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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation, electrocution, or death.
ID label (see below). This information is required for us to provide proper tech support, and it helps us determine if updated documenta- tion is available for your machine. Manufacture Date Serial Number Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Rotate workpiece by hand before applying power. e) Rough out workpiece before installing on faceplate. f) Do not mount split workpiece or one containing knot. g) Use lowest speed when starting new workpiece. Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
M. Tailstock Lock Lever: Secures tailstock in Emergency Stop button has been disen- position along bed. gaged or power has been lost. D. Speed Control Knob: Adjusts spindle speed from low to high within range governed by pulley belt position. Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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Q. Swing-Away Bed: Provides extended bed length for turning operations, and swings around side of bed to store tailstock during outboard turning operations. R. Swing-Away Bed Latch: Locks swing-away bed securely against lathe bedway. Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
The following is a list of common definitions, terms and phrases used throughout this manual as they relate to this wood lathe and turning in general. Become familiar with these terms for assembling, adjusting or operating this machine. Your safety is VERY important to us at Grizzly! Bed: The long, rail-like metal base to which...
MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 MODEL G0799 20" X 48" HEAVY‐DUTY WOOD LATHE Product Dimensions: Weight................................749 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height................26 x 89 x 54 in.
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 6/5/2016 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G0799 PAGE 2 OF 3 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 6/5/2016 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G0800 PAGE 1 OF 3 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 6/5/2016 and represents our most recent product specifications. Model G0800 PAGE 2 OF 3 Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased. -10- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Everyday ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses. alcohol, when tired, or when distracted. -11- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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Make sure they are properly installed, you experience difficulties performing the intend- undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our operating machine. Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. -12- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
SANDING/POLISHING. To reduce entanglement CHECK CLEARANCES. Before starting spindle, risk, remove tool rest before sanding. Never verify workpiece has adequate clearance by completely wrap sandpaper around workpiece. hand-rotating it through its entire range of motion. -13- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
G0799 Full-Load Current Rating ..6.5 Amps Nominal Voltage ..208V, 220V, 230V, 240V G0800 Full-Load Current Rating ..10 Amps Cycle ............60 Hz The full-load current is not the maximum amount Phase ...........
IMPORTANT: Save all packaging materials until you are completely satisfied with the machine and have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack- aging to file a freight claim. It is also extremely helpful if you need to return your machine later.
A. Lathe Assembly —Headstock (mounted) ......1 —Tool Rest (mounted) ........ 1 —Tool Rest Base (mounted) ...... 1 —Tailstock (mounted) ......... 1 Figure 8. Stand legs. Figure 7. Lathe assembly. Figure 9. Loose inventory components. -18- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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If you cannot find an item on this list, care- fully check around/inside the machine and packaging materials. Often, these items get lost in packaging materials while unpack- ing or they are pre-installed at the factory. Figure 10. Accessory components. -19- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Figure 11. T23692 Orange Power Degreaser. off the rest with the rag. Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean, then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality metal protectant to prevent rust. -20- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Only install in an Shadows, glare, or strobe effects that may distract access restricted location. or impede the operator must be eliminated. " " " Figure 12. Minimum working clearances. -21- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Figure 13. Stand legs aligned and correctly Note: The lock nuts on the chisel pan mount- positioned 48 ⁄ " apart. ing rod should not be tightened until the lathe bedway has been installed. -22- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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Figure 19. Toolrest Base Lock Lever Figure 19. Securing lathe bedway to leg Figure 17. Location of headstock control lever. assembly. 10. If bolting lathe to floor, skip to Step 13. -23- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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Set Screw. mounting rod in Step 3 so they are flush against the inside of each leg. Then tighten Figure 22. Chuck guard installed in mounting lock nuts to completely secure mounting rod. arm. -24- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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Swing-Away Bed Lathe Bed Hinge Pin Tool Rack Upper Set Screws Hinge Figure 26. Swing-away bed hinge assembled. Figure 24. Tool rest mounted on front of bed. -25- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Ensure spindle lock is turned left to the unlocked position. Set spindle direction switch to neutral posi- tion and turn speed control knob all the way counterclockwise. Press Emergency Stop button. Connect machine to power supply. Digital readout should illuminate. -26- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Stop button safety feature is not working correctly. This safety feature must work Figure 28. Popular method for anchoring properly before proceeding with regular machinery to a concrete floor. operations. Call Tech Support for help. -27- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Read books/magazines or get formal training before beginning any proj- ects. Regardless of the content in this sec- tion, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training. -28- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
BEFORE cutting, and cutting tool sure as needed. is properly positioned to cut at the correct angle for tool and operation type. -30- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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Loosen tool rest lock handle (see Figure 31). Tool Rest Lock Handle Position tool rest in desired location. Retighten tool rest lock handle to secure tool Tool Rest Base rest in position. Lock Lever Figure 31. Tool rest controls. -31- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Figure 33. Removing headstock center with knock-out tool. Figure 32. Installing center in headstock spindle. Make sure center is securely installed by attempting to pull it out by hand—a properly installed center will not pull out easily. -32- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Figure 34. Make sure center is securely installed by attempting to pull it out by hand—a properly installed center will not pull out easily. Secure quill in place by retightening quill lock handle. -33- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Use belt tension lever (see Figure 40) to lift motor assembly all the way up, then re- Figure 38. Speed recommendations. tighten belt tension lock handle—this will hold motor in place while you change belt position. -35- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Deflection using indexing feature. DO NOT start lathe with spindle lock engaged; otherwise lathe ⁄ " could be damaged. Pulley Figure 42. Testing for ⁄ " belt deflection. Close front belt access cover. -36- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Figure 45. ¼" Workpiece Pencil Lines Marked Diagonally Across Corners Figure 47. Spur center properly embedded. Workpiece Center Figure 45. Workpiece marked diagonally from corner to corner to determine the center. -37- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Otherwise, spin- ning workpiece could force lathe tool out of your hands or entangle your hands with workpiece. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. -38- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
"round" as possible, as described in Spindle Turning, Step 5 (see Page 37). Center faceplate on workpiece and attach it (see Figure 49) with wood screws. Figure 49. Typical attachment of faceplate to workpiece. -39- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Steps 1–3 Mounting Follow under ed underneath assembly, then lifting it from Workpiece on Faceplate (see Page 39) to lathe bed. attach backing block to faceplate. -40- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
The Swan Neck Hollowing Tool shown on Page 45 is a good example of a speciality tool. Figure 54. Example of a skew chisel. -42- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
ACCESSORIES Swan Neck SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES T27484—20" Bed Extension for G0799 G0800 This Extension Bed is designed to mount to any of three positions for maximum turning versatility. Installing unapproved accessories may When mounted in the tail position for increased...
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The Easy Chuck’s Zoom Ring™ also gives you the ability to open and close the chuck very quickly for various gripping diameters. Figure 60. Comparator Arms for G0799 and G0800. T10117—Big Mouth Dust Hood with Stand Capture dust from any machine operation with this Big Mouth Dust Hood.
NOT allow any oil or grease to get on the inside mating surfaces of the quill. Every 4–6 months, apply a few of drops of light machine oil to the swing-away bed hinge. -45- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
6. Motor mount loose/broken. 6. Tighten/replace. 7. Motor bearings at fault. 7. Test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft requires bearing replacement. 8. Workpiece/faceplate at fault. 8. Center workpiece in chuck/faceplate; reduce RPM. -46- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Quill will not move 1. Keyway is not aligned with quill lock lever. 1. Align quill keyway and quill lock lever and slightly forward when tighten lever to engage keyway. handwheel is turned -47- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Note: If you are only tensioning the belt, skip to Step 9. Motor Pulley Access Cover Belt Tension Lever Figure 66. Belt access cover opened. Belt Tension Lock Handle Figure 64. Location of belt tension components. -48- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Figure 68. Location of motor and spindle pulleys. Slide spindle pulley into alignment with motor pulley. Note: When pulleys are properly aligned, there should be no unusual or pulsing sounds coming from the belt. Tighten set screws. -49- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Open belt access cover. back into place. Carefully bend back any tabs (see Figure 69) on tabbed lock washer. Lock Nut Figure 69. Location of bearing lock nut inside headstock. -50- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Technical Support at (570) 546-9663. The photos and diagrams included in this section are best viewed in color. You can view these pages in color at www.grizzly.com. -51- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Figure 71. Control panel and DRO readout components. Figure 73. Power inverter electrical box. Sensor Magnet Sensor Figure 72. Motor ID label and junction box. Figure 74. RPM sensor and sensor magnet. READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY -52- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15) ON PAGE 52!
SECTION 9: PARTS We do our best to stock replacement parts when possible, but we cannot guarantee that all parts shown are available for purchase. Call (800) 523-4777 or visit www.grizzly.com/parts to check for availability. Main 70-2 70-1 -54- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
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LOCK NUT M20-2.5 P0799041 TAILSTOCK MOUNTING BLOCK P0799080 HANDLE GRIP 22ID X 120L X 3T (RUBBER) P0799042 CAP SCREW M10-1.5 X 30 P0799081 COMPRESSION SPRING 1.4 X 25.8 X 12 P0799043 LOCK WASHER 10MM -55- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
FLAT WASHER 10MM P0799174 SET SCREW M6-1 X 6 P0799134 MOTOR MOUNT PLATE P0799175 SET SCREW M8-1.25 X 20 DOG-PT P0799135 ROUND KNOB M10-1.5, 32 OD (PLASTIC) P0799176 COMPRESSION SPRING 1.4 X 25.8 X 12 -57- Model G0799 G0800 (Mfd. Since 09/15)
Safety labels help reduce the risk of serious injury caused by machine hazards. If any label comes off or becomes unreadable, the owner of this machine MUST replace it in the original location before resuming operations. For replacements, contact (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com. -58-...
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WARRANTY & RETURNS 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.