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DRUM/FLAP SANDER
MODEL G8749
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
COPYRIGHT ©2000 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.
#321600624 APRIL, 2003 PRINTED IN TAIWAN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1. SAFETY RULES SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SANDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 2. CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 110V OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 EXTENSION CORDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 GROUNDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 The Sander 1. BE AWARE OF DRUM OR FLAP 6. USE A DUST MASK OR RESPIRATOR ATTACHMENT ROTATION DIRECTION WHEN SANDING, even if you have a reli- when sanding. able method of dust collection. Use eye and hearing protection as well. 2. KEEP FINGERTIPS AWAY FROM MOV- ING PARTS. 7. DO NOT SAND MATERIAL WHEN YOU DOUBT ITS STABILITY OR INTEGRITY. 3. NEVER USE EXCESSIVE FORCE Inspect all materials carefully for foreign WHEN SANDING. Doing so greatly objects like nails and
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SECTION 2: CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS 110V Operation Grounding The Model G8749 is wired for 110V, single phase In the event of an electrical short, grounding operation. Figure 1 depicts the typical grounded reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a receptacle which should be used. path of least resistance to disperse electric cur- rent. This tool is equipped with a power cord hav- ing an equipment-grounding conductor. See Figure 1. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded in accordan
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SECTION 3: GENERAL INFORMATION Most importantly, we stand behind our machines. Commentary We have an excellent service department at your disposal should the need arise. If you have any service questions or parts requests, please call or write to us at the location listed below. Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is proud to offer the Model G8749 Drum/Flap Sander. This sander is a part Grizzly Industrial, Inc. of Grizzly’s growing family of fine woodworking 1203 Lycoming Mall Circle machinery. When used a
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Unpacking Site Considerations The Drum/Flap Sander is shipped from the facto- WORKING CLEARANCES ry in a carefully packed carton. If you find the Working clearances can be thought of as the dis- machine to be damaged after you’ve signed for tances between machines and obstacles that delivery and the truck and driver are already allow safe operation of every machine without lim- gone, you will need to file a freight claim with the itation. Consider existing and anticipated machine carrier. Save t
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SECTION 4: ASSEMBLY Securing Motor Attaching Flap Sander to Bench The Flap Sander attachment is secured with a couple of ties which hold the assembly together when it is not mounted on the motor shaft. The sanding motor body must be securely mount- Carefully release the ties and remove them. Hold ed before the machine can be safely used. the assembly together by grasping both end 3 plates at the same time. There are four ⁄8" holes in the motor base which can be used to secure the machine to a
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Attaching Sanding Drum The Sanding Drums are shipped with abrasive sleeves already installed. Slide the sleeves off of the drum far enough to check to see which way the direction arrows run. See Figure 4. Be sure to deflate the drum completely to allow removal of the sleeve. Even with no air pressure it is a snug fit. Spindle Rotation Arrow Figure 5. Attaching inflatable drum. The Sanding Drums need to be inflated in order to retain the abrasive sleeve. It is best to inflate with a hand pump rat
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SECTION 5: OPERATIONS The inflatable sanding drum accepts hard or soft- 1 3 sanding sleeves 3 ⁄4" and 4 ⁄4" diameter by 8". Toggle Switch These are available in a variety of grits. See the current Grizzly catalog for prices and ordering information. This machine has a special safety ON/OFF switch with a removable locking tab. Removing the tab Please review all safety rules for sanders and all will prevent accidental starting of the machine. power tools before attempting operation. The Should the
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Drum Sanding Flap Sanding Drum sanding is perfect for performing sanding Flap sanding is useful for sanding rounded or operations on edge contours. Inflate the drum to spherical shapes. With the flap sander mounted the desired air pressure using a hand pump. Use on the left hand spindle, the abrasive side of the a soft sleeve and lower pressure when sanding individual sanding flaps will be rotating toward the contours with rounded or soft edges. A hard operator. It is generally best to introduce
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SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE General Mounting Sleeves on Drums The Flap/Drum Sander is ruggedly constructed to provide years of dependable service. To ensure that you enjoy maximum performance and The Sander is supplied with two different sizes of longevity, we suggest the following routine main- 3 inflatable drums, one 4 ⁄4" in diameter, the other tenance: 1 3 ⁄2" in diameter. To remove the sleeve, first de- inflate the rubber drum by pressing on the plunger 1. Check all fasteners for tightness befo
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Replacing Sandpaper Flaps Remove the Flap Sander from the machine. Set the assembly down on a bench or table top and then remove the top plate. It will be easier to reassemble the brushes and sandpaper if they are not all removed from the lower plate at the same time. Note that each retaining strip holds two pieces of the 114mm x 152mm (4.5" x 6.0") sandpaper. Select the proper replacement grit and cut to size. Figure 11. Detail of sanding flap attachment. Loosen the two screws holding the retai
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SECTION 7: CLOSURE The following pages contain general machine We recommend you keep a copy of our current data, part diagrams/lists, troubleshooting guide and catalog for complete information regarding Warranty/Return information for your Model Grizzly's warranty and return policy. If you need G8749 Drum/Flap Sander. additional technical information relating to this machine, or if you need general assistance or If you need parts or help in assembling your replacement parts, please contact the S
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MACHINE DATA SHEET Customer Service #: (570) 326-3806 • To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 • Fax #: (800) 438-5901 GRIZZLY MODEL G8749 DRUM / FLAP SANDER Design Type ....................................................................................................Bench Model Overall Dimensions: 1 Height ....................................................................................................................10 ⁄2'' Width.....................................................................
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TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Motor will not start. 1. Low voltage. 1. Check power line for proper voltage. 2. Open circuit in motor or 2. Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose connections. loose or open connections. Motor will not start; 1. Short circuit in line cord 1. Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation fuses or circuit break- or plug. and shorted wires. ers blow. 2. Short circuit in motor or 2. Inspect all connections on motor for loose loose conn
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NOTES G8749 Drum/Flap Sander -17-
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