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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. This will help us help you faster. tions, specifications, drawings, and photographs in this manual. Sometimes we make mistakes, but Grizzly Technical Support our policy of continuous improvement also means 1815 W. Battlefield that sometimes the machine you receive is Springfield, MO 65807 slightly different than shown in the manual.
Identification Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand the instructions in this manual. HEPA Filter AIR PULSE CLEAN Button ON/OFF Eye Bolt Buttons (1 of 4) Pressure Compressed Gauge Air Port Maintenance Door Drain Valve...
Controls & Controls Components To reduce your risk of serious injury, read this entire manual BEFORE using machine. Figure 1. Controls. Like all machinery there is potential danger A. AIR PULSE CLEAN Button: Pulses com- when operating this machine. Accidents pressed air to clean canister.
SECTION 1: SAFETY For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual Before Operating This Machine The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of impor- tance of the safety messages.
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WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine. clothing, apparel or jewelry that can become It will do the job safer and better at the rate for entangled in moving parts. Always tie back or which it was designed. cover long hair.
Additional Safety for Metal Dust Collectors Long-term respiratory damage, metal toxicity, cancer, or birth defects can occur from improperly using, setting up, or servicing machine, and using this machine without wearing a respirator. Explosions or fire can result if machine is used to capture incorrect materials or if dust/waste material is exposed to an ignition source.
SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY Availability Circuit Information Before installing the machine, consider the avail- A power supply circuit includes all electrical ability and proximity of the required power supply equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet the in the building and the machine.
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Grounding Requirements GROUNDED This machine MUST be grounded. In the event 6-15 RECEPTACLE of certain malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding Current Carrying Prongs reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. 6-15 PLUG For 120V operation: This machine is equipped with a power cord that has an equipment-ground- ing wire and a grounding plug (see following fig-...
Converting Voltage Loosen (2) strain relief nuts (see Figure 6). to 240V Disconnect incoming power, motor, and ground wires, then remove (2) Phillips head screws to separate switch housing from machine (see Figure 6). The voltage conversion MUST be performed by an electrician or qualified service personnel.
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Remove (12) knob bolts from HEPA filter 10. Use wire nuts to connect wires as indicated cage (see Figure 7), then remove HEPA in Figure 9. Twist wire nuts onto their respec- filter to access motor junction box. Refer to tive wires and wrap them with electrical tape MOTOR 120V/240V Replacing HEPA Filter on Page 28 for...
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 Wear safety glasses during helpful if you need to return your machine later.
Site Considerations Weight Load Physical Environment Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight The physical environment where the machine is of your machine. Make sure that the surface upon operated is important for safe operation and lon- which the machine is placed will bear the weight gevity of machine components.
Assembly Lifting & Placing The machine must be fully assembled before it can be operated. Before beginning the assembly process, refer to Needed for Setup and gather HEAVY LIFT! all listed items. To ensure the assembly process Straining or crushing injury goes smoothly, first clean any parts that are cov- may occur from improperly ered or coated in heavy-duty rust preventative (if...
Air Supply Ducting System The Model G0966 uses compressed air to clean Overview the canister filter. Use only clean, dry air. For best This dust collector is designed exclusively to col- results, use an air line regulator and filter setup lect dry metal, chips, and swarf.
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Avoid inferior metal duct that requires you to cut it Metal Ducting to length and snap it together. This type of duct is Advantages of metal ducting is its conductivity time-consuming to install because it requires you and that it does not contribute to static electrical to seal all the seams with silicone and screw the charge build-up.
System Grounding Ensure Required CFM at Machine Since each machine produces a different amount of dust, the requirements for the minimum amount of CFM to move that dust is unique to the machine. To guard against static electrical buildup, we Knowing this required CFM is important to gaug- strongly recommend replacing any plastic dust ing what size duct to use.
Tech Support at (570) formal training before beginning any proj- 546-9663 for assistance. ects. Regardless of the content in this sec- tion, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training. -20- Model G0966 (Mfd. Since 04/23)
SECTION 4: OPERATIONS Operation Never operate machine with damaged or worn parts. Never operate machine with fil- This metal dust collector draws metal dust into ters, guards, or covers removed. a dust collection tray (see Figure 20) and dis- charges air through a HEPA filter. The dust tray is located inside the main compartment beneath the canister filter.
(1) branch, (3) pipe hangers, (1) To reduce this risk, only install accessories end cap, (3) adjustable nipples, (1) 90˚ elbow, and recommended for this machine by Grizzly. (1) 60˚ elbow. NOTICE Refer to our website or latest catalog for additional recommended accessories.
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This viewing spool is a section of acrylic glass with QF ends so you can inspect material flow. Ends are 22-gauge. Total length 12 ⁄ ". Figure 27. Metal blast gates. Figure 25. Viewing spools. www.grizzly.com 1-800-523-4777 order online at or call -23- Model G0966 (Mfd. Since 04/23)
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These laser welded straight pipes ensure a super smooth internal seam. Ends easily clamp together for a sealed fit without screws or silicone. Figure 32. G0897 Metal belt grinder/sander. Figure 30. Straight metal pipe. www.grizzly.com 1-800-523-4777 order online at or call -24-...
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE Cleaning Exterior To reduce risk of shock or accidental startup, always To clean the exterior of the Model G0966, use a disconnect machine from soft bristle brush and shop vacuum with a HEPA power before adjustments, filter, then wipe off remaining dust with a soft, dry maintenance, or service.
Cleaning Canister To clean canister filter: Filter Turn dust collector OFF. Connect compressed air hose to air port (see Figure 34). The Model G0966 uses air pulse technology to remove metal chip particles from the canister filter IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to machine, pleats.
Emptying Dust Tray Using handle slot, lift dust tray up and out of cabinet (see Figure 37). Frequently monitor and empty dust tray as neces- Tray Insert sary during operations. (1 of 2) Handle Slot Eye and face injuries and respiratory prob- lems can occur while operating or cleaning this machine.
Slide canister filter out (see Figure 40). To replace canister filter: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER AND AIR! Pull to release (2) compression latches and open maintenance door. Loosen filter retaining knob (see Figure 38). Canister Filter Figure 40. Removing canister filter. Reverse Steps 3–5 to install canister filter.
Cleaning Ducts To replace HEPA filter: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER AND AIR! Keeping the ducting clear is important for main- taining the efficient performance of this metal dust Remove (12) knob bolts and flat washers collector. Metal particles that do not reach the from HEPA filter cage (see Figure 41).
Cleaning Impeller Remove motor/impeller assembly and care- fully set on machine housing (see Figure 44). The impeller normally requires no maintenance, but the blades can accumulate metal dust that Impeller can adversely affect impeller balance. Removing the motor/impeller assembly allows cleaning and inspection of the impeller blades.
SECTION 7: SERVICE Review the troubleshooting procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine. If you need replacement parts or additional help with a procedure, call our Technical Support. Note: Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling. Troubleshooting Motor &...
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Motor & Electrical (Cont.) Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Machine has 1. Machine feet not adjusted correctly. 1. Adjust machine feet (Page 16). vibration or 2. Debris caught in impeller. 2. Inspect impeller for debris (Page 30). noisy operation. 3. Motor or component loose. 3.
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Operation (Cont.) Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Attached air 1. Dust collector tank needs to be drained. 1. Open drain valve to drain condensation, then close supply from (Page 4). compressor 2. In-line water separator is full (if used). 2. Drain water separator. is dirty or 3.
SECTION 8: PNEUMATIC SYSTEM Pneumatic System Diagram Tank High-Flow Pulse Jet Valve Safety Relief Air Supply Valve 90 PSI Pressure Gauge Drain Valve Control Valve Blow Tube Air Supply Connection Control Valve Pressure Gauge To Tank To Pulse Jet Valve Drain Valve Figure 45.
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. -35- Model G0966 (Mfd. Since 04/23)
SECTION 10: 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 10-4 10-2 10-3 10-7...
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SET SCREW 1/4-20 X 5/16 P0966066 ACORN NUT 5/16-18 P0966023 SILENCER BREATHER VENT EP-02N P0966067 FLAT WASHER 5/16 P0966024 PRESSURE GAUGE 0-10" -39- BUY PARTS ONLINE AT GRIZZLY.COM! Model G0966 (Mfd. Since 04/23) Scan QR code to visit our Parts Store.
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. -40- BUY PARTS ONLINE AT GRIZZLY.COM!
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.