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Grizzly G0580 Owner's Manual

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MODEL G0580
14" BANDSAW
OWNER'S MANUAL
(For models manufactured since 11/06)
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

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  • Page 1 MODEL G0580 14" BANDSAW OWNER'S MANUAL (For models manufactured since 11/06) WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..........2 SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES ......41 SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE ......43 SECTION 1: SAFETY ........6 SECTION 7: SERVICE ........45 SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY ......9 SECTION 3: SETUP ........12 SECTION 8: WIRING ........53 SECTION 9: PARTS ........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Wear eye protection. b) Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has stopped. c) Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides, thrust bearings. d) Adjust upper guide just clear workpiece. e) Hold workpiece firmly against table. www.grizzly.com...
  • Page 5 Identification Figure 1.

  • Page 6: Machine Data Sheet

    Machine Data Sheet Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901 Weight................................154 lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height..............26 x 27 x 67-1/4 in. Footprint (Length x Width)..........................24 x 22 in. Type................................
  • Page 7 Standard Blade Length........................93-1/2 in. Blade Length Range......................92-1/2 - 93-1/2 in. Blade Width Range........................... 1/8 - 3/4 in. Upper Blade Guides............Plastic Guide Blocks with Ball Bearing Rear Blade Lower Blade Guides............Plastic Guide Blocks with Ball Bearing Rear Blade Guide Post Size........................

  • Page 8: Section 1: Safety

    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.
  • Page 9 DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY. GUARDS & COVERS. NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. APPROVED OPERATION. STABLE MACHINE. DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. AWKWARD POSITIONS. ONLY USE AS INTENDED. UNATTENDED OPERATION. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. MAINTAIN WITH CARE. CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. SECURING WORKPIECE.

  • Page 10: Additional Safety For Bandsaws

    Additional Safety for Bandsaws BLADE CONDITION. CUTTING TECHNIQUES. HAND PLACEMENT. LEAVING WORK AREA. WORKPIECE MATERIAL. FEED RATE. BLADE REPLACEMENT. SMALL WORKPIECE HANDLING. BLADE SPEED. GUARDS. BLADE CONTROL. Like all machinery there is potential danger No list of safety guidelines can be com- when operating this machine.

  • Page 11: Section 2: Power Supply

    SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY Availability Circuit Information For your own safety and protection of property, consult an electrician if you are Electrocution, fire, unsure about wiring practices or electrical equipment damage may codes in your area. occur if machine is not correctly grounded and Note: The circuit requirements listed in this man- connected to the power...

  • Page 12: Grounding Requirements

    Grounding Requirements GROUNDED 230V 6-15 RECEPTACLE 6-15 PLUG For 115V operation: Figure 3. 115V GROUNDED 5-15 RECEPTACLE 5-15 PLUG Figure 2. Extension Cords SHOCK HAZARD! Two-prong outlets do not meet the grounding requirements for this machine. Do not modify or use an adapter on the plug provided—if it will not fit the outlet, have a qualified electrician install the proper outlet with a verified ground.
  • Page 13 Voltage Conversion to 230V Figure 5 Page 54 IMPORTANT: If the diagram included on the motor conflicts with the one on Page 54, the motor may have changed since the manual was printed. Use the diagram included on the motor instead. Items Needed Figure 5.

  • Page 14: Section 3: Setup

    SECTION 3: SETUP Unpacking This machine presents serious injury hazards to untrained users. Read through this entire manu- al to become familiar with please call us immediately the controls and opera- at (570) 546-9663 for advice. tions before starting the machine! Otherwise, filing a freight claim can be difficult.
  • Page 15 Hardware Recognition Chart...

  • Page 16: Figure

    Inventory Shipping Inventory: (Figures 6-7) Figure 6. Figure 7. NOTICE If you cannot find an item on this list, care- fully check the machine and the packaging materials. Some of these items may be pre- installed for shipping or become misplaced during unpacking.

  • Page 17: Figure

    Cleanup Gasoline or products with low flash points can explode or cause fire if used to clean machin- ery. Avoid cleaning with these products. Many cleaning solvents are toxic if concentrat- ed amounts are inhaled. Only work in a well-venti- lated area.

  • Page 18: Figure

    Site Considerations Weight Load Physical Environment Machine Data Sheet Space Allocation Electrical Installation See below for required space allocation. Lighting Children or untrained people may be seriously injured by this machine. Only install in an access restricted location. Figure 9.

  • Page 19: Figure

    Assembling Stand Main Body Components and Hardware Needed: Components and Hardware Needed: Tools Needed: Tools Needed: The Model G0580 is a To assemble the stand: heavy machine (154 lbs.). DO NOT over-exert your- self while unpacking or moving your machine— get assistance.

  • Page 20: Figure

    Motor & Switch Components and Hardware Needed: Figure 13. Tools Needed: Figure 14 To install the motor and switch: Figure 12 Figure 14. Figure 12. Figure Figure Step 3...
  • Page 21 To install the upper blade guide assembly: Installing Blade Guides Components and Hardware Needed: Figure 16 Tools Needed: To install the lower blade guide: Figure 16. Figure 17 Figure 15 Figure 17. Figure 15.
  • Page 22 Table Components and Hardware Needed: Figure 20 Tools Needed: To install the table: Figure 20. Figure 21 Figure 18 Figure 21. Figure 18. Figure 22 . Figure 19 Figure 22. Figure 19.

  • Page 23: Figure

    Figure 22 Installing Fence Figure 24 Components and Hardware Needed: Tools Needed: Figure 24. To install the fence: Figure Figure 23.

  • Page 24: Table

    Dust Collection Adjusting Positive Stop DO NOT operate this bandsaw without an ade- quate dust collection system. This bandsaw creates substantial amounts of wood dust Tools Needed: while operating. Failure to use a dust collec- tion system can result in short and long-term respiratory illness.
  • Page 25 Blade Center Tracking If the blade rides on the center of the crown Step 9 If the blade does not ride on the center of the crown, Wheel Alignment Page 49 Note: Changes in the blade tension may change the blade tracking. For best performance, regularly check and maintain the proper blade tracking.
  • Page 26 Power Connection Test Run Connecting Power Troubleshooting Page 45 To test run the machine: Blade Center Tracking Page 23 Figure 29. Connecting power. Disconnecting Power Figure 30. Disconnecting power.

  • Page 27: Tensioning Blade

    Tensioning Blade Figure 31 To tension the bandsaw blade: Test Run Page 24 Figure 31. Note: This procedure will not work if the guide blocks have any contact with the blade. Note: This scale can only be considered as a general guide, follow these steps to accu- rately set the blade tension.
  • Page 28 Adjusting Support Bearings Figure Tools Needed: To adjust the support bearings: Figure 33. Figure 32 Figure Figure 32. Figure 34.
  • Page 29 Note: For a quick gauge, fold a dollar bill in Adjusting Blade half twice (four thicknesses of a dollar bill is Guides approximately 0.016" and place it between the support bearing and the blade as shown in Figure 35 To adjust the upper and lower blade guides: Figure 35.
  • Page 30 Calibrating Table Tilt Scale Figure 37 Tools Needed: To calibrate the pointer on the table tilt scale: Figure Figure 37. Make sure that the blade teeth will not contact the guide blocks when the blade is against the rear support bearing during the cut.

  • Page 31: Aligning Table

    Aligning Table Aligning Fence Tools Needed: Tools Needed: To align the fence parallel with the miter slot: To align the miter slot parallel to the bandsaw blade: Figure 39 Note Make sure the straightedge does not go across a tooth. Figure 39.

  • Page 32: Miter Gauge

    Miter Gauge Note: Sometimes the tightening procedure Blade Lead Page 52 can affect the adjustment. Tools Needed: To calibrate the miter gauge: Figure 40 Figure 40.

  • Page 33: Section 4: Operations

    WE STRONGLY REC- OMMEND that you read books, review industry trade magazines, or get formal training before beginning any projects. Regardless of the content in this section, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training.
  • Page 34 Disabling Switch Workpiece Inspection Before cutting, inspect all workpieces for the following: IMPORTANT: Disabling the switch only Material Type: restricts its function. It is not a substitute for disconnecting machine from power when adjusting or servicing. Foreign Objects: Figure 41. Large/Loose Knots: Children or untrained people can be seriously injured by this machine.
  • Page 35 Guide Post Table Tilt Figure 42 To tilt the table: Figure 43 Figure 43 Figure 42. To adjust guide post assembly alignment on the guide post: Figure 42...

  • Page 36: Blade Information

    Straight Cutting: Blade Information Blade Dimensions Tooth Style Blade Length Accessories Blade Width Figure 45. Raker Curve Cutting: Skip Hook Figure 44.
  • Page 37 Tooth Pitch Blade Breakage Blade Care The most common causes of blade breakage are:...

  • Page 38: Blade Change

    Blade Installation Blade Change Note If the teeth will not point downward in Always disconnect power any orientation, the blade is inside-out. Put machine when on heavy gloves, remove the blade, and twist changing blades. Failure it right side-out. to do this may result in serious personal injury.

  • Page 39: Basic Cutting Tips

    Basic Cutting Tips Ripping Here are some basic tips to follow when oper- ating the bandsaw: To make a rip cut: Cutting Options Note: If you cut narrow pieces, use a push stick to protect your fingers. Figure 47. NEVER place fingers or hands in the line of cut.
  • Page 40 Crosscutting Resawing To make a 90˚ crosscut: Page Blade Lead Page 52 Figure 49. Figure 48. When resawing thin pieces, a wandering blade (blade lead) can tear through the side of the workpiece, exposing your hands to the blade teeth. Always use push blocks when resawing and keep your hands clear of the blade.

  • Page 41: Cutting Curves

    To resaw a workpiece: Cutting Curves The blade must also be sharp and clean. The list below displays blade widths and the corresponding minimum radii for those blade widths. Width Min. Radius ⁄ " ........⁄ " ⁄ " ........⁄...
  • Page 42 Stacked Cuts To complete a stacked cut: Figure 50.

  • Page 43: Section 5: Accessories

    Width Gauge risk, only install accessories recommended for this machine by Grizzly. NOTICE Refer to the newest copy of the Grizzly Catalog for other accessories available for this machine. ® Order Online at grizzly.com H7316—6" Extension Block Kit for G0580 We also carry a full line of 105"...
  • Page 44 G7314Z—Heavy-Duty Mobile G1163—1HP Floor Model Dust Collector Base G0710—1HP Wall-Mount Dust Collector G3591—30 Micron Replacement Bag H4340—3.0 Micron Upgrade Bag Figure 53. T10117—Big Mouth Dust Hood with Stand Figure 55. G8983—Tilting Roller Stand G8984—Single Roller Stand G8985—5 Roller Stand G8983 G8985 Figure 54 G8984...

  • Page 45: Section 6: Maintenance

    SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE Cleaning & Protecting Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may result in serious person- al injury. Schedule Daily Lubrication Monthly...

  • Page 46: Redressing Rubber Tires

    To redress the rubber tires: Redressing Rubber Tires...

  • Page 47: Section 7: Service

    SECTION 7: SERVICE Note: Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling. Troubleshooting Motor & Electrical Page 54 Pages 47 Page 54 Page 47 Page 48...
  • Page 48 Cutting Operations Page 36 Page 36 Page 29 Page 36 Page 34 Pages 27 Page 26 Page 52 Page 22 Page 28 Page 48 Miscellaneous Page 47 Page 49 Page...
  • Page 49 Tensioning V-Belt V-Belt Tension Tool Needed To properly tension the V-belt: Figure 58 Replacing V-Belt Page 48 Checking V-Belt Tension Tensioning V-Belt Figure 58. Figure 57.

  • Page 50: Shimming Table

    Replacing V-Belt Tools Needed To replace the V-belt: V-Belt Tension Page 47 Pages 23 Shimming Table Figure 59 Figure 59. Figure 60. Tip: For fine adjustments, use electrical washers on the bolts that secure the table.

  • Page 51: Wheel Alignment

    Wheel Alignment Tools Needed Checking Wheel Alignment Figure 62. Figure 61.

  • Page 52: Shimming A Wheel

    Shimming a Wheel Blade Center Tracking Page Figure 63. Upper Wheel Lateral Adjustment Page 51 Step 3 Shimming a Wheel Note: Often the wheels may be coplanar with the blade loose, then be pulled out of align- To shim a wheel: ment when it is tightened.
  • Page 53 Upper Wheel Lateral Adjustment Tools Needed To adjust the upper wheel laterally: Figures 64–65 Checking Wheel Alignment Figure 64. Figure 65.

  • Page 54: Blade Lead

    To skew your fence: Blade Lead Steps 1–4 Figure 66. To correct blade lead: To shift the table: Aligning Table Aligning Fence Steps 1–3 Steps 1–5...

  • Page 55: Section 8: Wiring

    This information can be found on the main machine label. Wiring Safety Instructions SHOCK HAZARD. WIRE/COMPONENT DAMAGE. MOTOR WIRING. MODIFICATIONS. CAPACITORS/INVERTERS. WIRE CONNECTIONS. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. The photos and diagrams included in this section are best viewed in color. You can view these pages in color at www.grizzly.com.

  • Page 56: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram Motor Pre-wired for 115V Motor Rewired for 230V Rewired for 230V 115 VAC 230 VAC 5-15 Plug 6-15 Plug (Pre-wired) (As Recommended) Rewired for 230V READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY ON PAGE 53!

  • Page 57: Section 9: Parts

    SECTION 9: PARTS Main...

  • Page 58: Main Parts List

    MOTOR PULLEY PHTEK2M TAP SCREW M3.5 X 16 PSS01M SET SCREW M6-1 X 10 P0580068 BELT 18505J G8988 GRIZZLY SAFETY PADDLE SWITCH P0580069 LOWER HINGE PHTEK1M TAP SCREW M3.5 X 12 PFH07M FLAT HD SCR M5-.8 X 10 PW05M FLAT WASHER 4MM PB20M HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 35...

  • Page 59: Main Parts List Continued

    Main Parts List Continued REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION P0555102 SCALE 114-4 P0580114-4 WASHER PLASTIC P0580103 TRUNNION CLAMP SHOE 114-5 PS19M PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 6 PB02M HEX BOLT M6-1 X 12 114-6 P0580114-6 P0555105 TRUNNION SUPPORT BRACKET 114-7 P0580114-7 KNOB 1/4-20 X 3/4 PB26M...
  • Page 60 P0580134V2 MACHINE ID LABEL CSA V2.03.12 PLABEL-23 BANDSAW DOOR LABEL PLABEL-14 ELECTRICITY LABEL PPAINT-11 GRIZZLY PUTTY TOUCH-UP PAINT PPAINT-1 GRIZZLY GREEN TOUCH UP PAINT G9987 GRIZZLY NAMEPLATE PLABEL-57 GLASSES/RESPIRATOR LABEL P0580145 DISCONNECT POWER/INJURY LABEL PLABEL-12A READ MANUAL LABEL Safety labels help reduce the risk of serious injury caused by machine hazards.

  • Page 61: Warranty Card

    WARRANTY CARD The following information is given on a voluntary basis. It will be used for marketing purposes to help us develop better products and services. Of course, all information is strictly confidential. Note: We never use names more than 3 times. _____________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________...

  • Page 63: Warranty & Returns

    WARRANTY & RETURNS 1 year...
  • Page 64 ® Buy Direct and Save with Grizzly – Trusted, Proven and a Great Value! ~Since 1983~ Visit Our Website Today For Current Specials! ORDER 24 HOURS A DAY! 1-800-523-4777...

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