MODEL G0555/G0555P ULTIMATE 14 BANDSAW - Grizzly

1 MODEL G0555/G0555 PULTIMATE 14" BANDSAWOWNER'S MANUALCOPYRIGHT AUGUST, 2002 BY Grizzly INDUSTRIAL, INC., REVISED MAY, 2018 (HE)WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF Grizzly INDUSTRIAL, MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 5/11 #TR4508 PRINTED IN TAIWAN252923 ModelG0555 ModelG0555 PThis manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in fire or serious personal injury including amputation, electrocution, or owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use. This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization, proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre-hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool integrity, and the usage of personal protective manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property damage from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or dust created by power sanding, sawing , grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

2 Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from lead-based paints. Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products. Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip-ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic of ContentsINTRODUCTION ..2 Manual Accuracy ..2 Contact Description ..2 Identification ..3 Machine Data Sheet ..4 SECTION 1: SAFETY ..6 Safety Instructions for Machinery ..6 Additional Safety for Bandsaws ..8 SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY ..9 SECTION 3: SETUP ..12 Needed for Setup ..12 Unpacking ..12 Hardware Recognition Chart ..13 Inventory ..14 Cleanup ..15 Site Considerations ..16 Assembly ..17 Blade Center Tracking.

3 21 Dust Collection ..22 Power Run ..23 Tensioning Blade ..24 Adjusting Blade Support Bearings ..25 Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings ..26 Table Tilt Calibration ..28 Aligning Table ..29 Aligning Fence ..30 SECTION 4: OPERATIONS ..31 Operation Overview ..31 Disabling & Locking Post ..33 Table Tilt ..33 Blade Speed ..34 Blade Information ..35 Blade Change ..37 Basic Cutting Tips ..38 Cutting Options ..38 Ripping ..38 Crosscutting ..39 Resawing ..39 Cutting Curves ..40 Stacked 5: ACCESSORIES ..41 SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE ..43 Schedule ..43 Cleaning & Protecting ..43 Lubrication ..44 Redressing Rubber Tires ..44 SECTION 7: SERVICE ..45 Troubleshooting ..45V-Belt Tension ..47 Replacing V-Belt ..48 Shimming Table ..48 Wheel Alignment ..49 Blade Lead ..52 Blade Tensioner ..53 Fence Scale Calibration ..54 SECTION 8: WIRING ..55 Wiring Safety Instructions ..55 Wiring Diagram ..56 SECTION 9: PARTS.

4 57 Main ..57 Stand ..60 Fence ..61 Labels ..62 WARRANTY AND RETURNS ..65-2-COPYRIGHTTT GHTTT IACUPSI,20 BYIT ZZLINTRODUCTIONThe BANDSAW is a versatile woodworking tool that is used to perform a wide variety of cuts in wood stock, such as rip cuts, cross cuts, bevel cuts, miter cuts, circular cuts, contour cuts, stacked pattern cuts, BANDSAW blade is a continuous metal band wrapped around two rotating wheels, which per-forms the cut as it passes through the workpiece and table. Adjustable blade guide and support bearings keep the blade in position during this included adjustable fence, miter gauge, and tilting table support a wide variety of cutting : The Polar Bear MODEL G0555P is the same machine as the MODEL G0555 except for the bril-liant white DescriptionWe stand behind our machines! If you have ques-tions or need help, contact us with the information below. Before contacting, make sure you get the serial number and manufacture date from the machine ID label.

5 This will help us help you Technical Support1815 W. BattlefieldSpringfield, MO 65807 Phone: (570) 546-9663 Email: want your feedback on this manual. What did you like about it? Where could it be improved? Please take a few minutes to give us Documentation Box 2069 Bellingham, WA 98227-2069 Email: InfoWe are proud to provide a high-quality owner s manual with your new machine!We made every effort to be exact with the instruc-tions, specifications, drawings, and photographs in this manual. Sometimes we make mistakes, but our policy of continuous improvement also means that sometimes the machine you receive is slightly different than shown in the you find this to be the case, and the difference between the manual and machine leaves you confused or unsure about something, check our website for an updated version. We post current manuals and manual updates for free on our web-site at , you can call our Technical Support for help.

6 Before calling, make sure you write down the Manufacture Date and Serial Number from the machine ID label (see below). This information is required for us to provide proper tech support, and it helps us determine if updated documenta-tion is available for your DateSerial NumberManual AccuracyModel G0555/G0555P (Mfd. Since 5/11)-3-IdentificationTo reduce the risk of serious injury when using this machine, read and understand this entire manual before beginning any Upper Wheel CoverB. ON/OFF Switch w/Disabling PadlockC. FenceD. Blade GuardE. Upper Blade Guide AssemblyF. Table PinG. Miter Gauge AssemblyH. Lower Wheel CoverI. Fence Lock LeverJ. Front Table Lock KnobK. Stand AssemblyL. Blade Tension Adjustment KnobM. Blade Tension Quick Release LeverN. Guide PostO. Guide Post Lock KnobP. Blade Tension ScaleQ. Blade Tracking Adjustment KnobR. Table InsertS.

7 Rear Table Lock KnobT. 4" Dust PortU. MotorFigure 1. G0555/G0555P GHTTT IACUPSI,20 BYIT ZZLmodel G0555/G0555 Pultimate 14" BaNdSaWProduct Dimensions:Weight ..167 ..263 8" x 301 4" x 661 2"Foot Print (Length/Width) .. 241 2" x 171 2"Shipping Dimensions:Type ..CardboardContent ..MachineWeight ..198 ..44" x 21" x 20"Electrical:Switch .. On/Off Push Button Switch Voltage .. 110/220 VCord Length ..6 Gauge ..16 gaugeMinimum Circuit Size .. 15A @ 110V, 10A @ 220V Plug Included ..YesRecommended Plug Type ..NEMA 6-15 @220 VIncluded Plug Type ..NEMA 5-15 Motors:MainType .. TEFC Capacitor Start InductionHorsepower ..1 HPVoltage ..110V/220 VPrewired .. 110 VPhase ..SingleAmps .. 11 ..1720 RPMC ycle .. 60 HzNumber Of Speeds ..1 Power Transfer ..Belt DriveBearings ..Shielded and LubricatedMain Specifications:Operation InformationBlade Speed ..1500, 3200 FPMT able Tilt ..Left 15 , Right 45 Cutting CapacitiesMaximum Cutting Height.

8 6"Max Capacity Left of Blade ..131 2" MODEL G0555 PPage 1 of 2 Grizzly Industrial, Inc. Customer Service: (800) 523-4777 Website: data SHeetModel G0555/G0555P (Mfd. Since 5/11)-5-Blade InformationStandard Blade Length ..931 2"Blade Length Range .. 921 2" 931 2"Blade Width Range ..1 8" 3 4"Upper Blade Guides ..Anti-Collision Ball BearingLower Blade Guides ..Anti-Collision Ball BearingGuide Post Size .. " (22mm)Guide Post Type .. Solid SteelTable InformationTable Length .. 14"Table Width .. 14"Table Thickness ..11 2"Floor to Table Height .. 435 16"Fence InformationLocks in Front ..YesLocks in Rear ..NoAdjustable for Blade Lead ..YesConstructionTable Construction ..Precision Ground Cast IronRip Fence ..Deluxe Extruded AluminumBase Construction .. Pre-Formed SteelBody Construction ..Cast IronUpper Wheel .. Computer Balanced Cast AluminumLower Wheel .. Computer Balanced Cast AluminumTire Material.

9 RubberWheel Cover .. Pre-Formed SteelPaint ..Powder CoatedOther Related InformationWheel Diameter ..133 4"Wheel Width .. 13 16"Number of Dust Ports ..1 Dust Port Size .. 4"Mobile Base ..G7314 ZOther Specifications:ISO Factory .. ISO 9001 Country Of Origin ..TaiwanWarranty ..1 YearSerial Number Location .. ID Label on Upper Wheel CoverCustomer Setup and Cleaning Time ..11 2 Hours Features:Includes Fence and Miter GaugeUpper and Lower Ball Bearing Blade GuidesDeluxe Heavy-Duty StandMagnifying Window Over Fence ScaleHinged Wheel Covers4" Dust Port 6" Riser Block AvailableModel G0555 PPage 2 of 2-6-COPYRIGHTTT GHTTT IACUPSI,20 BYIT ZZLELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS. You can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching live electrical components or improperly grounded machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow qualified service personnel to do electrical installation or repair work, and always disconnect power before accessing or exposing electrical POWER FIRST.

10 Always discon-nect machine from power supply BEFORE mak-ing adjustments, changing tooling, or servicing machine. This prevents an injury risk from unin-tended startup or contact with live electrical 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 S MANUAL. Read and understand this owner s manual BEFORE using machine. TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY. Untrained oper-ators have a higher risk of being hurt or killed. Only allow trained/supervised people to use this machine. When machine is not being used, dis-connect power, remove switch keys, or lock-out machine to prevent unauthorized use especially around children. Make your workshop kid proof!DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use machinery in areas that are wet, cluttered, or have poor lighting.