DATA SHEET MODEL G0518 DRUM / FLAP SANDER Design Type ......................................................................................................Floor Model Overall Dimensions: Height ......................[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander PARTS DIAGRAMS AND LISTS -29-[...]

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    -30- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander 19 P0518019 BRUSH 20 P0518020 1 HP MOTOR 21 P0518021 PLATE 22 PS08M PHLP HD SCR M5-0.8 X 12 23 P0518023 STRAIN RELIEF 24 PWRCRD110L POWER CORD 110V 25 P0518025 SANDING DRUM 26 PS06M PHLP HD SCR M5-0.8 X 20 27 P0518027 POWER SWITCH 28 P0518028 PLASTIC DISC PAD 29 PN18 HEX NUT 1"-8 LH 30 PLW01M LOCK WASHER 5MM 31 P0[...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -31-[...]

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    -32- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander 112 PS35 PHLP HD SCR 5/16" X 3/4" 113 P0518113 MOTOR BASE 114 PLW04M LOCK WASHER 8MM 115 P0518115 HEX NUT M8-1.25 116 PS18 PHLP HD SCR #10-24 X 1/4 117 P0518117 CAPACITOR CLAMP 118 P0518118 CAPACITOR 119 P0518119 CAPACITOR COVER 120 P0518120 CAPACITOR 121 P0518121 CAPACITOR COVER 122 P0518122 CAPACITOR CLAMP [...]

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    G0518 Drum / Flap Sander -33- Aftermarket Accessories The following aftermarket accessories can be ordered from the Grizzly Catalog by calling 1-800- 523-4777, or by visiting www.grizzly.com. Sanding Sleeves (4" Dia. Aluminum Oxide) Sandpaper Rolls (6" x 60", J Weight, Aluminum Oxide) DESC. MODEL 60 Gr. ..............................[...]

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    -34- G0518 Drum / Flap Sander 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 sole written[...]

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