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MODEL G0555/G0555P

ULTIMATE 14" BANDSAW

OWNER'S MANUAL

WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE

OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.

FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 5/11 #TR4508 PRINTED IN TAIWAN

252923

Model

G0555

Model

G0555P

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.

The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use.

This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in

a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization,

proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre-

hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool

integrity, and the usage of personal protective equipment.

The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property damage

from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or misuse.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, 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 masonry products.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you

do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip-

ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter

out microscopic particles.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION 2 ...............................................

Manual Accuracy ........................................... 2

Contact Info.................................................... 2

Machine Description ...................................... 2

Identification ................................................... 3

Machine Data Sheet ...................................... 4

SECTION 1: SAFETY ....................................... 6

Safety Instructions for Machinery .................. 6

Additional Safety for Bandsaws ..................... 8

SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY ........................ 9

SECTION 3: SETUP ....................................... 12

Needed for Setup ......................................... 12

Unpacking .................................................... 12

Hardware Recognition Chart ....................... 13

Inventory ...................................................... 14

Cleanup ........................................................ 15

Site Considerations ...................................... 16

Assembly ..................................................... 17

Blade Center Tracking ................................. 21

Dust Collection ............................................. 22

Power Connection........................................ 23

Test Run ...................................................... 23

Tensioning Blade ......................................... 24

Adjusting Blade Support Bearings ............... 25

Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings .................. 26

Table Tilt Calibration .................................... 28

Aligning Table .............................................. 29

Aligning Fence ............................................. 30

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS ........................... 31

Operation Overview ..................................... 31

Disabling & Locking Switch.......................... 32

Workpiece Inspection................................... 32

Guide Post ................................................... 33

Table Tilt ...................................................... 33

Blade Speed ................................................ 34

Blade Information ......................................... 35

Blade Change .............................................. 37

Basic Cutting Tips ........................................ 38

Cutting Options ............................................ 38

Ripping ......................................................... 38

Crosscutting ................................................. 39

Resawing ..................................................... 39

Cutting Curves ............................................. 40

Stacked Cuts................................................ 40

SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES ......................... 41

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE ......................... 43

Schedule ...................................................... 43

Cleaning & Protecting .................................. 43

Lubrication ................................................... 44

Redressing Rubber Tires ............................. 44

SECTION 7: SERVICE ................................... 45

Troubleshooting ........................................... 45

V-Belt Tension ............................................. 47

Replacing V-Belt .......................................... 48

Shimming Table ........................................... 48

Wheel Alignment .......................................... 49

Blade Lead ................................................... 52

Blade Tensioner ........................................... 53

Fence Scale Calibration ............................... 54

SECTION 8: WIRING ...................................... 55

Wiring Safety Instructions ............................ 55

Wiring Diagram ............................................ 56

SECTION 9: PARTS ....................................... 57

Main ............................................................. 57

Stand ............................................................ 60

Fence ........................................................... 61

Labels .......................................................... 62

WARRANTY AND RETURNS ........................ 65

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INTRODUCTION

The bandsaw is a versatile woodworking tool that

is used to perform a wide variety of cuts in wood

stock, such as rip cuts, cross cuts, bevel cuts,

miter cuts, circular cuts, contour cuts, stacked

pattern cuts, etc.

The bandsaw blade is a continuous metal band

wrapped around two rotating wheels, which per-

forms the cut as it passes through the workpiece

and table. Adjustable blade guide and support

bearings keep the blade in position during this

operation.

The included adjustable fence, miter gauge, and

tilting table support a wide variety of cutting

operations.

Note: The Polar Bear Model G0555P is the same

machine as the Model G0555 except for the bril-

liant white color.

Machine Description

We stand behind our machines! If you have ques-

tions or need help, contact us with the information

below. Before contacting, make sure you get the

serial number

and manufacture date

from the

machine ID label. This will help us help you faster.

Grizzly Technical Support

1815 W. Battlefield

Springfield, MO 65807

Phone: (570) 546-9663

Email: techsupport@grizzly.com

We want your feedback on this manual. What did

you like about it? Where could it be improved?

Please take a few minutes to give us feedback.

Grizzly Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Email: manuals@grizzly.com

Contact Info

We are proud to provide a high-quality owner’s

manual with your new machine!

made every effort to be exact with the

instruc-

tions, specifications, drawings, and photographs

in this manual. Sometimes we make mistakes, but

our policy of continuous improvement also means

that

sometimes the machine

you receive is

slightly different than shown in the manual

If you find this to be the case, and the difference

between the manual and machine leaves you

confused or unsure about something

check our

website for an updated version. W

e post

current

manuals and

manual updates for free

on our web-

site at

www.grizzly.com.

Alternatively, you can call our Technical Support

for help. Before calling, make sure you write down

the

Manufacture Date Serial Number and

from

the machine 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

Manual Accuracy

Model G0555/G0555P (Mfg. Since 5/11) -3-

Identification

A. Upper Wheel Cover

B. ON/OFF Switch w/Disabling Padlock

C. Fence

D. Blade Guard

E. Upper Blade Guide Assembly

F. Table Pin

G. Miter Gauge Assembly

H. Lower Wheel Cover

I. Fence Lock Lever

J. Front Table Lock Knob

K. Stand Assembly

L. Blade Tension Adjustment Knob

M. Blade Tension Quick Release Lever

N. Guide Post

O. Guide Post Lock Knob

P. Blade Tension Scale

Q. Blade Tracking Adjustment Knob

R. Table Insert

S. Rear Table Lock Knob

T. 4" Dust Port

U. Motor

Figure 1. G0555 G0555P identification.

Front

View

Rear

View

To reduce your risk of

serious injury, read this

entire manual BEFORE

using machine.

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model G0555/G0555P

ultimate 14" BaNdSaW

Product Dimensions:

Weight ........................................................................................................................................................................... 167 lbs.

Length/Width/Height ................................................................................................................................. 26

3⁄ " x 3081⁄ " x 6641⁄ "2

Foot Print (Length/Width) ....................................................................................................................................... 24

1⁄ " x 1721⁄ "2

Shipping Dimensions:

Type ...........................................................................................................................................................................Cardboard

Content .......................................................................................................................................................................... Machine

Weight ............................................................................................................................................................................ 198 lbs.

Length/Width/Height ............................................................................................................................................44" x 21" x 20"

Electrical:

Switch .......................................................................................................................................................... On/Off Push Button

Switch Voltage ............................................................................................................................................................ 110/220V

Cord Length ..........................................................................................................................................................................6 ft.

Cord Gauge .................................................................................................................................................................16 gauge

Minimum Circuit Size ...................................................................................................................... 15A @ 110V, 10A @ 220V

Plug Included ........................................................................................................................................................................Yes

Recommended Plug Type ..........................................................................................................................NEMA 6-15 @220V

Included Plug Type .................................................................................................................................................. NEMA 5-15

Motors:

Main

Type ......................................................................................................................................... TEFC Capacitor Start Induction

Horsepower .........................................................................................................................................................................1 HP

Voltage ......................................................................................................................................................................110V/220V

Prewired ............................................................................................................................................................................. 110V

Phase ................................................................................................................................................................................ Single

Amps .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11/5.5A

Speed .........................................................................................................................................................................1725 RPM

Cycle ................................................................................................................................................................................. 60 Hz

Number Of Speeds ...................................................................................................................................................................1

Power Transfer ........................................................................................................................................................... Belt Drive

Bearings ...............................................................................................................................................Shielded and Lubricated

Main Specifications:

Operation Information

Blade Speed ........................................................................................................................................... 1500, 3200 FPM

Table Tilt .............................................................................................................................................. Left 10°, Right 45°

Cutting Capacities

Maximum Cutting Height ............................................................................................................................................... 6"

Max Capacity Left of Blade .......................................................................................................................................13

1⁄ "2

maCHiNe data

SHeet

Model G0555/G0555P (Mfg. Since 5/11) -5-

Blade Information

Standard Blade Length ..............................................................................................................................................93 1

⁄ "2

Blade Length Range ....................................................................................................................................... 92 1⁄ "–9321

⁄ "2

Blade Width Range ................................................................................................................................................ 1⁄ "–83

⁄ "4

Upper Blade Guides ................................................................................................................ Anti-Collision Ball Bearing

Lower Blade Guides ................................................................................................................ Anti-Collision Ball Bearing

Guide Post Size .........................................................................................................................................0.865" (22mm)

Guide Post Type .............................................................................................................................................. Solid Steel

Table Information

Table Length ............................................................................................................................................................... 14"

Table Width ................................................................................................................................................................. 14"

Table Thickness ..........................................................................................................................................................1 1

⁄ "2

Floor to Table Height ............................................................................................................................................... 43 5⁄ "16

Fence Information

Locks in Front ..............................................................................................................................................................Yes

Locks in Rear ............................................................................................................................................................... No

Adjustable for Blade Lead ...........................................................................................................................................Yes

Construction

Table Construction ................................................................................................................Precision Ground Cast Iron

Rip Fence ..............................................................................................................................Deluxe Extruded Aluminum

Base Construction ................................................................................................................................ Pre-Formed Steel

Body Construction .............................................................................................................................................. Cast Iron

Upper Wheel ........................................................................................................... Computer Balanced Cast Aluminum

Lower Wheel ........................................................................................................... Computer Balanced Cast Aluminum

Tire Material ..........................................................................................................................................................Rubber

Wheel Cover ......................................................................................................................................... Pre-Formed Steel

Paint .........................................................................................................................................................Powder Coated

Other Related Information

Wheel Diameter .........................................................................................................................................................13 3

⁄ "4

Wheel Width .............................................................................................................................................................. 1 3⁄ "16

Number of Dust Ports .....................................................................................................................................................1

Dust Port Size ............................................................................................................................................................... 4"

Mobile Base ..........................................................................................................................................................G7314Z

Other Specifications:

ISO Factory ................................................................................................................................................................. ISO 9001

Country Of Origin ............................................................................................................................................................ Taiwan

Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Year

Serial Number Location .......................................................................................................... ID Label on Upper Wheel Cover

Customer Setup and Cleaning Time ........................................................................................................................... 1 1⁄ Hours 2

Features:

Includes Fence and Miter Gauge

Upper and Lower Ball Bearing Blade Guides

Deluxe Heavy-Duty Stand

Magnifying Window Over Fence Scale

Hinged Wheel Covers

4" Dust Port

6" Riser Block Available

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ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS. You

can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching live

electrical components or improperly grounded

machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow qualified

service personnel to do electrical installation or

repair work, and always disconnect power before

accessing or exposing electrical equipment.

DISCONNECT POWER FIRST.

Always discon-

nect machine from power supply BEFORE making

adjustments, changing tooling, or servicing machine.

This prevents an injury risk from unintended startup

or contact with live electrical components.

EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI-approved

safety glasses or a face shield when operating or

observing machinery to reduce the risk of eye

injury or blindness from flying particles. Everyday

eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses.

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.

TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY. Untrained oper-

ators have a higher risk of being hurt or killed.

Only allow trained/supervised people to use this

machine. When machine is not being used, dis-

connect power, remove switch keys, or lock-out

machine to prevent unauthorized use—especially

around children. Make your workshop kid proof!

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use

machinery in areas that are wet, cluttered, or have

poor lighting. Operating machinery in these areas

greatly increases the risk of accidents and injury.

MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED. Full mental

alertness is required for safe operation of machin-

ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or

alcohol, when tired, or when distracted.

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. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that

safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper

accident prevention measures. Always use common sense and good judgment.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert

against unsafe practices.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

COULD result in death or serious injury.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

WILL result in death or serious injury.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about

proper operation of the machine.

NOTICE

Safety Instructions for Machinery

SECTION 1: SAFETY

Model G0555/G0555P (Mfg. Since 5/11) -7-

WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear

clothing, apparel or jewelry that can become

entangled in moving parts. Always tie back or

cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to reduce

risk of slipping and losing control or accidentally

contacting cutting tool or moving parts.

HAZARDOUS DUST. Dust created by machinery

operations may cause cancer, birth defects, or

long-term respiratory damage. Be aware of dust

hazards associated with each workpiece mate-

rial. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to

reduce your risk.

HEARING PROTECTION. Always wear hear-

ing protection when operating or observing loud

machinery. Extended exposure to this noise

without hearing protection can cause permanent

hearing loss.

REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. Tools left on

machinery can become dangerous projectiles

upon startup. Never leave chuck keys, wrenches,

or any other tools on machine. Always verify

removal before starting!

USE CORRECT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Only use

this tool for its intended purpose—do not force

it or an attachment to do a job for which it was

not designed. Never make unapproved modifica-

tions—modifying tool or using it differently than

intended may result in malfunction or mechanical

failure that can lead to personal injury or death!

AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing

and balance at all times when operating machine.

Do not overreach! Avoid awkward hand positions

that make workpiece control difficult or increase

the risk of accidental injury.

CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keep children and

bystanders at a safe distance from the work area.

Stop using machine if they become a distraction.

GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers reduce

accidental contact with moving parts or flying

debris. Make sure they are properly installed,

undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE

operating machine.

FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine.

It will do the job safer and better at the rate for

which it was designed.

NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury

may occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting

tool is unintentionally contacted.

STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement dur-

ing operation greatly increases risk of injury or

loss of control. Before starting, verify machine is

stable and mobile base (if used) is locked.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult

this owner’s manual or the manufacturer for rec-

ommended accessories. Using improper acces-

sories will increase the risk of serious injury.

UNATTENDED OPERATION. To reduce the

risk of accidental injury, turn machine and OFF

ensure all moving parts completely stop before

walking away. Never leave machine running

while unattended.

MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Follow all maintenance

instructions and lubrication schedules to keep

machine in good working condition. A machine

that is improperly maintained could malfunction,

leading to serious personal injury or death.

DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect machine

for damaged, loose, or mis-adjusted parts—or

any condition that could affect safe operation.

Immediately repair/replace BEFORE operating

machine. For your own safety, DO NOT operate

machine with damaged parts!

MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnect-

ing cord-connected machines from power, grab

and pull the plug—NOT the cord. Pulling the cord

may damage the wires inside. Do not handle

cord/plug with wet hands. Avoid cord damage by

keeping it away from heated surfaces, high traffic

areas, harsh chemicals, and wet/damp locations.

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time

you experience difficulties performing the intend-

ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our

Technical Support at (570) 546-9663.

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Additional Safety for Bandsaws

BLADE CONDITION. Do not operate with dull,

cracked or badly worn blade. Dull blades require

more effort to perform the cut and increase the

risk of kickback. Inspect blades for cracks and

missing teeth before each use.

HAND PLACEMENT. Never position fingers or

hands in line with the blade. If the workpiece or

your hands slip, serious personal injury could

occur.

WORKPIECE MATERIAL. This machine is

intended for cutting natural and man-made wood

products, and laminate covered wood products.

This machine is NOT designed to cut metal, glass,

stone, tile, etc.

BLADE REPLACEMENT. To avoid mishaps that

could result in operator injury, make sure the blade

teeth face toward the and the blade is down table

properly tensioned and tracked before operating.

BLADE SPEED. Moving the workpiece against

a blade that is not at full speed could cause kick-

back. Always allow the blade to come to full speed

before starting the cut.

GUARDS. The blade guard protects the operator

from the moving bandsaw blade. ONLY operate

this bandsaw with the blade guard i .nstalled

CUTTING TECHNIQUES. Plan your operation

so the blade always cuts to the outside of the

workpiece. DO NOT back the workpiece away

from the blade while the saw is running, band

which could cause kickback and personal injuries.

If you need to back the work out, turn the piece

bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade to come to

a complete stop. DO NOT twist or put excessive

stress on the blade that could damage it.

LEAVING WORK AREA. Never leave a machine

running unattended. Allow the bandsaw to come

to a complete stop and use the padlock to disable

the machine before you leave it unattended.

FEED RATE. To avoid the risk of the workpiece

slipping and causing operator injury, always feed

stock evenly and smoothly. DO NOT force or twist

the blade while cutting, especially when sawing

small curves.

SMALL WORKPIECE HANDLING. Always sup-

port/feed the workpiece with push sticks, , vise, jig

or some type of clamping fixture. If your hands

slip during a cut while holding small workpieces

with your fingers, amputation or laceration injuries

could occur.

BLADE CONTROL. To avoid serious personal

injury, DO NOT attempt to stop or slow the blade

with your hand or the workpiece. Allow the blade

to stop on its own.

Like all machinery there is potential danger

when operating this machine. Accidents

are frequently caused by lack of familiarity

or failure to pay attention. Use this machine

with respect and caution to decrease the

risk of operator injury. If normal safety pre-

cautions are overlooked or ignored, seri-

ous personal injury may occur.

No list of safety guidelines can be com-

plete. Every shop environment is different.

Always consider safety first, as it applies

to your individual working conditions. Use

this and other machinery with caution and

respect. Failure to do so could result in

serious personal injury, damage to equip-

ment, or poor work results.

Model G0555/G0555P (Mfg. Since 5/11) -9-

SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY

Full-Load Current Rating

The full-load current rating is the amperage a

machine draws at 100% of the rated output power.

On machines with multiple motors, this is the

amperage drawn by the largest motor or sum of al

motors and electrical devices that might operate

at one time during normal operations.

Full-Load Current Rating at 110V ...... 11 Amps

Full-Load Current Rating at 220V .... 5.5 Amps

The full-load current is not the maximum amount

of amps that the machine will draw. If the machine

is overloaded, it will draw additional amps beyond

the full-load rating.

If the machine is overloaded for a sufficient length

of time, damage, overheating, or fire may result—

especially if connected to an undersized circuit.

To reduce the risk of these hazards, avoid over-

loading the machine during operation and make

sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that

meets the specified circuit requirements.

For your own safety and protection of

property, consult an electrician if you are

unsure about wiring practices or electrical

codes in your area.

A power supply circuit includes all electrical

equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel

in the building and the machine. The power sup-

ply circuit used for this machine must be sized to

safely handle the full-load current drawn from the

machine for an extended period of time. (If this

machine is connected to a circuit protected by

fuses, use a time delay fuse marked D.)

Circuit Information

Note: Circuit requirements in this manual apply to

a dedicated circuit—where only one machine will

be running on the circuit at a time. If machine will

be connected to a shared circuit where multiple

machines may be running at the same time, con-

sult an electrician or qualified service personnel to

ensure circuit is properly sized for safe operation.

Circuit Requirements for 220V

Nominal Voltage .............................. 220V/ 0V24

Cycle ..........................................................60 Hz

Phase ........................................... Single-Phase

Circuit Rating ...................................... 15 Amps

Plug/Receptacle ............................. NEMA 6-15

This machine can be converted to operate on a

220V power supply (refer to Voltage Conversion

instructions). This power supply must have a veri-

fied ground and meet the following requirements:

This machine is prewired to operate on a 110V

power supply circuit that has a verified ground and

meets the following requirements:

Circuit Requirements for 110V

Nominal Voltage ...............................110V/ 0V12

Cycle ..........................................................60 Hz

Phase ........................................... Single-Phase

Circuit Rating ...................................... 15 Amps

Plug/Receptacle ............................. NEMA 5-15

Availability

Before installing the machine, consider the avail-

ability and proximity of the required power supply

circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet the

requirements for this machine, a new circuit must

be installed. To minimize the risk of electrocution,

fire, or equipment damage, installation work and

electrical wiring must be done by an electrician or

qualified service personnel in accordance with all

applicable codes and standards.

Electrocution, fire, shock,

or equipment damage

may occur if machine is

not properly grounded

and connected to power

supply.

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Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The

wire with green insulation (with or without yellow

stripes) is the equipment-grounding wire. If repair

or replacement of the power cord or plug is nec-

essary, do not connect the equipment-grounding

wire to a live (current carrying) terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service per-

sonnel if you do not understand these grounding

requirements, or if you are in doubt about whether

the tool is properly grounded. If you ever notice

that a cord or plug is damaged or worn, discon-

nect it from power, and immediately replace it with

a new one.

Grounding Requirements

This machine MUST be grounded. In the event

of certain malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding

reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a

path of least resistance for electric current.

Figure 2. Typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.

Grounding Prong

Neutral Hot

5-15 PLUG

GROUNDED

5-15 RECEPTACLE

Figure 3. Typical 6-15 plug and receptacle.

Grounding Prong

Current Carrying Prongs

6-15 PLUG

GROUNDED

6-15 RECEPTACLE

Serious injury could occur if you connect

machine to power before completing setup

process. DO NOT connect to power until

instructed later in this manual.

For 110V operation: This machine is equipped

with a power cord that has an equipment-ground-

ing wire and a grounding plug (see following fig-

ure). The plug must only be inserted into a match-

ing receptacle (outlet) that is properly installed

and grounded in accordance with all local codes

and ordinances.

For 220V operation: The plug specified under

“

Circuit Requirements for 220V” on the previous

page has a grounding prong that must be attached

to the equipment-grounding wire on the included

power cord. The plug must only be inserted into

a matching receptacle (see following figure) that

is properly installed and grounded in accordance

with all local codes and ordinances.

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.

Model G0555/G0555P (Mfg. Since 5/11) -11-

Voltage Conversion

The voltage conversion MUST be performed by

a electrician or qualified service personnel. To

perform the voltage conversion, install the cor-

rect plug and rewire the motor to the new volt-

age, according to the provided wiring diagram on

Page 56.

Note: If the diagram included on the motor con-

flicts with the one in this manual, the motor may

have changed since the manual was printed. Use

the diagram provided inside the motor wiring junc-

tion box.

To convert the machine to 220V:

1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2. Replace the 5-15 plug on the power cord with

a 6-15 plug.

3. Re-wire the motor as illustrated in the wiring

diagram.

Extension Cords

We do not recommend using an extension cord

with this machine.

If you must use an extension

cord, only use it if absolutely necessary and only

on a temporary basis.

Extension cords cause voltage drop, which can

damage electrical components and shorten motor

life. Voltage drop increases as the extension cord

size gets longer and the gauge size gets smaller

(higher gauge numbers indicate smaller sizes).

Any extension cord used with this machine must

be in good condition and contain a ground wire

and matching plug/receptacle. Additionally, it must

meet the following size requirements:

Minimum Gauge Size ...........................14 AWG

Maximum Length (Shorter is Better) 50 ft........

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This machine presents

serious injury hazards

to untrained users. Read

through this entire manu-

al to become familiar with

the controls and opera-

tions before starting the

machine!

SECTION 3: SETUP

The following are needed to complete the setup

process, but are not included with your machine.

Description Qty

• Safety Glasses ............................................1

• Cleaner/Degreaser ......................As Needed

• Disposable Shop Rags ................As Needed

• Additional People for Lifting ......... At Least 1

• Level ............................................................1

• Hex Wrench 5mm ........................................1

• Wrench or Socket 10mm .............................2

• Wrench or Socket 13mm .............................2

• Dust Collection System ...............................1

• Dust Hose 4" ...............................................1

• Hose Clamps 4" ..........................................2

Needed for Setup

Wear safety glasses dur-

ing the entire setup pro-

cess!

This machine and its com-

ponents are very heavy.

Get lifting help or use

power lifting equipment

such as a forklift to move

heavy items. Your machine was carefully packaged for safe

transportation. Remove the packaging materials

from around your machine and inspect it. If you

discover the machine is damaged, please imme-

diately call us at (570) 546-9663 for advice.

Save the containers and all packing materials for

possible inspection by the carrier or its agent.

Otherwise, filing a freight claim can be difficult.

When you are completely satisfied with the condi-

tion of your shipment, inventory the contents.

Unpacking

SUFFOCATION HAZARD!

Keep children and pets away

from plastic bags or packing

materials shipped with this

machine. Discard immediately.

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5mm

Hardware Recognition Chart

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Inventory

The following is a list of items shipped with your

machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items

out and inventory them.

If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a

nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them; or

for the sake of expediency, replacements can be

obtained at your local hardware store.

NOTICE

If you can find an item on this list, care-not

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.

Shipping Inventory: (Figures 4–6) Qty

A. Bandsaw Assembly .....................................1

B. Upper Stand Braces ....................................2

C. Stand Top ....................................................1

D. Miter Gauge Assembly ................................1

E. Stand Sides .................................................2

F. Table w/Insert & Table Pin ..........................1

G. Table Trunnion .............................................1

H. Table Lock Knobs 3⁄ .............................28"-16

I. Lower Stand Braces ....................................2

J. Front Fence Rail ..........................................1

K. Rear Fence Rail ..........................................1

L. Fence Assembly ..........................................1

M. Hardware (Not Shown):

— Hex Bolts M6-1 x 16 (Stand) ................. 16

— Flat Washers 6mm (Stand) ................... 16

— Flange Nuts M6-1 (Stand) .................... 16

— Stand Feet 3⁄ "-16 x 2" (Stand) ................ 48

— Hex Nuts 3⁄ "-16 (Stand Feet) .................. 88

— Flat Washers 3⁄ " (Stand Feet) ................ 88

— Carriage Bolts M8-1.25 x 16 (Stand) ...... 8

— Flange Nuts M8-1.25 (Stand) .................. 8

— Hex Bolts M8-1.25 x 35 (Bandsaw) ........ 4

— Flat Washers 8mm (Bandsaw) ............... 8

— Lock Washers 8mm (Bandsaw) .............. 4

— Hex Nuts M8-1.25 (Bandsaw) ................. 4

— Hex Bolts M8-1.25 x 30 (Trunnion) ......... 2

— Lock Washers 8mm (Trunnion) ............... 2

— Hex Bolt M8-1.25 x 80 (Positive Stop) .... 1

— Hex Nut M8-1.25 (Positive Stop) ............. 1

— Fence Stand-Off M6-1 x 20 (Fence) ....... 1

— Lock Handle M8-1.25 x 20 (Fence) ......... 1

—Cap Screws M6-1 x 16 Black (Fence) .... 2

— Hex Bolts M6-1 x 20 Black (Fence) ........ 2

— Lock Washers 6mm Black (Fence) ......... 2

— Flat Washers 6mm Black (Fence) .......... 2

—Hex Nut M8-1.25 Black (Fence) .............. 1

— Hex Nut M6-1 Black (Fence)................... 1

Figure 4. Bandsaw assembly.

Figure 5. Other components.

Figure 6. Fence components.

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The unpainted surfaces of your machine are

coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that

prevents corrosion during shipment and storage.

This rust preventative works extremely well, but it

will take a little time to clean.

Be patient and do a thorough job cleaning your

machine. The time you spend doing this now will

give you a better appreciation for the proper care

of your machine's unpainted surfaces.

There are many ways to remove this rust preven-

tative, but the following steps work well in a wide

variety of situations. Always follow the manufac-

turer’s instructions with any cleaning product you

use and make sure you work in a well-ventilated

area to minimize exposure to toxic fumes.

Before cleaning, gather the following:

• Disposable rags

• Cleaner/degreaser (WD•40 works well)

• Safety glasses & disposable gloves

• Plastic paint scraper (optional)

Basic steps for removing rust preventative:

Put on safety glasses.

Coat the rust preventative with a liberal

amount of cleaner/degreaser, then let it soak

for 5–10 minutes.

Wipe off the surfaces. If your cleaner/degreas-

er is effective, the rust preventative will wipe

off easily. If you have a plastic paint scraper,

scrape off as much as you can first, then wipe

off the rest with the rag.

Repeat as necessary until clean, Steps 2–3

then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality

metal protectant to prevent rust.

Gasoline and petroleum

products have low flash

points and can explode

or cause fire if used to

clean machinery. Avoi d

using these pro ducts

to c lean machiner y.

Many cleaning solvents

are toxic if inhaled. Only

work in a well-ventilated

area.

NOTICE

Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as

acetone or brake parts cleaner, that may

damage painted surfaces.

Cleanup

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Site Considerations

Figure 7. Minimum working clearances.

Dust Hose

301⁄ "4

28"

Weight Load

Refer to the

Machine Data Sheet for the weight

of your machine. Make sure that the surface upon

which the machine is placed will bear the weight

of the machine, additional equipment that may be

nstalled on the machine, and the heaviest work-

piece that will be used. Additionally, consider the

weight of the operator and any dynamic loading

hat may occur when operating the machine.

Space Allocation

Consider the largest size of workpiece that will

be processed through this machine and provide

enough space around the machine for adequate

operator material handling or the installation of

auxiliary equipment. With permanent installations,

eave enough space around the machine to open

or remove doors/covers as required by the main-

enance and service described in this manual.

See below for required space allocation.

Physical Environment

The physical environment where the machine

operated is important for safe operation and lo

gevity of machine components. For best resul

operate this machine in a dry environment that

free from excessive moisture, hazardous chem

cals, airborne abrasives, or extreme condition

Extreme conditions for this type of machinery a

generally those where the ambient temperatu

range exceeds 41°–104°F; the relative humid

range exceeds 20%–95% (non-condensing);

the environment is subject to vibration, shock

or bumps.

Electrical Installation

Place this machine near an existing power sourc

Make sure all power cords are protected from

traffic, material handling, moisture, chemicals,

other hazards. Make sure to leave enough spac

around machine to disconnect power supply

apply a lockout/tagout device, if required.

Lighting

Lighting around the machine must be adequa

enough that operations can be performed safe

Shadows, glare, or strobe effects that may distra

or impede the operator must be eliminated.

Children or untrained people

may be seriously injured by

this machine. Only install in an

access restricted location.

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Assembly

Some metal parts may have

sharp edges that can cause

minor injury. Please exam-

ine the edges of all metal

parts BEFORE handling

them and be careful WHILE

handling them.

To assemble the bandsaw:

1. Lay one stand side flat on a protective sur-

face, then attach the upper and lower stand

braces, as shown in , with (8) M6-1 Figure 8

x 16 hex bolts, (8) 6mm flat washers, and (8)

M6-1 flange nuts.

Note: Only hand-tighten the stand fasteners

for now during these initial steps. Once the

stand is fully assembled you will be instructed

to fully tighten all fasteners.

Figure 8. Upper and lower stand braces

attached to the stand side.

Upper

Stand Brace

Stand Side

Lower

Stand Brace

x 8

2. Attach the remaining stand side to the assem-

bly, as shown in , with (8) M6-1 x 16 Figure 9

hex bolts, (8) 6mm flat washers, and (8) M6-1

flange nuts.

Figure 9. Second stand side attached.

3. Install the foot assemblies into the holes in

the bottom of the stand assembly, using (2)

3⁄ "-16 hex nuts and (2) 10mm flat washers, 8

as shown in .Figure 10

Note: Adjust the feet so that they are approxi-

mately the same height—this will make level-

ing the stand easier in a later step.

Figure 10. Stand foot installed (1 of 4).

x 4

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4. Turn the stand assembly upright and attach

the top, as shown in , with (8) Figure 11

M8-1.25 x 16 carriage bolts and (8) M8-1.25

flange nuts.

Figure 11. Stand top attached.

x 8

5. Square up the stand components and fully

tighten all the fasteners.

6. Place the level on top of the stand assembly,

as shown in , then adjust the feet Figure 12

up or down to make the stand top level from

side to side and front to back. Make sure that

both hex nuts on the feet are tight against the

stand assembly.

Figure 12. Leveling the stand.

7. With the help of other people, lift the bandsaw

assembly onto the stand and align the mount-

ing holes.

8. Secure the bandsaw assembly to the stand

with (4) M8-1.25 x 35 hex bolts, (8) 8mm

flat washers, (4) 8mm lock washers, and (4)

M8-1.25 hex nuts, as shown in .Figure 13

Figure 13. Bandsaw assembly attached to the

stand.

x 4

9. Position the table trunnion on the bandsaw,

as shown in Figure 14, then secure it with the

(2) M8-1.25 x 30 hex bolts and (2) 8mm lock

washers.

Figure 14. Trunnion installed.

x 2 Trunnion

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12. Line up the blade with the table slot and move

the table around the blade until the blade is in

the center of the table, then turn the table 90˚

counterclockwise and rest it on the trunnions

so that the bolts protrude from the bottom of

the trunnions.

13. Secure the table by threading the (2) 3⁄ "-16 8

table lock knobs onto the bolts, as shown in

Figure 17.

Figure 17. Securing table to the trunnion.

14. Replace the table insert and pin removed in

Step 11. Make sure the table insert sits flush

with the table surface.

10. Thread the remaining M8-1.25 hex nut onto

the M8-1.25 x 80 positive stop hex bolt,

then thread the bolt into the trunnion so that

approximately 2" protrudes above the trun-

nion (see ). This will allow the table Figure 15

to rest approximately level when it is installed

during the following steps.

Figure 15. Positive stop installed.

11. Remove the aluminum table insert from

the center of the table and remove the

table pin from the end of the table slot (see

Figure 16).

Figure 16. Table insert and pin.

Insert

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15. Attach the front fence rail to the table with

the (2) M6-1 x 20 hex bolts, (2) 6mm lock

washers, and (2) 6mm flat washers (see

Figure 18).

Note: There is a small amount of vertical play

in the rail holes. Make sure to position the

rail evenly along its length before tightening

the hex bolts. This will allow the fence to ride

across the table with the proper amount of

clearance.

Figure 18. Attaching the front fence rail.

Use This Set

of Threaded Holes

16. Attach the rear fence rail to the table with

the (2) black M6-1 x 16 cap screws (see

Figure 19).

Figure 19. Attaching the rear fence rail.

17. Thread (1) M8-1.25 hex nut onto the fence

lock handle, then thread the handle into the

fence and secure it in place by tightening the

hex nut against the fence.

18. Move the fence lock handle up, position

the fence face between the column and the

blade, as shown in , then place it Figure 20

onto the front fence rail.

Figure 20. Placing the fence onto the rails.

19. Thread the M6-1 hex nut onto the fence

stand-off, then thread it into the rear under-

side of the fence (see ) so that Figure 21

the fence rests the same height above the

table along its full length. Tighten the hex nut

against the fence to secure the setting.

Figure 21. Fence stand-off installed.

Stand-Off

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Blade Center

Tracking

Blade tracking is affected by the tilt of the upper

wheel (known as center tracking) and the align-

ment of both wheels (known as coplanar track-

ing).

The wheels on this bandsaw were aligned at the

factory, so center tracking is the only adjustment

that needs to be performed when the saw is new

(refer to the on Wheel Alignment Page 49 for

detailed instructions on coplanar tracking).

Note: Changes in the blade tension may change

the blade tracking. For best performance, regularly

check and maintain the proper blade tracking.

To center track the blade:

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Adjust the upper and lower blade guides

away from the blade (refer to Adjusting

Blade Guide Bearings later in this manual

for detailed instructions).

Note: When adjusting the blade tracking, the

blade must have a reasonable amount of ten-

sion to simulate operating conditions. After

the Test Run is successfully completed, you

will perform a thorough version of the follow-

ing steps to correctly tension the blade.

3. Move the quick release lever up to the verti-

cal position (see the following figure), then

use the blade tension adjustment knob to

bring the red marker to the correct mark on

the tension scale for the blade installed.

4. To tension the blade, pull the tension quick

release lever down to the horizontal position.

5. Open the upper wheel cover, then spin the

upper wheel by hand at least three times and

watch how the blade rides on the crown of

the wheel. Refer to the figure below for an

illustration of this concept.

— If the blade rides the center on of

the crown, then the bandsaw is already

tracked properly and no additional adjust-

ments are needed. Skip to . Step 9

— If the blade does not ride the center on

of the crown, then continue with the next

step.

Blade Centered

on Peak of Crown

Blade

Centered

Wheel

Figure 23. Profiles of blade properly center

tracking.

Figure 22. Blade tension and center tracking

controls.

Quick Release

Lever

Tension

Scale

Tension

Adjustment

Knob

Tracking

Adjustment

Knob

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Figure 24. 4" dust hose attached to dust port.

Dust Collection

DO NOT operate this bandsaw without an ade-

quate dust collection system. This bandsaw

creates substantial amounts of wood dust

while operating. Failure to use a dust collec-

tion system can result in short and long-term

respiratory illness.

Recommended CFM at Dust Port: 400 CFM

Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with

the rating of the dust collector. To determine the

CFM at the dust port, you must consider these

variables: (1) CFM rating of the dust collector,

(2) hose type and length between the dust col-

lector and the machine, (3) number of branches

or wyes, and (4) amount of other open lines

throughout the system. Explaining how to cal-

culate these variables is beyond the scope of

this manual. Consult an expert or purchase a

good dust collection "how-to" book.

6. Unlock the blade tracking adjustment knob

so the knob will rotate for adjustments in the

next steps.

Note: The blade tracking adjustment knob

controls the tilt of the upper wheel which,

in turn, controls the center tracking of the

blade.

7. Spin the upper wheel with one hand and use

the blade tracking adjustment knob with the

other hand to make the blade ride in the cen-

ter of the bandsaw wheel tire.

8. After the blade consistently rides in the center

of the wheel after several rotations, lock the

blade tracking adjustment knob to secure the

setting.

9. Close the upper wheel cover.

Note: For the best performance from your saw,

regularly maintain the proper tracking of the

blade.

To connect a dust collection hose:

1. Fit the dust hose over the dust port, as shown

in the figure below, and secure in place with a

hose clamp.

2. Tug the hose to make sure it does not come

off.

Note: A tight fit is necessary for proper per-

formance.

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Power Connection

After you have completed all previous setup

instructions and circuit requirements, the machine

is ready to be connected to the power supply.

To avoid unexpected startups or property dam-

age, use the following steps whenever connecting

or disconnecting the machine.

Connecting Power

Figure 25. Connecting power.

1. OFF Turn the machine power switch .

Insert the power cord plug into a matching

power supply receptacle. The machine is

now connected to the power source.

Disconnecting Power

Figure 26. Disconnecting power.

1. OFF Turn the machine power switch .

Grasp the molded plug and pull it completely

out of the receptacle. Do not pull by the cord

as this may damage the wires inside.

Test Run

Once the assembly is complete, test run your

machine to make sure it runs properly and is

ready for regular operation.

The test run consists of verifying the following:

1) The motor powers up and runs correctly, and

2) the safety disabling mechanism on the switch

works correctly.

If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate

the source of an unusual noise or vibration, stop

using the machine immediately, then review

Troubleshooting Page 45 on .

If you still cannot remedy a problem, contact our

Tech Support at (570) 546-9663 for assistance.

To test run the machine:

1. Make sure you have read the safety instruc-

tions at the beginning of the manual and that

the machine is set up properly.

2. Make sure all tools and objects used during

setup are cleared away from the machine.

3. Verify that the machine is operating correctly

by turning it .ON

— When operating correctly, the machine

runs smoothly with little or no vibration or

rubbing noises.

— Investigate and correct strange or unusual

noises or vibrations before operating the

machine further. Always disconnect the

machine from power when investigating or

correcting potential problems.

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4. Turn the machine .OFF

5. Insert a switch disabling padlock (sold sepa-

rately) through the green ON button, as

shown in .Figure 27

6. Press the green ON button to test the dis-

abling feature on the switch.

—If the machine does not start, the switch

disabling feature is working as designed.

—If the machine starts, immediately stop it.

The switch disabling feature is not working

correctly. This safety feature must work

properly before proceeding with regular

operations. Call Tech Support for help.

Figure 27. Switch disabling padlock inserted into

ON button.

Shaft

Padlock

Tensioning Blade

A properly tensioned blade is essential for making

accurate cuts, extending the life of the blade, and

making many other bandsaw adjustments.

Note: Before you performed the Test Run, you

tensioned the blade according to the blade ten-

sion scale, which is only an approximate tension.

The following procedure fine tunes the blade ten-

sion to ensure more accurate cutting results.

To tension the bandsaw blade:

1. Make sure the blade is properly center track-

ing as instructed in the sub-Blade Tracking

section previous to the .Test Run

2. To tension the blade, pull the tension quick

release lever down to the horizontal position.

3. Turn the bandsaw .ON

4. Slowly rotate the blade tension adjustment

knob counterclockwise one quarter of a turn

at a time—this will release blade tension.

When you see the blade start to flutter, stop

decreasing tension.

Now, slowly rotate the knob clockwise to

increase the tension until the blade stops flut-

tering, then tighten the blade tension adjust-

ment knob one more quarter of a turn.

Figure 28. Blade tension controls.

Tension

Scale

Tension

Adjustment

Knob

Quick Release

Lever

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5. Look at what the tension gauge reads and

use that as a guide for tensioning that blade

in the future.

Note: Do not rely on this setting for long

periods of time because the blade will stretch

with use.

Additionally, with extended use, the blade

tensioning system may need to be reset for

correct operation. Refer to the Resetting

Blade Tensioner in the Service section on

this manual.

Adjusting Blade

Support Bearings

The support bearings are positioned behind the

blade to prevent it from deflecting backward dur-

ing cutting operations. Proper adjustment of the

support bearings is an important part of making

accurate cuts and keeps the blade teeth from

coming in contact with the blade guides while

cutting.

There are support bearings on the upper and

lower blade guide assemblies. Both adjust in the

same manner.

Whenever changing a blade or adjusting

tension and tracking, the upper and lower

support bearings and blade guides must be

re-adjusted before cutting operations.

Tool Needed Qty

Wrench 10mm ....................................................1

To adjust the support bearings:

1. Make sure the blade is tracking properly and

is correctly tensioned.

2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Familiarize yourself with the support bearing

controls shown in the figure below.

Knurled

Knob

Assembly Lock Bolt

Support

Bearing

Figure 29. Support bearing controls.

Thumbscrew

4. Loosen the guide assembly lock bolt so that

the support bearing can be rotated perpen-

dicular to the blade in the next step.

5. Rotate the blade guide assembly until the

face of the support bearing is perpendicu-

lar to the blade, as illustrated in the figure

below.

Bandsaw

Blade

Support

Bearing

Figure 30. The face of the support bearing must

be perpendicular (90°) to the blade.

When using a 3⁄4" blade, the blade tensioning

system may need to be reset for correct

operation. Refer to Blade Tensioner on Page

53 for detailed instructions.

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6. Tighten the guide assembly lock bolt to

secure the setting.

7. Loosen the thumbscrew on the support bear-

ing adjustment shaft.

8. Use the knurled knob to position the support

bearing approximately 0.016" behind the

blade, as illustrated in the figure below.

Tip: To quickly gauge this setting, fold a crisp

dollar bill in half twice (when folded tightly,

four thicknesses of a dollar bill is approxi-

mately 0.016"). Place the folded dollar bill

between the support bearing and the blade,

as shown in the figure below.

9. Tighten the thumbscrew to lock the support

bearing in place.

.016''

Figure 31. The face of the support blade must

be approximately 0.016" behind the blade.

Figure 32. Dollar bill folded twice to make a

quick 0.016" gauge.

Adjusting Blade

Guide Bearings

Properly adjusting the blade guides provides side-

to-side support to help keep the blade straight

while cutting, which is essential to making accu-

rate cuts.

Tool Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 4mm ...............................................2

To adjust the upper and lower blade guides:

1. Make sure that the blade is tracking properly

and is correctly tensioned.

2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Familiarize yourself with the blade guide con-

trols shown in the figure below.

Figure 33. Blade guide bearing controls.

Thumbscrew

Knurled

Knob

Guide Bearing

Adjustment

Cap Screws

Locking

Cap Screw

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4. Loosen the thumbscrew shown in the figure

above, then use the knurled knob to adjust

the guide bearings laterally so that the bear-

ing faces are just behind the blade gullet, as

illustrated in the following figure.

Figure 34. The blade guide bearings should be

positioned just behind the blade gullets.

Note: With wider blades, it may not be pos-

sible to bring the guide bearings just behind

the blade gullets. In that case, position them

as far forward as possible without allowing

the guide bearing housing to touch the back

of the blade.

6. Loosen both cap screws behind the guide

bearings, then rotate the adjustment cap

screws so the bearings evenly and lightly

touch the sides of the blade (see the illustra-

tion in the following figure).

Note: When the blade guide bearings are

properly adjusted against the blade, they

should still be able to rotate.

To reduce the risk of damage to the blade or

guide bearings, make sure that the bearings

do not contact the blade teeth when the

blade is deflected backward.

Figure 35. Blade guide bearings evenly and

lightly touching the sides of the blade.

Whenever changing a blade or adjusting the

blade tension or tracking, the support and

guide bearings must be re-adjusted before

resuming operation.

7. While keeping the adjustment cap screws

from turning with one hex wrench, re-tighten

the locking cap screws to secure the set-

tings.

5. When you are satisfied with the lateral adjust-

ment of the guide bearings, re-tighten the

thumbscrew to secure the setting.

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Table Tilt Calibration

When properly adjusted, the positive stop bolt

enables the table to be quickly returned perpen-

dicular with the blade.

To tilt the table to the left, the positive stop bolt

must be lowered from its correct height, then re-

adjusted after the table is returned to 0°.

Tools Needed Qty

Wrench 13mm ....................................................1

Phillips Screwdriver #2 .......................................1

Machinist's Square .............................................1

To set the positive stop 90˚ to the blade:

1. Make sure the blade is correctly tensioned as

described in the subsec-Tensioning Blade

tion earlier in this manual.

2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Loosen the two table lock knobs that secure

the table to the trunnions.

4. Loosen the hex nut that locks the positive

stop bolt in place.

5. Completely raise the upper blade guide

assembly, then place the machinist's square

flat on the table and against the side of the

blade, as illustrated in the figure below.

Positive

Stop

Table

Square

Figure 37. Using a square to adjust the table

perpendicular to the side of the blade.

6. Raise or lower the positive stop bolt until the

table is perpendicular to the side of the blade,

then re-tighten the hex nut against the cast-

ing to secure the setting.

7. Rest the table on the positive stop bolt, then

re-tighten the table lock knobs to secure the

table perpendicular to the side of the blade.

8. Observe the position of the table tilt pointer

on the tilt scale located underneath the front

of the table (see the figure below).

9. If the pointer is not correctly positioned at the

0° mark, then loosen the pointer screw, posi-

tion the pointer at the 0° mark, and re-tighten

the screw to hold it in place.

Figure 36. Positive stop bolt set at 90° (viewed

from behind the table).

Positive

Stop Bolt

Figure 38. Location of the table tilt scale.

Tilt Scale

Pointer

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Aligning Table

To ensure cutting accuracy when the table is first

installed, the table should be aligned so the miter

slot is parallel to the bandsaw blade.

Tools Needed Qty

Straightedge 2' ...................................................1

Fine Ruler ...........................................................1

Masking Tape .....................................As Needed

Wrench 10mm ....................................................1

To align the table to the blade:

1. Make sure the blade is correctly tensioned as

described in the subsec-Tensioning Blade

tion earlier in this manual.

2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Make sure the table is perpendicular to the

side of the blade and locked in place.

4. Place an accurate straightedge along the

blade. The straightedge should lightly touch

both the front and back of the blade (see

Figure 39).

Note: Make sure the straightedge does not

go across a tooth. 7. Shift the table so that the distances are equal

between the straightedge and miter slot along

the full depth of the table.

8. Taking care not to move the table further, re-

tighten the flange bolts.

9. Verify the setting and, if necessary, repeat

this procedure until you are satisfied with the

adjustment.

5. Use the fine ruler to measure the distance

from the straightedge and the miter slot along

the full depth of the table.

— If the distances are the same, no further

adjustments are required.

— If the distances are different, continue with

Step 6.

6. Loosen the six flange bolts that secure the

table to the trunnion brackets (see the figure

below).

Figure 39. Measuring for table-to-blade

parallelism.

Figure 40. Location of trunnion bracket flange

bolts.

Flange Bolts

(3 of 6)

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Aligning Fence

To ensure accurate cutting when using the fence,

the face of the fence must be parallel to the table

miter slot and, thus, to the side of the blade.

Tools Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 5mm ...............................................1

To align the fence parallel with the miter slot:

1. Make sure the miter slot is parallel with the

blade, as instructed in the previous Aligning

Table procedure.

2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Install the fence on the right side of the blade,

even with the edge of the miter slot, then lock

it in place.

— If the fence is parallel with the miter slot, no

adjustment is necessary.

— If the fence is not parallel with the miter

slot, proceed to .Step 4

4. Loosen the four fence adjustment cap screws

shown in the figure below, adjust the fence

parallel to the miter slot, then re-tighten the

cap screws to secure the setting.

Figure 41. Location of the fence adjustment cap

screws.

Cap Screws

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SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

Operation Overview

The purpose of this overview is to provide the nov-

ice machine operator with a basic understanding

of how the machine is used during operation, so

the

machine controls/components

discussed later

in this manual

are easier to understand.

Due to the generic nature of this overview, it is

not intended to be an instructional guide. To learn

more about specific operations, read this entire

manual,

seek additional

training from experienced

machine operators

, and do additional research

outside of this manual by reading "how-to" books,

trade magazines, or websites.

To complete a typical operation, the operator

does the following:

1. Examines the workpiece to make sure it is

suitable for cutting.

2. Adjusts the fence for the width of the cut and

then locks it in place.

3. Adjusts the table tilt, if necessary, to the cor-

rect angle of the desired cut.

4. Loosens the guide post lock knob, adjusts

the upper blade guide height to just clear the

workpiece, then re- tightens the guide post

lock knob.

5. Checks to make sure the workpiece can safe-

ly pass all the way through the blade without

interference from other objects.

6. Puts on safety glasses and a respirator.

7. Starts the dust collector and bandsaw.

8. Holds the workpiece firmly and flatly against

both the table and fence, and then pushes

the workpiece into the blade at a steady and

controlled rate until the workpiece moves

completely beyond the blade.

The operator is very careful to keep fingers

away from the blade and uses a push stick to

feed narrow workpieces.

9. Stops the bandsaw.

Damage to your eyes and lungs could result

from using this machine without proper pro-

tective gear. Always wear safety glasses and

a respirator when operating this machine.

To reduce the risk of

serious injury when using

this machine, read and

understand this entire

manual before operating.

NOTICE

If you have never used this type of machine

or equipment before, 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.

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Disabling & Locking

Switch

Figure 42. Switch disabled by a padlock (sold

separately).

The ON/OFF switch can be disabled and locked

by inserting a padlock through the ON button,

as shown. Locking the switch in this manner can

prevent unauthorized operation of the machine,

which is especially important if the machine is not

stored inside an access-restricted building.

IMPORTANT:

Locking the switch with a padlock

only restricts its function. It is not a substitute

for disconnecting power from the machine when

adjusting or servicing.

Shaft

Padlock

Workpiece

Inspection

Some workpieces are not safe to cut or may

require modification before they are safe to cut.

Before cutting, inspect all workpieces for the

following:

• This machine is intended for Material Type:

cutting natural and man-made wood prod-

ucts, laminate covered wood products, and

some plastics. Cutting drywall or cementi-

tious backer board creates extremely fine

dust and may reduce the life of the bearings.

This machine is NOT designed to cut metal,

glass, stone, tile, etc.; cutting these materials

with a table saw may lead to injury.

• Nails, staples, dirt, rocks Foreign Objects:

and other foreign objects are often embed-

ded in wood. While cutting, these objects

can become dislodged and hit the operator,

cause kickback, or break the blade, which

might then fly apart. Always visually inspect

your workpiece for these items. If they can't

be removed, DO NOT cut the workpiece.

• Large/Loose Knots: Loose knots can

become dislodged during the cutting opera-

tion. Large knots can cause kickback and

machine damage. Choose workpieces that

do not have large/loose knots or plan ahead

to avoid cutting through them.

• Wet or "Green" Stock: Cutting wood with a

moisture content over 20% causes unneces-

sary wear on the blades, increases the risk of

kickback, and yields poor results.

• Workpieces with exces-Excessive Warping:

sive cupping, bowing, or twisting are danger-

ous to cut because they are unstable and

often unpredictable when being cut. DO NOT

use workpieces with these characteristics!

• Workpieces with slight cup-Minor Warping:

ping can be safely supported if the cupped

side is facing the table or the fence. On

the contrary, a workpiece supported on the

bowed side will rock during a cut and could

cause kickback or severe injury.

0.12"–0.15"

NOTICE

The padlock shaft diameter is important to

the disabling function of the switch. With

any padlock used to lock the switch, test

the switch after installation to ensure that it

is properly disabled.

Children or untrained people can be

seriously injured this machine. This by

risk increases with unsupervised operation.

To help prevent unsupervised operation,

disable and lock the switch before leaving

machine unattended! Place key in a well-

hidden or secure location.

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Table Tilt

The table can be tilted when making angle or

bevel cuts.

Note: When tilting the table to the left, the positive

stop bolt must be lowered. Be sure to re-adjust it

when returning the table to be perpendicular with

the blade.

To tilt the table:

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Loosen both table lock knobs underneath the

table.

3. Use the table tilt scale underneath the front of

the table or a protractor against the table and

blade to tilt the table to the desired degree,

then re-tighten the lock knobs.

Guide Post

The guide post, shown in the figure below, con-

nects the upper blade guide assembly and blade

guard to the bandsaw.

The guidepost allows these components to be

positioned above the workpiece at a distance that

provides the greatest support to the blade and

minimizes operator exposure to the blade. We

recommend positioning the blade guides so that

they just clear the workpiece.

To adjust the height of the guide post:

1. Make sure that the blade tension, blade

tracking, support bearings, and blade guide

bearings are adjusted correctly.

2. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

3. Loosen the guide post lock knob, then adjust

the height of the guide post so that the blade

guide assembly just clears the workpiece.

4. Re-tighten the lock knob to secure the set-

ting.

Figure 43. Guide post and lock knob.

Guide

Post

Guide Post

Lock Knob

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Blade Speed

The Model G0555/G0555P offers blade speeds

of 1500 and 3200 FPM. For general woodwork-

ing and most cutting operations, we recommend

using the 3200 FPM speed. Keep in mind, the

results from different speeds are related to the

type of workpiece, the blade being used for the

operation, and the feed rate.

Use the chart below as a general guide to

blade speed:

Type of Cutting Operation Blade Speed

(FPM)

Most Species of Wood 3200

Super Dense Hardwood 1500

Fast/Average Feed Rate 3200

Requires Slow Feed Rate 1500

Rough Edges Acceptable 3200

Requires Smooth Edges 1500

Quick, Production Cuts 3200

Detailed, Intricate Cuts 1500

Speed changes are made by re-positioning the

ribbed V-belt on the pulleys.

Tools Needed Qty

Hex Wrench 6mm ...............................................1

To change the blade speed:

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Open the lower wheel cover and loosen

the motor mount adjustment and hinge cap

screws shown in .Figure 44

3. Move the motor so that the adjustment cap

screw slides to the right of the slot. This will

release the tension on the ribbed V-belt.

4. Position the V-belt belt on the pulleys as illus-

trated in for the desired speed.Figure 45

Note: Make sure the ribs of the V-belt are

well seated in the pulley grooves.

1500

FPM

Motor Pulley

Wheel Pulley

3200

FPM

Figure 45. Drive belt position for the different

speeds.

5. Move the motor so that the adjustment cap

screw slides to the left of the slot.

6. Apply enough pressure on the motor so that

there is approximately 1⁄ " deflection of the 4

V-belt with moderate pressure from your fin-

ger between the pulleys, then re-tighten the

adjustment and hinge cap screws.

7. Close the lower wheel cover before re-con-

necting the bandsaw to power.

Figure 44. Locations of the motor adjustment

and hinge cap screws.

Adjustment

Cap Screw

Hinge

Cap Screw

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Blade Information

Selecting the right blade requires a knowledge

of the various blade characteristics to match the

blade with the particular cutting operation.

Blade Length

Measured by the circumference, blade lengths

are usually unique to the brand of your bandsaw

and the distance between wheels. Refer to the

Accessories section later in this manual for blade

replacements from Grizzly.

Blade Width

Measured from the back of the blade to the tip of

the blade tooth (the widest point), blade width is

often the first consideration given to blade selec-

tion. Blade width dictates the largest and smallest

curve that can be cut, as well as how accurately it

can cut a straight line.

Always pick the size of blade that best suits your

application.

• Use the chart in the figure Curve Cutting:

below to determine the correct blade for

curve cutting. Determine the smallest radius

curve that will be cut on your workpiece and

use the corresponding blade width.

Blade Width

Cutting Radius

Figure 46. Recommended cutting radius per

blade width.

Blade Dimensions

Length Range ................................... 92

1⁄ "–93 21⁄ "2

Width Range ..............................................1⁄ "– 83⁄ "4

• Use the largest width blade Straight Cutting:

that you own. Large blades excel at cutting

straight lines and are less prone to wander.

Tooth Style

The figure below illustrates the three main blade

tooth styles:

• Raker: Considered to be the standard

because the tooth size and shape are the

same as the tooth gullet. The teeth on raker

blades usually are very numerous, have no

angle, and produce cuts by scraping the

material. As a result, smooth cuts can be

achieved without cutting fast or generating

more heat than other tooth types.

• : Similar to a raker blade that is missing Skip

every other tooth. Because of the design,

skip toothed blades have a much larger gullet

than raker blades, and therefore, cut faster

and generate less heat. However, these

blades also leave a rougher cut than raker

blades.

• : The teeth have a positive angle (down-Hook

ward) which makes them dig into the material,

and the gullets are usually rounded for easier

waste removal. These blades are excellent

for the tough demands of resawing and rip-

ping thick material.

Raker Skip Hook

Figure 47. Main blade tooth styles.

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Tooth Pitch

Measured as TPI (teeth per inch), tooth pitch

determines the of teeth. More teeth per number

inch (fine pitch) will cut slower, but smoother; while

fewer teeth per inch (coarse pitch) will cut rougher,

but faster. As a general rule, choose blades that

will have at least three teeth in the material at all

times. Use fine-pitched blades on harder woods

and coarse-pitched blades on softer woods.

Blade Care

A bandsaw blade is a thin piece of steel that is

subjected to tremendous stresses when cutting.

You can obtain longer use from a bandsaw blade

if you give it fair treatment and always use the

appropriate feed rate for your operation. Be sure

to select blades with the proper width, style, and

pitch for each application. The wrong choice of

blades will often produce unnecessary heat which

will shorten the life of your blade.

A clean blade will perform much better than a dirty

blade. Dirty or gummed up blades pass through

the cutting material with much more resistance

than clean blades. This extra resistance also

causes unnecessary heat. Resin/pitch cleaners

are excellent for cleaning dirty blades.

Blade Breakage

Many conditions may cause a bandsaw blade to

break. Blade breakage is unavoidable, in some

cases, since it is the natural result of the peculiar

stresses that bandsaw blades are subjected to.

Blade breakage is also due to avoidable circum-

stances. Avoidable breakage is most often the

result of poor care or judgement on the part of the

operator when mounting or adjusting the blade or

blade guides.

The most common causes of blade breakage

are:

• Faulty alignment/adjustment of the guides.

• Forcing/twisting a wide blade around a short

radius.

• Feeding the workpiece too fast.

• Dull teeth or damaged tooth set.

• Over-tensioned blade.

• Upper blade guide assembly set too high

above the workpiece.

• Using a blade with a lumpy or improperly fin-

ished braze or weld.

• Continuously running the bandsaw when not

in use.

• Leaving blade tensioned when not in use.

• Using the wrong TPI for the workpiece thick-

ness. (The general rule of thumb is three

teeth in the workpiece at all times.)

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Blade Change

Always disconnect power

to the machine when

changing blades. Failure

to do this may result in

serious personal injury.

Bandsaw blades are sharp

and can quickly cut fingers

and hands. To reduce the

risk of this type of injury,

ALWAYS wear heavy leather

gloves when handling these

blades.

Blade Removal

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Move the blade tension quick release lever

up to release blade tension.

3. Adjust the upper blade guide assembly all

the way up and move the blade guides com-

pletely away from the blade.

4. Remove the fence and miter gauge from the

table, then remove the table insert and the

table pin.

5. Open the upper and lower wheel covers.

6. Put on heavy leather gloves, then slip the

blade off the wheels, rotate it 90°, and slide it

through the table slot and off the machine.

Blade Installation

1. DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!

2. Blade Perform Steps 2–6 in the previous

Removal procedure.

3. Put on heavy leather gloves, position the

blade so that the teeth are facing to the

right and down toward the table, then slide it

through the table slot.

Note: If the teeth will not point downward

in any orientation, the blade is inside-out.

Remove the blade and twist it right side-out.

4. Rotate the blade 90°, then slip it over the

wheels while making sure it is properly

positioned between the blade guards and

guides.

5. Use the blade tension adjustment knob to

bring the red marker to the correct blade

width mark on the tension scale, then pull the

blade tension quick release lever down to the

horizontal position.

— If you are having difficulty pulling the

quick release lever down or the blade is

a different length from the previous blade,

adjust the blade tensioner as instructed

in the subsection on Blade Tensioner

Page 53. Then, continue with Step 6.

— If you successfully pull the quick release

lever down and the blade is properly ten-

sioned, continue with .Step 6

6. Check and adjust the blade tracking.

7. Adjust the support bearings and the upper/

lower blade guides.

8. Close the wheel covers, and replace the table

insert and table pin.

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Cutting Options

The bandsaw is capable of performing the follow-

ing cuts:

• •Miters Compound Angles

• •Angles Complex Curves

• •Resaw Duplicate Parts

• •Ripping Circles

• •Crosscutting Beveled Curves

Basic Cutting Tips

Here are some basic tips to follow when oper-

ating the bandsaw:

• Replace, sharpen, and clean blades as nec-

essary. Make adjustments periodically to

keep the saw running in top condition.

• Use light and even pressure while cutting.

Light contact with the blade eases line follow-

ing and prevents undue friction.

• Avoid twisting the blade when cutting around

tight corners. Allow the blade to saw around

the corners.

• Misusing the saw or using incorrect tech-

niques is unsafe and results in poor cuts.

Remember—the blade does the cutting with

the operator’s guidance.

"Ripping" means cutting with the grain of the

wood stock. For plywood and other processed

wood, ripping simply means cutting down the

length of the workpiece.

To make a rip cut:

1. Adjust the fence to match the width of the

cut on your workpiece, then lock the fence in

place.

2. Adjust the blade guide assembly to the prop-

er height above the workpiece.

3. After all safety precautions have been met,

turn the bandsaw and wait for it to come ON

to full speed. Slowly feed the workpiece into

the blade and continue with the cut until the

blade is completely through the workpiece.

The figure below shows an example of a rip-

ping operation.

Note: If you cut narrow pieces, use a push

stick to protect your fingers.

Ripping

NEVER place fingers or hands in the line

of cut. If you slip, your hands or fingers

may go into the blade. ALWAYS use a push

stick when ripping narrow pieces. Failure to

follow these warnings may result in serious

personal injury!

Figure 48. Example of a ripping operation.

Model G0555/G0555P (Mfg. Since 5/11) -39-

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 make a 90˚ crosscut:

1. Mark the workpiece on the edge where you

want to begin the cut.

2. Adjust the blade guide assembly to the cor-

rect height and make sure the miter gauge is

set to 0° (or other angle for angled cuts).

3. Move the fence out of the way. Place the

workpiece evenly against the miter gauge,

then line up the mark with the blade.

4. After all safety precautions have been met,

turn the bandsaw and wait for it to come ON

to full speed. Slowly feed the workpiece into

the blade and continue the cut until the blade

is all the way through the workpiece. The

figure below shows an example of a crosscut-

ting operation.

Crosscutting

Figure 49. Example of a crosscutting operation

with the miter gauge.

"Resawing" means cutting the thickness of a

board into two or more thinner boards (see the fig-

ure below for an example). The maximum board

width that can be resawn is limited by the maxi-

mum cutting height of the bandsaw.

One of the most important considerations for

resawing is blade selection—a wide blade cuts

straighter and is less prone to blade lead (see the

Blade Lead subsection later in this manual for

more information).

For most applications, use a blade with a hook

or a skip tooth style. Choose blades with fewer

teeth-per-inch (from 3 to 6 TPI), because they

offer larger gullet capacities for clearing sawdust,

reducing heat buildup, and reducing strain on the

motor.

Resawing

Figure 50. Example of a resawing operation.

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.

Produktspecifikationer

Varumärke:	Grizzly
Kategori:	Sågmaskin
Modell:	G0555P

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