Grizzly Cordless Saw G0555X User Manual
MODEL G0555X  
14" EXTREME SERIES BANDSAW  
OWNER'S MANuAL  
(For models manufactured since 4/12)  
Copyright © oCtober, 2006 by grizzly industrial, inC., reVised april, 2013 (st)  
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Table of contents  
INTRODucTION............................................... 2  
SEcTION 5: AccESSORIES......................... 35  
Manual accuracy ........................................... 2  
Contact info.................................................... 2  
Machine data sheet ...................................... 3  
identification................................................... 5  
SEcTION 6: MAINTENANcE......................... 36  
schedule...................................................... 36  
Cleaning....................................................... 36  
lubricating ................................................... 36  
redressing rubber tires............................. 36  
SEcTION 1: SAfETy....................................... 6  
safety instructions for Machinery .................. 6  
additional safety for bandsaws..................... 8  
SEcTION 7: SERvIcE ................................... 37  
troubleshooting ........................................... 37  
Checking belt............................................... 39  
tensioning belt ............................................ 39  
replacing belt.............................................. 40  
shimming table........................................... 41  
blade lead................................................... 41  
Wheel alignment.......................................... 42  
blade tensioner........................................... 44  
SEcTION 2: pOWER SuppLy........................ 9  
SEcTION 3: SET up...................................... 12  
set up safety............................................... 12  
needed for setup......................................... 12  
unpacking.................................................... 12  
inventory ...................................................... 13  
Cleanup........................................................ 14  
site Considerations...................................... 14  
assembly ..................................................... 15  
dust Collection............................................. 18  
blade tracking............................................. 18  
test run ...................................................... 19  
tensioning blade ......................................... 20  
adjusting support bearings ......................... 20  
adjusting blade guides ............................... 22  
adjusting positive stop................................ 23  
setting table................................................ 23  
tilt scale to 0˚.............................................. 23  
leveling extension table............................. 24  
aligning table .............................................. 25  
aligning Fence ............................................. 25  
SEcTION 8: WIRING...................................... 45  
Wiring safety instructions............................ 45  
110V Wiring diagram (prewired)................. 46  
220V Wiring diagram................................... 47  
SEcTION 9: pARTS....................................... 48  
Main ............................................................. 48  
table, Fence & guides................................ 51  
stand............................................................ 53  
labels .......................................................... 54  
WARRANTy AND RETuRNS ........................ 57  
SEcTION 4: OpERATIONS ........................... 26  
operation safety.......................................... 26  
overview...................................................... 26  
disabling & locking switch.......................... 27  
Motor switch ................................................ 27  
table tilt ...................................................... 27  
guide post ................................................... 28  
ripping......................................................... 28  
Crosscutting................................................. 29  
resawing ..................................................... 29  
Cutting Curves ............................................. 30  
stacked Cuts................................................ 30  
blade information......................................... 31  
blade Changes ............................................ 33  
scale Calibration.......................................... 34  
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INTRODucTION  
Manual Accuracy  
contact Info  
We are proud to offer this manual with your new  
machine! We've made every effort to be exact  
with the instructions, specifications, drawings,  
and photographs of the machine we used when  
writing this manual. However, sometimes we still  
make an occasional mistake.  
We stand behind our machines. If you have  
any questions or need help, use the information  
below to contact us. Before contacting, please get  
the serial number and manufacture date of your  
machine. This will help us help you faster.  
Grizzly Technical Support  
1203 Lycoming Mall Circle  
Muncy, PA 17756  
Also, owing to our policy of continuous improve-  
ment, your machine may not exactly match the  
manual. If you find this to be the case, and the dif-  
ference between the manual and machine leaves  
you in doubt, check our website for the latest  
manual update or call technical support for help.  
Phone: (570) 546-9663  
Email: [email protected]  
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determine if the manual version you received  
matches the manufacture date of your machine.  
Grizzly Documentation Manager  
P.O. Box 2069  
Bellingham, WA 98227-2069  
Email: [email protected]  
Manufacture Date  
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as soon as they are complete.  
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Machine Data Sheet  
MACHINE DATA  
SHEET  
Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901  
MODEL G0555X 14" EXTREME SERIES BANDSAW  
Product Dimensions:  
Weight.............................................................................................................................................................. 236 lbs.  
Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height..................................................................... 30 x 26 x 67-1/4 in.  
Footprint (Length x Width)..................................................................................................................... 17-1/4 x 16 in.  
Shipping Dimensions:  
Carton #1  
Type........................................................................................................................................... Cardboard Box  
Content................................................................................................................................................. Machine  
Weight................................................................................................................................................... 199 Lbs.  
Length x Width x Height............................................................................................................. 21 x 41 x 20 in.  
Must Ship Upright.......................................................................................................................................... No  
Carton #2  
Type........................................................................................................................................... Cardboard Box  
Content...................................................................................................................................................... Stand  
Weight..................................................................................................................................................... 60 Lbs.  
Length x Width x Height............................................................................................................. 17 x 18 x 26 in.  
Must Ship Upright.......................................................................................................................................... No  
Electrical:  
Power Requirement............................................................................................. 110V or 220V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz  
Prewired Voltage.................................................................................................................................................. 110V  
Full-Load Current Rating.................................................................................................... 15A at 110V, 7.5A at 220V  
Minimum Circuit Size.......................................................................................................... 20A at 110V, 15A at 220V  
Connection Type....................................................................................................................................... Cord & Plug  
Power Cord Included.............................................................................................................................................. Yes  
Power Cord Length................................................................................................................................................. 6 ft.  
Power Cord Gauge......................................................................................................................................... 14 AWG  
Plug Included.......................................................................................................................................................... Yes  
Included Plug Type................................................................................................................................. 5-15 for 110V  
Recommended Plug Type...................................................................................................................... 6-15 for 220V  
Switch Type.................................................................................................................... ON/OFF Push Button Switch  
Motors:  
Main  
Type................................................................................................................. TEFC Capacitor-Start Induction  
Horsepower............................................................................................................................................. 1.5 HP  
Phase............................................................................................................................................ Single-Phase  
Amps.................................................................................................................................................... 15A/7.5A  
Speed................................................................................................................................................ 1725 RPM  
Power Transfer .................................................................................................................................. Belt Drive  
Bearings..................................................................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated  
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Main Specifications:  
Main Specifications  
Bandsaw Size............................................................................................................................................ 14 in.  
Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade)........................................................................................................ 13-1/2 in.  
Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade) w/Fence......................................................................................... 12-1/4 in.  
Max Cutting Height (Resaw Height)............................................................................................................ 6 in.  
Blade Speeds..................................................................................................................................... 3000 FPM  
Blade Information  
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.  
Type of Blade Guides...................................................................................................................... Ball Bearing  
Guide Post Adjustment Type.................................................................................................................. Manual  
Has Quick-Release...................................................................................................................................... Yes  
Table Information  
Table Length.............................................................................................................................................. 14 in.  
Table Width......................................................................................................................................... 20-1/2 in.  
Table Thickness.................................................................................................................................... 1-1/2 in.  
Table Tilt.......................................................................................................................... Left 15, Right 45 deg.  
Table Tilt Adjustment Type..................................................................................................................... Manual  
Floor-to-Table Height................................................................................................................................. 44 in.  
Fence Locking Position.............................................................................................................................. Front  
Fence is Adjustable for Blade Lead.............................................................................................................. Yes  
Resaw Fence Attachment Included.............................................................................................................. Yes  
Miter Gauge Included................................................................................................................................... Yes  
Construction Materials  
Table....................................................................................................................... Precision Ground Cast Iron  
Trunnion............................................................................................................................................. Aluminum  
Fence............................................................................................................ Extruded Aluminum and Cast Iron  
Base/Stand............................................................................................................................. Pre-Formed Steel  
Frame/Body......................................................................................................................................... Cast Iron  
Wheels................................................................................................................ Computer-Balanced Cast Iron  
Tire.......................................................................................................................................................... Rubber  
Wheel Cover ......................................................................................................................... Pre-Formed Steel  
Paint................................................................................................................................ Powder Coating & Ure  
Other Related Information  
Wheel Diameter................................................................................................................................... 13-3/4 in.  
Wheel Width........................................................................................................................................ 1-3/16 in.  
Number of Dust Ports....................................................................................................................................... 1  
Dust Port Size.............................................................................................................................................. 4 in.  
Compatible Mobile Base.......................................................................................................................... D3757  
Other Specifications:  
Country Of Origin ............................................................................................................................................. Taiwan  
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 Year  
Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ...................................................................................................... 1-1/2 Hours  
Serial Number Location ........................................................................................................... ID Label on Top Cover  
ISO 9001 Factory .................................................................................................................................................. Yes  
CSA Certified ......................................................................................................................................................... Yes  
Awards .................................................................................................... Popular Woodworking Best New Tool 2003  
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Identification  
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A. switch  
B. blade tension Knob  
c. Work light  
D. blade tracking Knob  
E. Quick release blade tension lever  
f. Fence  
G. guide post lock Knob  
h. upper blade guide assembly  
I. table tilt lock Knob  
J. Miter gauge  
K. Fence lock handle  
L. lower blade guide assembly  
M. Motor  
N. blade tension scale  
O. table pin  
p. 4" dust port  
Q. blade guard  
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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. 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 an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,  
WILL result in death or serious injury.  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,  
COULD result in death or serious injury.  
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.  
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about  
proper operation of the machine.  
NOTICE  
Safety Instructions for Machinery  
OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS. You  
owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.  
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.  
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 workshop kid proof!  
DISCONNECT POWER FIRST. Always discon-  
nect machine from power supply BEFORE making  
adjustments, changingtooling, orservicingmachine.  
This prevents an injury risk from unintended startup  
or contact with live electrical components.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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WEARING PROPER APPAREL.- Do- not- wear- FORCING MAChINERY.-Do-not-force-machine.-  
clothing,- apparel- or- jewelry- that- can- become-  
entangled- in- moving- parts.- Always- tie- back- or-  
cover-long-hair.-Wear-non-slip-footwear-to-avoid-  
accidental-slips,-which-could-cause-loss-of-work-  
piece-control.  
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.-  
hAzARdOus dusT. Dust- created- while- using-  
machinery- may- cause- cancer,- birth- defects,- or-  
long-term-respiratory-damage.-Be-aware-of-dust-  
hazards-associated-with-each-workpiece-material,-  
and-always-wear-a-NIOSH-approved-respirator-to-  
reduce-your-risk.  
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.  
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.  
uNATTENdEd OPERATION. To- reduce- the-  
risk- of- accidental- injury,- turn- machine- off- and-  
ensure- all- moving- parts- completely- stop- before-  
walking- away.- Never- leave- machine- running-  
while-unattended.-  
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!  
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,-  
INTENdEd usAGE.- Only- use- machine- for- its-  
intended-purpose-and-never-make-modifications-  
not- approved- by- Grizzly.- Modifying- machine- or- leading-to-serious-personal-injury-or-death.-  
using- it- differently- than- intended- may- result- in-  
ChECK dAMAGEd PARTs.- Regularly- inspect-  
machine- for- any- condition- that- may- affect- safe-  
operation.-Immediately-repair-or-replace-damaged-  
or-mis-adjusted-parts-before-operating-machine.  
malfunction-or-mechanical-failure-that-can-lead-to-  
serious-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.  
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.  
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.  
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 a dull, BLADE SpEED. allow blade to reach full speed  
cracked, or badly worn blade. dull blades require before cutting.  
more effort to use and are difficult to control.  
inspect blades for cracks and missing teeth before LEAvING WORK AREA. never leave a machine  
each use.  
running while unattended. allow the bandsaw to  
come to a complete stop before leaving unat-  
hAND pLAcEMENT. never position fingers or tended.  
thumbs in line with the cut. serious personal injury  
could occur.  
fEED RATE. always feed stock evenly and  
smoothly. do not force or twist blade while cut-  
GuARDS. do not operate this bandsaw without ting, especially when sawing tight curves.  
the blade guard in place.  
WORKpIEcE MATERIAL. this machine is  
BLADE REpLAcEMENT. When replacing blades, designed to cut wood only—it is not designed to  
make sure teeth face toward the workpiece and cut metal.  
the blade is properly tensioned before operating.  
MAINTENANcE/SERvIcE. do all inspections,  
adjustments, and maintenance with the power  
WORKpIEcE hANDLING. never hold small  
workpieces with your fingers when cutting. always oFF and the plug removed from the outlet. Wait  
support/feed the workpiece with push stick, table for all moving parts to come to a complete stop.  
support, vise, or some type of clamping fixture.  
BLADE cONTROL. do not attempt to stop or  
cuTTING TEchNIQuES. plan your cuts so you slow the blade with your hand or a workpiece.  
always cut out of the wood. do not back the allow the blade to stop on its own.  
workpiece away from the blade while the saw is  
running. if you need to back the work out, turn the EXpERIENcING DIffIcuLTIES. if you experi-  
bandsaw oFF and wait for the blade to come to a ence difficulties performing the intended operation,  
complete stop, and do not twist or put excessive stop using the machine and contact our technical  
stress on the blade while backing work away.  
support department at (570) 546-9663.  
No list of safety guidelines can be complete.  
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 per-  
sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor  
work results.  
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 lessen the pos-  
sibility of operator injury. If normal safety  
precautions are overlooked or ignored, seri-  
ous personal injury may occur.  
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SEcTION 2: pOWER SuppLy  
Availability  
circuit Information  
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 electrican or  
qualified service personnel in accordance with all  
applicable codes and standards.  
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.)  
For your own safety and protection of  
property, consult an electrician if you are  
unsure about wiring practices or electrical  
codes in your area.  
Electrocution, fire, or  
equipment damage may  
occur if machine is not  
correctly grounded and  
connected to the power  
supply.  
Note: The circuit requirements listed in this man-  
ual apply to a dedicated circuit—where only one  
machine will be running at a time. If this machine  
will be connected to a shared circuit where mul-  
tiple machines will be running at the same time,  
consult a qualified electrician to ensure that the  
circuit is properly sized for safe operation.  
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 all  
motors and electrical devices that might operate  
at one time during normal operations.  
circuit Requirements for 110v  
This machine is prewired to operate on a 110V  
power supply circuit that has a verified ground and  
meets the following requirements:  
full-Load current Rating at 110v...... 15 Amps  
full-Load current Rating at 220v .... 7.5 Amps  
Nominal voltage ...............................110v/120v  
cycle..........................................................60 hz  
phase........................................... Single-phase  
power Supply circuit ......................... 15 Amps  
plug/Receptacle ............................. NEMA 5-15  
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.  
circuit Requirements for 220v  
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:  
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 requirements in the following section.  
Nominal voltage .............................. 220v/240v  
cycle..........................................................60 hz  
phase........................................... Single-phase  
power Supply circuit ......................... 15 Amps  
plug/Receptacle ............................. NEMA 6-15  
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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.  
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.  
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.  
GROUNDED  
6-15 RECEPTACLE  
Current Carrying Prongs  
6-15 PLUG  
GROUNDED  
5-15 RECEPTACLE  
Grounding Prong  
Grounding Prong  
figure 2. typical 6-15 plug and receptacle.  
5-15 PLUG  
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.  
Neutral Hot  
figure 1. typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.  
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.  
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.  
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Extension cords  
voltage conversion  
the voltage conversion Must be performed by  
an electrician or qualified service personnel.  
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.  
to perform the voltage conversion, install the  
correct plug and rewire the motor to the new volt-  
age, according to the provided wiring diagram on  
page 47.  
Extension cords cause voltage drop, which may  
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).  
the start/stop switch is a dual-voltage switch  
(110V/220V) and does not need to be re-wired or  
replaced.  
Any extension cord used with this machine must  
contain a ground wire, match the required plug  
and receptacle, and meet the following require-  
ments:  
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.  
Minimum Gauge Size...........................14 AWG  
Maximum Length (Shorter is Better).......50 ft.  
To convert the machine to 220v:  
Work Lamp  
1. disConneCt MaChine FroM poWer!  
the work lamp included with this machine is not  
part of the electrical wiring of the machine. the  
lamp must be connected to a separate grounded  
120V circuit that accepts the included 5-15 plug.  
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 on page 47.  
use only a replacement light bulb that is rated  
40 watts or below. When changing the light bulb,  
always disconnect the lamp from power and wait  
for the bulb to cool.  
To reduce the risk of electrocution, fire, or  
equipment damage, installation work and  
electrical wiring must be done by an elec-  
trician or qualified service personnel in  
accordance with all applicable codes and  
standards, including the National Electric  
code (NEc) and the Occupational Safety  
and health Administration (OShA) regula-  
tions.  
The work lamp is only  
designed to safely operate  
with 110v power. Always  
disconnect the work lamp  
from power and wait for the  
light bulb to cool before  
replacing the bulb.  
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SEcTION 3: SET up  
Set up Safety  
Needed for Setup  
the following are needed to complete the setup  
process, but are not included with your machine:  
This machine presents  
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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!  
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straightedge............................................... 1  
level........................................................... 1  
another person for lifting help.................. 1  
square........................................................ 1  
safety glasses (for each person) .............. 1  
dust Collection system.............................. 1  
4" dust hose (length as needed)............... 1  
4" hose Clamp ........................................... 1  
Wear safety glasses dur-  
ing the entire set up pro-  
cess!  
unpacking  
the Model g0555X was carefully packed when it  
left our warehouse. if you discover the machine  
is damaged after you have signed for delivery,  
please immediately call Customer Service at  
(570) 546-9663 for advice.  
The Model G0555X is a  
heavy machine. DO NOT  
over-exert yourself while  
unpacking or moving  
your machine—get assis-  
tance.  
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, you should inventory the  
contents.  
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Moving plate (resaw)................................ 1  
lock handle M8-1.25 x 44 (resaw)........... 1  
Flat Washer 8mm (resaw) ........................ 1  
hex Wrenches 3, 4, 5mm .................1 each  
Inventory  
The following is a list of items shipped with your  
machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items  
out and inventory them.  
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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.  
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A. stand.......................................................... 1  
B. bandsaw unit ............................................. 1  
c. trunnion base............................................ 1  
D. lever board................................................ 1  
E. Miter gauge................................................ 1  
f. extension table.......................................... 1  
G. Main table.................................................. 1  
h. Fence assembly......................................... 1  
I. resaw Fence ............................................. 1  
J. Front Fence rail......................................... 1  
K. rear Fence rail ......................................... 1  
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rubber Feet (stand) .................................. 4  
hex nuts ⁄8-16 (Feet/stand) ...................... 8  
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Flat Washers 10mm (Feet/stand).............. 8  
hex bolts M8-1.25 x 35 (bandsaw/stand). 4  
Flat Washers 8mm (bandsaw/stand) ........ 8  
lock Washers 8mm (bandsaw/stand)....... 4  
hex nuts M8-1.25 (bandsaw/stand).......... 4  
hex bolts M8-1.25 x 30 (trunnion base)... 2  
lock Washers 8mm (trunnion base)......... 2  
hex bolt M8-1.25 x 80 (positive stop)....... 1  
hex nut M8-1.25 (positive stop) ............... 1  
spacers (lever board)............................... 4  
Cap screws M8-1.25 x 60 (lever board) .. 4  
hex nuts M8-1.25 (lever board)............... 4  
set screws M8-1.25 x 20 (lever board).... 4  
Cap screws M6-1 x 25 (lever board) ....... 4  
lock Washers 6mm (lever board) ............ 4  
Flat Washers 6mm (lever board).............. 4  
Knobs M10-1.5 (table) .............................. 2  
hex bolts M6-1 x 20 (Front rail) ............... 2  
Flat Washers 6mm (Front rail).................. 2  
lock Washers 6mm (Front rail) ................ 2  
Cap screws M6-1 x 16 (rear rails) .......... 2  
lock handle M8-1.25 x 20 (Fence)............ 1  
hex nut M8-1.25 (Fence)........................... 1  
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NOTICE  
If you cannot find an item on this list, care-  
fully check around/inside the machine and  
packaging materials. Often, these items get  
lost in packaging materials while unpack-  
ing or they are pre-installed at the factory.  
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cleanup  
Site considerations  
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.  
Workbench Load  
refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight  
and footprint specifications of your machine.  
some workbenches may require additional rein-  
forcement to support both the machine and mate-  
rials.  
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.  
placement Location  
Consider existing and anticipated needs, size of  
material to be processed through each machine,  
and space for auxiliary stands, work tables or  
other machinery when establishing a location for  
your new machine. see figure 4 for the minimum  
working clearances.  
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:  
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Disposable Rags  
Cleaner/degreaser (WD•40 works well)  
Safety glasses & disposable gloves  
Plastic paint scraper (optional)  
Basic steps for removing rust preventative:  
26"  
1. Put on safety glasses.  
2. Coat the rust preventative with a liberal  
amount of cleaner/degreaser, then let it soak  
for 5–10 minutes.  
3. 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.  
30"  
figure 4. Minimum working clearances.  
4. Repeat Steps 2–3 as necessary until clean,  
then coat all unpainted surfaces with a quality  
metal protectant to prevent rust.  
children and visitors may be  
seriously injured if unsuper-  
vised around this machine.  
Lock entrances to the shop  
or disable start switch or  
power connection to prevent  
unsupervised use.  
NOTICE  
Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as  
acetone or brake parts cleaner, that may  
damage painted surfaces.  
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Assembly  
To assemble the bandsaw:  
1. install the rubber feet into the bottom of the  
cabinet stand, as shown in figure 5, with the  
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⁄8-16 hex nuts and 10mm flat washers.  
figure 6. bandsaw mounted to stand.  
Foot  
6. Fasten the trunnion base to the bandsaw, as  
shown in figure 7, with the two M8-1.25 x 30  
hex bolts and two 8mm lock washers.  
Hex Nut  
Flat  
Washer  
trunnion  
base  
Flat  
Washer  
Hex Nut  
figure 5. rubber foot order of installation.  
2. level the cabinet stand by adjusting the feet  
up or down, then tighten the hex nuts against  
the stand to secure the feet in place.  
figure 7. installing trunnion base.  
7. thread an M8-1.25 hex nut halfway up the  
M8-1.25 x 80 hex bolt.  
The bandsaw is heavy  
and awkward to lift. Get  
assistance from another  
person when lifting.  
8. thread the M8-1.25 x 80 hex bolt (a.k.a. posi-  
tive stop bolt) into the trunnion base so it is  
installed similar to figure 8.  
3. get an assistant to help you lift the bandsaw  
and place it on top of the stand.  
4. line up the mounting holes on the bandsaw  
base with those on the stand.  
positive  
stop  
bolt  
5. secure the bandsaw to the stand with the  
four M8-1.25 x 35 hex bolts, eight 8mm flat  
washers, four 8mm lock washers, and four  
M8-1.25 hex nuts (figure 6).  
figure 8. shows positive stop bolt installed.  
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9. attach the lever board to the bandsaw body  
with the four spacers and four M8-1.25 x 60  
cap screws, as shown in figure 9.  
figure 11. extension table installed.  
12. remove the table insert from the center of  
the table and remove the table pin from the  
end of the table slot.  
figure 9. lever body attached.  
13. Fit the table around the blade and rest the  
table trunnions on the trunnion base, making  
sure the trunnion bolts are hanging out of the  
bottom of the trunnion base.  
10. thread the four set screws into the lever  
board from underneath until they are flush  
with the top of the lever board (figure 10),  
then thread the M8-1.25 hex nuts up the set  
screws and against the lever board.  
14. thread the two M10-1.5 knobs onto the trun-  
nion bolts hanging through the bottom of the  
trunnion base, as illustrated in figure 12.  
Note: The hex nuts act to lock the set screws  
in place once they are positioned, so they do  
not vibrate loose during operation.  
set screws Flush w/top  
Table  
Table Trunnion  
Trunnion Base  
Trunnion Bolt  
figure 10. set screws installed in lever board  
(3 of 4 shown).  
figure 12. table installation on trunnion base.  
11. attach the extension table to the lever board  
with the four M6-1 x 25 cap screws, four 6mm  
flat washers, and four 6mm lock washers  
(figure 11). only thread the cap screws in  
halfway for now (adjustments to the exten-  
sion table will be made later).  
15. place the table insert in the center of the  
table, so it sits flush with the table top sur-  
face.  
16. insert the pin into the end of the table slot.  
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17. Fasten the front fence rail to the front of the  
bandsaw table with the two M6-1 x 20 hex  
bolts, two 6mm lock washers, and two 6mm  
flat washers, as shown in figure 13.  
22. push the fence handle down to lock the fence  
in position.  
23. insert the lock handle with washer through  
the hole in the fence and attach the moving  
plate (figure 15) on the other side.  
24. slide the resaw fence over the moving plate  
as shown in figure 15, center it with your  
original fence, then lock it in position by tight-  
ening the lock handle.  
lock handle  
figure 13. Fastening front fence rail to table.  
18. Fasten the rear fence rail to the back of the  
bandsaw with two M6-1 x 16 cap screws.  
Moving plate  
19. thread the M8-1.25 hex nut from the hard-  
ware bag onto the fence handle threads, then  
thread the fence handle into the fence.  
figure 15. installing resaw fence.  
20. tighten the hex nut (already on the fence  
handle threads) down to the fence body to  
keep the fence handle from rotating.  
25. install a light bulb that is rated for the wired  
voltage of the machine. the bulb must not  
exceed 60W.  
21. pull the fence handle up and place the fence  
on the front fence rail as shown in figure  
14.  
figure 14. installing fence onto rails.  
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Dust collection  
Blade Tracking  
"blade tracking" is how the blade rides on the  
wheels. When tracking correctly, the blade rides  
in the center of both wheels.  
Only operate the Model G0555X with an  
adequate dust collection system. This saw  
creates substantial amounts of fine wood  
dust while operating. failure to use a dust  
collection system can result in respiratory  
illness.  
blade tracking is primarily controlled by adjust-  
ing the upper wheel tilt. tracking the blade in  
this manner is referred to as "Center tracking,"  
because you tilt the wheel until the blade rides in  
the center.  
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 col-  
lector, (2) hose type and length between the  
dust collector and the machine, (3) number  
of branches or wyes, and (4) amount of other  
open lines throughout the system. Explaining  
how to calculate these variables is beyond the  
scope of this manual. Consult an expert or pur-  
chase a good dust collection "how-to" book.  
another way to track the blade is known as  
"Coplanar tracking." Coplanar tracking involves  
aligning the wheels so they are parallel and  
aligned. (see Wheel Alignment on page 42.)  
When wheels are coplanar, the bandsaw decreas-  
es vibration and heat.  
the wheels on the Model g0555X are factory  
aligned, so center tracking is the only adjustment  
that needs to be performed  
To center track the blade:  
1. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
To connect a dust collection hose:  
2. adjust the upper/lower guide bearings and  
support bearings away from the blade.  
1. Fit the 4" dust hose over the dust port, as  
shown in figure 16, and secure in place with  
a hose clamp.  
3. open the upper wheel cover.  
2. tug the hose to make sure it does not come  
off.  
4. adjust the blade tension to match the size  
of the installed blade with the mark on the  
blade tension scale located on the back of  
the bandsaw.  
Note: A tight fit is necessary for proper per-  
formance.  
5. spin the upper wheel by hand at least three  
times and watch how the blade rides on the  
crown of the wheel. refer to figure 17 for an  
illustration of this concept.  
—If the blade rides in the center of the  
upper wheel and is centered on the peak  
of the wheel crown, then the bandsaw is  
already tracked properly and no additional  
adjustments are needed. skip to Step 9.  
—If the blade does not ride in the center  
of the upper wheel and is not centered  
on the peak of the wheel crown, then  
continue with the next step.  
figure 16. dust hose attached to dust port.  
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Test Run  
once the assembly is complete and you have  
performed the Blade Tracking steps on page 18,  
you need to test run the machine to continue with  
the remainder of the adjustments.  
blade Centered  
on peak of Crown  
blade  
Centered  
on  
if, during the test run, you cannot easily locate  
the source of an unusual noise or vibration,  
stop the machine immediately, then review  
Troubleshooting on page 37.  
Wheel  
Wheel  
if you still cannot remedy a problem, contact our  
tech support at (570) 546-9663 for assistance.  
figure 17. Center tracking profiles.  
6. loosen the lock nut on the blade tracking  
knob threads so the blade tracking knob will  
rotate for adjustments.  
Wear safety glasses dur-  
ing the entire test run  
process. failure to com-  
ply may result in serious  
personal injury.  
7. spin the upper wheel with one hand and  
rotate the blade tracking knob with the other  
hand to make the blade ride in the center of  
the bandsaw wheel tire.  
To test run the machine:  
8. after the blade consistently rides in the center  
of the wheel, tighten the tracking control lock  
nut.  
1. Connect the machine to the power source.  
2. Make sure that you have read the Safety  
section at the beginning of the manual and  
that the machine is setup properly.  
9. Close the upper wheel cover.  
Note: For the best performance from your saw,  
regularly maintain the proper tracking of the  
blade.  
3. Make sure all tools and objects used during  
set up are cleared away from the machine.  
4. turn the machine ON.  
NOTICE  
changes in the blade tension may change  
the blade tracking.  
5. listen to and watch for abnormal noises or  
actions. the machine should run smoothly  
with little or no vibration or rubbing noises.  
—strange or unusual noises must be inves-  
tigated and corrected before operating the  
machine further. always disconnect the  
machine from power before investigating  
or correcting potential problems.  
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Tensioning Blade  
Adjusting Support  
Bearings  
a properly tensioned blade is essential for mak-  
ing accurate cuts and is a prerequisite for making  
many bandsaw adjustments.  
the support bearings are positioned behind the  
blade and support the back of the blade dur-  
ing cutting operations. proper adjustment of the  
support bearings is an important part of making  
accurate cuts and also keeps the blade teeth from  
coming in contact with the guide bearings while  
cutting.  
To tension the bandsaw blade:  
1. Make sure that you have performed the Test  
Run instructions on the previous page and  
that the blade is tracking properly.  
To adjust the support bearings:  
2. With the blade tension lever in the down  
(engaged) position, adjust the blade ten-  
sion so the mark on the blade tension scale  
matches the size of blade that is installed on  
the bandsaw.  
1. Make sure that the blade is tracking properly  
and that it is correctly tensioned.  
2. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
Note: Because each blade is different and all  
blades stretch, this scale can only be consid-  
ered as a general guide.  
3. Familiarize yourself with the support bearing  
controls shown in figure 18.  
3. turn the bandsaw ON.  
lock bolt  
4. release the tension one quarter of a turn at a  
time. do this very slowly. When you see the  
bandsaw blade start to flutter, stop decreas-  
ing the tension.  
Knurled  
Knob  
support  
bearing  
5. now, slowly increase the tension until the  
blade stops fluttering, then tighten the tension  
one more quarter of a turn.  
6. look at what the tension gauge reads and  
use that as a guide for tensioning that blade  
in the future.  
thumbscrew  
Note: However, do not rely on this measure-  
ment for long periods of time because the  
blade will stretch with use.  
figure 18. support bearing controls.  
4. loosen the lock bolt shown in figure 18.  
NOTICE  
To reduce blade stretching, remove the ten-  
sion from the blade when not in use.  
NOTICE  
After blade tension and tracking are set cor-  
rectly, properly adjust the upper/lower sup-  
port bearings and guide-block assemblies  
into position before cutting operations.  
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5. look at the face of the support bearing and  
rotate the blade guide assembly side-to-side,  
until the blade is perpendicular with the face  
of the support bearing as illustrated in figure  
19.  
9. to quickly gauge this setting, fold a dollar  
bill in half twice (when folded tightly, four  
thicknesses of a dollar bill is approximately  
0.016"). place the folded dollar bill between  
the support bearing and the blade as shown  
in figure 21.  
Bandsaw  
Blade  
Support  
Bearing  
figure 19. blade should be perpendicular (90˚)  
to the face of the support bearing.  
6. tighten the lock bolt.  
figure 21. dollar bill folded twice to make a  
quick 0.016" gauge.  
7. loosen the thumbscrew on the support bear-  
ing adjustment shaft.  
10. tighten the thumbscrew to lock the support  
bearing in place.  
8. use the knurled knob to position the support  
bearing approximately 0.016" away from the  
back of the blade as illustrated in figure 20.  
NOTICE  
Whenever changing a blade or adjusting ten-  
sion and tracking, the upper and lower blade  
support bearings and guide-blocks must be  
re-adjusted before cutting operations.  
0.016''  
figure 20. blade should be aligned approxi-  
mately 0.016" away from the bearing edge.  
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Adjusting Blade  
Guides  
Blade  
Guide  
Bearing  
the blade guides provide side-to-side support  
to help keep the blade straight while cutting.  
the blade guides are designed to be adjusted in  
two ways—forward/backward and side-to-side.  
properly adjusted blade guides are essential to  
making accurate cuts.  
Blade  
Gullets  
To adjust the upper and lower blade guides:  
figure 23. lateral adjustment of blade guides.  
1. Make sure that the blade is tracking properly  
and that it is correctly tensioned.  
NOTICE  
Make sure that the blade teeth will not con-  
tact the guide bearings when the blade is  
against the rear support bearing during the  
cut.  
2. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
3. Familiarize yourself with the blade guide con-  
trols shown in figure 22.  
6. tighten the thumbscrew on the lateral adjust-  
ment rod so the knurled knob will not turn.  
Knurled  
Knob  
7. use a hex wrench to loosen the cap screws  
behind the blade guides.  
Cap  
screw  
8. With a hex wrench, rotate the cap screws in  
the center portion of the blade guides to posi-  
tion the bearings so they make very light con-  
tact on both sides of the blade as illustrated in  
figure 24.  
thumbscrew  
Cap  
screw  
blade guide bearings  
figure 22. blade guide controls.  
4. loosen the thumbscrew on the forward/back-  
ward adjustment rod.  
5. rotate the knurled knob behind the blade  
guides to position the blade guides later-  
ally, so the front edges of the bearings are  
just behind the blade gullets as illustrated in  
figure 23.  
figure 24. blade guide bearings against both  
sides of blade.  
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NOTICE  
The blade guides should only have light  
pressure against the blade.  
9. tighten the cap screws to lock the blade  
guides in position.  
When the blade guide bearings are properly  
positioned, they rotate when the bandsaw  
wheel is turned and they can be rotated with  
your fingers when the blade is still.  
figure 25. squaring table to blade.  
NOTICE  
6. secure the plastic knobs and lock the positive  
stop bolt by tightening the hex nut against the  
casting. Ensure that the bolt does not turn by  
holding with another wrench while tightening  
the hex nut.  
Whenever changing a blade or adjusting ten-  
sion and tracking, the upper and lower blade  
guide bearings and guide-blocks must be re-  
adjusted before cutting operations.  
Setting Table  
Tilt Scale to 0˚  
Adjusting positive  
Stop  
the pointer on the table tilt scale must be calibrat-  
ed in order for the scale reading to be accurate.  
an adjustable positive stop allows the table to  
easily return to 90˚ after tilting.  
To calibrate the pointer on the table tilt scale:  
To set the positive stop 90˚ to the blade:  
1. Make sure that the blade is tensioned and is  
tracking correctly, and that the table is 90˚ to  
the blade (this procedure should be already  
completed with the Adjusting positive Stop  
instructions).  
1. Make sure the blade is correctly tensioned as  
described in the Tensioning Blade instruc-  
tions on page 20.  
2. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
2. loosen the screw on the pointer so the point-  
er is able to move.  
3. loosen the two plastic knobs that secure the  
table to the trunnions.  
3. align the tip of the pointer with the 0˚ mark on  
the table tilt scale.  
4. loosen the hex nut that locks the positive  
stop bolt in place.  
4. tighten the screw on the pointer so the point-  
er is locked in place.  
5. raise the upper blade guide assembly and  
place a 6" machinist’s square or try-square  
on the table next to the side of the blade as  
illustrated in figure 25. adjust the positive  
stop bolt to raise or lower the table until the  
table is 90˚ to the blade.  
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4. adjust the two front setscrews in the lever  
board until the extension table is even with  
the main table.  
Leveling Extension  
Table  
5. place a straightedge across the rear of the  
main table and extension table.  
the extension table must be level with the main  
table. it is important to keep the extension table at  
6. adjust the two front setscrews in the lever  
board until the extension table is even with  
the main table.  
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least ⁄8" away from the main table during leveling  
to allow the table room for tilting.  
To level the extension table:  
1. set the table to 90°.  
7. repeat Steps 3–4.  
8. repeat Steps 5–6.  
2. locate the lever board set screws under-  
neath the extension table (see figure 10 on  
page 16) and loosen the hex nuts on the set  
screws. this will allow you to adjust the set  
screws when leveling the extension table.  
9. tighten the cap screws that secure the exten-  
sion table to the lever board.  
10. Verify that the extension table did not move  
during tightening and adjust if necessary.  
3. place a straightedge across the front of the  
main table and extension table as shown in  
figure 26.  
11. tighten the hex nuts, loosened in Step 2,  
against the lever board so the set screws  
cannot vibrate out of adjustment.  
figure 26. leveling extension table with  
straightedge.  
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Aligning Table  
Aligning fence  
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. This proce-  
dure works best with a 3⁄4" blade.  
to ensure cutting accuracy, the fence must be  
parallel with the miter slot.  
To align the fence parallel with the miter slot:  
To align the miter slot parallel to the bandsaw  
blade:  
1. if the fence is mounted on the left-hand side  
of the blade, remove it and remount it on the  
right-hand side of the blade.  
1. Make sure that the blade is tracking properly  
and that it is correctly tensioned.  
2. loosen the four cap screws located on the  
top face of the fence.  
2. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
3. adjust the fence face parallel with the edge of  
the miter slot.  
3. loosen the trunnion bolts that secure the  
trunnions to the table.  
4. tighten the four cap screws, being careful  
not to move the fence.  
4. place an accurate straightedge along the  
blade. the straightedge should lightly touch  
both the front and back of the blade.  
NOTICE  
5. use a fine ruler to gauge the distance between  
the blade and the miter slot. the distance you  
measure should be the same at both the front  
and back ends of the miter slot.  
Adjusting the fence parallel to the miter slot  
does not guarantee straight cuts. The miter  
slot may need to be adjusted parallel to the  
side of the blade. Refer to the Aligning Table  
instructions.  
6. adjust the table as needed until the distance  
between the blade and miter slot is equal at  
both ends, as measured in Step 5.  
7. tighten the trunnion bolts.  
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SEcTION 4: OpERATIONS  
Operation Safety  
Overview  
the bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood  
cutting tools in the shop. it is capable of perform-  
ing the following types of cuts:  
Damage to your eyes, lungs, and ears could  
result from using this machine without  
proper protective gear. Always wear safety  
glasses, a respirator, and hearing protection  
when operating this machine.  
Straight cuts  
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Miters  
angles  
Compound angles  
resawing  
ripping  
Crosscutting  
Irregular cuts  
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simple and Complex Curves  
duplicate parts  
Circles  
Loose hair and cloth-  
ing could get caught in  
machinery and cause seri-  
ous personal injury. Keep  
loose clothing and long  
hair away from moving  
machinery.  
beveled Curves  
a properly adjusted bandsaw can be safer to  
operate than most other saws and performs many  
functions with ease and accuracy.  
Basic cutting Tips  
here are some basic tips to follow when oper-  
ating the bandsaw:  
NOTICE  
If you have never used this type of machine  
or equipment before, WE STRONGLy REc-  
OMMEND that you read books, trade maga-  
zines, or get formal training before begin-  
ning any projects. Regardless of the con-  
tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will  
not be held liable for accidents caused by  
lack of training.  
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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.  
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Disabling & Locking  
Switch  
Motor Switch  
the motor switch shown in figure 29 is clearly  
marked for starting/stopping the machine.  
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.  
Motor switch  
figure 29. Motor switch.  
Padlock  
Shaft  
Table Tilt  
the bandsaw table tilts 10˚ left and 45˚ right to  
provide a wide range of cutting options.  
To tilt the table:  
figure 27. switch disabled by a padlock.  
1. loosen the two table-trunnion knobs under-  
neath the table.  
Children or untrained people can be  
seriously injured by this machine. This  
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.  
2. tilt the table to the desired angle. (refer to  
the angle gauge on the front table trunnion.)  
3. retighten both table-tunnion knobs.  
NOTICE  
When tilting the table to the left, it is  
necessary to remove the positive stop.  
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.  
0.12"–0.15"  
figure 28. Minimum lock shaft requirements.  
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Guide post  
Ripping  
the guide post (shown in figure 30) connects  
the upper blade guide assembly to the bandsaw.  
the guidepost allows the blade guide assembly to  
move up or down to be as close to the workpiece  
as possible. in order to cut accurately and safely,  
the bottom of the blade guide assembly must be  
no more than 1" from the workpiece at all times—  
this positioning provides the greatest support to  
the blade and minimizes operator exposure to the  
blade.  
"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 less than  
1" away from the workpiece.  
guide post  
lock Knob  
3. after all safety precautions have been met,  
turn the bandsaw ON. slowly feed the  
workpiece into the blade and continue with  
the cut until the blade is completely through  
the workpiece. figure 31 shows a typical rip-  
ping operation.  
Note: If you cut narrow pieces, use a push  
stick to protect your fingers.  
guide post  
figure 30. guide post controls.  
To adjust the blade guide assembly on the  
guide post (the bandsaw must be turned  
OFF):  
1. Make sure that the blade tension, blade  
tracking, support bearing and blade guides  
are adjusted correctly.  
2. loosen the guide post lock knob shown in  
figure 30.  
figure 31. typical ripping operation.  
3. raise/lower the guide post so the bottom of  
the blade guide assembly is less than 1" from  
the top of the workpiece.  
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 fol-  
low these warnings may result in serious  
personal injury!  
4. lock the guide post with the lock knob.  
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crosscutting  
Resawing  
"Crosscutting" means cutting across the grain of  
wood. For plywood and other processed wood,  
crosscutting simply means cutting across the  
width of the workpiece.  
"resawing" (figure 33) means cutting the thick-  
ness of a board into two or more thinner boards.  
the maximum board width that can be resawn  
is limited by the maximum cutting height of the  
bandsaw.  
To make a 90˚ crosscut:  
one of the most important considerations for  
resawing is blade selection—a wide blade cuts  
straighter and is less prone to blade lead (see  
page 41 for more info on blade lead).  
1. Mark the workpiece on the edge where you  
want to begin the cut.  
2. adjust the blade guide assembly to less than  
1" away from the workpiece and make sure  
the miter gauge is set to 90°.  
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), because they offer larger  
gullet capacities for clearing sawdust, reducing  
heat buildup and reducing strain on the motor.  
3. Move the fence out of the way. place the  
workpiece evenly against the miter gauge.  
4. hold the workpiece against the miter gauge  
and align the mark with the blade.  
5. after all safety precautions have been met,  
turn the bandsaw ON. slowly feed the  
workpiece into the blade and continue the  
cut until the blade is all the way through the  
workpiece. figure 32 shows a typical cross-  
cutting operation.  
figure 33. typical resawing operation.  
To resaw a workpiece:  
1. Verify that the bandsaw is setup properly and  
that the table is perpendicular to the blade.  
2. use the widest blade your bandsaw will  
accept. Note: The blade must also be sharp  
and clean.  
figure 32. typical crosscutting operation.  
3. install the resaw fence, adjust it to the desired  
width of cut, and lock it in place.  
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Stacked cuts  
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.  
one of the benefits of a bandsaw is its ability to  
cut multiple copies of a particular shape by stack-  
ing workpieces together and cutting them as one.  
before making stacked cuts, ensure that both the  
table and the blade are properly adjusted to 90°;  
otherwise, any error will be compounded.  
4. support the ends of the board if necessary.  
5. turn the bandsaw ON.  
To complete a stacked cut:  
1. align your pieces from top-to-bottom to  
ensure that each piece has adequate scrap  
to provide a clean, unhampered cut.  
6. using push paddles and a push stick, main-  
tain workpiece pressure against the fence  
and table, and slowly feed the workpiece into  
the moving blade until the blade is completely  
through the workpiece (see figure 33).  
2. secure all the pieces together in a manner  
that will not interfere with the cutting. hot  
glue on the edges works well, as do brad  
nails through the waste portion. (be careful  
not to cut into the brads or you may break the  
blade!)  
cutting curves  
3. on the face of the top piece, mark the shape  
you intend to cut.  
When cutting curves, simultaneously feed and  
turn the stock carefully so the blade follows the  
layout line without twisting. if a curve is so abrupt  
that it is necessary to repeatedly back up and cut  
a new kerf, use a narrower blade, a blade with  
more tpi (teeth per inch), or more relief cuts.  
4. Make relief cuts perpendicular to the out-  
line of your intended shape in areas where  
changes in blade direction could cause the  
blade to bind.  
relief cuts are cuts made through the waste  
portion of the workpiece and are stopped at the  
layout line. relief cuts reduce the chance that  
the blade will be pinched or twisted by removing  
waste wood from the workpiece and alleviating  
any pressure on the back of the blade.  
5. Cut the stack of pieces as though you were  
cutting a single piece. Follow your layout line  
with the blade kerf on the waste side of your  
line as shown in figure 34.  
NOTICE  
The list below shows the minimum radii for  
different blade widths.  
Width  
Radius  
1
⁄
8"....................................1⁄8  
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"
3⁄16"...................................3⁄8  
1
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⁄
⁄
⁄
⁄
4''....................................5⁄8''  
3
1
5
3
8''....................................11⁄4''  
2''....................................21⁄2''  
8''....................................33⁄4''  
4''....................................51⁄2''  
figure 34. typical stacked cut.  
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Straight Cutting: use the largest width  
blade that you own. narrow blades can cut  
tight curves (a small radius) but are not very  
good at cutting straight lines because they  
naturally wander (blade lead). however, large  
blades excel at cutting straight lines, but func-  
tion poorly at cutting small curves because of  
their size.  
Blade Information  
selecting the right blade requires a knowledge of  
various blade characteristics to match the blade  
with the particular cutting operation.  
Blade Length  
Tooth Style  
When selecting blades, another option to con-  
sider is the shape, gullet size, teeth set and teeth  
angle—otherwise known as “tooth style."  
Measured by the circumference, blade lengths are  
usually unique to the brand of your bandsaw and  
the distance between wheels. the Model g0555X  
is designed for blades that are 931⁄2" long. refer to  
page 32 for blade replacements.  
figure 36 illustrates the three main categories of  
tooth style:  
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.  
Raker  
Skip  
Hook  
the Model g0555X uses blades from 1⁄8" to 3⁄4" in  
width. always pick the size of blade that best suits  
your application.  
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Curve Cutting: use the chart in figure 35 to  
determine the correct blade for curve cutting.  
determine the smallest radius curve that will  
be cut on your workpiece and use the corre-  
sponding blade width.  
figure 36. raker, skip & hook tooth styles.  
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Raker: this style is considered to be the  
standard because the tooth size and shape  
are the same as the tooth gullet. the teeth  
on raker blades usually are very numerous,  
have no angle, and produce cuts by scrap-  
ing the material; these characteristics result  
in very smooth cuts, but do not cut fast and  
generate more heat while cutting.  
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Skip: this style is similar to a raker blade  
that is missing every other tooth. because of  
the design, skip toothed blades have a much  
larger gullet than raker blades, and therefore,  
cut faster and generate more heat. however,  
these blades also leave a rougher cut than  
raker blades.  
Cutting Radius  
figure 35. blade width radii.  
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Hook: the teeth on this style have a posi-  
tive angle (downward) which makes them  
dig into the material, and the gullets are usu-  
ally rounded for easier waste removal. these  
blades are excellent for the tough demands  
of resawing and ripping thick material.  
The most common causes of blade breakage  
are:  
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Faulty alignment/adjustment of the guides.  
Forcing or twisting a wide blade around a  
short radius.  
Tooth pitch  
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Feeding the workpiece too fast.  
dull teeth or damaged tooth sufficient set.  
overtensioned blade.  
usually measured as tpi (teeth per inch), tooth  
pitch determines the size of the teeth. More teeth  
per 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.  
top blade guide assembly set too high above  
the workpiece.  
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using a blade with a lumpy or improperly fin-  
ished braze or weld.  
Blade care  
Continuously running the bandsaw when not  
in use.  
a bandsaw blade is a delicate piece of steel that  
is subjected to tremendous strain. 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.  
leaving blade tensioned when not in use.  
Grizzly Bandsaw Blades  
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.  
Model length Width  
tpi  
gauge  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
0.025  
g5151  
g5152  
g5153  
g5154  
g5155  
g5156  
g5157  
g5158  
g5159  
g5160  
g5161  
g5162  
g5163  
g5164  
g5165  
g5166  
g5167  
g5168  
g5169  
g5170  
g5171  
g5172  
g5173  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
931⁄2  
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931⁄2  
931⁄2  
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1⁄16"  
24 raker  
14 raker  
18 raker  
4 skip  
10 raker  
14 raker  
4 hook  
1
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⁄
8
"
"
1
8
3⁄16"  
3⁄16"  
3⁄16"  
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.  
1
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4"  
4"  
4"  
4"  
4"  
8"  
8"  
8"  
8"  
2"  
2"  
2"  
2"  
2"  
4"  
4"  
4
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3
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6 hook  
10 raker  
14 raker  
18 raker  
4 hook  
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 must endure. blade  
breakage is also due to avoidable circumstances.  
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 support  
guides.  
6 hook  
10 raker  
14 raker  
3 hook  
4 hook  
6 hook  
10 raker  
14 raker  
3 hook  
6 hook  
10 raker  
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4. open the upper and lower wheel covers and  
slide the blade off both wheels.  
Blade changes  
5. rotate the blade 90˚ and slide it through the  
slot in the table.  
To replace the blade:  
Alwaysdisconnectpower  
to the machine when  
changing blades. failure  
to do this may result in  
serious personal injury.  
1. slide the blade through the table slot, ensur-  
ing that the teeth are pointing down toward  
the table. If the teeth will not point downward  
in any orientation, the blade is inside-out. Put  
on heavy gloves, remove the blade, and twist  
it rightside-out.  
All saw blades are dan-  
gerous and may cause  
personalinjury.Toreduce  
the risk of being injured,  
wear leather gloves when  
handling saw blades.  
2. slip the blade through the guides, and mount  
it over the upper and lower wheels.  
3. apply tension. if the blade cannot be ten-  
sioned as described on page 20, adjust the  
tensioner as described in Steps 4-6. if the  
tension is correct, go to Step 7.  
To remove the blade:  
Note: The tensioner must be adjusted if you  
are using a different length of blade.  
1. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
2. release the tension lever.  
3. remove the table insert and the table pin.  
adjust the upper and lower guide blocks  
away from the blade.  
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4. remove the setscrew in the spacer indicated  
in figure 37, and rotate the spacer up 5-6  
turns.  
Scale calibration  
you may need to recalibrate the fence scale after  
changing or adjusting the blade, or if the scale  
is not producing accurate cuts. recalibrate the  
fence scale by adjusting the hairline indicator on  
the fence and testing your adjustment by cutting  
a piece of scrap wood.  
To calibrate the scale:  
1. set the fence anywhere along the scale and  
locate a piece of scrap wood with at least one  
straight edge. Joint the edge with a jointer if  
needed to make the edge straight.  
thickness scale  
spacer  
2. hold the straight edge of the workpiece firmly  
against the fence, and feed the workpiece  
through the saw blade with a push stick.  
figure 37. tensioner adjustment.  
5. turn the tension knob until proper blade ten-  
sion has been reached according to the blade  
thickness scale on the sliding bracket and  
fine tune as needed.  
3. Measure the width of the cut workpiece. the  
width of the workpiece should match the  
reading on the fence scale.  
4. if the reading on the scale is not the same  
as the width of the cut workpiece, loosen the  
screws on the magnifying window (figure  
38) and adjust it to match the width of the cut  
workpiece.  
6. thread the spacer down until it slightly con-  
tacts the top of the sliding bracket. Move the  
spacer back up the shaft about 1-2 turns to  
leave a small space. replace the setscrew in  
the spacer and tighten (figure 37).  
5. tighten the screws; the scale is now correctly  
calibrated.  
7. Check and adjust the tracking.  
8. adjust the upper/lower guide blocks and the  
support bearings.  
9. Close the wheel covers.  
10. replace the table insert and table pin, being  
sure not to use excessive force when insert-  
ing the table pin.  
figure 38. scale recalibration screws.  
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aCCessories  
SEcTION 5: AccESSORIES  
G5562—SLIpIT® 1 Qt. Gel  
G5563—SLIpIT® 12 oz Spray  
G2871—Boeshield® T-9 12 oz Spray  
G2870—Boeshield® T-9 4 oz Spray  
h3788—G96® Gun Treatment 12 oz Spray  
h3789—G96® Gun Treatment 4.5 oz Spray  
Some aftermarket accessories can be  
installed on this machine that could cause  
it to function improperly, increasing the risk  
of serious personal injury. To minimize this  
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.  
6" Extension Block Kit - h3051  
figure 40. recommended lubricants for protect-  
ing unpainted cast iron/steel part on machinery.  
increase your cutting capacity from 6" to 12" cut-  
ting height with this bolt-on 6" extension block kit.  
includes all necessary hardware plus extended  
blade guard and 105" x 3⁄8" x 6 tpi blade. We also  
carry a full line of 105" blades!  
G8683z—SHOP FOX® Mini Mobile Base  
Make your machine mobile with this popular pat-  
ented mobile base. the unique outrigger-type  
supports increase stability and lower machine  
height. this heavy duty mobile base is rated for  
up to a 600 lb. capacity.  
figure 39. h3051 extension block Kit.  
figure 41. g8683z SHOP FOX® Mobile base.  
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SEcTION 6: MAINTENANcE  
Lubricating  
Always disconnect power  
to the machine before  
performing maintenance.  
failure to do this may  
result in serious person-  
protect the unpainted cast iron surfaces on the  
table by wiping the table clean after every use—  
this ensures moisture from wood dust does not  
remain on bare metal surfaces. Keep tables  
al injury.  
rust-free with regular applications of products like  
g96® gun treatment, slipit®, or boeshield® t - 9  
on page 35.  
Schedule  
if the table becomes difficult to tilt, remove it and  
lubricate the trunnions and the slides in the trun-  
For optimum performance from your machine, fol-  
low this maintenance schedule:  
nion base.  
Daily  
Redressing Rubber  
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Check/correct loose mounting bolts.  
Check/correct damaged saw blade.  
Check/correct worn or damaged wires.  
Correct any other unsafe condition.  
Tires  
as the bandsaw ages, the rubber tires may need  
to be redressed if they harden or glazed over.  
redressing the rubber tires improves blade track-  
ing and reduces vibration/blade lead.  
Monthly  
if the rubber tires become too worn, then blade  
tracking will become extremely difficult. at that  
point, redressing will no longer be effective and  
the rubber tires must be replaced.  
•
Check for V-belt tension, damage, or wear.  
•
remove blade and thoroughly clean all built-  
up sawdust from the rubber tires on the  
wheels.  
To redress the rubber tires:  
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Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside cabi-  
net and off motor.  
1. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
2. put on heavy leather gloves.  
3. remove the blade.  
cleaning  
4. Clean any built-up sawdust from the rubber  
tires.  
Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and  
wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. if  
resin has built up, use a resin dissolving cleaner  
to remove it.  
5. hold 100 grit sandpaper against the rub-  
ber tire and rotate the wheel by hand. only  
redress the rubber enough to expose a fresh  
rubber surface.  
once a month, remove the blade and thoroughly  
clean all built-up sawdust from the rubber tires on  
the wheels.  
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SEcTION 7: SERvIcE  
Review the troubleshooting and procedures in this section if a problem develops with your machine. If you  
need replacement parts or additional help with a procedure, call our Technical Support at (570) 546-9663.  
Note: Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your machine before calling.  
Troubleshooting  
Motor & Electrical  
symptom  
possible Cause  
possible solution  
Machine does not 1. power supply is at fault/switched oFF.  
1. ensure hot lines have correct voltage on all legs and  
main power supply is switched on.  
start or a breaker  
trips.  
2. plug/receptacle is at fault or wired incorrectly. 2. test for good contacts; correct the wiring.  
3. Wiring is open/has high resistance.  
3. Check for broken wires or disconnected/corroded  
connections, and repair/replace as necessary.  
4. Correct motor wiring connections.  
4. Motor connection wired incorrectly.  
5. Motor on button or on/oFF switch is at fault. 5. replace faulty on button or on/oFF switch.  
6. start capacitor is at fault.  
6. test/replace if faulty.  
7. Motor centrifugal switch is at fault.  
7. adjust/replace the centrifugal switch if available.  
Machine stalls or 1. Wrong workpiece material (wood).  
is underpowered.  
1. use wood with correct moisture content, without  
glues, and little pitch/resin.  
2. Feed rate too fast for task.  
3. belt slipping.  
2. decrease feed rate.  
3. tighten/repair/replace.  
4. Motor connection is wired incorrectly.  
5. plug/receptacle is at fault.  
6. Motor bearings are at fault.  
4. Correct motor wiring connections.  
5. test for good contacts; correct the wiring.  
6. test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft  
requires bearing replacement.  
7. Motor has overheated.  
8. Motor is at fault.  
7. Clean off motor, let cool, and reduce workload.  
8. test/repair/replace.  
9. Centrifugal switch is at fault.  
9. adjust/replace centrifugal switch if available.  
Machine  
vibration or noisy  
operation.  
has 1. Motor or component is loose.  
1. inspect/replace stripped or damaged bolts/nuts, use  
thread locking fluid, and retighten.  
2. belt(s) worn or loose.  
2. tension belt (refer to page 39) or replace belt (refer  
to page 40).  
3. Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover.  
4. pulley is loose.  
3. replace dented fan cover; replace damaged fan.  
4. tighten pulley set screw.  
5. Machine is incorrectly mounted or sits uneven- 5. tighten/replace anchor studs in floor; relocate/shim  
ly on floor.  
machine.  
6. blade is at fault.  
6. replace blade.  
7. Cast iron motor mount loose/broken.  
8. Centrifugal switch.  
7. tighten/replace.  
8. replace centrifugal switch.  
9. test by rotating shaft; rotational grinding/loose shaft  
requires bearing replacement.  
9. Motor or spindle bearings are at fault.  
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cutting Operations  
symptom  
possible Cause  
possible solution  
Machine slows  
when operating.  
1. Feeding workpiece too fast.  
1. reduce feed rate. see Basic cutting Tips on page  
26.  
2. blade is dull.  
2. replace blade (page 33).  
ticking sound  
when the saw is  
running.  
1. blade weld contacting guide/support bearings 1. use file or stone to smooth and round the back of the  
( a light tick is normal).  
blade; slightly loosen the blade guides.  
2. blade weld may be failing.  
2. inspect and replace blade if necessary (page 33).  
blade contacting 1. insert installed upside down or backwards.  
1. re-install insert a different way.  
2. align table (page 25).  
table insert.  
2. table improperly mounted or aligned.  
Vibration when  
cutting.  
1. loose or damaged blade.  
2. sawdust buildup on wheels.  
1. tighten or replace blade (page 33).  
2. Clean all sawdust from rubber tires on wheels.  
burn marks on  
the edge of the  
cut.  
1. too much side pressure when feeding 1. Feed workpiece straight into the blade. see Basic  
workpiece; blade is binding.  
cutting Tips on page 26.  
2. blade too wide for size of radius being cut.  
2. install a smaller width blade/increase blade tension.  
see page 33 or 20.  
rough or poor  
quality cuts.  
1. Feeding workpiece too fast.  
1. reduce feed rate. see Basic cutting Tips on page  
26.  
2. blade guides adjusted incorrectly.  
2. re-adjust all blade guides and support bearings.  
sawdust buildup 1. Clogged dust port.  
1. Clean out dust port.  
inside cabinet.  
2. low CFM (airflow) from dust collection sys- 2. three options:  
tem.  
—Check dust lines for leaks or clogs.  
—Move dust collector closer to saw.  
—install a more powerful dust collector.  
blade wanders  
or doesn't cut  
straight.  
1. blade lead.  
1. refer to blade lead on page 41.  
2. sawdust buildup on wheels.  
2. Clean all sawdust from rubber tires on wheels.  
Cuts are  
1. table tilt is not adjusted to 0˚ or positive stop 1. adjust table tilt to 0˚; readjust positive stop if neces-  
not square  
(vertically).  
has moved out of adjustment.  
sary (page 23).  
2. table tilt scale pointer is not calibrated.  
3. table is not square to the blade.  
2. Calibrate table tilt scale pointer to 0˚ (page 23).  
3. shim table (page 41).  
Miscellaneous  
symptom  
possible Cause  
possible solution  
Quick-release  
mechanism has  
poor range of  
motion.  
1. spacer blocks on quick-release tension mech- 1. readjust the quick-release spacer blocks (page  
anism have moved out of adjustment.  
44).  
blade tension  
scale is grossly  
inaccurate.  
1. the spring in the blade tension mechanism 1. replace spring in the blade tension mechanism,  
has lost its "spring." this is caused by not  
releasing the blade tension when not in use or  
frequently over-tensioning the bandsaw.  
then take better care of the bandsaw by releasing  
tension when not in use and not over-tensioning the  
blade.  
Wheel is noisy.  
1. Wheel bearing is worn out.  
2. belt is too tight (lower wheel).  
1. replace the wheel bearing.  
2. Check/loosen the belt tension (page 39).  
blade does  
not track  
consistently,  
correctly, or at  
all.  
1. Wheels are not coplanar or aligned with each 1. adjust wheels to be coplanar/aligned with each other  
other.  
(page 42).  
2. rubber tires on wheels are worn out.  
2. redress the rubber tires on the wheels (page 36);  
replace the rubber tires on the wheels.  
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checking Belt  
Tensioning Belt  
to ensure optimum power transfer from the motor  
to the blade, the belt must be in good condition  
and operate under proper tension. the belt should  
be replaced if has for cracks, fraying, or excessive  
wear. belt tension should be checked at least  
every 3 months—more often if the bandsaw is  
used daily.  
To tension the belt:  
1. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
2. open the lower wheel cover.  
3. loosen the motor mount bolts shown in  
figure 43.  
To check the belt:  
Motor  
adjustment  
bolt  
1. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
2. open the lower wheel cover.  
3. Check the belt tension. When tensioned  
correctly, the middle of the belt will deflect  
Motor  
hinge bolt  
1
approximately ⁄4" when pushed with moder-  
ate pressure (see figure 42).  
Bandsaw  
Wheel  
Deflection  
figure 43. Motor mount bolts.  
4. Move the body of the motor so the motor  
adjustment bolt slides to the left-hand side of  
the adjustment slot.  
Motor  
Wheel  
5. hold the motor in position with one hand and  
tighten the motor adjustment bolt with the  
other hand.  
figure 42. belt deflection.  
6. push the center of the belt. if deflection is  
4. note the condition of the belt. if the belt  
is cracked, frayed, or glazed; it should be  
replaced as soon as convenient.  
1
approximately ⁄4" with moderate pressure  
from your thumb or finger, then the tension  
1
is correct. if the deflection is more than ⁄4",  
repeat Steps 3–6.  
7. When the belt tension is correct, tighten the  
motor hinge bolt and close the lower wheel  
cover.  
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5. Move the body of the motor so the motor  
adjustment bolt slides to the right-hand side  
of the adjustment slot.  
Replacing Belt  
To replace the belt:  
6. pull the belt off of the motor pulley.  
1. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
2. open both wheel covers.  
7. unthread the wheel mount bolt shown in  
figure 44, and slide the lower wheel off of  
the bearing shaft.  
3. remove the bandsaw blade.  
8. slip the old belt off of the wheel pulley and  
install the new belt in its place.  
4. loosen the motor mount bolts shown in  
figure 44.  
9. re-install the lower wheel onto the bearing  
shaft, and replace/tighten the wheel mount  
bolt.  
10. position the belt over the motor pulley.  
11. Move the body of the motor so the motor  
adjustment bolt slides to the left-hand side of  
the adjustment slot.  
Wheel  
Mount bolt  
12. hold the motor in position with one hand and  
tighten the motor adjustment bolt with the  
other hand.  
13. Check the belt tension and adjust if neces-  
sary (see Tensioning Belt on page 39).  
14. When the belt tension is correct, tighten the  
motor hinge bolt and close the lower wheel  
cover.  
figure 44. Wheel mount bolt.  
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Shimming Table  
Blade Lead  
to ensure accuracy when cutting stacked  
workpieces, the table should be 90˚ to the back of  
the blade as shown in figure 45. if the table is not  
perpendicular to the back of the blade, the table  
needs to be shimmed.  
"blade lead" means that the blade does not cut  
straight when using the fence or miter gauge (see  
figure 46). this is a common condition with all  
bandsaws. Worn or damaged blades may cause  
lead and replacing them will fix the problem. still, if  
your bandsaw is setup correctly and lead occurs,  
compensate for it by skewing the fence.  
figure 45. squaring table to blade back.  
To shim the table:  
1. Make sure that the blade is tracking properly  
and that it is correctly tensioned.  
figure 46. blade leading away from line of cut.  
To correct blade lead, do the following steps  
and make a test cut before skewing the  
fence:  
2. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
3. loosen the trunnion bolts that secure the  
trunnions to the table.  
1. ensure that you have proper blade tension  
(refer to page 20).  
4. place shim stock between the table and the  
two trunnions to shim the table in the desired  
direction.  
2. ensure that the blade guides are adjusted  
correctly (refer to pages 20 & 22).  
Note: Another way to shim the table is to add  
washers between the table and the trunnion.  
Electrical washers are a good choice for this  
procedure because they are very thin and will  
allow for fine adjustment.  
3. ensure that the miter slot or fence is parallel  
to the blade (refer to page 25).  
To skew your fence:  
3
1. Cut a piece of scrap wood approximately ⁄4  
"
5. Follow the Aligning Miter Slot instructions  
on page 25 to complete this procedure.  
thick x 3" wide x 17" long. on a wide face of  
the board, draw a straight line parallel to the  
long edge.  
2. slide the fence out of the way and cut free-  
hand along the line. stop at the halfway point.  
turn the bandsaw OFF and wait for the blade  
to stop.  
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3. Clamp the board to the bandsaw table with-  
out moving it. now slide the fence over to  
the board so it barely touches one end of the  
board.  
Wheel Alignment  
Wheel alignment is one of the easiest ways to  
ensure you get optimal performance from your  
bandsaw. When wheels are aligned, or coplanar,  
the bandsaw is more likely to cut straight without  
wandering; and vibration, heat, and blade wear  
are considerably decreased because the blade  
is automatically balanced on the wheel. this is  
known as “Coplanar tracking."  
4. loosen the four cap screws on top of the  
fence.  
5. skew the fence as needed until it is parallel  
to the edge of the scrap piece. you may need  
to re-adjust the fence locking mechanisms to  
gain maximum adjustment.  
To verify if the upper and lower wheels are  
coplanar:  
6. While maintaining the skew, tighten the cap  
screws.  
1. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
To compensate for lead when making straight  
crosscuts with the miter gauge, you will need  
to shift the table:  
2. With the blade on and properly tensioned,  
hold a straightedge close to the center of  
both wheels. Make sure the straightedge  
fully extends across the wheels as shown in  
figure 47.  
1. set the miter gauge to 90°.  
2. on a scrap piece of wood, mark a line that  
is perpendicular to the front edge. starting  
where the line begins, cut the board by push-  
ing it through the blade with the miter gauge.  
The miter gauge should be checked for  
square before beginning this procedure.  
3. loosen the table mounting bolts, and shift the  
table to compensate for the blade lead.  
4. repeat Steps 1 & 2 until the blade cuts  
straight when wood is pushed through with  
the miter gauge.  
NOTICE  
If the table is shifted, the fence will be  
affected since it is attached.  
figure 47. Checking wheel alignment with a  
straightedge.  
—if the wheels are coplanar, the straightedge  
will touch the top and bottom of the outside  
rims on each wheel.  
NOTICE  
Lead adjustments will change when new  
blades are mounted on the saw.  
—if your wheels are not coplanar, place the  
straightedge on the lower wheel first—  
ensuring that it touches both the top and  
bottom rim—and adjust the tracking knob  
to see how the upper wheel lines up with  
the straightedge.  
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—if the straightedge will not touch the top  
and bottom rim of the upper wheel evenly,  
determine which wheel sticks out farther.  
the wheel that does not stick out the  
farthest is the wheel that needs to be  
shimmed.  
4. replace the wheel, any remaining washers,  
and the securing nut. tighten the blade as  
it will be used during operation before you  
check the wheels. often the wheels may be  
coplanar with the blade loose, then be pulled  
out of alignment when it is tightened.  
5. the first time you get the wheels coplanar,  
place a mark on each wheel where you  
held the straightedge. this assures repeated  
accuracy every time you adjust your wheels.  
Shimming a wheel  
1. adjust the tracking knob so the top wheel  
is parallel with the bottom wheel. With the  
straightedge touching both points of the  
wheel that does not need to be adjusted,  
measure the distance away from the incor-  
rect wheel with a fine ruler (see figure 48).  
the distance measured with the ruler is the  
distance the wheel must be corrected.  
When wheels are properly coplanar, the blade  
may not be centered on the crown of the wheel,  
but it will be balanced. see figure 49 to better  
understand coplanarity.  
figure 49. Coplanar diagram.  
figure 48. Measuring wheel difference.  
2. remove the blade from the saw, then remove  
the wheel that needs to be shimmed.  
3. shim washers work well because they are  
available in a wide range of thicknesses.  
Measure how many you need and place  
them on the mounting shaft.  
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4. loosen the setscrews in both of the spacers  
indicated in figure 51.  
Blade Tensioner  
5. back the spacers away from the tension lever  
crossbar shown in figure 50.  
over the life of the machine, the blade tensioner  
system may need to be reset for correct opera-  
tion.  
upper  
spacer  
To reset the blade tensioner:  
1. disConneCt bandsaW FroM poWer!  
lower  
spacer  
2. release the tension lever shown in figure 50  
and remove the bandsaw blade.  
sliding  
bracket  
tensioning  
Knob  
tension lever  
tension lever  
Crossbar  
figure 51. loosening the spacer set screws.  
6. pull the tension lever down to the horizontal  
position.  
7. pull up on the tensioning knob (figure 50)  
until the blade touches the wheel.  
8. thread the upper spacer down until it touches  
the top of the tension lever crossbar.  
figure 50. blade tension controls/components.  
3. place the new blade onto the wheels and  
between the blade guide bearings.  
9. tighten the setscrew on the upper spacer.  
10. tension the blade (refer to page 20).  
Note: A new blade is used to calibrate the  
tensioner because it is unstretched.  
11. thread the lower spacer down until it touches  
the top of the sliding bracket indicated in  
figure 51.  
12. Move the lower spacer back up the shaft  
about 1-2 turns to leave a small space, and  
tighten the setscrew (figure 51).  
13. Make sure there is no tension on the blade  
when the lever is released. if all the tension  
is not released, the lower spacer needs to be  
threaded farther down the shaft toward the  
sliding bracket.  
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SEcTION 8: WIRING  
These pages are current at the time of printing. However, in the spirit of improvement, we may make chang-  
es to the electrical systems of future machines. Compare the manufacture date of your machine to the one  
stated in this manual, and study this section carefully.  
If there are differences between your machine and what is shown in this section, call Technical Support at  
(570) 546-9663 for assistance BEFORE making any changes to the wiring on your machine. An updated  
wiring diagram may be available. Note: Please gather the serial number and manufacture date of your  
machine before calling. This information can be found on the main machine label.  
Wiring Safety Instructions  
SHOCK HAZARD. Working on wiring that is con- WIRE/COMPONENT DAMAGE. Damaged wires  
nected to a power source is extremely dangerous. or components increase the risk of serious per-  
Touching electrified parts will result in personal sonal injury, fire, or machine damage. If you notice  
injury including but not limited to severe burns, that any wires or components are damaged while  
electrocution, or death. Disconnect the power performing a wiring task, replace those wires or  
from the machine before servicing electrical com- components.  
ponents!  
MOTOR WIRING. The motor wiring shown in  
MODIFICATIONS. Modifying the wiring beyond these diagrams is current at the time of printing  
what is shown in the diagram may lead to unpre- but may not match your machine. If you find this  
dictable results, including serious injury or fire. to be the case, use the wiring diagram inside the  
This includes the installation of unapproved after- motor junction box.  
market parts.  
CAPACITORS/INVERTERS. Some capacitors  
WIRE CONNECTIONS. All connections must and power inverters store an electrical charge for  
be tight to prevent wires from loosening during up to 10 minutes after being disconnected from  
machine operation. Double-check all wires dis- the power source. To reduce the risk of being  
connected or connected during any wiring task to shocked, wait at least this long before working on  
ensure tight connections.  
capacitors.  
CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS. You MUST follow EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If you are expe-  
the requirements at the beginning of this man- riencing difficulties understanding the information  
ual when connecting your machine to a power included in this section, contact our Technical  
source.  
Support at (570) 546-9663.  
The photos and diagrams  
included in this section are  
best viewed in color. You  
can view these pages in  
color at www.grizzly.com.  
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110v Wiring Diagram (prewired)  
Work Lamp  
(40 Watt Maximum)  
5-15 Plug  
120 VAC  
ON/OFF Switch  
(viewed from behind)  
O
O
Ground  
Neutral  
5-15 Plug  
110 VAC  
Hot  
Motor at 110V (prewired)  
Start  
Run  
Capacitor  
200 MFD  
125 VAC  
Capacitor  
30 MFD  
250 VAC  
3 RED  
2 GRAY  
4 YELLOW  
1 BLACK  
Ground  
READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
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220v Wiring Diagram  
Work Lamp  
(40 Watt Maximum)  
5-15 Plug  
120 VAC  
ON/OFF Switch  
(viewed from behind)  
Ground  
Hot  
Gn  
Bl  
Wt  
6-15 Plug  
220 VAC  
Hot  
Motor at 220V  
Start  
Start  
Capacitor  
200 MFD  
125 VAC  
Capacitor  
30 MFD  
250 VAC  
3 RED  
1 BLACK  
2 GRAY  
4 YELLOW  
Ground  
READ ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
ON PAGE 45!  
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SEcTION 9: pARTS  
Main  
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Main parts List  
REF  
PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
1
P0555X001  
PB80M  
BASE  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
P0555X041  
PN09M  
WHEEL TIRE  
2
HEX BOLT M16-2 X 55  
FLAT WASHER 16MM  
HEX NUT M16-2  
HEX NUT M12-1.75  
3
PW08M  
PR21M  
INT RETAINING RING 35MM  
BALL BEARING 6202LLU  
LOWER WHEEL ASSEMBLY  
FENDER WASHER 8MM  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 20 LH  
LOWER WHEEL GUARD  
GRIZZLY ROUND KNOB M8-1.25  
INT TOOTH WASHER 8MM  
LATCH STUD M8-1.25 X 14  
PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 12  
CATCH  
4
PN13M  
P6202LLU  
P0555X045  
PWF08M  
5
P0555X005  
P0555X006  
P6204LLU  
PK23M  
ALIGNMENT PIN  
6
LOWER WHEEL SHAFT  
BALL BEARING 6204LLU  
KEY 5 X 5 X 25  
7
PB81M  
8
P0555X048  
P0555X049  
PTLW03M  
P0555X051  
PS08M  
9
PWF08M  
PCAP11M  
P0555X011V2  
FENDER WASHER 8MM  
CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 16  
MOTOR 1.5HP 1PH 110/220V V2.05.11  
10  
11V2  
11V2-1 P0555X011V2-1 MOTOR FAN COVER V2.05.11  
11V2-2 P0555X011V2-2 MOTOR FAN V2.05.11  
P0555056  
P0555X057  
PHTEK4M  
P0555X059  
P0555X060  
11V2-3 P0555X011V2-3 CAPACITOR COVER V2.05.11  
11V2-4 P0555X011V2-4 S CAPACITOR 200M 125V V2.05.11  
11V2-5 P0555X011V2-5 MOTOR JUNCTION BOX V2.05.11  
11V2-6 P05555X011V2-6 R CAPACITOR 30M 250V V2.05.11  
11V2-7 P05555X011V2-7 CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH V2.05.11  
11V2-8 P05555X011V2-8 CONTACT PLATE V2.05.11  
ALIGNMENT BOLT  
TAP SCREW M4 X 8  
UPPER WHEEL COVER  
SAW BLADE 6TPI 93-1/2 X 3/8" X .5MM  
61A P0555X061A UPPER WHEEL BACK COVER V2.08.07  
62  
PFS01M  
FLANGE SCREW M5-.8 X 8  
UPPER WHEEL COVER HINGE  
STANDOFF STUD  
11V2-9 P6205ZZ  
11V2-10 P6203ZZ  
BALL BEARING 6205ZZ  
BALL BEARING 6203ZZ  
MOTOR PULLEY  
63  
P0555X063  
P0555X064  
P0555X065  
P0555X066  
PHTEK2M  
P0555068  
P0555X069  
PFH07M  
64  
12  
P0555X012  
PSS04M  
65  
LEFT BLADE GUARD  
TAP SCREW FLAT WASHER  
TAP SCREW M3.5 X 16  
RIBBED V-BELT 200J5  
LOWER WHEEL COVER HINGE  
FLAT HD SCR M5-.8 X 10  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 35  
FLAT WASHER M8-1.25 X 18  
LOCK WASHER 8MM  
HEX NUT M8-1.25  
13  
SET SCREW M6-1 X 12  
ON/OFF SWITCH 110/220V V2.05.11  
TAP SCREW M3.5 X 12  
FLAT WASHER 4MM  
66  
14V2  
15  
P0555014V2  
PHTEK1M  
PW05M  
67  
68  
16  
69  
17  
PS40M  
PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 16  
TENSION INDICATOR  
EXT TOOTH WASHER 5MM  
SWITCH BOX  
70  
18  
P0555X018  
PTLW02M  
P0555X020  
P0555X021  
P0555X022  
PS19M  
71  
PB20M  
19  
72  
P0555X072  
PLW04M  
PN03M  
20  
73  
21  
SWITCH BOX MOUNT PLATE  
STRAIN RELIEF  
74  
22  
75  
P0555X075  
PS05M  
CORD CLAMP  
23  
PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 6  
STRAIN RELIEF  
76  
PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 8  
WHEEL BRUSH  
24  
P0555X024  
P0555X025V2  
P0555X026  
P0555X027  
P0555X028  
P0555X029  
P0555X030A  
P7945097  
P0555X032  
P0555X033  
P0555X035  
P0555X035  
P0555X035  
PRP04M  
77  
P0555X077  
P0555X090  
PW03M  
25V2  
26  
POWER CORD 14G 3C 6FT 5-15 V2.05.11  
MOTOR CORD  
90  
RIGHT UPPER BLADE GUARD  
FLAT WASHER 6MM  
HEX BOLT M6-1 X 10  
PULLEY FLAT WASHER  
CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 25  
LOCK WASHER 8MM  
FENDER WASHER 8MM  
STEEL BALL  
91  
27  
STRAIN RELIEF  
92  
PB04M  
28  
UPPER FRAME ARM  
99  
P0555X099  
PCAP31M  
PLW04M  
PWF08M  
P0555X118  
P0555X119  
PSS30M  
29  
KNOB BOLT M10-1.5 X 30  
UPPER WHEEL BRACKET V2.08.07  
WING NUT 8MM  
115  
116  
117  
118  
119  
120  
124  
125  
126  
130  
131  
132  
133  
30A  
31  
32  
KNOB BOLT M8-1.25 X 45  
TENSION KNOB BOLT ASSEMBLY  
STEEL PIN  
33  
COMPRESSION SPRING  
SET SCREW M10-1.5 X 10  
CORD CLAMP  
34  
35  
UPPER WHEEL SHAFT HINGE ASSY  
UPPER WHEEL SHAFT  
ROLL PIN 4 X 24  
P0555X124  
PS05M  
35-1  
35-2  
35-3  
38  
PHLP HD SCR M5-.8 X 8  
LOCK NUT M4-.7  
PLN01M  
P0555X035  
P0555X038  
PSN04M  
UPPER WHEEL SHAFT HINGE  
COMPRESSION SPRING  
SQUARE NUT M10-1.5  
UPPER WHEEL  
PSS05M  
SET SCREW M5-.8 X 10  
UPPER LOCK COLLAR  
FLAT WASHER 10MM  
TENSION LEVER  
P0555X131  
PW04M  
39  
40  
P0555X040  
P0555X133  
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REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
134  
135  
136  
137  
138  
139  
140  
141  
142  
143  
PW01M  
FLAT WASHER 8MM  
BUSHING  
144  
150  
151  
153  
154  
160  
161  
162  
166  
P0555X144  
P0555X150  
PSS07M  
SPACER 8 X 20MM  
P0555X135  
PBHS01M  
P0555X137  
PB15M  
LOWER LOCK COLLAR  
SET SCREW M5-.8 X 5  
EXT TOOTH WASHER 5MM  
FLAT WASHER 8MM  
WHEEL PULLEY  
BUTTON HD CAP SCR M8-1.25 X 20  
SPACER  
PTLW02M  
PW01M  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 40  
LOCK NUT M8-1.25  
SUPPORT PLATE  
PIVOT ARM  
PLN04M  
P0555X160  
PBHS21  
P0555X140  
P0555141  
PLW04M  
PCAP14M  
BUTTON HD CAP SCR 5/16-18 X 3/4  
LOCK WASHER 6MM  
SET SCREW M5-.8 X 8  
PLW03M  
PSS31M  
LOCK WASHER 8MM  
CAP SCREW M8-1.25 X 20  
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37  
169  
36V2  
37  
146  
168  
145  
80  
200  
84  
121  
79  
122  
123  
81  
220  
82  
83  
228  
218  
224  
214  
230  
227  
127  
96  
219  
212  
216  
211  
129  
80  
85  
202  
89  
128  
86  
121  
204  
122  
223  
225  
213  
215  
209  
95  
94  
222  
210  
93  
81  
226  
82  
83  
205  
203  
207  
208  
229  
221  
201  
89  
206  
80  
217  
220  
114  
88  
96  
128  
127  
129  
111  
101  
112  
103  
87  
102  
156  
104  
231  
113  
157  
158  
159  
147  
106  
98  
97  
105  
108  
109  
110  
148  
149  
100  
155  
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REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
36V2 P0555X036V2 LAMP ASSY W/POWER CORD V2.04.12  
148  
149  
155  
156  
157  
158  
159  
168  
169  
200  
201  
202  
203  
204  
205  
206  
207  
208  
209  
210  
211  
212  
213  
214  
215  
216  
217  
218  
219  
220  
221  
222  
223  
224  
225  
226  
227  
228  
229  
230  
231  
PW03M  
FLAT WASHER 6MM  
LOCK WASHER 6MM  
CAP SCREW M6-1 X 25  
CAP SCREW M8-1.25 x 60  
HEX NUT M8-1.25  
37  
PFS01M  
FLANGE SCREW M5-.8 X 8  
UPPER BLADE GUIDE BRACKET  
THUMB SCREW M6-1 X 16  
GUIDE SUPPORT SHAFT  
BALL BEARING 6000Z  
FLANGE SCREW M6-1 X 8  
GUIDE POST  
PLW03M  
79  
P0555079  
PTS001M  
P0555X081  
P6000ZZ  
PFS06M  
PCAP06M  
PCAP35M  
PN03M  
80  
81  
82  
PSS09M  
SET SCREW M8-1.25 X 20  
SPACER  
83  
P0555X159  
PTLW02M  
P0555X169  
P0555X200  
P0555X201  
P0555X202  
P0555X203  
P0555X204  
P0555X205  
P0555X206  
P0555X207  
PW01M  
84  
P0555X084  
PLW01M  
PCAP78M  
P0555X087  
P0555088  
P0555089  
P0555X093  
PW03M  
EXT TOOTH WASHER 5MM  
CORD CLAMP  
85  
LOCK WASHER 5MM  
CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 40  
TABLE EXTENSION  
86  
FENCE KIT ASSEMBLY  
FRONT FENCE RAIL  
FENCE BASE  
87  
88  
LOWER RIGHT BLADE GUARD  
GUIDE BEARING SUPPORT BRACKET  
LOWER BLADE GUIDE BRACKET  
FLAT WASHER 6MM  
HEX BOLT M6-1 X 20  
CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 12  
TABLE  
89  
FENCE MOUNTING SHAFT  
LOCK ROD  
93  
94  
SPRING PIECE  
95  
PB08M  
LOCK KNOB M8-1.25 X 44  
FENCE BRACKET  
96  
PCAP33M  
P0555X097  
P0513X127  
P0555X100  
P0555X101  
P0555102  
P0555X103  
PB02M  
97  
FLAT WASHER 8MM  
LOCK HANDLE  
98  
TABLE INSERT  
P0555X209  
P0555X210  
P0555X211  
PCAP06M  
P0555X213  
P0555X214  
PN03M  
100  
101  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
108  
109  
110  
111  
112  
113  
114  
121  
122  
123  
127  
128  
129  
145  
146  
147  
TABLE PIN  
FENCE STAND-OFF  
SCALE WINDOW  
TRUNNION  
SCALE  
CAP SCREW M6-1 X 25  
LOCK CAM  
TRUNNION CLAMP SHOE  
HEX BOLT M6-1 X 12  
TRUNNION SUPPORT BRACKET  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 30  
POINTER  
REAR FENCE RAIL  
HEX NUT M8-1.25  
P0555X105  
PB26M  
PFS04M  
FLANGE SCREW M4-.7 X 6  
FRONT RAIL END CAP  
FENCE MOUNTING KEY  
REAR RAIL END CAP  
TAP SCREW M3.5 X 8  
SCALE  
P0555X108  
PFS03M  
P0555317  
P0555X218  
P0555319  
PHTEK3M  
P0555X221  
PN01M  
FLANGE SCREW M5-.8 X 6  
KNOB 10MM  
P0555X110  
PB73M  
HEX BOLT M10-1.5 X 50  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 80  
HEX NUT M8-1.25  
PB82M  
PN03M  
HEX NUT M6-1  
P0555X114  
PSS98M  
MITER GAUGE BODY ASSEMBLY  
SET SCREW M8-1 X 35  
MICRO ADJUSTING NUT  
HEX BOLT M6-1 X 20  
FLAT WASHER 5MM  
BALL BEARING 608ZZ  
ECCENTRIC BEARING SHAFT  
LAMP NUT  
PLW03M  
LOCK WASHER 6MM  
CAP SCREW M6-1 X 16  
HEX BOLT M6-1 X 20  
FLANGE SCREW M4-.7 X 8  
FLAT WASHER 6MM  
FENCE  
PCAP01M  
PB08M  
P0555X122  
PB08M  
PFS17M  
PW02M  
PW03M  
G3845  
P0555X228  
P0555X229  
P0555X230  
PLW04M  
P0555129  
P0555X036  
P0555X036  
P0555X147  
FENCE BRACKET MOUNTING PLATE  
FENCE END CAP  
LAMP BRACKET  
LOCK WASHER 8MM  
LEVER BOARD  
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Stand  
313  
302  
304  
305  
306  
307  
317  
311  
312  
310  
309  
301  
317  
315  
314  
303  
302  
314  
315  
316  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
STAND  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
FLAT WASHER 4MM  
DOOR  
301  
302  
303  
304  
305  
306  
307  
309  
P0555X301  
PHTEK3M  
H7942  
310  
311  
312  
313  
314  
315  
316  
317  
PW05M  
TAP SCREW M3.5 X 8  
EXTREME SERIES LOGO  
HEX NUT M6-1  
P0555X311  
P0555X312  
P0555X313  
PW04M  
DOOR LATCH ASSEMBLY  
GRIZZLY LOGO PLATE  
FLAT WASHER 10MM  
HEX NUT 3/8-16  
PN01M  
PLW03M  
PW03M  
LOCK WASHER 6MM  
FLAT WASHER 6MM  
FRONT STAND PANEL  
PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 6  
PN08  
P0555X307  
PS17M  
P0555X316  
P0555X317  
STAND FOOT  
DOOR CUSHION  
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401  
402  
406  
407  
405  
403  
410  
408  
402  
404  
409  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
401  
402  
403  
404  
405  
P0555X401  
PLABEL-20  
PLABEL-19  
PLABEL-18  
P0555X405  
MACHINE ID LABEL  
406  
407  
408  
409  
410  
PLABEL-11  
P0555X407  
PPAINT-1  
SAFETY GLASSES LABEL  
LAMP WARNING LABEL  
DONT OPEN DOOR LABEL  
BANDSAW BLADE LABEL  
UNPLUG BANDSAW LABEL  
MODEL NUMBER LABEL  
GRIZZLY GREEN TOUCH-UP PAINT  
GRIZZLY PUTTY TOUCH-UP PAINT  
BULB DESTRUCTION LABEL  
PPAINT-14  
P0555X410  
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off or becomes unreadable, the owner of this machine MUST replace it in the original location  
before resuming operations. For replacements, contact (800) 523-4777 or www.grizzly.com.  
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WARRANTY AND RETURNS  
Grizzly Industrial, Inc. warrants every product it sells for a period of 1 year to the original purchaser from  
the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse,  
negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance. This is Grizzly’s sole written warranty  
and any and all warranties that may be implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any par-  
ticular purpose, are hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant or represent  
that the merchandise complies with the provisions of any law or acts unless the manufacturer so warrants.  
In no event shall Grizzly’s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product and  
any legal actions brought against Grizzly shall be tried in the State of Washington, County of Whatcom.  
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special,  
or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.  
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merchandise.  
The manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications at any time because they constantly strive to  
achieve better quality equipment. We make every effort to ensure that our products meet high quality and  
durability standards and we hope you never need to use this warranty.  
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