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EDGE SANDER
MODEL G1140
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT © 1996 BY GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
REVISED APRIL, 1999. PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Table Of Contents PAGE 1. SAFETY RULES SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS ................................................................................1-2 SAFETY RULES FOR SANDERS ............................................................................................3 2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 220V/110V OPERATION............................................................................................................4 CIRCUIT LOAD ...............................................................
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SECTION 1: SAFETY For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating This Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of importance 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 substi- tute for proper accident prevention measures.
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Safety Instructions For Power Tools 9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make 13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper foot- sure your extension cord is in good condi- ing and balance at all times. tion. Conductor size should be in accor- dance with the chart below. The amperage 14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep rating should be listed on the motor or tool tools sharp and clean for best and safest nameplate. An undersized cord will cause a performance. Follow instructions for lubri- drop in line voltage resul
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Additional Safety Instructions For Sanders 1. MAINTAIN A SECURE GRIP ON THE 6. TURN OFF THE SANDER WHEN NOT WORKPIECE. The belt speed is approxi- IN USE. Never leave a machine running mately 1800 FPM. If control is lost, the unattended. workpiece can be propelled from the machine at extreme speed. 7. DO NOT stand directly in line with sanding accessories when turning the machine on. 2. CREATE A SAFETY ZONE AROUND THE SANDING SURFACE. If you can't 8. DO NOT force the workpiece against the control
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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 220V/110V Standard Locking Operation 1 The Model G1140 has a dual-voltage 1 ⁄2 HP, 1720 RPM motor which has been pre-wired for use in a 220V single phase circuit. The cord set enclosed does not have a plug as the style of plug you require will depend upon the type of Figure 1. Two typical outlet/plug configurations. service you currently have or plan to install. If you will be installing a new receptacle and plug, we recommend either of the styles shown in Figure
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Extension Cords Wiring Diagram We do not recommend the use of extension cords Your G1140 machine comes pre-wired for 220 on 220V equipment. It is much better to arrange volt operation. A wiring diagram is provided at the the placement of your equipment and the back of this manual should it be necessary to installed wiring to eliminate the need for exten- repair or revise the wiring. Always utilize a quali- sion cords. Should it be necessary to use an fied electrician when doing any electrical wo
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SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION Grizzly Industrial, Inc. Commentary 1203 Lycoming Mall Circle Muncy, PA 17756 Phone: (570) 546-9663 Fax: (800) 438-5901 E-Mail: techsupport@grizzly.com We are proud to offer the Grizzly Model G1140 Web Site: http://www.grizzly.com Edge Sander. The Model G1140 is part of a grow- ing Grizzly family of fine woodworking machinery. The specifications, drawings, and photographs When used according to the guidelines set forth illustrated in this manual represent the Mode
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Unpacking Piece Inventory This G1140 Edge Sander is shipped from the After all the parts have been removed from the manufacturer in a carefully packed carton. If you carton, you should have: discover the machine is damaged after you’ve • Sanding unit signed for delivery, and the truck and driver are • Sanding Table gone, you will need to file a freight claim with the • Trunnions (2) carrier. Save the containers and all packing mate- • Table Bracket w/ Lead Screw rials for possible inspection by
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Clean Up Site Considerations The unpainted surfaces are coated with a waxy 1. Floor Load: Your G1140 Sander represents oil to protect it from corrosion during shipment. a large weight load in a small footprint. Most Remove this protective coating with a solvent commercial floors are suitable for the Model cleaner or citrus-based degreaser. Avoid chlo- G1140. Some residential floors may require rine-based solvents as they may damage painted additional build up to support both machine surfaces sho
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SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY Beginning Assembly Feet Assembly of the G1140 is straightforward. We 1. Carefully lay the machine over on its side. have organized the assembly process into steps. Have someone assist you when doing this. Please follow them in sequence. Do not attempt to lay the machine over by yourself. Tools Required: Only a few common tools are 3 needed to assemble this machine. Specifically, a 2. Install the four feet using the 10-24 x ⁄4'' ® 6" adjustable wrench, 12mm open end wrench, Ph
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3. Locate the lead screw/table bracket assem- Working Table bly and the handwheel. Thread the hand- wheel onto the lead screw about halfway and insert the lead screw into the lead screw bracket. See Figure 6. 1. Bolt the lead screw bracket to the front of the stand using the four Hex Bolts already threaded in place. See Figure 4. Figure 6. Installing the lead screw assembly. 4. Locate the vertical brace. Turn the horizontal Figure 4. Lead screw bracket Installed. brace approximately 45˚ and inse
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6. Measure the table bracket to the stand to 9. Leaving the table trunnion lock handles assure it is parallel to the stand. See Figure slightly loose, bolt the working table to the 5 3 8. If the bracket is not parallel, remove the trunnions using the two (2) ⁄16''-18 x ⁄4'' hex 5 vertical brace, thread the horizontal brace in bolts and ⁄16'' flat washers supplied. See or out an appropriate amount and reinstall Figure 10. Adjust the table so it is approxi- 1 3 the vertical brace. mately ⁄8'' to ⁄
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Miter Body Quick Release Lever Set the miter body onto its pivot hole and secure 1. Loosen the belt tracking lock knob located at into place with the plastic lock knob provided. the top left of the machine. See Figure 12. The miter body should only be used when sanding the ends of workpieces at 2. Slide the quick release lever through the slot least 8'' long. Do not use it as a back stop. on the top of the platen cover. Thread it into place until it bottoms out. See Figure 13. It may be necessa
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Auxiliary Table Dust Hood Slide the auxiliary table into place as pictured in Bolt the dust hood on using the hex bolts already Figure 14. Tighten the two thumb screws when threaded in place. See Figure 15. table is at desired working height. It is not nec- essary to have the auxiliary table mounted at all times and can be installed only when needed. Figure 15. Dust hood mounted in place. Operating this equipment has the potential Figure 14. Installing the auxiliary table. for respiratory dama
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Back Stop Belt Installation 1. Loosen the belt tracking lock knob on the top Attach the back stop as shown in Figure 16. Set 1 left of the machine. Open the lid of the dust the back stop no more than ⁄8'' from the sandpa- port and move the quick release lever to its per. This will prevent objects from being jammed locked open position. See Figure 17. between the back stop and the platen causing a potentially dangerous situation. Figure 17. Sander ready for belt installation. Figure 16. Back stop
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SECTION 5: ADJUSTMENTS Belt Tracking Auxiliary Table 1. Carefully move the belt left to right by hand Loosen the thumb screws, position the auxiliary and adjust the tracking knob as necessary to table, re-tighten the thumb screws. See Figure achieve proper tracking. See Figure 19. 20. Note that the ends of the roller are tapered. This helps keep the belt tracked. When using the 2. Before beginning this step, read the entitled end roller for curved sanding, we recommend you Test Run on page 18. C
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Table Tilt Table Height 1. Loosen the lock handles, tilt the working 1. Loosen lead screw lock handle and stabiliz- table to the desired angle and retighten the ing shaft lock bolt. See Figure 22. lock handles. See Figure 21. 2. Turn hand wheel and position working table 2. It may be necessary to re-adjust the working to desired height. table closer to the platen. Not more than a 1 ⁄4'' gap should exist between the platen and 3. Retighten lock handle and lock bolt. the working table. Figure 22.
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Platen Tilt Belt Tension 1. Loosen the lock bolt shown in Figure 23. Belt tension is preset at the factory and usually requires no adjustment. If the need to increase 2. Carefully tilt the platen assembly over. the tension should occur, unthread the retaining Figure 24. nut at the end of the idler roller mounting shaft. See Figure 25. Do not unthread the nut more 1 3. After returning the platen assembly back to than ⁄2 its length. If tension problems persist, call its upright position, retighten
