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14" ULTIMATE BANDSAW MODEL G0555 INSTRUCTION MANUAL COPYRIGHT © AUGUST, 2002 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 TH[...]
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WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind- ing, 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 masonr[...]
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Table Of Contents PAGE 1. SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................................2 Safety Instructions For Power Tools ................................................................................................2-3 Additional Safety Instruction[...]
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-2- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Safety Instructions For Power Tools SECTION 1: SAFETY 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 remov- ing starter keys. 7. DO NOT FORCE MACHINE. It will do the job better and s[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -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. [...]
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-4- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Additional Safety Instructions For Bandsaws 7. ALWAYS FEED STOCK EVENLY AND SMOOTHLY. DO NOT force or twist blade while cutting, especially when sawing small radii. 8. THIS MACHINE IS NOT DESIGNED TO CUT METAL or other material except wood. 9. BLADE SHOULD BE RUNNING AT FULL SPEED before beginning a cut. 10. DO N[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -5- Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw. This bandsaw is part of Grizzly’s growing family of fine woodwork- ing machinery. When used according to the guidelines stated in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-free, enjoyable operation, and proof of Grizzly’s[...]
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-6- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 110V Operation The Model G0555 motor is prewired to operate at 110V, and includes a plug (similar to the illustra- tion in Figure 1) that has a ground prong and two current carrying prongs. The plug should only be placed into a grounded outlet box similar to the one illustrated in [...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -7- Grounding In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides electric current a path of least resistance to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment grounding conductor. Improper connections of the electrical-grounding conductor can result in t[...]
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-8- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw SECTION 4: MACHINE FEATURES Bandsaw Features To help you understand the set up and opera- tion instructions, become familiar with the basic features of your new bandsaw. Match up the list below with the letters in Figures 2 & 3 to identify the bandsaw features and con- trols. A. ON/OFF Switch — Makes the ma[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -9- Piece Inventory After you remove the items from Box 1 , you should have: QTY Bandsaw Unit ..............................................1 Table ..........................................................1 Trunnion Support ........................................1 Stand Top .........................................[...]
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-10- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Figure 6. Fence components from Box 2. Figure 5. Bandsaw components from Box 1. After you remove the items from Box 2 , you should have: Fence ..........................................................1 Large Fence Rail ........................................1 Small Fence Rail ..................................[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -11- Hardware Recognition Chart Use this chart to match up hardware pieces during the assembly process![...]
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-12- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Site Considerations • Floor Load: Your Model G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw represents a moderate weight load in a small footprint. Most commercial floors are suitable for the Model G0555. Some res- idential floors may require additional build up to support both the machine and the opera- tor. • Working Cle[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -13- To assemble the stand: 1. Lay one of the stand sides on its back and secure the two lower braces with (4) M6-1.0 x 16 hex bolts, (4) 6mm flat washers, and (4) M6-1.0 flange nuts from the hardware bag. 2. Attach the two upper braces to the stand side in the same manner with (4) M6-1.0 x 16 hex bolts, (4) 6mm flat[...]
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-14- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Figure 10. Installing braces on stand top. Figure 11. Stand top installed on stand assembly. 7. Place the 2 top stand braces into the under- side of the stand top. 8. Line the braces up with the holes and secure only the end shown in Figure 10 with (2) M8- 1.0 x 16 carriage bolts and (2) M8-1.0 flange nuts from [...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -15- Mounting Bandsaw To mount the bandsaw to the stand: 1. Get an assistant to help you lift the bandsaw and place it on top of the stand. 2. Line up the mounting holes on the bandsaw base with those on the stand top, so that the front of the bandsaw is closer to the stand edge than the back of the bandsaw. 3. Secur[...]
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-16- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Installing Table To install the table on the bandsaw: 1. Remove the aluminum table insert from the center of the table and remove the table pin from the end of the table slot. 2. Line up the blade with the table slot and pass the table around the blade until the blade is in the center of the table, then turn the[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -17- Installing Fence To install the fence: 1. Fasten the large rail to the front of the band- saw table with the (2) M6-0.8 x 20 hex bolts, (2) 6mm lock washers, and (2) 6mm flat washers from the hardware bag as shown in Figure 17 . Figure 17. Fastening large rail to table. Figure 18. Installing fence onto rails. 2.[...]
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-18- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Figure 18. Dust hose attached to dust port. Connecting Dust Hose To connect a dust collection hose: 1. Place a hose clamp over the end of a 4" flex- ible hose. 2. Fit the 4" flexible hose over the dust port as shown in Figure 18 . 3. Tighten the hose clamp. 4. Lightly tug the hose to make sure that it [...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -19- Once the assembly is complete and you have performed the “Blade Tracking” instructions, you need to test run the machine to continue with the remainder of the adjustments. If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate the source of an unusual noise or vibration, feel free to contact our service departmen[...]
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-20- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Tensioning Blade A properly tensioned blade is essential for mak- ing accurate cuts and is a prerequisite before making many bandsaw adjustments. To tension the bandsaw blade: 1. Make sure you have performed the “Test Run” instructions on the previous page and that the blade is tracking properly. 2. With the[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -21- 6. Tighten the assembly lock bolt. 7. Loosen the thumbscrew on the support bear- ing adjustment shaft. 8. Use the knurled knob to position the support bearing approximately .016" away from the back of the blade as illustrated in Figure 22 . Figure 23. Dollar bill folded twice to make a quick .016" gaug[...]
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-22- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw The blade guides provide side-to-side support to help keep the blade straight while cutting. The blade guides are designed to be adjusted in two ways—forward/backward and side-to-side. Properly adjusted blade guides are essential to making accurate cuts. To adjust the upper and lower blade guides: 1. Make sure[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -23- NOTICE Whenever changing a blade or adjusting ten- sion and tracking, the upper and lower blade support bearings and guide-blocks must be properly adjusted before cutting operations. NOTICE The blade guides should NOT have firm pressure against the blade. 9. Tighten the cap screws to lock the blade guides in pos[...]
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-24- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw To ensure cutting accuracy when the fence is first installed, the fence should be aligned with the miter slot. To align the fence parallel with the miter slot: 1. If the fence is mounted on the left-hand side of the blade, remove it and remount it on the right-hand side of the blade. 2. Loosen the 4 cap screws l[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -25- SECTION 6: OPERATIONS Keep loose clothing rolled up and out of the way of machinery and keep hair pulled back. Wear safety glasses dur- ing the entire operation process. Failure to com- ply may result in serious personal injury. Disconnect power to the machine when perform- ing any maintenance or assembly. Failu[...]
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-26- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Here are some basic tips to follow when oper- ating the bandsaw: • Replace and clean blades as necessary and make adjustments periodically to keep the saw always running in top condition. • Use light and even pressure while cutting. Light contact with the blade will permit easier line following and prevent u[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -27- Figure 29. Ripping with a push stick. NEVER place fingers or hands in the line of cut. In the event that something unexpected happens, your hands or fingers may be pulled into the blade. ALWAYS use a push stick when ripping narrow pieces. Failure to follow these warnings may result in serious personal injury! 3.[...]
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-28- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Crosscutting Crosscutting is the process of cutting across the grain of wood. For plywood and other processed wood, crosscutting simply means cutting across the width of the material. To crosscut with the Model G0555: 1. Mark the workpiece on the edge where you want to begin the cut. 2. Move the fence out of the[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -29- Cutting Curves 2. Use the widest blade your bandsaw will accept. The blade must also be sharp and clean. 3. Use a fence to guide the work. 4. Set your fence to the desired width of cut and lock it in place. Or, draw a reference line on the edge of the board, place the board against the fence, line up the referen[...]
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-30- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Blade Speed 4. Make relief cuts (see definition on page 29 ) perpendicular to the outline of your intended shape in areas where changes in blade direction could strain the woodgrain or cause the blade kerf to bind. 5. Cut the stack of pieces as though you were cutting a single piece. Follow your layout line with[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -31- Blade Information Selecting the right blade requires a combination of the various blade characteristics mentioned below, the type of material you plan to cut, and the type of cut you are going to perform. Blade Length Measured by the circumference, blade lengths are usually unique to the brand of your bandsaw an[...]
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-32- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw • Straight Cutting — Use the largest width blade that you own. The Model G0555 will accept blades up to 3 ⁄ 4 " wide. Narrow blades can cut tight curves (a small radius) but are not very good at cutting straight lines because they naturally wander (blade lead). However, larger blades are much better a[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -33- Blade Changes To remove the blade: 1. Unplug the bandsaw! 2. Release tension on the blade by turning the tension control knob counter-clockwise. 3. Remove the table insert and the table pin. Adjust the upper and lower guide blocks away from the blade. Always disconnect power to the machine when changing blades. [...]
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-34- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Scale Calibration Figure 37. Scale recalibration screws. You may need to recalibrate the fence scale after changing or adjusting the blade, or if the scale is not producing accurate cuts. Recalibrate the fence scale by adjusting the hairline indicator on the fence and testing your adjustment by cutting a piece o[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -35- SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE The table and other non-painted surfaces on the Model G0555 should be protected against rust and pitting. Wiping the saw clean after every use ensures that wood dust is not allowed to trap moisture against bare metal surfaces. The table can be kept rust-free with regular appli- cations of [...]
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-36- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw SECTION 8: SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS This section is designed to help the operator with adjustments that were made at the factory and might also need to be made during the life of the machine. This section is provided for your convenience—it is not a substitute for the Grizzly Service Department. If any adjustment n[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -37- Figure 38. Motor mount bolts. Motor Hinge Bolt Motor Adjustment Bolt 4. Move the body of the motor so that the motor adjustment bolt slides to the left-hand side (facing bandsaw front) of the adjustment slot. 5. Hold the motor in position with one hand and tighten the motor adjustment bolt with the other hand. 6[...]
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-38- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw To ensure accuracy when cutting stacked cuts or circles, the table should also be 90˚ to the back of the blade as shown in Figure 40 . If you should find that the table is not perpendicular to the back of the blade, the table will need to be shimmed. Shimming Table Figure 40. Squaring table to blade back. To sh[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -39- Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is one of the easiest ways to ensure you get optimal performance from your bandsaw. When wheels are aligned, or coplanar, the bandsaw is more likely to cut straight without wandering; and vibration, heat, and blade wear are considerably decreased because the blade is automatically[...]
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-40- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Figure 43. Measuring wheel difference. 2. Remove the blade from the saw, then remove the securing nut and the washers from the wheel that needs to be shimmed. Take the wheel off. 3. Electrical washers work well for shimming because they are offered in a wide range of thicknesses. Measure how many you will need a[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -41- 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 MODEL G0555 WIRING DIAGRAM[...]
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-42- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Troubleshooting Motor will not start. 1. Low voltage. 1. Check power line for proper voltage. 2. Open circuit in motor or loose 2. Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open connections. connections. Motor will not start; fuses or circuit 1. Short circuit in line cord or plug. 1. Inspect cord or plu[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -43- The following pages contain general machine data, parts diagrams/lists, troubleshooting guide and Warranty/Return information for your Model G0555 14" Bandsaw. 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 t[...]
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-44- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw Design Type ...................................................................................................... Floor Model Overall Dimensions: Table Size ............................................................................................14" x 14" x 1 1 ⁄ 2 " Height From Floor To Tab[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -45- 122 84 121 79 80 81 82 83 123 89 85 120 119 95 94 80 86 88 80 129 29 28 21 20 126 17 16 135 133 136 138 19 25 23 24 11 8 13 5 14 15 142 134 143 134 140 137 141 134 26 27 75 125 124 76 2 139 33 31 32 30 35 35 34 35 61 62 58 63 130 131 132 38 44 39 41 42 60 40 43 67 66 65 64 57 56 55 66 67 134 93 118 92 90 98 97 9[...]
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-46- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 1 P0555001 BASE 2 PB80M HEX BOLT M16-2.0 X 55 3 PW08M FLAT WASHER 16MM 4 PN13M HEX NUT M16-2.0 5 P0555005 PIN 6 P0555006 LOWER WHEEL SHAFT 7 P6204 BEARING 6204ZZ 8 PK23M KEY 5 X 5 X 25 9 PW01M FLAT WASHER 8MM 10 PS16M PHLP HD SCR M8-1..25 X 16 11 P0555011 MOTOR 1 HP [...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -47- REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 80 PTS001M THUMB SCREW M6-1.0 X 16 81 P0555081 UPPER SPACING SLEEVE 82 P6200ZZ BALL BEARING 6200ZZ 83 PFS02M FLANGE SCREW M6-1.0 X 12 84 P0555084 GUIDE POST 85 PLW01M LOCK WASHER 5MM 86 PSB78M CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 40 88 P0555088 LOWER BLADE GUARD 89 P0555089 SUPPORT BRA[...]
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-48- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw 202 201 204 203 210 208 211 212 213 211 212 209 205 206 207 REF PART # DESCRIPTION 201 P0555201 STAND TOP 202 PCB06M CARRIAGE BOLT M8-1.25 X 16 203 P0555203 STAND TOP BRACE 204 PFN01M FLANGE NUT M8-1.25 205 P0555205 STAND SIDE 206 PB83M HEX BOLT M6-1.0 X 16 207 PW03M FLAT WASHER 6MM REF PART # DESCRIPTION 208 PF[...]
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G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw -49- 304 313 315 309 326 305 303 302 316 311 312 308 307 318 320 322 322 310 306 314 319 301 321 327 325 323 320 317 REF PART # DESCRIPTION 301 P0555301 LARGE FENCE RAIL 302 P0555302 ADJUSTABLE BASE 303 P0555303 FIXED SHAFT 304 P0555304 SHAFT 305 P0555305 SPRING PIECE 306 P0555306 BRACKET 307 P0555307 SUPPORT TUBE 30[...]
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-50- G0555 14" Ultimate Bandsaw 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 [...]
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