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COPYRIGHT © APRIL, 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. #505203624, PRINTED IN CHINA ONLINE MANUAL DISCLAIMER THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL REPRESENTS THE CONFIGURATION OF THE MACHINE AS IT IS CURRENTLY BEING SHIPPED. THE[...]
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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 Instructions For Bandsaw[...]
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-2- G8976 3 Wheel 12" 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 removing starter keys. 7. NEVER FORCE TOOL . It will do the job better and safer [...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" 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. Y[...]
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-4- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw Like all power tools, there is danger associ- ated with the Model G8976. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibili- ty of operator injury. If normal safety pre- cautions are overlooked or ignored, serious perso[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -5- We are proud to offer the Model G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw. This machine is part of a growing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. 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 [...]
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-6- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw SECTION 3: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS Amperage Draw The Model G8976 motor is wired to operate at 110V and will draw the following load: Motor Load ..........................................4.5 Amps Plug Type The Model G8976 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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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -7- Grounding In the event of an electrical short, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance to disperse electric cur- rent. This tool is equipped with a power cord that has an equipment-grounding prong. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded in accor- dance with [...]
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-8- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw 1. Cover Knob Bolt 2. Cover 3. Base Foot 4. Blade Speed Knob 5. Power Switch 6. Table 7. Blade Guide Assembly 8. Guide Post 9. Miter Gauge Assembly SECTION 4: MACHINE FEATURES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Figure 2. Front view.[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -9- 10. Blade Guide Wheel (1 of 3) 11. Drive Belt 12. Blade 13. Tracking/Tension Adjustment Block 14. Table Trunnion Assembly 15. Dust Port 16. Motor 17. Upper Wheel Lock Knob Bolt 18. Guide Post Lock Knob Bolt Figure 3. Internal view and back view. 13 12 10 11 15 14 16 17 18[...]
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-10- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw Unpacking The machine is shipped from the manufacturer in a carefully packed cardboard box. If you discover the machine is damaged after you’ve signed for delivery, and the truck and driver are gone, you will need to file a freight claim with the carrier. Save the containers and all packing materials for possib[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -11- 5mm 10mm 15mm 20mm 25mm 30mm 35mm 40mm 45mm 50mm 55mm 60mm 65mm 70mm 75mm Washer Lock Washer Hex Nut Wing Nut Phillips Head Sheet Metal Screw Setscrew Phillips Head Screw Thumb Screw Slotted Screw Countersunk Phillips Head Screw Cap Screw Carriage Bolt Hex Head Bolt Button Head Screw Flange Bolt Phillips Head Hex[...]
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-12- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw Site Considerations 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 such as Grizzly’s G7895 Degreaser. To clean thoroughly, some parts may need to be removed. For opti- [...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -13- Beginning Assembly 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 before you have completed the assembly proc[...]
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-14- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw To attach the table to the bandsaw: 1. Loosen the screw that secures the miter bar to the table ( Figure 7 ). DO NOT remove the screw. 2. Slide the miter bar keyhole notch ( Figure 7 ) off of the screw loosened in step 1 . 3. Loosen and remove the phillips screw in the blade slot of the table ( Figure 8 ). 4. Loo[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -15- 7. Slide the blade slot in the table around the blade ( Figure 12 ) and position the table trun- nion against the back of the bandsaw. Figure 12. Attaching the table to the bandsaw. 8. Secure the table/trunnion assembly to the bandsaw with the two knob bolts that were removed in step 5 , ( Figure 13 ) . 9. Re-ins[...]
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-16- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw To attach a dust collection hose: Hook up a Shop Vac ® or dust collection system to the 1 5 ⁄ 8 " port located on the lower corner of the bandsaw ( Figure 15 ). Figure 15. Dust collection port. Dust Collection To mount the bandsaw to a workbench: Secure the bandsaw to a workbench with 1 ⁄ 4 "-20 la[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -17- The blade tracking is primarily affected by the adjustment of the top wheel. To ensure operator safety, the blade tracking should be checked before the machine is operated. To check and adjust the blade tracking: 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source! 2. Adjust the upper and lower guide bearings and sup[...]
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-18- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw 7. Tighten the knob bolt loosened in step 4 . For the best performance from your saw, regular- ly maintain the proper blade tracking. NOTICE Always check the blade tracking after other adjustments to the blade are made and if a new blade is installed. Before starting the machine: 1. Read this manual and make sure[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -19- Figure 20. Power switch. Starting the machine: 1. Wear safety glasses at all times when run- ning the machine! 2. Plug the machine into the power source. 3. Flip the power switch shown in Figure 20 to the ON position. Make sure your finger is poised to flip the switch to the OFF position, just in case of an emerg[...]
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-20- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw 6. Now, slowly increase the tension until the blade stops fluttering, then tighten the ten- sion one more quarter of a turn. 7. Tighten the wheel lock knob bolt loosened in step 3 . NOTICE All bandsaw blades will stretch. To reduce this stretching, remove the tension from the blade when not in use. NOTICE After b[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -21- 4. Position the support bearings approximately .016" away from the back of the blade as illustrated in Figure 23 . 5. Tighten the hex nuts that were loosened in step 3 to secure the position of the support bearings. NOTICE Whenever changing a blade or adjusting ten- sion and tracking, the upper and lower bla[...]
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-22- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw Figure 25. Correct blade guide position. 4. Tighten the hex nut that was loosened in step 2 to secure the position of the blade guides. 5. Repeat the procedure for the lower blade guides. Blade Gullet Blade Guide Bearing NOTICE Whenever changing a blade or adjusting ten- sion and tracking, the upper and lower bla[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -23- Figure 27. Squaring table to blade. 5. Adjust the table until it is 90˚ to the blade. 6. Tighten the knob bolts loosened in step 3 . 7. Adjust the trunnion scale pointer to the 0˚ mark as shown in Figure 26 . 4. Raise the upper blade guide assembly and place a 6" machinist’s square or try-square on the t[...]
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-24- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw To avoid serious personal injury, read and become familiar with the entire instruction manual before using the Model G8976. Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could result from failure to wear safety glasses, a dust mask, and hearing protec- tion while sanding with this machine. Loose hair and clothing could ge[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -25- To adjust the table tilt: 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source! 2. Loosen the two knob bolts that secure the table trunnion to the side of the bandsaw. 3. Use the trunnion scale to adjust the table to the desired angle ( Figure 29 ). 4. Tighten the knob bolts loosened in step 2 . Figure 29 Table adjust[...]
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-26- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw Figure 31. Crosscutting with a miter gauge. Crosscutting is cutting against the grain direction of the workpiece. Crosscutting man-made wood products (like plywood) is cutting parallel to the shortest side. To perform a 90˚ crosscut: 1. Adjust the miter gauge to the 90˚ position. 2. Adjust the guide post/upper [...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -27- It is common for a bandsaw blade to wander off the cut line when sawing ( Figure 33 ). This is called “blade lead.” To correct blade lead: 1. Verify that the miter slot and fence are paral- lel to the side of the blade. 2. Make sure the blade is tracking properly and that it is correctly tensioned. 3. If the [...]
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-28- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw NOTICE Refer to Figure 36 on page 29 to determine the best blade for cutting various curves. When cutting curves, simultaneously feed and turn the stock carefully so that the blade follows the layout line without being twisted. If a curve is so abrupt that it is necessary to repeatedly back up and cut a new kerf,[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -29- The Model G8976 blade speed is variable and can be adjusted from 50 to 2300 FPM. Blade speed adjustments are made by turning the blade speed knob below the power switch ( Figure 35 ). Figure 35. Blade speed knob. A combination of factors must be considered when selecting the correct blade for a particular cutting[...]
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-30- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw TOOTH STYLE Tooth shape, gullet size, and cut angle are all fac- tors that determine the tooth style. Figure 37 illustrates the three main categories of tooth style. • RAKER — This style is considered to be the standard because the tooth size and shape are the same as the tooth gullet. The teeth on Raker blad[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -31- BLADE BREAKAGE Many factors can cause a blade to break. Breakage is often unavoidable because of the high levels of stress and strain applied to the blade. Avoidable breakage is usually the result of improper care or judgement on the part of the operator when mounting or adjusting the blade or support guides. The[...]
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-32- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw 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. Projectiles from the machine could cause serious eye injury. Wear safety glasses at all times. Serious personal injury could occur if you con- nect [...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -33- Maintenance Performed Approximate Hours Of Use Maintenance Log Date[...]
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-34- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw Figure 39. Motor brush inspection. Blade Changes Motor Brushes Periodically, the motor brushes need to be inspected for wear and damage ( Figure 39 ). Use a flat head screwdriver to remove the motor brush covers. Remove the brushes and inspect them. Brushes that are in usable condition will have no cracks or brok[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -35- This section contains the following subsections for the Model G8976: aftermarket accessories, data sheets, wiring diagrams, parts diagrams and list, troubleshooting, and warranty/return informa- tion. If you need parts or help in assembling your machine, or if you need operational information, call the service de[...]
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-36- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MACHINE DA T A SHEET design Type .................................................................................................... Bench Model Overall Dimensions: Table ...............................................[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -37- Parts Diagrams & Lists[...]
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-38- G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw 2 P8976002 WHEEL 2A P8976002 TIRE 3 PN03M HEX NUT M8-1.25 7 P8976007 SHAFT 11 P8976011 KNOB BOLT M6-1 X 25 12 P8976012 SWITCH BOX 13 PS14M PHLP HD SCR M6-1 X 12 15 P8976015 SWITCH COVER 16 P8976016 SHAFT 17 P8976017 KNOB BOLT M8-1 X 15 18 PSB29M CAP SCREW M6-1 X 40 21 P8976021 SPECIAL SCREW M5-.8 X 15 22 P8976022[...]
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G8976 3 Wheel 12" Bandsaw -39- 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 plug for damaged ins[...]
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-40- G8976 3 Wheel 12" 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 w[...]
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CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE 9. How many of your woodworking machines are Grizzly? _____________ 10. Which benchtop tools do you own? Check all that apply. ___1" x 42" Belt Sander ___6" - 8" Grinder ___5" - 8" Drill Press ___Mini Lathe ___8" Table Saw ___10" - 12" Thickness Planer ___8" - 10" Bandsaw [...]
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